Father's Day Grilling Apron

Get your dad something that he can use this father's day. For example, this father's day grilling apron from I Love to Create for those fun summer cookouts! Your child will love the feeling of accomplishment from having Dad wear something made by him or her!
 

Materials:

• Tulip® Multi-Surface Stencils
  • Block Alphabet
• Tulip® Sticky Fabric Stencils
  • 23269 Edgy
  • 23264 Edgy
• Tulip® Soft Fabric Paint
  • BI15790 Crimson Red
  • BI15786 Sunshine Yellow
  • Retro
• Scissors
• Foil
• Low tack masking tape
• Apron, men’s size
• Plastic tablecloth
• Cosmetic sponges
   

Instructions:

1. Before painting, prewash apron to remove sizing. Do NOT use fabric softener. Shake bottles of paint well before use. Cover work surface with a plastic tablecloth to prevent messes.
    
2. Cut desired letters using Multi-Surface Stencil.  Create a sentimental or personal message. Press stencil directly onto front of apron, running fingernail around edges to ensure a tight seal.
    
3. Apply masking tape around edges and between letters as needed to create a protective border around stencil.
    
4. Squeeze a puddle of Matte Crimson Red paint onto foil. Tap flat edge of sponge into paint. Tap onto a clean area of foil to remove excess. Tap into opening of stencil. Reload sponge as necessary. Remove stencil. Let paint dry.
    
5. Apply Sticky Fabric Stencils along upper and lower edges of apron, alternating sizes and spacing evenly.
    
6. Squeeze a separate puddle of Crimson Red, Coral and Sunshine Yellow Paint onto foil. Apply Matte Crimson Red at lower edge of flame, using sponge. Apply Coral to center of flame, using a clean sponge and slightly over lapping Matte Crimson Red.
    
7. Repeat procedure to apply Matte Sunshine Yellow at upper edge, using a clean sponge and overlapping Coral. While paint is still wet, use a clean sponge to blend edges of colors. Remove stencil before paint dries.
    
8. Reposition stencils and repeat procedure to paint remaining flames. Let dry.
    
9. Wait 72 hours to wash. Machine wash warm on gentle cycle. Do NOT use harsh detergents or bleach. Remove promptly and line dry. If ironing, be careful not to touch design with iron. Do not dry clean.