Change a T-shirt to a V-neck! : full tutorial

[@user-22-]

Do this one over with a *light* colored fabric❣️ 😏 LOVE it! 👍🏼

[@CatherineSews]

Apologies for the crackly sound on this one! I'm definitely much more comfortable with the sewing than I am with the technical side of making videos. I'll try to get the sound problems sorted out for my next video!

[@bonniedeaton7349]

No Worries;)

[@susanskidmore9516]

Your step by step was so clear and interesting that I didn't even notice background noise. No need to be hard on yourself. 🌺

[@carolthiele190]

I have passed t’s that I love because they are not V. I think I’ll go get one from the Thrift store to try doing this. Thanks so much for the video. I just stumbled on your videos and love them!

[@terryperusse8328]

As a big busted person I always prefer a vee neckline. Two things I find work are: to staystitch the vee to stop distortion, and baste above the vee to the back. Then draw the thread up 1.5 cm or so on each side, press out the wrinkles and then add the neck band. It stops gapping from occurring.

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks for watching and commenting, Terry! It's great to have you on board!

[@giselleteller3944]

Great tutorial! I have two Ts I love but the crew neck drives me nuts after a fee hours. This will solve that! 🎉

[@charitystonemountain8714]

Ooo... new one. Appreciated from another "rack" woman.

[@AnnettMöckel]

Hi Catherine, I am following you for some time now and you have been my game-changer-inspiration (don't know how to say it otherwise). Thanks to you - your cheerful personality and your inspiring tutorials- I finally stopped shopping fast fashion. You encouraged me to turn my hobby and my passion for shopping clothes and trends into some sustainable, creative direction. My grandmother taught me how to sew when I was a kid and I do know some little basics but I never dared to be experimental with it. Well I have lot's of ideas but still need to learn so much. Currently, square shaped necks on elastic shirts and tops are so on trend, but I can not find a tutorial how to do that properly on jerseys/elastics. I'd be very grateful if you could make a video about it. But anyway, I love your videos and look forward to the next one. You have already been a great inspiration for a change in my wardrobe. Thank you so much!

[@CatherineSews]

Thank you, Annett! I've had a couple of requests for square necklines. It's not super easy to do on a T-short or other knits, but I have the idea on my To Do list and will give it a ponder!

[@AnnettMöckel]

@@CatherineSews Thank you for your reply, Cathrine and am looking forward to all of your new videos :). I will try to work with facings like in non-elastic fabrics or perhaps change to. v-neck. Again, thank you so much for being such an inspiration. All the best to you

[@christinehowell]

It was a little difficult to see because of the black but I think I got it. Thank you for taking the time to show how to do this.

[@wendyhannan2454]

I found it hard on the black as well, I’d like to see it done on a lighter colour tee shirt 👚

[@kaytiej8311]

Learned lots, thank you. You're making all these 'deal breaker' aspects of clothing so easy to fix.

[@CatherineSews]

Great to hear! Thanks, Kaytie!

[@IMOO1896]

Use the hem for the new neckband- genius!😊. I have the perfect round neck t shirt, that I rarely wear, so it will be a bonus if this tutorial works for me.

[@CatherineSews]

Fantastic! I hope it turns out great!

[@dhendrickson4820]

I am a better seamstress from watching your videos. You are an excellent teacher.Thank you I look forward to more.

[@CatherineSews]

Well, that's just about the best comment I can think of! Thank you for validating what I do. That means everything 🥰

[@dhendrickson4820]

@@CatherineSews I am so happy to have e found you. I don't do social media and one day I looked up HOW TO MAKE A TEE SMALLER and next thing ya know I have been watching everyday and repeat episodes. I have a side hustle of making memory bears out of loved ones clothing and hav e been proud of how they have turned out, I had home economics in high school back in the day and both of my grandma's and mom sewed. I now repurpose and got a new machine. My grandfather owned 5 sewing vacume stores here in Arizona and never had to buy a machine. My husband loves my new venture with you and our shopping mission at the thrift stores together. Thank you again

[@CatherineSews]

@@dhendrickson4820 That's amazing to hear. Sincere thanks for telling me all of that!

[@svetsewing]

Wow! Thanks!

[@CatherineSews]

Thank you! I checked out your channel and I love what you're doing. That hoodie project looks amazing! Best of luck!

[@susanshildmyer2859]

I love that you use your gently bent straight pins! Me too!

[@CatherineSews]

Haha, I wondered if anyone would judge me for that, lol.

[@susanshildmyer2859]

@@CatherineSews No judgement here. I felt validated. 🤣

[@CatherineSews]

@@susanshildmyer2859 me too! 💖

[@carolinasussman1353]

Hi, I love your v-neck video. Thank you 😊 However, I was wondering if you could do another one but with a lighter color just to make sure I have it correctly. Happy sewing!

[@NancySchober]

So clever to use half the cover stitch stitch line! This looks about a thousand times easier than what I've been doing.

[@angelinacarroll2638]

I liked how you have the PATIENCE to show us how to do it. THANK YOU SO MUCH! I will try to do this on several T-shirts that I have in my closet! :)

[@barbaravoneitzen7729]

Going to try this v neckline. I wish you would do one on light color materials

[@tinadeatherage3067]

I am so excited! I just transformed a mens Large t-shirt into a ladies V-neck!!! Thank you for your awesome tutorials!!! This was my first time using a serger as well!

[@Zaradikaresells]

As I get older and my shoulders get wider, this is definitely my new thing to do so I can look like I have a shape. Thanks so much for posting

[@nancyruth2008]

Once again you've solved a dilemma I've been having with an old Beatles shirt that I've been wanting to wear but hated the neckline. Thank you so much!

[@CatherineSews]

Fantastic to hear! 👍

[@jenniferdieudonne1664]

Your videos are amazing, and I really appreciate them! I am new to sewing and got in to sewing to upcycle. This means that your videos are essential to me. Thank you!

[@CatherineSews]

Wonderful! Congrats on learning a new skill that will help you save money, have fun and live more sustainably. Thanks for watching and leaving a kind and encouraging comment!

[@juliescott4390]

I just added a 2" strip under the sleeve and down the sides (based on another video of yours.) Now I'm going to take the sleeves from the same extra t-shirt fabric to lengthen the sleeves AND the hem to make the crewneck into a v-neck. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@annholmes9650]

Nice work from North Yorkshire Coast UK.

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks and welcome to the west coast of Canada!

[@dkking55]

I love your videos! The clear simple detailed instructions make it easy to follow!Thanks!

[@CatherineSews]

Thank you so much! That's great to hear.

[@rad28875]

So much easier!! Thank you

[@CatherineSews]

Great to hear! Thanks!

[@sylviamaxwell504]

Hello stitch sister! Binge watching/listening while I organize my craft/sewing/yarn second bedroom...

[@CatherineSews]

Ooooh, so nice that you have a craft/sewing room! I've always just had a corner until we moved into this house, and I have loved "MY ROOM" ever since!

[@sylviamaxwell504]

​@@CatherineSews back to rewatch the V

[@CHrisPetE056]

Woo hoo. Love the V neck. I really prefer a V. I have fixed well tried to fix unisex T’s by turning down the neck band and with a little stretch, sewing it just in half. I hang my head in sadness thinking this is so SO much better. I have a wonderful t shirt that I tried to make smaller at the sleeve armhole juncture and it’s too small now. I wonder if I can go back and try again? I’m going to search your video’s and try and find a solution. Thanks again. Lunch time sew fan here! 😂.

[@pcstgrsqrl5581]

Wow! I love how you simple explanations make this look easy. I really feel like I could practice this and get good at it.

[@CatherineSews]

Oh, I think you can! I'm in your corner, Pamela!

[@frances7885]

Very great video, I also need a v-neck and inherited a serger. Thank you so much. I am making my tees better!

[@karincooks]

Amazing tutorial. So well explained. Thank you.

[@IvyRosethebus]

Excellent job. Thanks. Even with the black on black, it was easy to follow. Again. Thank you

[@CatherineSews]

Oh, that's great to hear! Thanks for letting me know.

[@wendyhannan2454]

It looks great, however I couldn’t follow due to the dark colour. Thanks you anyway.

[@lynnburkhardt4238]

New to your channel, lifetime sewer. I was asked to downsize a very important oversize Tshirt for our city manager. Yikes, no pressure. After watching both of these lessons, I am ready. That tip about the underarm syce is a game changer and the Vneck is brilliant. Thanks so much.

[@MurphysEveryWhim]

I just discovered your videos and I have learned so much! Thanks!

[@CatherineSews]

Awww, that's so great to hear, Murphy! Thank you!

[@lucilledaub5991]

I hope I can master this.

[@SusanMcGarryGlass]

I saw a cool v neck t-shirt on the 2nd episode of the new Quantum Leap tv show, (white t-shirt/2nd half of the show) & thought only you would know how to make that!

[@CatherineSews]

Oh, I do love a good challenge! I'm trying to google it, but not having much luck!

[@destroya522]

Super helpful methods, shown clearly. So happy I stumbled on your channel. Thank you!

[@susanskidmore9516]

I also just recently found your videos. Wonderful...You are a tremendous facilitator!! Thank you so much.

[@CatherineSews]

Thank you for the lovely comment, Susan!

[@ruthbarmore5211]

I found your channel today, and I can't wait to try some of these techniques.

[@shadowprovesunshine]

Can't wait to try this! Thank you!

[@matrixmom3300]

Thank you so much Catherine. I didnt know you could do this way by cutting off the bottom. Genius! One ask: I kinda lost ya at the vneck part because of the black on black. Maybe in your thrift travels do a tshirt with a different color v? I will baste like you said, and "fiddle with it"! Thanks for your great instructions!

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks, for the sweet comment and the good suggestion. I have a couple more T-shirt videos coming up, so maybe I'll try to do a quick review of the V in one of the options.

[@bessielee-kwan30]

Yes, I also kinda got lost, can’t see well with black on black. Could you show us again on something like a yellow T-shirt with green threads both ways? Thank you.

[@matrixmom3300]

@@CatherineSews It was good until at 9:22 - thats where i lost ya a bit.

[@CatherineSews]

@@matrixmom3300 @Bessie Lee-Kwan Ya, maybe I can do a #short that just goes over that bit.

[@charomunoz7668]

Great tutorial, Catherine. First time that I understand how this is done. Thanks!

[@TheJaniebabe]

Your tutorials are super helpful, thanks Catherine. I have just the t-shirt to try this on.

[@patbailey-persad6516]

You make this look so easy n I appreciate that very much. No stress!!!

[@ma.trinidadllorito3414]

So helpful!

[@makeitjoyful]

You made that look so easy. Thank you!

[@catherinedunlap2191]

Good tutorial. Thank you.

[@bellaheblan8479]

This is a great lesson! Thank you!

[@karenw8481]

I just used your tutorial. It worked. Thank you so much. Tight T-shirt necks bug the heck out of me. I can't wait to try again, but I had a hard time seeing the manipulation of the V part ends. So after stitching the center of the new band together in the V shape, I trimmed that seam to 1/4 inch and opened the seam flat. Then I finished attaching the neck band. I am not sure how it will hold up to washing (the narrow seam allowance). I couldn't see what you were doing with the flaps because it was black. Could you do an addendum focusing on just the V in a light colored t-shirt using a different color thread? That would be so helpful. You could use the new sample on a project board for your classes.

[@lucilledaub5991]

Great from crew neck to a v neck.

[@happypuppy6919]

Thank you so much for sharing , this tutorial is really helpful ❤

[@mjdevorick8404]

Looks great! With just a few weeks of summer left I thrifted an off-the-shoulder elastic-‘neck’ sundress and would like to reduce the tightness of the elastic around the arms and add straps to be more comfortable. It’s so cute I want to save it. If you have tips/ can point me somewhere else I would really appreciate it. Your videos have given me the confidence to try altering thrifted items and avoid buying new, so thank you!!!!!! ❤️

[@CatherineSews]

Congrats on finding a thrifted treasure. Each situation is unique, so it's next to impossible for me to advise you on your dress. The straps should be pretty straightforward, but reducing the tightness of elastic can be tricky, depending on the method that was used to put it in. I wish we could get together over a cup of tea to figure it out together!

[@mjdevorick8404]

@@CatherineSews you’re very sweet! ❤️ Please continue your series on thrift makeovers as it seems so important to stop buying everything new. I love love your channel.

[@NancyShipley]

Ty I really needed that demo

[@tonihayes4064]

I need to try this, thank you for the video.

[@MurphysEveryWhim]

I would love a video on how to knock off a tank that has a bust dart. I find that tank tops don’t fit me well without the dart. thanks!

[@CatherineSews]

Ok, Murphy, that's a good one to add to my To Do list. Thanks!

[@ireneolsen8131]

great video! i am going to have to try this!

[@CatherineSews]

Yes, give it a go! Hope you like it!

[@daisyy99]

I like boat neck teeshirts.

[@susanbuck1327]

Awesome job.

[@evansfamily8156]

You mentioned using a round point needle on knits in a previous video. I have learned the hard way that tension settings need to be adjusted. But, the directions I was able to find on sewing knits said to use a mesh specialty thread (that feels like a huge spend when one is tryiing to make do). Do you use any particular type thread? I was taught in snatches by my Mom, so never had full cohesive training. Is there a course you would recommend?

[@CatherineSews]

A ballpoint needle is always recommended on knits, but truth be told, I usually just use my universal needle! If it skips stitches, then I'll change to a ballpoint. And my go-to thread is just a polyester thread. I'm like you--I don't want to spend a lot of things like needles and thread! I'd rather spend the money on fabric!

[@evansfamily8156]

@@CatherineSews Thank you! I have high hopes!

[@lauriepayseur5897]

Found it! I knew it was here! Thank you

[@melanielascelles8943]

Great tutorial 👌

[@gneebee]

thank you!!! love how you did that.

[@Maplecook]

Super cool!!

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks, MC!

[@lainiefinnell590]

I've enjoyed learning how to fit my clothes better from watching you. I have one issue I would love to see you do. I'm heavy in the hips and blouses always bunch up just above my hips. If I buy blouses large enough to hang correctly on my hips the top looks sloppy. Is there a way to open the side seams a few inches so that it looks like it was made that way?

[@bluetuber501]

Thanks for your videos. How is it you're able to straight stitch on knits (finishing stitch around neck)? I thought zig-zag is the way to go? Thanks for your help!

[@imofwiw]

As a surger greenhorn, I'd be happy if you would mention what stitch you are using. Thanks!

[@CatherineSews]

I almost always just use the standard 4-thread serge. If I ever change it, I will be sure to mention it.🥰

[@martimoore740]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I can barely stand ANYTHING on my neck, and tight t-shirt necks last about three minutes before I'm reaching for the scissors to hack a wretched line straight down the front! The sewing machine is already out!

[@CatherineSews]

Great to hear, Marti! I hope your next Tee turns out great!

[@terrirobinson3876]

OMGosh thank you!

[@DanceFitnesswithfarida]

good job

[@SBL1932]

Very well done

[@georginassanchez7519]

iIs it possible to do kind of like a boat neck instead of v? I wonder if a boat neck would be simpler for a beginner.. I'll have to try it. I'm really enjoying learning from your videos. Thanks!

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks, Georgina! I'm not sure about an easy way to create a boatneck on an existing tshirt, but I'll give it a good ponder!

[@angielovett4159]

That’s great! Thank you!

[@conniescraft5617]

Very helpful. Wondering if I can make a rounded bottom on a regular tee shirt with a regular sewing machine, or do I need a serger?

[@CatherineSews]

Yes you can! A double needle can be great for this because it leaves a zigzag on the back. I did exactly that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGOzkHaLYt-HbKs

[@tobe3940]

Hi! Since this title was searched, I think it should be obvious that those looking for a solution are not tailors or pro ones to have all the equipment including myself. So, not having a sewing machine and not really wanting to buy one, I was wondering if you by any chance had any solutions to sew the band on again without a sewing machine?

[@katherineharrison7991]

Super great video! I do have a problem. I have a rock and roll t-shirt that was small around the front neck and as I have aged and gained weight. I thought I'll just cut the binding out. Not good! I threw the binding away. I also have a bit of a hump on my back near neck and the cut shirt comes down too low exaggerating that,not pretty. Also the the seems at the shoulders it thick. I thought everything would roll up after cutting, no. Sow what can I do to make this Bete Midler On The Half Shell graphic look really nice? Every time I wear this shirt I still get complaments because of the graphics. Can you help? I could send it to you if you want to do a video on it. I will never cut off a t-shirt neck again! So glad I came across you on KZbin. Do you think you could help? 😢😢

[@debrap947]

Looks scary to me, yikes. But I really want to give it a go. 🤞🏼Thanks Catherine.

[@CatherineSews]

Maybe try it first on a T-shirt that you don't care too much about. I wouldn't like to hear that your favourite concert Tee got ruined! Good luck with it!

[@ambervereide6612]

I have many graphics shirts but on the back. How can I make the graphic the front instead with a V neck, plus make the M size into a lg? Thanks

[@jhwilliams6550]

I did this on several t-shirts and I have puckering on the seams but I didn’t know to sew down the seams to finish. Will that help it? I am not sure what I did wrong. I did just use the existing neck band.

[@Mlang8374]

Thank you

[@doudou53d44]

Interesting 👍😎

[@sandrakicklighter2735]

I am seeing quite a few videos about crew neck to v-neck, but not if the change is to a square boat cut, or even a curve that just sort of follows the curve of a collarbone. Is that because it only works if its a crew neck to a v-neck? It seems like your method should be able to work regardless of the design but now I'm nervous to try.

[@CatherineSews]

I haven’t done a square neckline, but here’s one where I made a deeper scoop neck: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKOrXnmjmbl3qdUsi=YRhu7wPLQr37YreT

[@ravenantonia-marie3251]

Can you show us how to take a t-shirt into a boat neck, please?

[@CatherineSews]

That's a bit tricky because a boat neck is high in the front, so you'd need to add fabric. I'm working on a video about making necklines smaller, but a boatneck goes beyond that.

[@abcdesara]

Ok, I ruined my shirt. I tried to do a double V neck but the shoulders slide.. any video on how to save a too big V-neck?

[@CatherineSews]

Oh no! I don’t even know what a double V neck is! I don’t have a video exactly like what you’re asking, but I do have one on making necklines smaller. Have you seen that one?

[@abcdesara]

@@CatherineSews Oh Wow, you actually answered! Thank you! I mean a V-neck that is on the front as well as on the back of a T-shirt. I don’t know anything about sewing so maybe I got it wrong. I will check out your video! 🙏

[@CatherineSews]

@@abcdesara oh, I understand now. Yes, a neckline that is low on the front and back will definitely slide off. Often you’ll see a little strap or tie across the back neck to hold it in place. That might be all you need!

[@abcdesara]

@@CatherineSews Yayyyy this sounds great! Thanks!

[@debraimmer260]

❤️

[@salomelopez3958]

you are a good teacher, but it is too hard to see what you are doing in the V. Please show us in a lighter colour

[@CatherineSews]

Try this video to see how to sew a V neck: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpPMp4qDatOgbrssi=AQgYcj6m9B8OATg9

[@themamachar]

Did you say irreverent

[@annedarr8362]

Please don’t demo on black again

[@RednecksGoneWild]

Thank You