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8.08.2011

DIY: crop tops.






Hey all. 

I am a trendy girl, as you can probably tell. But I swore that I would never fall into the trend of the dreaded "Crop Top". But, I gave into the pressure of those cute little shirts that show off a little skin. I know. Weak. 

BUT - To be honest I really like the look. The thing is, I think it looks best when you actually have boobs. See, I have a problem with that because well...I'm a small 34A (VS says 32B but I think that they are just messing with me). But you know what? I don't care. I am going to wear it even if it doesn't look the best on me. Because, well, I think they give off a fun/flirty feel. Which is totally awesome. So, I'm going to work it and I don't care what you say. ;)

Anyway, I am going to get on with the point of this post.







Crop top - DIY addition.
Here are the quick and easy directions - and the pictures will hopefully help ya'll out, too. :)




What you need:
1 large t-shirt that you never wear. - Why would you cut up a shirt you wear? 
Skizzers.
A fabric marker if you want it to be perfect.






What you gotta do:
1. Lay the shirt on a flat surface - I used my bed. Probably not the best choice, but whatever.
2. Cut the neck of your shirt to be a "Scoop" neck (or a V-neck would look cool, too, maybe?). 
3. Cut the sleeves off in a a"Banana" cut. (If I don't make sense, just look at the picture. Lol.)
4. Cut the bottom of the shirt in another "Banana" cut. Just cut it to however short you want it to be. I made mine so it hit just under my belly-button. 
5. MAKE SURE IT'S ALL EVEN. It looks so much better that way. 
6. If your sleeves are too deep, or hang on your body too low then you can also take a pretty ribbon and tie the back. I didn't do it to mine because mine fit well, but if you use a really big t-shirt you might have to. 




And there you have it. A cute little crop top. :)  

If any of you end up trying this out, lemme know how it looks! And if you post it on your blog I would love to have you link me up to it and let me know! I would love to see how they all turn out! :)




PS: Top photo - weheartit.com

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44 comments:

  1. KateAugust 8, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    That's cute.. You have a awesome stomach.. ERRRRRR

    In our sea of love

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  2. NoraAugust 8, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    This is awesome!

    P.S. : You're definitely rocking it! You look great ;D

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  3. JanandJill.comAugust 8, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    This is such a cute idea. I really like crop tops too, but never wear them hehe...You do have a great stomach, this trend looks perfect on you.

    xoDale
    www.savvyspice.blogspot.com

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  4. VeronicaAugust 8, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    very cute! love the peace sign shirt

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  5. style pointAugust 8, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    Hi.love your t shirt and shorts,Jesus , girl, u look so dam mm mm hot xxxx hugs

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  6. GentriAugust 9, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Oh goodness. I WISH I could pull something like that off! haha! So cute. :)

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  7. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    ♥

    Love this so much.)) You have such a cute blog.!!!.))


    I need your help (maybe again) .)
    Can you white me your favourite blog?.))

    ♥

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  8. ShockgrubzAugust 9, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    Nice work on the crop-top.

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  9. MarieAugust 9, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    Cute! Thanks for the directions!
    xx Marie

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  10. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Great tutorial. I haven't yet worn a crop top outdoors but I definitely need to get up my confidence this summer!

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  11. KatieAugust 9, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    So cute, I love crop tops.

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  12. SahriUniQAugust 9, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Nice. I was actually trying to cut up a shirt a few weeks ago & made a total mess. This should be useful, lol. Btw, I just followed! :)

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  13. SahriUniQAugust 9, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Nice. I was actually trying to cut a shirt a few weeks ago & made a total mess. This is useful, lol. Btw, I just followed! :)

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  14. EleanorAugust 9, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Great idea, looks really good! I have wonky cutting though so mine will not turn out good..
    x

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  15. Dana KAugust 9, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Thanks for checking out my blog!! I see you have such a cool blog ;) By the way, I agree on the "too short" shorts, hate it especially when going up the stairs or escalator and you can see half of their bums hanging out... yikes!!

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  16. ronanAugust 9, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    you look gorgeous in this! i love this diy and the way you write, following!:)xxx

    http://ronanronanronan.blogspot.com

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  17. ronanAugust 9, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    you look gorgeous in this! i love this diy and the way you write, following!:)xxx

    http://ronanronanronan.blogspot.com

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  18. Love CamieAugust 9, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    You just quite possibly left me the cutest comment on my blog, thank you sweetie!

    I would absolutely try this DIY!



    Love,
    Camie

    http://lovecamie.blogspot.com/

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  19. {erisha}August 9, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    that's gorgeous! in fact, i DIY-ed one myself too :) was a little tired of some old tees. i have the same problem with you about the boob issue but it's all about wearing it right and in fact, i don't even care what other people think. small-boobers can be trendy too!! :D

    another thing about this is that, gotta make sure clean bellies and not floppy bellies when wearing this, because I think this is a no-no

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  20. AnonymousAugust 10, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    looks great! awsome tutorial! totally gunna do that!
    xoxo

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  21. Chloe MiaAugust 10, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Love this quite inspired to try it :)

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  22. lydeelooAugust 10, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    cute cute cute top! and you look great in it. funny you say that about boobs hahah because im actually hesitant to wear crop tops because i feel as if my boobs make it higher and more awkward, i wear crop tops with sports bras sometimes even.
    great DIY girl xoxo

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  23. Bronzed HumanityAugust 10, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    WAY cute! Love cropped tops!
    xx

    Hot Pink Day
    Shop Blue Vanilla

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  24. LuLuAugust 10, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Love the idea of making your own. The idea of having to pay $20+ for a cut off shirt totally stinks - going to have to give this a try! Thanks for sharing!


    A Candid Life

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  25. LondynAugust 10, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Very fun and I love DIY!

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  26. cryskayAugust 11, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    love your diy cropped tank! the faded print is gorg! xx

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  27. JessAugust 11, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    Dont worry about it, I'm small up top. Atleast we can run for the bus eh ;) aha the crop top looks really good on you! and the one you made is awesomeeeee :) love the blog, thanks for your comment! xxx

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  28. AnonymousAugust 11, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    That DIY was a total success and it looks great! Well done and I love love love this blog!

    Jenna
    http://jbgxo.blogspot.com/

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  29. Rachel, Cold KneesAugust 11, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Great DIY, I used to be pretty unsure about crop tops too but it just depends how you style them! Love the blog :) xx

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  30. UnknownAugust 11, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Thank you for your comment!
    I love your blog, that shirt is so cute!
    I follow you!


    xoxo, Dominika

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  31. AnonymousAugust 11, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    love DIY projects :) You should check out my giveaway I'm having on my blog to win a Bobbi Brown eyeshadow compact :)

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  32. CaitAugust 11, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Cute and simple DIY, love it :) I really like the crop top trend but I don't own any, I don't have the stomach for it if you get my meaning lol I would have to layer it up! Looks great on you though :)

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  33. GraceAugust 11, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Great DIY! :D

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  34. x_megannAugust 11, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    oh, wauw. I'm gonna try it (:

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  35. AnonymousAugust 11, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Cute top!

    xox Courtney Michele
    Breakfast in Wonderland

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  36. AJD ∞August 12, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    I have a few shirts that could use this little makeover... Or I'm sending them to Goodwill. So you are their savior. Also, I have small boobs. So don't worry, you're not alone. We can be [basically] flat-chested and wear our crop tops. No worries.

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  37. miaAugust 12, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    a great idea! The design on the t shirt really works well as a crop top! xx

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  38. Rachel McCallionAugust 12, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    GREAT post! I love how you've given a little tutuorial :)

    www.educatedmumbles.blogspot.com

    Follow and comment x

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  39. Dana FoxAugust 13, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    love it! you are rockin it too!
    xox dana
    thewonderforest.com

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  40. AnonymousAugust 14, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    looove crop tops :) ! im from australia and summer is comming so im so excited to be bale to wear one again. yay for warm weather

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  41. RaquelAugust 14, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Haha when the crop top trend came I didn't like it much but now I do! Although I can only wear them with high waisted skirts or trousers or with dresses underneath.

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  42. SalonieAugust 19, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    Here's mine --> http://salonie-m.blogspot.com/2011/08/chop-chop.html

    Totally awesome!

    Salonie

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  43. AnonymousOctober 15, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    I found that folding the shirt in half and then cutting the bottom make's it more even.
    LOVED this tutorial.
    I'm thinking about throwing a crop top party.
    thanks.
    -C

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  44. AnonymousJuly 3, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    I love this DIY! Personally, I think crop tops look wayyy better with smaller boobs. You look amazing and I love the top you made!

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