What better time to transform those old, worn-out jeans into cute, patriotic shorts?! This July 4th is the perfect time to re-purpose denim shorts that are sure to grab the attention of everyone at this year’s cookout or fireworks show. Sccastaneda has a great YouTube tutorial for American flag shorts you’ll love to make as much as you’ll love to show off!
What you’ll need
- Denim shorts
- Painters tape or duct tape
- Napkins or paper towels
- Fabric paint (red, white and blue)
- Paint brush
- Star stickers
- Tweezers
How to create U.S.A. glam
- Apply the tape along the seams of the shorts, making the front side an open canvas
- Place a flat layer of napkins or paper towels inside the shorts to prevent the paint from bleeding through
- Spray a layer of white fabric paint on the front side of the shorts. Use the brush to spread the paint evenly across the fabric
- Let the shorts dry overnight
- Use the tape to create stripes on the right side of the shorts
- Spray red paint on the open denim sections (Spray from directly above to prevent paint from running under the tape). Even out paint with the paint brush
- On the left side, add the star-shaped stickers to the denim
- Spray on blue paint (Spray the paint from directly above)
- If you want to add a vintage look, blot some of the paint with a paper towel while it’s still wet
- Let the shorts dry for 24 hours
- Add any distressing features you like using scissors, razors or tweezers
- Wash separately & enjoy!
