One of the first DIYs that I just knew that I would be making since discovering those two blue lines was a printed onesie for our baby. Choosing trendy, gender neutral clothing is not always an easy task. I can envision what I want in my head, but the stores that I visit never seem to have quite what I am looking for. Buying plain onesies and turning them into my own printed design was the obvious solution. I also love drawing on fabric, and don’t have an excuse to do it often.
These are the materials that you will need:
Fabric marker(s)
Plain onesie(s)
Plain paper
Photo paper/cardboard
Scissors
Tape
Steps:
1. Using plain paper, draw up a few templates of a design that you like. Choose the one that you think will look best. Make a good copy onto a fresh sheet of plain paper. Cut it out and set it aside.
2. Trace your onesie onto either photo paper or a piece of cardboard. Remove, and cut out the outline of the onesie. (The fabric markers have a tendency to bleed through fabric, so this will prevent them from doing so.)
3. Place the photo paper or cardboard inside the onesie. Take the design template and place tape on the back. Tape the design to the onesie.
4. Now using the fabric marker(s), trace the print onto the onesie. Go slowly and carefully, since the fabric has a tendency to bunch. Once it has been traced, remove it.
5. Now fill in the outline of the print. Make sure not to touch the wet areas with your fingers, as the ink can easily be transferred.
6. Once that is done, set the onesie aside for 24 hours. After that time, you may either throw it into the dryer, or iron it to ensure that the ink sets completely.
7. The last step is to wash the onesie, since fabric markers leave a strong odour. Adding vinegar to the wash will help set the ink.
This DIY was extremely fun to make. I now have several onesies set aside for our baby. My sister loved the results so much that she had me make some for her son as well. Honestly, it’s the type of project that is either totally practical for your own children, or would make a perfect gift for someone else’s. Try it out!
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Emory
Sandra
/ 02/10/2016Adorable! I’m just waiting for my plain bodysuits to arrive soon and was planning to create something cool like this out of them. Just might try the markers out as well. Thanks for the tip! 😊
missbeckymuz
/ 01/29/2016Love these – very cute 😊
House of Nicnax
/ 01/16/2016So Cute! Love the little Cacti!
Hello, Scarlett Blog
/ 01/16/2016Thank you! That one was fun to make.
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adurfeelmt
/ 01/16/2016This is awesome! My husband is a screen printer so he gets all the glory for personalized shirts and things. It would be nice if I could contribute. I will definitely be trying this!
Hello, Scarlett Blog
/ 01/16/2016Oh please do try it! Then let me know how it turns out. Feel free to post a link on here when you’re done!
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Lilly Loompa
/ 01/15/2016Great idea! My sis is due next week, and I will definitely use this idea to make a few for her! ;)
Hello, Scarlett Blog
/ 01/16/2016Great! That would be such a perfect gift. All the best in making them. I know that you’ll have fun. :-)))
Grace
/ 01/15/2016Those are so cute! Can’t wait to see your little one wear them :)
Hello, Scarlett Blog
/ 01/16/2016Awe, thanks!
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Cheryl "Cheffie Cooks" Wiser
/ 01/15/2016Cute-onesies are great and they are in and out of them a lot Emory!!! Have a great weekend-rest!
Hello, Scarlett Blog
/ 01/16/2016Have a relaxing weekend as well!
Cheryl "Cheffie Cooks" Wiser
/ 01/16/2016Thank U Emory! x
harasuma
/ 01/15/2016Cool idea!
Hello, Scarlett Blog
/ 01/16/2016Thank you for your comment!!