First, pre - wash your garment without using fabric softener. Then, hold the tip of the bottle against the fabric surface and squeeze the bottle to apply the paint. Let it dry for 24 hours. After 72 hours, you can wash the fabric, but remember to turn it inside out. Keep in mind that this product is not for kids under 36 months because the packaging has small parts that can be a choking risk. Also, it's not a toy. Since the paint can stain, make sure to protect your clothes and the working surface.