Here’s an obvious statement: parents love their children. Ask any parent and they will tell you that their child is unique, special, beautiful, amazing, etc. A mother’s face lights up at the chance to gloat over her baby, and nothing makes a father happier than sharing her child’s accomplishments. A great way for parents to show their pride is to create custom clothing for their babies, toddlers, and young children. No one knows their baby like they do, so instead of buying another onesie at the department store, why not create a custom set that shows off babies individuality?
Using an online custom t-shirt printing company, parents, grandparents, friends, and even siblings can customize bodysuits, hoodies, t-shirts, bibs, blankets, and more. Many sites now feature special effects like glitter or flocking to enhance personal designs. Once a custom t-shirt or accessory has been ordered, it can be further personalized at home with embroidery floss, sequins and a host of extras easily found in craft stores. Here are some great ideas I’ve rounded up for customizing baby clothes.
FOR THE PROUD PARENTS
Parents expect their children to reflect their best qualities, so why not highlight baby’s features with a clever t-shirt or new bib? If the baby is the spitting image of her daddy, why not make a cute t-shirt that says “remove the old block” in a fun, blocky font? Go one step further and ask dad for a T-shirt that simply says “old block.” This idea makes a great gift for Father’s Day or Christmas. Another one of my favorites is “cute like mommy, drools like daddy” which would look perfect on a bib or blanket. Proud parents also enjoy making shirts that show how much they love their baby; it’s so easy to create a personalized “mommy’s favorite girl” or “daddy’s little monkey” t-shirt. New parents can also have fun with t-shirts like “my mom is crazy and she has me to thank” or “I made dad bald like me.”
FOR THE BABY WITH GREAT PERSONALITY
Going back to one of my original points: every child is unique! Whether a baby is smiling and happy, a worm that wiggles, crawls in front of their peers, grabs everything in sight, eats constantly, or whatever, personalized t-shirts can help them express their personality before they even learn the words. to express it themselves. With so many colors and styles of clothing available, creating personalized baby and toddler products can be fun and versatile.
A perfect example is putting the baby in a t-shirt that has a picture of a baby bottle on it and says “I drink until I pass out.” If you’re designing for a cute baby, perhaps a shirt that says “girls dig my chubby thighs” or “lock up your daughters” would be appropriate. Another frustrating, yet funny thing babies do is take their clothes off. If this behavior sounds familiar, perhaps an “I’d Rather Be Naked” T-shirt would make other understanding parents smile. If you constantly have fun with the things your baby does, take a cue from the world of comedy and create a blanket or t-shirt with a microphone that says “thank you, I’ll be here all night!”
FOR THOSE SPECIAL OCCASIONS
One of the easiest ways to personalize baby t-shirts is to remember the “firsts” of all babies: the first Christmas, the first birthday, etc. An organized parent can create custom clothing as little as a week in advance and have it ready for the occasion. Not only will it be fun for baby to have now, but it will also make a fantastic keepsake. When it’s time for the baby to spend their first night away from home, many parents will ask the grandparents to watch them. This is a big step in parenthood and an honor for grandparents, so why not mark the occasion with a personalized t-shirt? A T-shirt that says “favorite grandson” or “grandma’s little angel” would be a sweet surprise and a great way to show appreciation for her.
Another momentous occasion for parents and young children is the addition of another baby. A great way to surprise family members is to make a T-shirt for your child that says “I’m going to be a big sister/brother.” This will make your older son feel special and help him get excited about having a sibling. When you’re ready to make your pregnancy announcement, have your child wear the t-shirt for a fun and unique reveal.
I hope these ideas spark creativity and serve as a starting point for custom garment designs. Babies and toddlers are so much fun, and making custom T-shirts to dress them up can be a great way to show how much you enjoy having them in your life. Happy creating!
