Art Activities: Design a T-Shirt

Here’s a fun activity to do with the kids: create a unique t-shirt design utilising a variety of methods:

• tie dye
• fabric markers
• puff paints
• iron-on applique
• beads and sequins

Tie Dye

Use tie dye to create a unique backing. The following instructions explain how to create different tie dye effects:

Fabric Markers

Add your own images and text with fabric markers:

Puff Paints

Use puffy paints to add some 3D texture:

• Pencil in your outlines
• Follow over the lines with puffy paints
• Allow paints to dry
• Use a hairdryer or iron to puff up the paint

Iron-on Applique

This is an easy way to add embroidery designs to your t-shirt without having to spend hours hand-sewing them yourself.

Beads and Sequins

Sew on beads and sequins to add some sparkle and shine to your t-shirt.