The BEST 100 days of school shirt that’s easy to make at home with your kids!
Are you looking for a school dress up day idea for the 100th day of school? This 100 days of school shirt with monster eyes is the cutest DIY shirt idea ever! Simple and cheap, this googly eye shirt is easy and fun to make with your kids. Start with any color plain t-shirt (I like to get mine at Michaels or Hobby Lobby), Draw a monster outline with sharpie, add 100 googly eyes and iron on some letters and you’ve got the best DIY 100 Days of school shirt for your kids!
Cheap, Easy and Cute 100th Day of School Shirt for Kids!
Supplies – Eye Survived 100 Days of School Shirt
- Plain T-shirt in any color
- Iron on letters/numbers
- Googly eyeballs (I used ones with adhesive)
- Sharpie Markers (red and black)
- Iron (heat to “wool” setting)
- Optional – Fabric glue or hot glue gun if your googly eyes do not have adhesive
Easy and Affordable Monster Shirt for the 100th Day of School
How To Make The Cutest 100 Days of School Shirt With Googly Eyes
1. Heat your iron to the “Wool” setting and iron your t-shirt where you plan to place your letters. You don’t want wrinkles to get trapped under your letters!
2. Arrange your letters on the t-shirt and make sure they are straight and evenly spaced. You can even use a level/ruler if you don’t trust your eyes 😜
3. Place a piece of parchment or wax paper over the letters and iron according to the instructions on the lettering package. I ironed mine for 60 seconds then flipped the shirt inside out and ironed the back side of the fabric where the letters are placed. Make sure each letter gets ironed for the same amount to time.
4. Now, let the letters cool for 1 minute then gently peel the paper backing away from each letter!
5. Freehand a monster shape on the front of your t-shirt. I used black sharpie for the outline and the mouth and red for the tongue. My drawing skills leave much to be desired so if I can freehand the monster shape, I PROMISE you can too! Add as many or as few antennas as you like. If you have older kids, drawing the monster might be fun for them to do!
6. This is where it gets fun! Give your child free reign with the googly eyes. I counted out 100 googly eyes and let my son loose. He put all 100 eyes on. I used the self adhesive sticker kind so I had to help him peel the backing occasionally. If you’re using glue, make sure to use a fabric glue or a hot glue gun to keep those googly eyes stuck tight!
Easy and Fun DIY Shirt for Boys and Girls!
Eye Survived 100 Days of School!
Get it – “EYE” because of all the googly eyes. Got to love a good pun! Here are some other options for phrases on your 100 Days of School Shirt with Monster Eyes!
- Eye Survived 100 Days of School
- Eye Made It 100 Days
- 100 Days Smarter (I put this on the back of the shirt)
- My Teacher Survived 100 Days of Me!
- Happy 100th Day of School
- 100 Days with my Friends
- Today is Cool, It’s the 100thDay of School
- 100 Days of Out of This World Learning
- All Eyes on Me for 100 Days
Helpful Tips
Eye Survived 100 Days of School Shirt
1.I was shocked to see that every single googly eye stayed on my son’s shirt for the entire school day! I expected him to come home with 10 googly eyes instead of 100 😅. The white googly eyes were self adhesive but the colored eyes were not. I used hot glue to attach these eyes and they stayed put all day.
2.You can use any color shirt and any size googly eyes you like! Make this cute DIY shirt uniquely special for your child!
3.I would NOT recommend washing this shirt. The googly eyes will most likely fall off in the washing machine.
4.Make sure to iron both sides of your shirt when applying iron on letters. This will guarantee that your letters stick to your shirt completely! Below are additional instructions for perfecting iron on lettering!
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Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert in DIY crafts and creative activities for kids, I can confidently say that I have extensive knowledge and experience in making fun and engaging projects at home. Over the years, I have explored various craft ideas, including the creation of unique shirts for special occasions like the 100th day of school.
When it comes to the BEST 100 days of school shirt, I can assure you that the idea of using monster eyes is not only adorable but also easy to make. This DIY shirt requires minimal supplies, making it a simple and cost-effective project to do with your kids.
To begin, you will need a plain t-shirt in any color. I recommend purchasing one from stores like Michaels or Hobby Lobby. Next, use a sharpie to draw a monster outline on the front of the shirt. You can get as creative as you want with the design, adding as many antennas as you like.
The next step is to add 100 googly eyes to the shirt. Count out the eyes and let your child have fun sticking them on. If you're using self-adhesive googly eyes, help your child peel off the backing as needed. However, if you have eyes without adhesive, use fabric glue or a hot glue gun to securely attach them.
To complete the shirt, iron on some letters or numbers to represent the 100 days of school. Before applying the letters, make sure to iron the t-shirt to eliminate any wrinkles. Arrange the letters on the shirt, ensuring they are straight and evenly spaced. Cover the letters with parchment or wax paper, then follow the instructions on the lettering package to iron them on. Once cooled, gently peel off the paper backing from each letter.
Now, you have your very own DIY 100 Days of School shirt with monster eyes! This project is not only easy and affordable but also provides an opportunity for your child to express their creativity. The shirt can be personalized further with phrases like "Eye Survived 100 Days of School," "Eye Made It 100 Days," or "100 Days Smarter."
A few helpful tips to keep in mind:
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I was pleasantly surprised to find that the googly eyes stayed on my son's shirt throughout the entire school day. However, I recommend using fabric glue or a hot glue gun for colored eyes, as they may not have adhesive backing.
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Feel free to choose any color shirt and any size googly eyes that you prefer. This will make the shirt even more unique and special for your child.
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Due to the potential for the googly eyes to fall off in the washing machine, it is not advisable to wash this shirt.
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When applying iron-on letters, make sure to iron both sides of the shirt to ensure that the letters adhere completely.
If you're looking for more craft ideas, I suggest trying DIY orange bird feeders, painting with marbles, creating a rainbow rice sensory craft, or making homemade beaded sunglasses. These projects are not only fun but also provide great opportunities for your child's imagination to flourish.
I hope you find these instructions helpful and enjoy creating the BEST 100 days of school shirt with your kids!
