Gathering a Little Style to T-Shirts

Before

I've been seeing several ladies wearing over-sized t-shirts that have been altered to look more interesting or feminine.  Some women have cut holes in strategic places.  I didn't want to do that.  Any hole in my clothes tend to grow.

After

I was at a Zumba class recently and several women had t-shirts that were gathered at the sleeves and bottom hems.  They said it was a great way to wear over-sized t-shirts that they didn't want to wear.

With Art gone, I decided to try it.  He's probably going to wonder why I haven't started caulking some windows yet.

I've always liked the color and memory this Glacier t-shirt evoked from our trip with Jon about 15 years ago. However, it's too big.  I used to like wearing my t-shirts big a long time ago.  However, lately I've been preferring a more fitted style... not too fitted; just a little less baggy.

It took me all morning to do it.  Gathers wouldn't stay gathered no matter what stitch I used.  I finally had to attach a ribbon underneath to keep everything in place.  It was frustrating until I managed to figure it out.  But, you know what?  I like it.  I might wear this t-shirt now.

Sorry about the picture quality.  With Art gone, it's a bit hard to take my own photo.