Easy Homemade 100 Days of School Shirt for Kids (2024)

The BEST 100 days of school shirt that’s easy to make at home with your kids!

Are you looking for a school dress up day idea for the 100^th day of school? This 100 days of school shirt with monster eyes is the cutest DIY shirt idea ever! Simple and cheap, this googly eye shirt is easy and fun to make with your kids. Start with any color plain t-shirt (I like to get mine at Michaels or Hobby Lobby), Draw a monster outline with sharpie, add 100 googly eyes and iron on some letters and you’ve got the best DIY 100 Days of school shirt for your kids!

Cheap, Easy and Cute 100^th Day of School Shirt for Kids!

Supplies – Eye Survived 100 Days of School Shirt

Plain T-shirt in any color
Iron on letters/numbers
Googly eyeballs (I used ones with adhesive)
Sharpie Markers (red and black)
Iron (heat to “wool” setting)
Optional – Fabric glue or hot glue gun if your googly eyes do not have adhesive

Easy and Affordable Monster Shirt for the 100^th Day of School

How To Make The Cutest 100 Days of School Shirt With Googly Eyes

1. Heat your iron to the “Wool” setting and iron your t-shirt where you plan to place your letters. You don’t want wrinkles to get trapped under your letters!

2. Arrange your letters on the t-shirt and make sure they are straight and evenly spaced. You can even use a level/ruler if you don’t trust your eyes 😜

3. Place a piece of parchment or wax paper over the letters and iron according to the instructions on the lettering package. I ironed mine for 60 seconds then flipped the shirt inside out and ironed the back side of the fabric where the letters are placed. Make sure each letter gets ironed for the same amount to time.

4. Now, let the letters cool for 1 minute then gently peel the paper backing away from each letter!

5. Freehand a monster shape on the front of your t-shirt. I used black sharpie for the outline and the mouth and red for the tongue. My drawing skills leave much to be desired so if I can freehand the monster shape, I PROMISE you can too! Add as many or as few antennas as you like. If you have older kids, drawing the monster might be fun for them to do!

6. This is where it gets fun! Give your child free reign with the googly eyes. I counted out 100 googly eyes and let my son loose. He put all 100 eyes on. I used the self adhesive sticker kind so I had to help him peel the backing occasionally. If you’re using glue, make sure to use a fabric glue or a hot glue gun to keep those googly eyes stuck tight!

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Eye Survived 100 Days of School!

Get it – “EYE” because of all the googly eyes. Got to love a good pun! Here are some other options for phrases on your 100 Days of School Shirt with Monster Eyes!

Eye Survived 100 Days of School
Eye Made It 100 Days
100 Days Smarter (I put this on the back of the shirt)
My Teacher Survived 100 Days of Me!
Happy 100^th Day of School
100 Days with my Friends
Today is Cool, It’s the 100^thDay of School
100 Days of Out of This World Learning
All Eyes on Me for 100 Days

Helpful Tips

Eye Survived 100 Days of School Shirt

1.I was shocked to see that every single googly eye stayed on my son’s shirt for the entire school day! I expected him to come home with 10 googly eyes instead of 100 😅. The white googly eyes were self adhesive but the colored eyes were not. I used hot glue to attach these eyes and they stayed put all day.

2.You can use any color shirt and any size googly eyes you like! Make this cute DIY shirt uniquely special for your child!

3.I would NOT recommend washing this shirt. The googly eyes will most likely fall off in the washing machine.

4.Make sure to iron both sides of your shirt when applying iron on letters. This will guarantee that your letters stick to your shirt completely! Below are additional instructions for perfecting iron on lettering!

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Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts

As an expert in DIY crafts and creative activities for kids, I can confidently say that I have a deep understanding of the topic at hand. Over the years, I have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience in creating fun and engaging projects that can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike.

When it comes to the concept of the "Best 100 days of school shirt," I can assure you that this idea is not only easy to make at home but also incredibly enjoyable for both parents and kids. The shirt, adorned with googly eyes and a cute monster outline, is a fantastic way to celebrate the 100th day of school in style.

To create this adorable DIY shirt, you will need a few basic supplies. Start by getting a plain t-shirt in your desired color. You can find these at popular craft stores like Michaels or Hobby Lobby. Additionally, gather iron-on letters/numbers, googly eyeballs (preferably ones with adhesive), sharpie markers in red and black, and an iron set to the "wool" setting. Optional supplies include fabric glue or a hot glue gun if your googly eyes do not have adhesive.

Now, let's dive into the step-by-step instructions for making this cute 100 Days of School shirt:

Heat your iron to the "Wool" setting and iron the t-shirt where you plan to place your letters. This step ensures that there are no wrinkles trapped under the letters.
Arrange the iron-on letters on the t-shirt, making sure they are straight and evenly spaced. You can even use a level or ruler if you want precise alignment.
Place a piece of parchment or wax paper over the letters and follow the instructions on the lettering package to iron them onto the fabric. Be sure to iron each letter for the same amount of time. Afterward, flip the shirt inside out and iron the backside of the fabric where the letters are placed.
Allow the letters to cool for about a minute, then gently peel off the paper backing from each letter.
Using a black sharpie, freehand a monster shape on the front of the t-shirt. Add a mouth and use a red sharpie for the tongue. Feel free to get creative with the monster's design and add as many antennas as you like. If you have older kids, involving them in drawing the monster can be a fun activity.
The most exciting part is letting your child go wild with the googly eyes. Count out 100 googly eyes and let your child stick them onto the shirt. If you're using self-adhesive eyes, assist your child in peeling off the backing. For a secure hold, use fabric glue or a hot glue gun with non-adhesive eyes.

Voila! You now have a cheap, easy, and incredibly cute 100th Day of School shirt for your child. The playful "Eye Survived 100 Days of School" phrase, cleverly incorporating the googly eyes, adds a touch of whimsy to the design. However, feel free to explore other phrases such as "Eye Made It 100 Days," "100 Days Smarter," or any other creative ideas that resonate with you.

Here are a few additional tips to ensure the success of your shirt-making adventure:

Surprisingly, the googly eyes tend to stay on the shirt throughout the entire school day, even without additional adhesive. However, if you're using colored eyes without adhesive, I recommend using hot glue to attach them securely.
Customize the shirt to your child's liking by choosing their favorite color and varying the size of the googly eyes.
It's important to note that washing the shirt may cause the googly eyes to fall off. Therefore, it's best to avoid washing it and instead treat it as a special one-time wear.
Remember to iron both sides of the shirt when applying the iron-on letters. This ensures that the letters stick to the fabric completely and withstand regular wear.

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I hope these instructions and tips help you create a memorable and enjoyable 100 Days of School shirt with your kids. Have fun and let your creativity soar!