Step 1
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Tennis Racket Chair Swag Step 1a, Cut felt stencil with scissors.
Cut Letters From Printer Paper
Using scissors, cut the collegiate type font letters from paper for use as stencils. Tip: The two letters are used for a layered, shadow effect. When choosing proper sizes, it's best to stick with a size of 8 inches tall for the back letter and 7-1/2 inches tall for the front letter. This will create a properly proportioned shadow effect.
Step 2
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Tennis Racket Chair Swag Step 2a, Trace Letter Stencil onto Felt
Trace Stencils to Felt, Then Cut
Once stencils have been cut from paper, trace the silhouettes of the letters directly to felt. Lay the felt onto the cutting mat, then cut to size using craft knife.
Step 3
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Fuse Front and Back Felt Letters
Adhere the front and back felt letters together by adding a bead of hot glue along the back of the front letter using glue gun. Then press the two letters together firmly.
Step 4
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Tennis Racket Chair Swag Step 4a, Attach the felt letter to tennis racket.
Attach Letters to Rackets
Position the two-part felt letter in the center of the racket, then keep it firmly held in place with adhesive gum.
Step 5
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Tennis Racket Chair Swag Step 4b, Attach racket to the back of chair.
Secure Racket to Chair
Lastly, secure the racket to the back of the chair by tying the top of the racket to the top of the chair with nylon string.
Step 6
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Collegiate Style Baby Shower Tennis Racket Chair Backs
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