You know when you shorten a t-shirt and you just chop it off along the bottom, you’re left with a perfectly good loop of fabric?
– and you think, hmmm, this could be something – but what?
So, here’s a suggestion:
I made holes along one side with my Sharp hook, then dc-ed all round, then just made it up as I went with a couple rows dcs and some shells. Used Vinni’s DK Nikkim 100% cotton in purple-pink, I thought it made a lovely contrast with the grey. And honestly, it took about an hour!
Sheep is also keen on it, but got into a bit of a tangle trying to do the head wrap.
I said, “Listen, Sheep, if ewe like the colour so much I’ll make ewe your very own scarf, it doesn’t have to be an infinity loop thing.” I got a sheepish look in response.
Back soon x
Nice piece of work 
just noticed the terrible puns…..
where are you selling this weekend need to get a hat for Noah
will facebook you just now
Very nice Jill! I especially love sheeps new neck wrap. Thanks for the inspiration. Love and Hugs, Tamara
:-) have a good weekend xx
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So you did, many thanks :-) Crochet rocks <3
What a fantastic idea! I know some people use embroidery awls for ‘holes’ in fabric… but this looks great!
Thank you. An awl would also work well, I think :-)
Lol! Looks great!
Thanks Alison
Jill you are such a creative star. Wonderful idea and sheep looks so good in those colours.
I’ll tell Sheep you said that, thanks. See you on Wednesday?
So creative. Now if I need to shorten a T-shirt…………………………………
Why don’t you shorten one of your husband’s? Maybe he won’t notice – heh
It’s very pretty, Jill! Kind of like past-meets-present look.
like, new vintage? :-)
Oh starp, starp! My sides are hurting
:(
That is an great idea! It’s also a great way to repurpose an old shirt that can’t be worn.
I am bad about throwing things out – if something can’t be worn any more, I generally still wear it but just at home. :-) I look like a bag lady sometimes. Often.
When clothes get like that, I call them home clothes! I honestly thought that my family were the only ones that did that. I feel you with the old bag lady look! I am a pro!!
This is such a great idea! And sheep looks very cute too :)
Thanks Laura :-)
Cute! I like grey and pink, it’s a good combo. I’ve never had to shorten a t-shirt, perhaps a trip to the second hand store is in order.
It was actually a t-shirt/dress that Alex bought. Personally I like my tops long!
Great idea! The contrast in colours is lovely. Xxx
Thanks :-)
Good idea and it looks great!
Thanks. Now go find a t-shirt to chop the bottom off!
Bwahahaha! Thanks for starting my day off right ~ the lamb photo was priceless!!!!
This is an awesome idea, very clever use of the leftover and so, so stylish! Great job :)
“stylish”?! yip, that’s me all over …
very nice & grey and pink always look good together! :-)
Thanks, Ingrid.
Ingenious. This works really well. Great idea. I love reusing. Only I have never had to shorten a t-shirt! What will I do? Do you think they will notice if I secretly turn their clothes into crop tops? Only one way to find out…
If you are a teenager, like my daughter, you will not have this problem because you will want everything to be shorter :-) You could always chop up an unwanted t-shirt, or sew a strip of t-shirt fabric into a loop…
he he he, I think at 20 and 22 and long lanky males my sons would not be amused if I doctored their clothes, especially as son no. 1 is a designer! I will however use one of the t-shirts donated by a friend to my fabric box, just the job!
Ok, and post a pic – I’d love to see it :-)
ewe reminded me that I really wanted one of those sharp hook things. Fab neck thingy, quite inspirational. I love up cycling and reusing. Sheep is adorable. :)
Sheep is lovely and really seems to like her scarf!