We Just Can't Wait to RUN With Disney's New 'Lion King' DIY!

This summer, runDisney’s Summer Virtual Series is themed to Disney’s The Lion King! Participants run in three virtual 5K races throughout the summer and receive a Lion King-themed medal for each!

runDisney released a new Lion King DIY that you’ll want to try if you’re running the races or even just need a new accessory for a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

Here’s what you need to know to make this wildly stylish accessory!

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 a regular cutting board will also work)
Iron-on vinyl
Non-slip headband in the color of your choice
Weeding tool, scraper, and scissors
Ironing board and iron

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.

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.

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.

With 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! Good luck to all the 2021 Virtual Series runners!