This summer, runDisney’s Summer Virtual Series is inspired by The Lion King! Participants run in three virtual 5K races and receive a Lion King-themed medal for each!
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If you’re running the races — or just need a new accessory for a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom — you’ll want to check out this new Lion King DIY headband that runDisney released in preparation for the virtual series!
Here’s what you need to know to make this stylish accessory!
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What You’ll Need:
- runDisney’s Lion King-inspired art
- Craft Cutter (like a Cricut machine or even just an X-Acto knife!)
- 12″ x 12″ cutting mat (but honestly, a regular cutting board will also work)
- Iron-on vinyl
- Non-slip headband the color of your choice
- Weeding tool, scraper, and scissors
- Ironing board and iron
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Instructions:
Step 1: Download the Lion King art from the link above and print it out.
Step 2: Using your Cricut machine or other craft cutter, cut the vinyl in the pattern of the art.
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Step 3: Stick the vinyl to the cutting mat, shiny side down.
Step 4: Peel off the extra vinyl, using your weeding tool.
Step 5: Lay down your headband on the ironing board and arrange the vinyl design where you want it to be on the headband.
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Step 6: Using a towel or some extra fabric, cover the vinyl and place the hot iron on top. Iron for 30 to 45 seconds on the non-steam setting.
Step 7: Remove the iron, peel off the backing from the vinyl, and check to make sure the pattern has stuck well!
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Now that you have your new Lion King headband, you’re ready for the next 5K race or a trip to see the Festival of the Lion King Show at Animal Kingdom! Keep following DFB for more Disney DIYs!
Good luck to all the 2021 Virtual Series runners!!
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