Hand Stamped D.I.Y. Pony Print Dress

Hi there! I made a hand stamped pony print dress this week. It was so much fun and something that you can do on any skill level! The best part is that the end result is a custom dress that's one of a kind! 

To stamp my dress I used this method. If you've never made a foam stamp read this how-to. My pony stamp was pretty large (about 4 inches long) which made the spacing a little bit more tricky. Smaller stamps are definitely easier to work with, plus my dress had pockets to work around! When searching for a dress to stamp, look for something in a solid color that flatters your body. You will want to avoid a lot of ruffles or ruching. Cotton is an easy fabric choice. I picked my dress up at Target! 1. Create your own stamp. You can print out an image from the internet and trace it if you need help illustrating your object. I chose a pony because it reminds me of my grandmother, Corina. 2. Cut your stamp out and mount it if you like. I chose not to mount mine because it was so large, it was easier for me to place it unmounted. 3. Use tape to mark the spacing on your dress where you will be stamping. This will help to make the spacing consistent. 4. Stamp your object using fabric paint. I would brush paint on my stamp before each application. Since my stamp was larger the impression was less perfect so I used a small paint brush to do touch ups along the way! Be sure to let each section dry completely before moving to the next section. Practice makes perfect!  

I'm super happy with the end result. I want to make another one soon with a dachshund and a pug! What kind of stamp do you want to make? XOXO. elsie 

Comments

[Hannah @ Sparrow + Spark!]

LOVE it! Such a great dress! I want one.

[the domestic fringe]

I love this! My daughter would go gaga over it. Never thought of stamping a dress before...very cute.

[Ella P.]

I love it!! :D

[Paper Moon]

so adorable. you are so creative.. i admire you so much. xx

[Tinacious.Me]

this is gorgeous!
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[Vanita]

I think this is my favorite of you DIYs, so cute!
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[Che'Lyssa]

LOOOOOOVE IT!!!

[jacci]

so fab!

i'm thinking about making a cat one :)

[Virgínia]

Baloons!!!! =o)

[Brandy]

HOLY CRAP! I just did this to a white shirt of mine with a boston terrier head stamp I made!! I need to post pics of it soon! This dress is gorgeous as with everything you ladies do. Love it!!

[steffy]

That is awesome! I love octopi, and I really want an octopus shower curtain, but all the ones I see are rather costly. It would be great to get a plain shower curtain to do this to.

[Virgínia]

Oh, and cats, because i love them anda have two =D

[ruthie]

Perfection! I love this muchly.

[Justine {Stop Me if You've Heard This One}]

Ummm hi. you incorporated ponies AND dresses. Two of my favorite things. You should do a whale or a penguin too!

[sha]

such a great idea especially for dresses that seem outdated in our closets....i think i'd like a bicycle stamped dress. thanks for sharing your ideas.

[Britt]

This is so lovely! Want to make one myself!

[Elizabeth]

I love this, I want to do it with unicorns!

[Colleen]

Was gonna make a pillowcase dress for the tot this weekend--she's always wanted a monkey dress, this is a fun way to make that happen :)

[libby]

this is so adorable!!

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[Aracely Campbell]

Super cute!!! Looks great on you :)