I love making little crafts and I especially enjoy creating unique pieces that I know no one else has! I complied a list of my favorite ways to customize clothing that range in difficulty
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Materials & Kits
Tutorials
Materials & Kits
one of the coolest looks ways to customize any piece of clothing or just to make a print
Cyanotype Kit (Sun Printing Kit)
A popular way to customize shirts that can be reused multiple times
Speedball Beginner Screen Printing Kit
probably the easiest option for customizing a shirt, really depends on the design you want
Iron on Heat Transfer Paper
classic and super fun kid-friendly craft
Shuttle Art Fabric Paint Set (45 Colors)
don't want to craft? no worries you can just order a custom made shirt!
Custom Photo Shirt
an investment in your crafts! can be used for so much and I've personally used it to make my halloween costumes
Cricut Explore 4 - Smart Cutting Machine
affordable and effective! you can heat press designs onto almost anything
Calogy Mini Heat Press
don't have time to embroider? this is perfect because you can still sew and create your own designs
Brother Sewing and Embroidery Machine
get started on learning embroidery to add a personal touch to any item
4 Stage Beginners Embroidery Kit
a sewing starter kit so you can start upcycling or repairing clothes
Sewing Kit Basic
iron on letter patches for super easy customization
Bright Creations Iron On Letters
use bleach to create cool patterns (or bleach pens to get detailed)
Tulip Tie Dye, Reverse Kit
classic for a reason! there's so many great resources for how to make super intricate designs if you want a more unique piece
Tulip One Step Tie Dye Kit: Tie Dye
Tutorials
see how cyanotyping can be used on clothing!
CYANOTYPE PRINTING ON FABRIC METHODS
check out this book for multiple different dying methods for beginners
Learn to Dye & Print Fabric: Shibori, Tie-Dye
learn how to tie dye like a pro!
Dead Style: Long Strange Trip into Tie-Dye
learn different stitches so you cna add a little flair to your clothing
Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches
learn everything you need to know about sewing in one book
Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing
this blog gives a great run-down on everything heat press
How to Heat Press a T-Shirt (Step-by-Step Guide)
learn how to use your cricut (I believe there's also a section on how to monetize your crafts!)
Cricut 2025: 14 In 1 Step-by-Step Guide
a visuals-forward compilation of inspiration for screen printing
