Get Crafty {Tie Onesie}

Here is my little stud-muffin wearing his new tie onesie.

{tutorial after the jump}

I whipped this up in about 20 minutes, and I am really pleased with it. Once you try your hand at appliques, you will realize the possibilities are endless! I've already dreamed up a handful of ideas for my next iron-on ventures. 

Here are the step by step intstructions for this easy project:

Materials:

• Baby Onesie (bodysuit) or tee
• Tie pattern
• Fabric scrap for tie (I cut one to match the size of one sheet of my Heat & Bond)
• Heat & Bond
• Pencil

Optional:

• Thread
• Sewing machine or hand sewing needle

Directions:

• Print tie template, or create your own.

• Cut out and trace onto paper backing of your Heat & Bond.

• Peel backing off and lay it on your fabric. Make sure the heat and bond is covering your fabric - it will melt glue onto your ironing surface if it isn't sized right!
• Turn iron settings to cotton & apply dry heat. Follow Heat & Bond instructions on amount of time to iron.

•  Cut out your two tie pieces

•  Peel back the remaining paper backing and place where you want it on your onesie or shirt. 
• (There is usually a little lip at the collar that you can slide the edge of the "top knot" under for a cleaner look.)
• Make sure you position the tie tucked under the knot where you want it.
• Once you like the arrangement, iron until the edges won't lift.

•  Admire your cute creation!

*Heat & Bond is permanent and washable, so sewing is not necessary. If you are aren't sewing challenged like I am, at this point you could sew around the tie for a fancier finished look. Go here for a fabulous tutorial.

This is such a quick and easy project for your little one, or it would make a fantastic gift! Please link back if you try it out - I would love to see your creations!!