Introduction: How to Make a DIY Spray Paint T-Shirt
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This week on Thread Heads, we take a look back at our first episode with a fun T-Shirt stencil and spray paint job. If you have any cool DIY projects like this one,send them in! send them in! And don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!
Step 1: Stencils
First, with some poster board, trace a few designs. We picked crosses.
Carefully cut out the shapes.
Carefully cut out the shapes.
Step 2: Dye
Using a plain white T, you can make your own color by using some rit dye and boiling water.
Step 3: Spray Paint (Part 1)
On one side of the shirt, use the left over poster board as a stencil and spray paint lightly to prevent the paint from bleeding.
Step 4: Spray Paint (Part 2)
On the other side, use the cut outs and spray paint.
Step 5: Personalize
Give your shirt a personalized look by cutting or poking holes, dying, and/or adding some cool stitching.