How to Paint Bathing Suits

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Create your design using Microsoft paint.

   Make it bold for easy translation onto a T-shirt.
   
   Measure the size, so it is big enough or small enough for your bathing suit.
   
   Most people use 10x10 pixels for the average size bathing suit.
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   Step 2: Print and save your design under monochrome bitmap.

   Print out your design with all of the colors in place.
   
   Then, save it.
   
   This will change the design to black and white.
   
   Also, the edges may blur.
   
   So work with Microsoft Paint to correct it. , Is it the right size? Will the design look nice? Go back to Microsoft Paint and alter your image as necessary. , Pull it tight.
   
   Enlist the help of a friend if you need to. , Trace it using a dressmaker's pencil.
   
   Make sure it’s visible.
   
   Your embroidery hoop should encompass the entire design. , With a brush, paint glue around the borders of the design.
   
   This glue will not transfer to your bathing suit.
   
   It will only act as a border.
   
   After you finish painting on the glue, let it dry. , It will keep paint from transferring through from one side to another.
   
   It will also help keep your bathing suit flat and straight. , Use a medium-size brush.
   
   Be sure to do it in a well-ventilated area and on a flat surface.
   
   Then let it dry according to the instructions on the paint box. ,
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   Step 3: Lay your image over your bathing suit.

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   Step 4: Cut a piece of nylon and place it over your embroidery hoop.

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   Step 5: Place your embroidery hoop over the design.

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   Step 6: Turn over your embroidery hoop.

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   Step 7: Place a wooden board inside your bathing suit.

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   Step 8: Paint your design.

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   Step 9: After it's dry

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    Step 10: go to the beach or pool and flaunt your new custom swimsuit!

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