Last fall, I bought my daughter a sweet little shirt on clearance at Carter’s. She is a self-proclaimed Daddy’s Girl, so I thought a girly “Daddy Loves Me” shirt was perfect for her. Little did I know how attached to that shirt that she would be. She begged me to do the laundry if it was dirty. She wanted to wear it everyday. I guess she was trying to make a statement. Ok, everyone knows you’re a Daddy’s Girl. Hey, what about me? Remember yo’ mama? I’m about to make my own statement. Hence the DIY Mommy Loves Me shirt.
This is an easy heat transfer vinyl shirt. For those new to heat transfer vinyl, see my Tips and Tricks for Using Heat Transfer Vinyl. This project only takes a few supplies: a pre-made shirt and heat transfer vinyl.
Begin by cutting out the words. For crafters with a cutting tool like a Cricut or Silhouette, this will be easy. Remember- if using a cutting tool, be sure to mirror the image! Lay the words on the shirt, making certain that they are straight.
Lay a thin piece of material over the words and press with an iron set on cotton setting until the words are secure. Peel off the plastic overlay.
I added a purple tulle bow for a girly touch.
So what do you think about that, Daddy?
In the mood for more gold projects and the chance to win a Pot of Gold for yourself? Read on!
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Gold Lettered Vintage Plates by The Sweet Escape
DIY Gold and Silver Key Fob by 4 You With Love
“Don’t Miss The Colours of the Rainbow” Printable by Clean and Scentsible
Gold Dipped Kitchen Utensils by Echoes of Laughter
Golden Pencils by The DIY Dreamer
Gold Speckled Eggs by Craftberry Bush
Gold Circle Pendants by Northstory
Kate Spade-inspired Coasters by Suburble
Gold-and-Black Layered Bracelet by Happy Hour Projects
Vintage Key Art by Satori Design for Living
Gold Bowties by Fynes Designs
Now it’s time for the Pot of Gold giveaway!
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Giveaway will run from March 10th to 11:59 pm on March 17th. It is open world-wide (Void Where Prohibited). Winner drawn on March 17th and contacted via email.
So adorable! Does she wear it just as much or is she still Daddy’s girl?
Our unending winter hasn’t been ideal for short sleeved shirts so we will find out this week! 🙂
I love the gold heat transfer! How neat. I didn’t know you could get such a thing… Guess what I’m getting this week! 😉
How cute is that t-shirt?! Pinning!
Wow I love this! Looks easier than I ever thought.
It really is! I was intimidated by it for a long time but I have no idea why!
Wow this is SO cute! And I had no idea it was so easy!!
Adorable! I’m pinning this for when I, someday (hopefully), have a little grand daughter. I have 4 grandsons so far. Thanks for sharing!
Clever Idea! I have to try this vinyl out!
What a cute shirt! I love making little items for Madison-I”m going to have to try this out.
Wow! That is a pretty adorable project! I miss babies in the house! Have a lovely week! Angie xo
So cute! I have an eight month old so I might just have to give this a go 🙂
Melanie this project is so precious! I’ve never used HTV. Do you like it? Is it stiff or soft once it’s applied? How does it wash?
I do like using it. It is not stiff, and my projects have washed well so far. Sometimes you have to press it again after getting it out of the laundry, but that’s about it!
Do you mind sharing where you buy your HTV? Thanks!
Not at all! When Pick Your Plum has it on sale, I always stock up then. But if I need something specific at a certain time then I order from My Vinyl Direct or Expressions Vinyl.
THANK YOU!!
Such cute shirts 🙂 And awesome giveaway too!
I really love t-shirt crafts and that gold one is crazy good! This is a strange Q but did you cut the letters on gold paper then cover it with the vinyl or do they sell heat transfer vinyl in gold? I don’t have a silhouette or a cricut so that’s why I’m asking.
That’s not a strange question at all! I purchased actual gold heat transfer vinyl from My Vinyl Direct.
Great inspirations! I want to try making custom t-shirts. Thank you for sharing and thank you for the wonderful chance to win!
Loving that gold! Such a cute and simple project to do!
You shirt is adorable and awesome!! I’m loving the gold heat transfer vinyl!
Thanks so much!
That is so sweet! I miss the days that my boys were young enough that they would wear a shirt like that. Hopefully your super cute shirt convinces her that it is just as fun to be a Mommy’s girl! 😉