HEARTMADE: VOLUME 1

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introduction
There is something so special about making things; the process is relaxing, and having something tangible at the end gives you a sense of accomplishment...and nothing is more rewarding than giving your art to someone and seeing them light up !! This will cover some apparel projects that you can wear or give to a friend. All weirder materials are clickable links to Amazon for internet's sake, but if you can find it local/cheaper, do it!
shrink paper pins
materials:
- Shrink paper (for printing or for drawing on)
- Printer or drawing materials (colored pencils and markers work best)
- Scissors
- Pin backs or safety pins
- Cardstock / parchment
- Conventional or toaster oven
- Baking sheet
- Mod podge or top coat
- E600 or any superglue
STEP 1: design
Keep in mind the size of your paper, and that your pieces will shrink to about 1/3 their original size. Use a drawing software or art supplies and create!! It may also be a good idea to leave a margin around the design to make cutting easier.NOTE
In my experience, when printing colors will get darker as they shrink. Make sure to adjust the lightness in your software before baking and your pins should be fine :-)Step 2: Cut n' Cook
Carefully cut around your designs with scissors. When you're all done, place your pieces on a baking sheet. Place a piece of cardstock or parchment paper on top of your designs. During the shrinking process, the pins will curl up and may stick to each other or themselves; the paper will keep them flat!Preheat the oven to around 350F / 176C, then place the baking sheet in the oven for 3-4 minutes. Then, take them out (always be safe and use oven mitts) and let them cool. After a few minutes you can pick them up.