Kmart shopper stuns with 'amazing' hack for transforming $4 shirt: 'One of a kind'

Great style doesn't have to break the bank.

Liv Williams
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The plain shirt (left) and a Kmart store front (right).
A savvy Kmart shopper has transformed a plain white shirt into a fashion item. Source: Facebook/Getty

Is there any Kmart item safe from the magic touch of the retailer's thrifty shoppers? It appears not, as a clever Kmart customer has just turned a $4 shirt into a stunning fashion statement that’s wowing fellow shoppers online.

What started as a budget find has been transformed into a unique piece of art, thanks to a little creativity and a few clever hacks. Sharing her $4 Kmart shirt makeover in a Kmart group on Facebook, she explained to her fellow shoppers what she had created.

"Got this shirt for $4 from Kmart. I added some stencil design and love it," she wrote.

The original Kmart shirt (left) and the transformed shirt (right).
A Kmart shopper has given a $4 shirt a stunning transformation. Photo: Facebook

With a dash of artistic flair, she transformed her plain white shirt into something truly extraordinary using only a few easily accessible products. The result? Fashion that’s next-level "stunning".

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Here’s the scoop on how she achieved this fabulous transformation:

  1. Stencil and stain: After grabbing the shirt for a steal, she added a custom stencil design. For the stain, she used Boom Gel Stain, but fabric paint from places like Officeworks, Spotlight, or even Amazon would work just as well. The stencil came from Temu, and the brushes were picked up from Kmart.

  2. DIY tip: To avoid any unwanted mess, she lined the inside of the shirt with baking paper before applying the stain. This trick keeps the design from transferring through and ensures your masterpiece stays clean.

  3. Drying and washing: She let the shirt dry for 24 hours before giving it a cold machine wash. This step makes sure your creation holds its colour and lasts longer.

The paint and brushes used to create the design (left), the stencil (right) and the process of using the stencil to apply the paint.
The shopper turned a basic item into a standout piece using stencils, stain, and some DIY magic. Photos: Facebook

The post, complete with pictures of the dazzling result, has received an outpouring of praise. Comments like “Oh wow!!! That’s so gorgeous!!! I definitely have to try this!” and “Stunning!” flooded the thread, proving that this simple yet effective hack struck a chord with many fashion-forward group members.

Another user gushed, “OMG, this is absolutely beautiful. Well done!” People were not only impressed but also eager to try their hand at an affordable fashion fix of their own.

The original poster even shared that the project was easier than it looked, suggesting, “Honestly, it was pretty simple. I would practice on scrap paper first, but anyone can do it.”

Red flowers drawn on the shirt using a stencil.
The process involved using a stencil from Temu to create the motif. Photos: Facebook

One commenter summed it up perfectly: “Beautiful and looks more than a $4 shirt, now one of a kind!”

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So, if you’re looking for a fun and affordable way to jazz up your wardrobe, take a cue from this DIY pro. Grab a plain shirt, some stencils, and fabric paint, and get ready to make your own fashion statement. Who knew that a little creativity could turn a budget find into a wardrobe standout?

May your DIY adventures be as fabulous as this Kmart shirt glow up!

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