Knowing how to make a shirt smaller can be a valuable skill, whether you’re trying to tailor a shirt that’s too big or give an old shirt a new, more fitted look. There are several different ways to make a shirt smaller, and the best method will depend on the fabric of the shirt and the desired results.
One common way to make a shirt smaller is to sew darts in the sides or back of the shirt. Darts are triangular pieces of fabric that are sewn into the shirt, taking in excess fabric and creating a more fitted shape. Another way to make a shirt smaller is to take in the seams. This involves sewing the side seams and/or shoulder seams of the shirt closer together, reducing the overall size of the garment.