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Not your traditional painted tee!
This simple tee uses tape to create a void pattern when painted around with fabric spray paint.

Posted by Caroline from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada • Published See Caroline's 11 projects »
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  • How to paint a t-shirt. Neon Fabric Spray Paint Tee - Step 1
    Step 1

    First wash and dry your tee. Spread the old sheet on your work surface, this might get messy!

  • How to paint a t-shirt. Neon Fabric Spray Paint Tee - Step 2
    Step 2

    Put the cardboard inside the tee to prevent the paint from seeping through. Tape out your pattern- geometric shapes work best. Press the tape edges down firmly.

  • How to paint a t-shirt. Neon Fabric Spray Paint Tee - Step 3
    Step 3

    If you don't want to run the risk of getting paint on your hands, snap on some rubber gloves now. Follow the instructions on your fabric spray paint and start spraying your tee.

  • How to paint a t-shirt. Neon Fabric Spray Paint Tee - Step 4
    Step 4

    Focus the paint around the taped pattern so that the lines will be well defined. The paint I used had the interesting feature that a full pump would make a mist and half a pump would make a splatter.

  • How to paint a t-shirt. Neon Fabric Spray Paint Tee - Step 5
    Step 5

    Spray your tee until your happy with it. Let the paint dry according to the instructions. Remove the tape and wear!

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