Red, White, and Blue Thrift Store Shirt Upcycle
I gave an old men's button up shirt an upcycle into a cute summer holiday pillow.
I wanted a fun patriotic pillow for the transition to summer but didn't want to spend a lot of money so I used a button down men's dress shirt from the thrift store I found for $2.00, some Stitch Witchery, and a small flag from the Targer Dollar Spot.
I started by deciding what size I wanted the pillow to be. I used an insert I already had on hand and cut the shirt to size.
I turned the shirt inside out and used the Stitch Witchery to iron in the seems on the top and bottom.
I made sure to thoroughly press the seems and let them cool completely so they were strong.
Once cool, I turned the shirt right side out to apply the flag.
I cut the wooden dowel off the flag and trimmed it for a clean edge.
I added more of the Stitch Witchery to the ba k side of the flag.
I centered it in the front and ironed it on. Again I heated it thoroughly and let it cool completely.
I use the buttons for the opening and added my insert.
Now I have a cute patriotic pillow that adds a hint of summer to the living room!
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I absolutely LOVE THIS!! My son is a Marine and it is PROPER TO USE OUR FLAG!! Great job and I can’t sew and this is perfect for me to make! Thank you so much 😊.
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Very cute and a wonderful reuse of old shirts! Love it!
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