DIY Autograph Pillowcase for Summer Camp: Create Memories to Last a Lifetime

Help your child make memories to keep with a DIY pillowcase for their summer camp friends to sign!

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To make a summer camp autograph pillowcase you need a pillowcase, HTV, scissors, & an iron.

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I've created 2 pillowcase designs that you can use for your son or daughter. Just click on the Design Space link in the full post!

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Cut & weed the HTV design to place on the pillowcase.

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Place the weeded design on the pillowcase & a piece of wax paper over it.

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Press down with a hot iron for 30 seconds. Allow the pillowcase to cool, then remove the adhesive paper.

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That's it! Your DIY autograph summer camp pillowcase is complete!

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Send your child to camp with a Sharpie (or several colors) to have their friends sign messages on the pillowcase like a yearbook!

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Pop in a pillow & kiss your baby boy or girl goodbye for the week! When they come home they'll have a memory of their summer camp friends to keep forever!

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Pack for camp right the first time w/ my summer camp essentials free printable checklist available in the full post!

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Plus, create the perfect summer camp care package w/ my "how to" guide & free printables, available in the full post!

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Head over & pin the tutorial for later! Follow me on Pinterest for new ideas daily!

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Summer Camp Care Package Ideas w/ Free Printables

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