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Time Required :
Over an hour
Intermediate
Intermediate
You're somewhat experienced with the skills necessary to complete this project, but you haven't mastered all the elements, yet.

pearl embellished outfit

Be fashion forward at your next event by making a draped pearl t-shirt.

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Print Project

Step 1

Cut the hems from the sleeves as desired and cut the neckline into a scoop so the pearls can be strung.

Step 2

Cut a piece of transite to drape across your scoop neck. Add a little extra length so you can attach.

Step 3

Slide a crimp bead onto one end of your transite. Add a jump ring and then loop the transite around to slide back through your crimp bead. Pull the transite tight so the crimp bead is flush against the jump ring; then flatten the crimp bead with a needle nose plier.

Step 4

String pearls onto the transite. Measure as you string to make sure the drape is how you like it across the scoop. Repeat Step 3 to finish the beaded strand.
TIP: Use image as a guide.

Step 5

Repeat Steps 2-4 for as many draped pearl strands you would like across the front of your t-shirt.

Step 6

Plan where you would like to attach the drapes pearl strands and use a pin to hold them in place.

Step 7

Stitch the jump rings to your t-shirt.
TIP: If you plan to wear this t-shirt often and need to wash it, add lobster clasps (or small hooks) to your t-shirt so you can attach and remove your pearls.

Step 8

Sew pearls to your jeans where desired.
TIP: For added bling, use fabric glue to attach small rhinestones to your jeans.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    Bead Landing™ Jump Rings, 4 mm

    Item # 10443010 
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    $4.99
    • Color: Silver
    • Size: 4 mm
    • Count: 144
    • Color: Silver
    • Size: 4 mm
    • Count: 144
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    • Color: Silver
    • Size: 4 mm
    • Count: 144
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    Clear Transite, 100yd. by Bead Landing™

    Item # 10442845 
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    $6.99
    • Color: Clear
    • Size: 100 yd
    • Color: Clear
    • Size: 100 yd
    • Color: Clear
    • Size: 100 yd
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    Gildan® Short Sleeve Ladies' V-Neck T-Shirt

    Item # 10193836 
    $7
    $7.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: Small
    • Color: White
    • Size: Small
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    • Size: Small
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    Ivory Plastic Pearl Round Beads by Bead Landing™

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    $29.99
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    Assorted Metal Crimp Tubes, 600ct. by Bead Landing™

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    $11.99
    • Color: Rhodium
    • Color: Rhodium
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    • Color: Rhodium
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Tools
Tools
 
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    Bead Landing™ Mini Plier Set

    Item # 10443479 
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    $9.99
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    Loops & Threads™ Craft Needles

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    $3.99
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    Coats & Clark Dual Duty XP® All-Purpose Thread

    Item # 10557655 
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    $2.99
    • Color: Natural
    • Size: 125 yd
    • Color: Natural
    • Size: 125 yd
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    • Color: Natural
    • Size: 125 yd
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You’ll Also Need
  • Stick Pins
  • Jeans
Instructions
Step 1

Cut the hems from the sleeves as desired and cut the neckline into a scoop so the pearls can be strung.

Step 2

Cut a piece of transite to drape across your scoop neck. Add a little extra length so you can attach.

Step 3

Slide a crimp bead onto one end of your transite. Add a jump ring and then loop the transite around to slide back through your crimp bead. Pull the transite tight so the crimp bead is flush against the jump ring; then flatten the crimp bead with a needle nose plier.

Step 4

String pearls onto the transite. Measure as you string to make sure the drape is how you like it across the scoop. Repeat Step 3 to finish the beaded strand.
TIP: Use image as a guide.

Step 5

Repeat Steps 2-4 for as many draped pearl strands you would like across the front of your t-shirt.

Step 6

Plan where you would like to attach the drapes pearl strands and use a pin to hold them in place.

Step 7

Stitch the jump rings to your t-shirt.
TIP: If you plan to wear this t-shirt often and need to wash it, add lobster clasps (or small hooks) to your t-shirt so you can attach and remove your pearls.

Step 8

Sew pearls to your jeans where desired.
TIP: For added bling, use fabric glue to attach small rhinestones to your jeans.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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