I did this as a guest post a little while ago over at Romance On A Dime and I just wanted to share it with you guys!
If you have any questions please feel free to let me know!
A NO SEW (I’m all about no sew) Under 5$ Super Hero Cape Tutorial:
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| you didn’t know batman ran around in zoo pj’s and jumped over flowers? |
Supplies:
See through file folder, stencil paper or plain old freezer paper (I wanted to reuse mine so I went with the file folder)
An exacto knife
Self healing cutting mat
Scissors
Desired paint color
T-Shirt
Sponge/Stencil Brush
Printed picture of your super hero logo. (I just google searched Batman logos in images and chose the one I liked the best)
Cardboard or T-Shirt Board to paint on
Cardboard or T-Shirt Board to paint on
Step 1: Anchor your super hero logo and file folder to your cutting mat so that it doesn’t move.
Step 2: Use your exacto knife and trace the logo starting from the middle and working your way out. I’ve found that it’s a lot easier to do it this way than working from the outside in.
I like to peel away my image once it’s cut so it doesn’t get in my way and just set it to the side.
Step 3: Stretch your t-shirt over a piece of cardboard and make sure that it’s taught so that it doesn’t wiggle around while you’re painting.
Step 4: Anchor your stencil onto your shirt. I either recommend double sided tape or if you’re using freezer paper then iron it on.
Step 5: Start painting. If you notice that you are really close to the edge of your stencil and you might get some on your shirt. Simply line up a sheet of paper with your stencil and keep going around. I LOVE using my stencil sponge because you simply move around your stencil in a stamping motion (straight up, straight down). This helps the paint not to get underneath the edges of your stencil.
My image needed two coats, it’s important to let your paint to dry between coats so you can either let it air dry OR if you’re impatient like me, whip out your blow dryer and help it along! Please note that if you let your stencil get too hot it will start to warp…I may or may not be speaking from experience…
Once your second layer of paint is semi dry, you will want to remove your stencil so it doesn’t dry on completely. Use a safety pin or something similar to lift up the edge of your stencil and get it started, that way you don’t mess up your paint job.
When your image is completely dry you are ready to start cutting out your cape shape!
Step 6: Find either the side seam or side fold in your shirt (it’s from the arm pit down) and cut along that line.
Step 7: Lay out your shirt so that it is flat. This is about where my little batman decided that he needed to help me. So I hope you don’t mind glimpses of my assistant…
Step 8: Cut off your sleeves and set them to the side (I have an awesome tutorial that uses them on my blog!)
Step 9: Cut about 2-3 inches from the collar of your shirt on the side of your shirt that your logo is not on. SAVE THE REST of your shirt, there are so many things you can do with that scrap…
Step 10: Fold your shirt in half length wise (hot dog style) and cut it into a cap style shape. I just cut from the top middle of the neckline and kind of made it into a half circle.
Step 11: Keeping your shirt folded in half, fold it in half again (so it’s in fourths)
Step 12: Cut a triangle shape to add a zig zag to the bottom of your cape (or you can just leave it alone…)
Step 13: Put your cape on a super hero and let them have a blast!
Here is a sneak peek of a tutorial I will be posting soon of what you can make with your leftover t-shirt scraps! Hint: They’re super popular and sell for at least 8 dollars a pair…sometimes even more!
Please remember that all of my tutorials and printables are for personal use only. This post was seen first at, and written by Cox’s Corner
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My first macaroon was at a Lindt chocolate cafe 1 1/2 years ago. You really have to go to the best place to get your first real taste.
I love your cape tutorial! I will have to try this later down the track for the dress-up box
No problem! I was happy to! I bet that first macaroon was spectacular! I'm going to have to find a good place. I'm so curious about them.
The cape is seriously SO easy! It goes together so fast!
love the cape – so cute for little boys! And I can't wait for your baby sandals post – I've been wanting to make those for baby girl!
Thank you! The baby sandals are SO easy! I will definitely be posting the tutorial VERY soon!
This is a great idea! Thanks so much for the helpful instructions!
Thank you! I am happy to share what I learned!
awesome job girl!!
hope you can link it u p to Tell me Tuesday!
http://jaysonandashley.blogspot.com/2012/07/tell-me-tuesday-54_31.html
xo
ash
Thank you. I appreciate it!
Great project! What a fun idea to make for a little guy. I bet the upcoming tutorial is some barefoot baby sandals.
Thank you! It is the upcoming tutorial soon! I just need to get a good picture of them on my girlies feet!
Love it! My little man needs a few of these!!
They are SO easy to make, you could easily make a couple at one time!
Hey! Stopping by from Serenity Now. Love this! I can do this! I too am a huge fan of NO SEW!!! Great idea!
Thank you for stopping by! I LOVE NO SEW projects! I have a lot of them!
That is SO cute! And I love that it's no sew
Great project, pinning now!
Thank you! I'm all about NO sew projects!
I appreciate the pin! 
The cap is AWESOME!!! LOVE that it's no sew!! YAY!!
Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!
Thank you! I LOVE how easy it is! No sew is right up my alley!
Thank you for hosting the party!
This is so adorable, Jess!! Love that it's no-sew….that's my kind of project! I can't believe I've never been to your blog before…it's so fun!! Would be super delighted for you to link up with us over at Mop It Up Mondays: http://www.ishouldbemoppingthefloor.com/2012/08/mop-it-up-mondays-28.html
{HUGS},
kristi
How funny! I totally just linked up a few minutes ago without even seeing this comment! I'd love for you to follow along! I started following you a little while ago and I just LOVE your blog!
Well, shame on me for not having followed along before!! Thanks bunches for linking up!! Have a wonderful week!
No way! I'm just honored that you are here now!
This is sooo adorable.. and just perfect for any superhero! Love the cape and especially the price! Those sandals sure are sweet too~
Thanks for sharing with the Pink Hippo party
xoxo
Amie @ Pinkapotamus
Thank you! I think superheroes of any age deserve a cape!
I'm all about keeping a low price…that way I can craft more! 
I should be posting the sandal tutorial soon…as soon as I find the other one to get a picture of the finished project!
Thank you for hosting the weekly party!
Oh my gosh this is awesome!! My boys will love this! And I love that no sewing is required!
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Thank you! I'm so glad that you stopped by! I LOVE your blog btw.
FABULOUS cape!! And I can't wait to see what you do with those t-shirt scraps too!
Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
Hope you have a fabulous week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
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Thank you! I will be posting the tutorial soon…as soon as I can get a good picture!
Great idea!! Thank you so much for linking up to Tasty Thursdays last week. Hope to see you again this week!! The party is live at http://mandatorymooch.blogspot.com/2012/08/tasty-thursdays-3.html
Nichi – The Mandatory Mooch
Thank you!
Thank you so much for hosting the weekly party! I'll definitely be there!
Love the cape, and I can't wait to see the new project! Thanks for linking this up at One Creative Weekend! I love it! I’d love for you to join the party again tomorrow.
Thank you! I'll definitely be joining the party again!
This is so fun! My mom made a bunch of these last year for my niece and nephew's birthday party. Super quick and easy project. Thanks for sharing at Snips and Spice Sunday Slice.
Malory
Thank you! That is such a great idea to use them for a birthday party! Thank you so much for hosting the party!
What fun! And I love your little super hero too. Can't wait to see those baby shoes also. Thanks so much for linking up on Fabulous Friday at Faith, Trust & Pixie Dust. {Sorry I'm running late – I've been on vacation.}
Warmly, Michelle
Thank you! I'll be posting the tutorial for the baby shoes soon! Thank you for hosting the party ever week! No worries about running late. You deserve a vacation every once in a while!