The Badge Archive

Activity Description: Scouts turn one of their finished art pieces into a custom product using a digital image.

• Fulfills Step 5 of GSUSA Brownie Art and Design badge requirements.
• Fulfills Step 5 of GSUSA Junior Art and Design badge requirements.

Info Needed: Scouts should understand that sharing art helps others learn about their ideas and creativity.

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Items Needed:

• Scout’s completed artwork
• A phone or scanner to take a clear photo or digital copy of the art
• (Optional) Access to a computer or tablet with internet connection
• (Optional) Help from an adult to upload the image and place an order

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 15–25 min per art piece):

1. Choose an art piece (2–3 min)
   • Each scout selects one of their finished artworks to turn into a custom item.
2. Take a photo or scan the art (5–7 min per art piece)
   • Use a phone or scanner to create a clear digital image of the artwork.
   • Save the image to a device that can access the internet.
3. Pick a product and upload the art (10–15 min per art piece)
   • With adult help, visit a print-on-demand website and upload the image.
   • Choose a product to customize. Some fun options include:
     • T-shirts
     • Tote bags
     • Mugs
     • Stickers
     • Notebooks
     • Puzzles
     • Posters
4. (Optional) Share or gift the item (3–5 min)
   • Scouts can keep their custom item, give it as a gift, or display it at a troop event.

Websites That Print Custom Art

• Printful – Offers clothing, accessories, and home décor
• Printify – Connects to many product types and stores
• Redbubble – Popular for stickers, shirts, and art prints
• Shopify – Print on Demand company.
• Zazzle – Great for personalized gifts and school supplies