Ideas for Art – How to Paint a T-Shirt – 3 Fun Ways with Fastex Fabric Painting Inks
- Tony Parker
- Apr 11
- 2 min read
How to Paint a T-Shirt – 3 Fun Ways with Fastex
There are three easy ways to paint a T-shirt: by brush, with a stencil, or (if you’ve got the kit) by screen printing. Pick whichever suits your space and your artists best.
What You’ll Need:
A plain white cotton T-shirt (pre-washed, no softener)
A piece of cardboard (to fit inside the T-shirt)
Paintbrush or sponge
Pins or masking tape
Newspaper or scrap paper
Fabric pen or light pencil (yellow or pale blue)
Optional: stencil materials or a screen-printing frame
Iron (for setting the paint, if needed)
Three Ways to Paint Your T-Shirt with FASTEX
Brush Painting
This is the most hands-on and creative method.
Start by lightly sketching your design on the shirt.
Use a flat brush to paint in thin layers — this stops the ink from going blotchy.
If you want a bold outline, use a permanent fabric marker once the paint is dry. Perfect for freehand drawing and colourful pattern play.
Stencil Painting with Fastex
Great for younger kids or if you want a neat finish.
Cut your design out of card or acetate.
Tape it firmly to the shirt.
Use a sponge to dab the Fastex ink through the stencil.
Gently lift the stencil off, and let it dry. Bold shapes and repeating patterns work especially well here.
This one’s a bit more advanced but gives amazing results.
You’ll need a mesh screen in a frame, plus a stencil design.
Clamp the screen onto the shirt so it doesn’t move.
Sponge the ink across the screen — it’ll go through the open parts and print your design.
Great for logos, words, or repeated designs.Best for older kids or if you’re running a club with the proper setup.
Final Steps:
Let the shirt dry completely. If your Fastex ink needs it, set the design with a warm iron. Then it’s ready to wear — and wash!
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Why Kids Love This:
It’s creative, it’s hands-on, and they get to wear their artwork. Whether it’s for a class project, an after-school club, or a weekend at home, this is one of those activities that sticks with them.
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