Think you have to have special tool like a circuit to make fun kids shirts? Nope, think again. So many shirts I see you have to make with a circuit. And while that’s great, I’m not a huge fan of the circuit and I gave mine away. I do love designing different products though. Which is why I love Zazzle.
I’ve created festive Halloween shirts for kids that you can make with the files below. I’m going to show you how. These aren’t meant to be costumes, but can be great for fall photos, school parties and more.
Plus, since Halloween will be here before we know it, I’m giving away free files as a special treat. Head down to the bottom of the post for the free downloads.
Halloween Shirts for Kids
Why Zazzle?
First things first, you might be wondering what the heck Zazzle is. Well, Zazzle is a online marketplace where you can design all sorts of fun things. They have shirts, home decor, and so much more. I love it for making things that just take to long to make myself. See, I design and print in my own home shop, but making pillows, etc, not something I do. However, I love to design, clearly, so I love that I can put my designs on all sorts of fun things. Which is what I’ve done below.
This post is dedicated to Halloween shirts for kids, but really, you can put them on anything. I’m going to show you how in just 10 steps.
Steps to Create Halloween Shirts for Kids
First download the freebies at the bottom of the page and save them to your phone or computer.
- Open Zazzle (www.zazzle.com)
- Head to “Create your own” in the upper left corner
- You’ll see there are a lot of options to create, but for this purpose, I’m choosing the kids t-shirt.
- Decide on a color. This can be important before adding files. Some of the files are white and therefore won’t show up on white shirts (and some are all black, so you get the idea)
- Now it’s time to make it yours! So choose the “add images” button.
- Once you do step #5, you’ll be taken to a screen to upload the images
- Upload the free files you’ve already downloaded and saved to your phone or computer
- When you upload the graphics, they will all be in the editing screen. Therefore, I do recommend uploading one at a time. You can now easily move around the graphic how you’d like.
- Finally, add some text! This is just as easy as adding a graphic. Change fonts, colors, and size of text all in the editor.
- Once you’re happy with it, you’ll hit the “done” button in the upper right hand corner.
That’s it! Now all you need to do is add to cart and check out. I’m sharing all the graphics below that I used to create shirts in this exact way below. Don’t forget to download them at the bottom of the page. Also, if you love free graphics, then be sure to also check out the fall props I gave a way a couple weeks ago as well.
10 Free Halloween Files
Now that you know how to make the shirts on Zazzle, now it’s time to discuss the free goodies. Also, if you’re not sure you want to start from scratch yet on Zazzle, maybe you’re a newbie, that’s okay. I’ve done that for you too! I’ve got 10 shirts below ready for your personalization. I’ve also included screenshots to show you how to personalize them so you don’t have to start from scratch.
1. Pumpkin Spice
First up, we can’t really talk about fall and not mention pumpkins and pumpkin spice. Personally, I love pumpkin bread, scones, etc. I’m not one of those people who hate when Starbucks starts selling their fall items. It’s never really too soon to me. Thats why my first shirt is one for a “little miss pumpkin spice”.
2. Zombie
Next up, this design was inspired by the little boys in my header picture. I did a pumpkin patch photoshoot with them last year and I loved their little shirts. I felt the need to create my own.
3. Candy Corn
I love, love, love candy corn. If someone gave me a box full of candy corn, I’d be so happy. However, I also know that candy corn is a controversial candy and not all people like it, so I guess you could say it’s a trick or a treat. Thus, the shirt below.
4. Black Cat
Next up is the design with the cat. Since it says “too cute to spook”, I love it on baby clothes.
5. Ghosts
Another classic Halloween character is the ghost. I definitely had to go the route of using the word “boo” on this design. However, you don’t have to keep it. That’s the beauty of Zazzle.
6. Mummy
There’s apparently great debate about mummies vs. zombies and whether or not they are the same thing. The Big Bang has had discussions regarding this very question. From a design standpoint, they are very different. Therefore I feel they are owed their own category. I really love the idea of this design for a baby outfit because of the phrase “my mummy loves me.” It would make a great baby shower gift for fall baby.
7. Spider
Spiders are super creepy but that’s what makes them great for Halloween, right?
8. Bat
For this one, I had to go with the “bat attitude”. I love a good play on words and I just could not resist (#sorrynotsorry).
9. Witch Hat & Feet
I love this saying for this year. It’s been a rough one, so witch had better have my candy!
10. Bonus Candy Corn
As I said before, I do love candy corn. That’s why I’ve included a bonus candy corn design. These little dancing guys are too fun.
The Only “Tools” You Need to Make Fun Shirts!
This whole post has been dedicated on free files. You can download all the designs by signing up below. Let me know in the comments what your favorite one is, I’d love to know!
Hi, I’m Jamie, and I have two great loves: creating and traveling. I’m a blogger, designer, photographer who would love to help you enjoy life’s special moments or, what I like to call life’s “journeys”. From parties to vacations, I’m here to make them beautiful and easy. I provide the tools you need to plan, celebrate, and remember, without all the hassle. Contact me for custom orders and collaborations. When I’m not creating or traveling, you’ll find me at a yoga studio or with my nose in a book and cat on my lap. Read more about me!