No Sew Art Smock DIY Tutorial (includes template)

This easy No Sew Art Smock DIY is perfect for keeping you little artist’s clothes protected.  It also is fun to decorate with different shapes and cut outs to make is unique and fun to wear.  These smocks are perfect for parties where little ones are crafting and painting.

For this project you will need:

2-3 Oly*Fun Craft Packs (I like to use 3 for color variety – you can get about 2 smocks from a pack – the colors in this tutorial are Kiwi, Orchid and Sea Green.)

Fleece Fun’s Free template (see below)

Rotary Cutter, Ruler and Mat

Low Temp Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks

Die cutter or circular cutter

No Sew Art Smock DIY Video Tutorial

No Sew Art Smock DIY Tutorial

Step 1 – Cut out pieces to the smock

You will need to assemble the pattern.  For instructions on how to assemble the pattern click here.

With the fabric folded in half.  Place the template on the fabric with the correct side on the fold.  

Cut out the template.

Open the smock up to the neck hole is at the top.

Step 2 – Cut the ties and decorations

Cut 4 strips that are 1 inch wide by 10 inches long.

Cut 2 strips that are 1/2 inch by 10 inches long

Cut out circles or other shapes to decorate the smock.

Step 3 – Bring te no sew art smock all together

Cut a slit that is about 4 inches long at the back of the neck.

Glue on the two 1/2 inch ties to either side of the top of the slit.

Just below the arm curve glue the 1 inch ties to either side of the smock to tie the sides.  When using the hot glue gun only a little glue is necessary

Step 4 – Decorate the smock

Using the glue gun, adhere cut outs to the front of the smock to decorate.

Download the Pattern Below: