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DIY Punk Essentials

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For people who want to reuse their old clothes and shit on the system, in that order.
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Patches

For Patches specifically

 
Printable Labels Online - Blank Label Sheets & Rolls
 
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Markers and pens work great for beginners too but Fabric Paint is the best. There are some on Amazon but I recommend

https://www.dickblick.com/products/jacquard-dye-na-flow-fabric-colors/
Fabric Paint
 
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Just transfer paper. Works with sublimation or inkjet printers.
Transfer Paper
 
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This one needs an X-acto knife so you can cut out your design and then stamp it with a fabric paint using a brush or a sponge.
Stencil Paper
 
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These are for stencils and shit. Use a mat under so you don't fuck up your set up.

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knives & blades
 
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Bleach can be used as “ink.” Be sure to use a mask and mix it with water (40/60 ratio).
Bleach
 
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It has to be nice and thick. Hand sew patches with this. DO NOT machine sew. Use Floss as an alternative.
Embroidery Thread
 
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HAND sewing needles, NOT machine sewing needles. Normal hand sewing needles are fine but leather needles work best if your thread is thick.
Sewing Needles
 
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Temporary or permanent (depending on how lazy you are) alternative to sewing on patches. I recommend researching and finding really strong ones if you don't plan on actually sewing it yourself.
Fabric Glue

Screen Printing

screen printing

 
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Reddit is a decent source of information from real people. I linked a post that could be helpful. Check the comments on the post.
Reddit Sources
 
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BUY THE CHEAPEST ONE ON AMAZON. CHEAPEST. This will be the frame for your screen printer.
Frame for Screen Printing
 
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Any mesh or sheer fabric really. Sheer curtains, mesh on clothes. Anything, if the ink will go through it.
mesh fabric
 
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I recommend Duck Tape since I use it and other people do too.
Any strong tape
 
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mod podge. you can use this for nothing else but screen printing unless you do paper mache so if you dont want to waste it, pick up a new hobby
Mod Podge® Decoupage Formulas & Tools
 
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Or anything that will STICK to the mesh fabric. ANYTHING. Like sticky paper or whatever.
Freezer paper
 
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For spreading the paint
Plastic Spreader

Accoutrements

 
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Big ass safety pins for decor. not sharp at ALL.
Large 2 Inch Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Safety Pins, 30 Pack
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It's not big it's kinda average. Actually sharp safety pins.
60PCS Large Safety Pins, Rust-Resistant Steel, 2.2inch
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For functionality and aesthetics. who fucking cares anyway goddamn.
Zipper
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not this one specifically. there are better ones out there
YORANYO 100 Sets 4.7MM Silver Bullet Spikes
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These are big ones.
Big Hole Grommets
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I don't recommend these, I bought them but they're really fucking itchy and you gotta sand it down or put a shield over your skin. It works though but the gold ones suck ass.
Eyelet kit small
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Jewelry/Accessory making

Chains and other accessories that you attach on your clothes 

 
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For lanyards or chains
Swivel D hook
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Small as fuck.
Small chain
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This is for hardware, not for jewelry making but it looks fucking metal.
Slightly above average chain
 
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For a wide selection I guess
Coiris 16.5ft 6mm Stainless Steel Chain Roll
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Look at the title again.
Pliers for Split rings
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Pyramid or circle studs. NOT spikes. They're claw anchored so they come easily.
Studs
 
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this is the one thing that connects your chains to your hooks so dont skip this
O/Split Ring
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this is just a charm and a stand-in. its a reminder to tell you that charms exist and you should probably get some. i am promoting consumerism.
UNICRAFTALE 48pcs Stainless Steel Cone Charms
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Resources

Blogs, posts, articles I found trying to compile this thing bruh im so tired

 
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“Battle Jacket” is a key word for looking up punk DIYs. Here are some ore blogs on Battle Jackets:

EyesoreMerch
Make your own battle jacket
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This is the source I mainly went off of.
DIY Tutorial: How To Make Your Own DIY Punk Patches Easy
 
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Actually helpful Video on Screen Printing
DIY Screen Printing with Stuff You Can Buy at the Store
 
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Really detailed. Too much yapping. I like the other one more it's straight to the point.
The Absolute Easiest Way to Screenprint (no chemicals, no burning needed)