handprint flag shirt

Today’s crafty idea is all about a DIY handprint flag patriotic shirt Lil Man and I made together, for him to wear to some upcoming celebrations we are attending.

I first saw the DIY idea on Pinterest and instantly knew I wanted {needed} to make one for him.

Not only is this DIY shirt idea great for any patriotic event throughout the year {think 4th of July and Memorial Day} but it also makes for a great keepsake to gift to someone as well.

There has been several occasions where I wanted a patriotic themed shirt for Lil Man {deployments, military graduations, homecoming celebrations} but never could find something I absolutely loved, in my price range or even remotely cute for boys in his size.

Well – least not till now! For about $7 I solved all my problems and made a one-of-a-kind shirt that literally took us a few minutes from start to finish!

If you would like to make one with your child today {or maybe make a shirt for yourself instead} find all the crafty details below. My best suggestion for the supplies is Walmart :-)

Happy crafting, my dear friends! #gluedtomycrafts

Handprint Flag Shirt Supplies:
* Plain White Shirt {Walmart has them for about $3-5 each}
* Fabric Paint {Blue & Red}
* Paint Brushes
* Cardboard or Paper Plate
* Cute Kid w/Small Hands
* Baby Wipes

Directions:
* Place a paper plate {or piece of cardboard} inside your tshirt. This is so the paint won’t bleed to the other side of your shirt.
* Decide where the handprint will go [Practice with your child} Paint some blue paint on your child’s hand and have them immediately press it on the shirt. Using a small paintbrush, do some touch ups if need be.
* Using the red paint – make flag strips next to the blue handprint. If desired, paint a red heart inside the blue handprint as well.
* Now let your paint dry completely being wearing or washing.
* Be sure to follow washing directions on back of fabric paint container. For good measure, wash the shirt inside out.