By
eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Tulle Ribbon
- Golf Shirts
- Fabric Paints
- Paper Towels
Step1
Purchase a solid-colored polo or golf shirt in Dad's size. The shirt should be cotton or a polyester-cotton blend.
Step2
Select fabric paints in colors that will match the shirt. Use at least two different colors to provide contrast. Paint that comes in a squeeze bottle is easiest to use and creates the least mess.
Step3
Draw your design on paper first to perfect it. One great design includes a face or stick figure for each child with the words "Dad's Caddies" written across the top (or "Grandpa's Caddies" for a grandfather). Use other designs that appeal to you.
Step4
Plan where you will place the words and pictures before painting.
Step5
Place the shirt on a flat surface and smooth out all the wrinkles.
Step6
Let the children help. Each child can make his or her own face or stick person.
Step7
Paint the words and pictures on the shirt.
Step8
Allow the shirt to dry overnight and keep little fingers from poking at the paint.
Step9
Wrap the shirt and proudly present it to Dad for a terrific surprise.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 If Dad has to wear a tie for work, have the kids decorate a tie. Keep it low key and fairly subtle. He'll be proud to show it off to co-workers and clients.