Abstract Dot Art Sweater with 3D Dot Paint

Looking for a fun way to add a pop of color to your clothing? Check out this abstract dot art DIY from Craft Box Girls! Learn how to use Tulip 3D Dot Paint to create a colorful sweater that’s dotted with a fun rainbow design. Tulip 3D Dot Paint makes this colorful project super easy to try— its self-rounding formula will create perfectly round dots with every squeeze!

What you need:

Tulip 3D Dot Paint

White or light-colored sweater

Cardstock

Pencil

Scissors

Tape

Step 1: Place stencil onto sweater

Before you get started on this dot art DIY, wash and dry the sweater that you’ll be using for this project. Do not use fabric softener. Lay the clean sweater flat on your work surface. Outline and cut an abstract squiggle stencil from cardstock. Place the stencil onto the sweater and tape the stencil into place.

Step 2: Apply dot paint along the stencil

Begin painting your dot art rainbow! Start by applying red dot paint, following along the stencil as a guide. For best results, hold the dot paint tube directly vertical with the tip just above the project surface. Gently squeeze the paint until desired sized paint dot is achieved. (Note: paint dots will shrink slightly in size once dry.) Release pressure on paint tube and pull straight upward without tilting.

Step 3: Continue applying dot paint in a rainbow pattern

Repeat with your remaining dot paint colors, moving the stencil as needed. Once you’ve finished applying your dot art designs in every color of the rainbow, allow the paint to dry flat for at least 24 hours.

Step 4: Wear your rainbow dot art sweater

Your abstract dot art sweater is now ready to wear! Fabric can be washed (turned inside out) after 72 hours. This playful rainbow design is a great way to add vibrant 3D color to your wardrobe!

How will you use 3D dot paint to add color to your wardrobe? Show us your wearable dot art designs and tag us on social media @TulipColorCrafts!