Choose keychains that show places you’ve visited. Find badges based on your favorite cartoons, shows, bands, or just something you think is cute.
Fabric paint, purchased online or from a craft store Colored permanent markers or fabric markers. Make sure the marker is dark enough that you can see it on a backpack. If you can find stencils at your local craft store, then you can apply a cool design with the fabric paint, or even glitter glue! Make your own stencil for a unique design.
Try combining different thicknesses and patterns for visual interest. You can cut out hearts, stars, flowers or alphabet letters from the tape. Foam tape works as well.
You can make your own buttons by decorating plastic objects and super-gluing safety pins to the back.
Try using men’s ties. You can find racks of colorful used ties at many thrift stores, or you can ask your dad for an old tie that he never wears. Glue the ties onto the sides of your backpack, tie them onto the straps, or cut up the fabric to arrange a unique pattern.
For example,if your bag is a light yellow, you might want to go with colors of the warm color scheme. If your bag is blue, choose a cool color scheme. If your bag fabric has a dark shade, use light colors for contrast.
Abstract patterns make your backpack look unique. Pick your favorite cartoon and draw the character from this cartoon. Draw animated faces for a silly look. For plain, simple backpacks, cover the entire pack surface with a pattern. Consider zebra stripes, cheetah spots, or smiley faces.
