Seasonal & Holidays
DIY Father's Day Gift: Stamped Handkerchief
Upgrade Dad's usual handkerchief with fun stamps that show off his stylish side.
Make special occasions even more special for Dad with a customized handkerchief. He'll be proud to tell everyone that it was hand-stamped especially for him by his kiddo!
For this DIY, you can use any color blank handkerchief. The fabric paint works best on cotton, and you'll also need to choose a fabric paint color that contrasts the handkerchief color.
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1. Wash the blank handkerchief and iron out any creases in it.

2. Spread the fabric paint in a thin layer onto a paper plate to create a stamp pad.

3. Tap the small stamp into the fabric paint. Be sure the paint isn't too thick on the stamp, otherwise it might bleed onto the fabric. The stamp should only be covered in a very thin layer.
4. Stamp the design onto the handkerchief. Kids can stamp randomly all over the fabric or plan a pattern. Either way, we're sure Dad will love his new accessory!
5. Allow the fabric paint to dry, following the manufacturer's recommendation.
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