I love to have something fun for my little kids to wear at their birthday parties – a special shirt, a cute outfit, an adorable hat. Just something that feels festive.
I had a fun idea for shirts for Luke and Lila’s camping party, and although Plan A turned into Plan B and C, I’m happy with the outcome.
I originally designed this cute image on my Silhouette, hoping to do some sort of heat transfer. Because of the firewood-looking font, I would have had to use sketch pens {which I don’t yet own} and cut it differently. That became the end of Plan A.
Plan B was to use leftover iron on transfer sheets. I printed the image and ironed it onto Lila’s white shirt. Very cute. The only problem? Luke’s brown shirt wouldn’t show the image.
On to Plan C. I printed the image again, this time on muslin {you can print on thin fabric by taping a section to regular paper or cardstock and running it through your printer}, and scribble sewed it onto Luke’s shirt. It’s supposed to look like a camp patch. At least that’s what I’m telling myself.
In the end, I really do like the way both shirts turned out and I like that they’re different. One step closer to tomorrow’s big day!
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Linda says
Those are amazing! I love them!
Megan says
these are both very cute. I love the design.
megan
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I have always wanted to put fabric through my printer – but kind of scared to. I have got to try this. I love plan C! It stands for “creative”.
Found you through tater tots and jello!
Chris says
Perfect example of if at first you don’t succeed. I like both versions, too. Best wishes for a fun birthday for your littles.
Erin says
I totally Love them!! That is so cool, love that font!! That machine is amazing.
"bigcanadiangirl" says
Super cute. Have fun today.
Liberty says
I absolutely adore them!! I’m sure your kiddos will wear them proudly and let everyone know how proud they are that their mommy made their sweet shirts. 🙂
Have a great weekend,
Liberty
Lindy@Itsy Bitsy Paper says
I’m totally loving these. So cute. I really have to get a Silhouette!
http://itsybitsypaper.blogspot.com
It's a Crafty Life says
Too cute, I bet they love having those personalized items! Thanks for sharing!
Julie says
Very Cute!
Kristen @ ladybug-blessings.com says
I think these turned out adorable!! would love for you to come link up to handmade tuesdays @ ladybug blessings http://www.ladybug-blessings.com
Maureen says
Those shirts are so adorable!