A cloth bag makes a natural canvas for young artists. This iron-on design spurs their self-expression, with its coloring book-style outlines and the start of a sweet sentiment: "Mom, I love you because..."
Permanent markers work nicely. Just cover the table with butcher paper, and slip sheets of scrap paper inside the tote to prevent the ink from bleeding.
Tools and Materials
- Avery Dark T-Shirt Transfers, for white-on-dark transfers
- Epson Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper, for basic transfer
- Natural-fiber (such as cotton) tote bags
- Scissors or craft knife
- Ironed pillowcase
- Iron
- Sharpie markers in assorted colors
- Flower Clip Art
Basic Iron-On Transfer Technique
1. Download clip art, and print it onto transfer paper. (Images will appear in reverse.) Using scissors or a craft knife, cut loosely around the designs, leaving a 1/8-inch border.
2. Lay an ironed pillowcase on a table or other hard, heat-resistant surface (not an ironing board, which has too much padding).
3. Place an ironed bag on pillowcase. Arrange cutout designs face-down on bag, avoiding seams or pockets.
4. With an iron set on high and no steam, slowly iron on designs, applying firm, even pressure (follow the transfer-paper manufacturer's instructions). Let cool. Remove paper backings.
We do this for our kindergarten moms. We paint the children's hands and stamp them onto one side with their name and the year. The moms love it!!
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