Hello and Happy Friday! I cannot believe we are in our last weekend of January. It just flew by and now we are heading into a month of red, pink, and love. 🙂
I really wanted to get the monkey a Valentine’s Day t-shirt, but I had a hard time finding one for a boy. They have tons of super cutie girlie stuff, but not a whole lot for little guys. I decided to make my own. 🙂 Well, I couldn’t make just one t-shirt, so I made one for each of the kiddos at Kason’s daycare.
I think these are adorable and super affordable! I got the t-shirts at Wal-Mart for $3.50. I used my Sure Cuts a Lot software to design each of the emblems and cut the freezer paper with my Cricut. You could also trace the design onto freezer paper and cut it out by hand like I did.
I first heard about freezer paper stenciling from Cheri at I am Momma – Hear Me Roar, and I always follow her easy tutorial.
I used plain ole craft paint and mixed it with Delta Ceramcoat Textile Medium. The textile medium turns any acrylic paint into a washable fabric paint. How cool is that?
Here are the designs:
The heart breaker design is perfect for any little man in your life.
This is Kason’s Love Rocks T…it matches his mailbox.
I LOVE this peace and love T! The L appears a little dark in the pic, but it is actually red.
I think the tic-tac-toe, hearts in a row T is too sweet.
This one is by far my fav! I love the color combo and the sweet, “hidden” message. You know if you mouth the words olive juice, it looks like you are saying I love you! 🙂
I think the kiddos are going to look adorable for Valentine’s Day! I can’t wait to see pics of all of them in their t-shirts!
I love freezer paper stenciling! It is super simple and pocketbook friendly. You could easily add a little Valentine’s flair to your home by using the same technique for dish towels, place mats, napkins, or even on a canvas for some wall art!
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Instructions for Making Custom Valentine’s Day T-Shirts
Materials Needed:
- Plain t-shirts
- Freezer paper
- Craft paint
- Delta Ceramcoat Textile Medium
- Iron and ironing board
- Cricut machine (or X-Acto knife for manual cutting)
- Design software (optional)
Steps:
Prepare the Tulle:
Set up your work area with all materials at hand.
Create the Volume:
If using a design software, create and prepare your desired design for cutting.
Prepare the Poly Satin Circles:
Cut freezer paper into desired shapes using the Cricut machine or by hand.
Layer the Components:
Iron the freezer paper stencil onto the t-shirt, ensuring it is flat and secure.
Additional Personalization:
Customize with additional elements as desired before painting.
Attach the Clip-On Earring:
Allow the paint to dry completely before removing the stencil.
Prepare the Shoes:
For a matching look, you can also make decorated shoes using the same techniques.
Make Additional Pairs:
Consider making more shirts for friends and family!
Enjoy Your Custom Creation:
Embrace your creativity and share your unique designs with others.
Conclusion
This project is a wonderful way to express fun and creativity. It’s an enjoyable experience that helps you add a personal touch, making it a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style!
