Citrus-Inspired Tea Towels and Burp Cloths

Let's make some fun Citrus-inspired Tea Towels and Burp Cloths! A perfect summer craft to make gifts or to host at a baby shower!

Supplies:

• Citrus fruits (lemons, limes, oranges)

• Acrylic Paint (your desired colors)

• Fabric paint medium (like Liquitex)

• Tea towels or burp cloths

• Newsprint or garbage bags (to cover your work surface)

• Knife

• Paper Plate

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Citrus:

   • Slice some citrus into triangular slices and cut others in half for round shapes. Get creative!

2. Mix Your Paint:

   • Mix equal parts acrylic paint and fabric medium. This helps the paint stick and stay vibrant after washing.

3. Cover Your Workspace:

   • Protect your table with newsprint or a garbage bag. Acrylic paint can soak through cloth, so this keeps your surface clean.

4. Create Your Design:

   • Dip your citrus slices into the paint mixture (using a paper plate to house your paint/medium) and press them onto your tea towel or burp cloth. Experiment with different patterns and colors.

5. Finish Your Design:

   • Keep going until you're happy with your design. Let it dry completely, which usually takes a few hours.

6. Set Your Design:

   • Once dry to the touch, heat-set your creation by popping it into the dryer. This ensures the paint won't come off when washed.

7. Enjoy Your Creations:

   • Once set, your Citrus-inspired Tea Towels and Burp Cloths are ready to use! Enjoy using them or give them as cheerful gifts.

Have fun crafting!

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