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DIY Graphic Tees

Intern Lizzie Nirenberg strikes a pose in her Simply Screen™ tee from Plaid
Photo by Molly Crawford
 

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Want to make your own glam graphic tees? Even if you have no experience, Simply Screen™ from Plaid is the easy new screen-printing that anyone and everyone can do. Get your friends together and make a million custom shirts!


What You’ll Need:

For the basic designs, such as one color or multi-colored tees:

1+ cotton tees (any color or style)
Simply Screen™ Paint (included)
Simply Screen™ Silk Screen Stencils (included)
Squeegee Applicator (included)
LOTS of paper towels
Water
1 Piece of Cardboard


What You’ll Do:

1. Lay down paper towels (or newspaper) to keep your area clean. Then take your fave tee and put the cardboard inside so that the paint doesn’t leak through to the other side. Put this on top of your paper towels.


2. Peel off the back paper on the silk screen stencil of your fave design and place it on the shirt where you want the design to be. Make sure it lays nice and flat!


3. Choose the colors of the Simply Screen™ paint you want to use on your design. At the top of the screen stencil, squeeze a thick bead of the color you want across to the other side. (If you want a multi-colored design, squeeze the first color halfway across the stencil, then switch to the other color of your choice and continue the rest of the way).


The finished product is a perf prezzie for your bestie's bday
Photo by Molly Crawford

4. Hold the top of the screen with one hand and get the squeegee in your other. Using the squeegee, pull the paint down to the bottom of the stencil. Make sure you don’t pull the paint off the stencil and onto your shirt! Repeat this until all of your stencil has been filled with the paint.


5. After swiping all the paint through, pull the screen stencil up slowly and carefully to reveal your masterpiece! Ta-da!


6. Wash off your stencil and squeegee IMMEDIATELY after use! That way, you can reuse.


Simple, right? Do you have another cool printing technique? Any cool design ideas? Tell us about them!


For more crafty ideas from Plaid, check out Plaidonline.com!


-Molly Crawford

POSTED ON 3/18/2010 8:00:00 AM

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by SBbabe101 on 4/23/2011 8:58:35 PM

 
 

~~~~MOD~~~~~ Okay... I heard some guys talking about masturbation.... I don't really know what it is. I asked my friend and it sounds gross but I dont get it still... can u explain it to me. (TRUST ME I DONT WANNA DO THAT) but it just makes absolutly no sence to me.. Thank u in advance 4 answering this weird question...

 

 

Hey girly girl! Not a weird question at all! First of all, there is nothing wrong with masturbation. Experimentation is a totally normal part of growing up, and lots of girls, and women do it. Guys can be super gross and crude about it, but lots of people do it. They just don't advertise it, like some guys do.

Basically, masturbation is kind of like expirimenting with yourself "down there" for sexual pleasure. I know that's kind of vague, so hopefully you get the gist of it. I just don't want to be too graphic in case our younger readers get offended. Smile

xxx

Becca G.

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by cute_wiz_97 on 9/26/2010 6:30:25 PM

 
 

1.Take a deep breath
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by Kaitycutie133 on 9/19/2010 5:25:52 PM

 
 

1. take a deep breath
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by brookiecookie12 on 8/19/2010 2:19:59 AM

 
 

1. take a deep breath
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by xostinagurlxo on 5/2/2010 6:51:04 PM

 
 

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by clubinsidebeauty on 5/1/2010 3:42:17 PM

 
 

congrads to kaykay9183!!!!!! she won my special earth day contest!!!! kaykay9183 and all her friends got together on earth day to clean up local parks and beaches!!!!! comment on her profile to tell her congrads!!!!! (:

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by peace<3 on 4/23/2010 1:39:39 PM

 
 

Love it!

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by deeptigirl on 3/31/2010 9:40:50 PM

 
 

join CLUB BOY CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!
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by CLUB BOY CRAZY<3 on 3/29/2010 7:02:12 AM

 
 

. Which is your favorite color out of: red , black , blue , green , or yellow ?

2. Your first initial?

3. Your month of birth?

4. Which color do you like more, b ! lack or white?

5. Name of a person of the same sex as yours.

6. Your favorite number?

7. Do you like Flying or Driving more?

8. Do you like a lake or the ocean more? &n bsp;

9. Write down a wish (a realistic one).


When you're done, scroll down. (Don't cheat!)









Answers

1. If you choose:
Red - You are alert and your life is full of love.
Black - You are conservative and a ggress ive..
Green - Your soul is relaxed and you are laid back.
Blue- You are spontaneous and love kisses and affection from the ones you love..
Yellow -You are a very happy person and give good advice to those who are down.

2. If your initial is:
A-K You have a lot of love and friendships in your life.
L-R You try to enjoy your life to the maximum & your love life is soon to blossom.
S-Z You like to help others and your future love life looks very good.

3. If you were born in:
Jan-Mar: The year will go very well for you and you will discover that you fall in love with someone totally unexpected.
Apri l-June: You will have a strong love relationship that will not last long but the memories will last forever.
July-Sep: You will have a great year and will experience a major life-changing experi en ! ce for the good.
Oct-Dec: Your love life will not be great , but ev entually you will find your soul mate.

4. If you chose:
Black: Your life will take on a different direction, it will seem hard at the time but will be the best thing for you, and you will be glad for the change.
White: You will have a friend who completely confides in you and would do anything for you, but you may not realize it.

5. This person is your best friend.

6. This is how many close friends you have in your lifetime.

7. If you chose:
Flying: You like adventure.
Driving: You are a laid back person.

8.. If you chose:
Lake : You are loyal to your friends and your lover and are very reserved.
Ocean: You are spontaneous and like to please people.

9. This wish will come true only if you send this to five people in one hour. Send it to ten people, and it will come true before your next birthday

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by fieldhockey1996 on 3/25/2010 4:37:31 PM

 
 

MOD! I was wondering... what on earth does DIY stand for? Thank you!
-PartyHat




Hey Girl, it means Do it Yourself. 
Kayla C.

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by PartyHat on 3/20/2010 10:24:58 PM

 
 

Hey Mod, I am one of those girls that is fashionable and girly, yet focused on life. I love to paint my nails, except I can't because of one thing--sports. I am a homeschooler who does gymnastics so it's really hard for me to keep up with everything in life. When we compete we can't wear makeup or nail polish. >Frown Do you have any idea how we can look cute and not break any rules?

 

Hey girly! Maybe you can wear a fun headband or do your hair in some stylish braids when you compete. Google Lauren Conrad's braid and that'll give you some inspiration Smile
xxx


Becca G.

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by kellybean67 on 3/19/2010 10:41:42 PM

 
 

That's a cool shirt

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by kiannahgal on 3/19/2010 8:15:36 PM

 
 

poll:
what is your fav song ?

1.miley cyrus -when i look at u

2.taylor swift -you are not sorry

3.demi lovato -world of chances

4.the jonas brothers- black keys

ps:post me on my profile plezSmile

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by haneen.pop.princess on 3/19/2010 10:35:22 AM

 
 

*****MOD************* PLease respond quickley! Im soooooooooooooo sad right now, one of my kittens just died, and im even more sad because i was thinking, and it seems like everytime somehing really good happens, something really bad happens! I went to my first Toby Mac concert in December, i came home, and I found out my cat Rascal went crazy and ran away, I had a snow day in January, and my dad woke me up at 6 and my other cat died. Then this minth I got two sisters, and I woke up at 8 this morning, I have off for teachers inservice, and Lucy, on e of my kittens died! Now I 'm scared Tari will die too! She's healthy, but you know! I know this is a hard subject to give advice on, but please try! And also, I hate telling people when my cats die, I haven't seen my aunt in several years, and I never told her one cat ran away, and 1 died, now I haven't told her this either! Please help!

 

Hey girl,
I'm so sorry that you're going through so much loss.  It's not fair for anyone to have to suffer this much.  Loss is so difficult, but it's important to remember the good memories you had with your kittens and the impact they made on your life.  Even though they can't be with you anymore, they will always be with you in your heart, because they were an important part of your life.  You shouldn't be embarassed about this, you have nothing to be ashamed of.  Maybe for every kitten who has passed, you can write them a little eulogy or a statement which describes them and what they meant to you and how they impacted you.  Then, you can keep these in a journal that you can keep with you forever so they'll always be a part of you. good luck, and stay strong<3


Leora F.

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by twilightgirl1 on 3/19/2010 9:38:55 AM

 
 

mod-
so at my high school i have a few friends, but i don't disrespect anyone. i tried out for softball, and ended up making the last stop on the team, making one of the most popular girls in the team not get it. she is super angry at me, and so she started a rumor that i'm PREGNANT. i've gained wait through out the year, and so i could see where it would look like it, but it is so mean! my best friend is my friend Dylan, so everyone is saying that he is the father. i am not pregnant, and i am so embarrassed to go down the halls! i don't know what to do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! spring break is the day after tomorrow, so what should i do??!




I think you should ignore the rumor until break starts. It will fade away and hopefully it will be gone after the break. But if it isnt, then whenever you hear someone talking about the rumor then just calmly tell lthem its not true. If you stay calm and level headed, then theyll believe you. If you are calm about it and dont freak out and yell, theyll believe you more. Good luck! xoxo kerra 
Kerra S.

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by treehugger74 on 3/18/2010 11:04:51 PM

 
 

MOD!!!!!!
Ok so there is a guy i like. i have no clue what his name is. and i don't know which grade he is in either. So one day i made up my mind that i was going to smile at him. but i saw him with another girl. i mean they were just talking but i didn't smile at him. i m not allowed to date and i don't know what i should do. I m always sorta shy in front of guys i like but i act like i m not shy. I don't know what i should say to guys i like or if i should smile at them. i know i can't date and for the time being i don't really even care. but i want to know how to act in front of guys i like.




Well when you like a guy, just act outgoing and nice in front of him. Thats the best way to get the positive attention of a guy. Good luck! xoxo kerra
Kerra S.

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by superstar18 on 3/18/2010 9:47:35 PM

 
 

cool Smile

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by dogluver82 on 3/18/2010 9:31:12 PM

 
 

MOd MOD
ok so i was just wondering, how would i know if i won a contest? would they e-mail me or something?




Yeah, you would get an email. 
Kayla C.

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by annabanana2015 on 3/18/2010 8:22:23 PM

 
 

ATTENTION ALL GIRLS READING THIS!

if ur reading this girl talk column, u obviously care about advice. visit my profile, post me a question(if its super important, put ***** at the top) and ill answer in 3 days, guaranteed. if ur profile isn't publicly visible, i'll answer ur questions on MY profile(NOW WITH 1200 PLUS COMMENTS!!!). thanks! pass it on to ur friends!

~aspiring advice columnist, lauren

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by soccergirl524 on 3/18/2010 7:29:07 PM

 
 

This looks really awesome and so much fun! I want to try this.

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by shastagirl11 on 3/18/2010 7:09:05 PM

 
 

awesome!

i wonder how much $ it is to get the kit thing.

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by partyplaner on 3/18/2010 6:29:35 PM

 
 

That sounds so cool!

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by BannanaJamma on 3/18/2010 6:18:37 PM

 
 

I got to make my own screen printed shirt in my tech. ed. class in 7th grade. I was pretty cool.

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by ash_bash08 on 3/18/2010 5:52:56 PM

 
 

Hey guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!








































MY MOM SELLS WREATHS!!!!















Will you please go to www. adoorablewreathboutique.com














Tell your mom











Your dad












Anyone who you think will be interested!!!!!


















Thanks guys!!!!! (;

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by rosepetal101 on 3/18/2010 5:39:26 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!!!! Where do you get the kit that's in this article????




Here's the website: http://www.simplyscreenonline.com/home.aspx 
Kayla C.

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by Pugglegirl1008 on 3/18/2010 5:39:01 PM

 
 

MOD! How can I wear an oversized t-shirt so it looks cute, not lazy?




Hey Girl, off the shoulder like bringing back the 80s is cute. Another easy way to make it look fashionable is to wear a cute belt to cinch the shirt in at your waist. 
Kayla C.

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by lionkingbabyxx on 3/18/2010 5:35:19 PM

 
 

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by Club Fashion and Beauty on 3/18/2010 5:22:30 PM

 
 

MOD whose modding? it won't show up on the side of my screen Frown




Hey Girl, my name is Kayla C. 
Kayla C.

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by sillyheart17 on 3/18/2010 5:13:15 PM

 
 

Heyy!
Check out my profile under "My Healthy You Profile" for fun polls, quizzes, riddles, contests, and more!!
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Im also available for giving advice on any topic!

~ XxClairexX1187 ~

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by XxClairexX1187 on 3/18/2010 5:07:39 PM

 
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