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Clothing studs and spikes are both fun and easy to use. They give items a unique style and edge. Clothing studs come in many sizes and have several attachment types. Self-Perforating Clothing studs with self-perforating backs are a common attachment type. Simply place the stud where you wish and push the rear spikes through all…

My daughter requested a new unicorn backpack for starting first grade. The full-sized backpack by Upstroke Studio has a good-sized main compartment with plenty of room for her binder, notebook, and a spare jacket. The front pocket holds her emergency snack (hoping she doesn’t get hangry for her teacher), but it will probably be more…

Splatter is a simple, fun, and messy style. Honestly, the mess may be why it’s so fun! Traditional spray paints, fabric spray paints, and airbrushes distribute an even layer of paint. Spray cans and brushes aren’t designed for a grungy splatter effect. That’s okay, there’s a simple hack for that. Wash First, as always, wash…

At Upstroke Studio the most common fabric you will paint on is polyester. Polyester is a synthetic thermoplastic made from a chemical reaction involving petroleum, air, and water. The plastic fibers in polyester are strong and hydrophobic, meaning they do not absorb water and resist staining. Not all paints will adhere to those plastic fibers.…

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