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Dying and Screen Printing

Free project ideas for screen printing and dying clothing.
4th of July Stencils
Make something that is not only patriotic, but fashionable too. When you use your own stencils, it's easy to customize any article of clothing.
Soy Batik Wax
Soy Batik Wax. The pro's and con's to using soy wax for your batik projects. Learn how to use soy batik wax as an easy alternative to beeswax and paraffin.
Make Batik Wax
Make Batik Wax. Learn how to make batik wax with this complete tutorial. Batik wax is easy to make with the right instructions.
Dye Clothing
Learn how to dye clothing with these various methods and instructions. Yes, even you can dye clothing with these how-to's on tie-dye, batik, fabric painting and more.
T-shirt Printing
T-shirt Printing. Learn how to do t-shirt printing with these free stencils and tutorials.
Free Mothers Day Stencils
Show mom you care with these free and easy stencils for your screen printed creations. Print shirts for you and all your siblings this Mothers Day.

  • To use the stencils, click on the thumbnail to see the full size image. Right click on the full size image and select 'Save Picture As'. Save the image to your desktop, then open the image in an image viewer to print.
  • Easter Stencils
    Here are a few Spring stencils to use in your patch, screen print and spray paint projects.
Library of Printable Stencils
Stencils for your spray paint, screen print and patch projects.
Mardi Gras Stencils
Free printable Mardi Gras stencils for your patch, spray paint and screen printing projects. <p>
St. Patricks Day Stencils
St. Patrick's Day is one of my favorite holidays because as a red head, I often get free drinks. Oh, wait, there's the crafting, too. Rainbows and clovers are featured in these fun holiday stencils.
Free Heart Stencils
These printable heart stencils are perfect for making a patch, screen printing a shirt, or even spray painting a jewelry box.
Obama Stencils to Spray Paint and Screen Print
A historic election on November 4th, 2008 brought an era of change to our country. Show your pride for Obama and celebrate his win with your own handmade Obama shirt. I've made these free stencils from scratch for you to use in your projects.
How to Dye Clothes with Coffee
Take your brew to another level and khaki your clothing with some coffee.
Simple Tie Dye Instructions
Step-by-step instructions on how to tie-dye a shirt.
How to Screen Print
Learn how to screen print the at-home easy way. Follow these simple step-by-step instructions for beginners.
Basic Shape Stencils
Free and easy stencils for your screen printed creations. This is a collection of basic shapes that should be easy to trace and print for beginners.
How to Dye Clothing
Use these easy instructions to learn how to dye clothing in the washer.
Spray Painted T-shirt
Use these step-by-step instructions to make a t-shirt look like it was professionally screen printed.
How-to Make Bleached Camo Jeans
Learn how to bleach your jeans to make them look camouflaged. Just follow these easy step-by-step instuctions.
How Can I Screen Print at Home?
You can learn how to screen print the at-home easy way.
Can I Dye Clothing with Kool Aid?
Can I Dye Clothing with Kool Aid? Information on dying clothing. What works and what doesn't.
Print Iron-on Transfers for T-Shirts
From your About Guide, tips for creating wearable art with your inkjet printer.
Fabric Painting and Batik
Whether you've just started fabric painting or are into more advanced techniques such as screen painting or batik, take a look at this collection of tips, techniques, and useful information.
10 Tips for Fabric Painting
With a few colors and a suitable brush, fabric painting opens up endless opportunities for transforming your wardrobe and your home. Here are some tips to help.
Fabric Embellishments
About.com's Guide to Quilting has lots of how-to's and information on decorating fabrics.
How-To: Fabric Stamping
Fabric Stamping or Fabric Printing: An Alternative to Fabric Painting.
Simply Spray Fabric Paint
This is a unique product that is easier and less messy than traditional tie-dye products.
Hand Marbling: How to Marble Fabric
About’s Quilting Guide has written a great step-by-step hand marbling tutorial explaining the process from beginning to finish.
Make an Obama Shirt
How-to Obama t-shirt. Learn how to make an Obama t-shirt with these free Obama stencils and spray paint tutorial.

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