Can You Transfer Photos/ Graphics Using An Inkjet Printer?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

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[@betpark5263]

Hi can you do to DIY printing to tshirt form laser jet printer and ink jet printer

[@karenwebster6274]

I love the vintage look of the InkJet Transfer

[@sac4939]

I have learned so much from you. I did a colored inkjet graphic on a crackled paint, of course learning the glue method from you! I did on a thrifted $1 bread board. First time trying, going out of the gate full force! It turned out lovely!!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Oh Wow!! Thats a big job for first time! Glad it worked out well :)

[@FijiRoots]

Thanks for the video. Here's a tip if you don't have a laserjet printer: you can get photocopies at a local FedEx Office. That's what I do and it's really inexpensive especially if you do b&w prints.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes that’s a great tip for anybody that does not have a laser jet printer thanks for watching

[@sandrasanders9290]

Thank you for showing the difference!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Sandra

[@juliesjourney1028]

How serendipitous that you uploaded a graphic transfer video today. I also uploaded a graphic transfer video today - it's my first ever video! And you and the channel Fix This Build That are responsible for my discovery. I was using both your methods, and in a rush, accidentally combined them. When I peeled back the paper, I couldn't believe my eyes! A perfect, easy, mess-free transfer. I made the video just so I could share it with you, as I've watched so many of your videos on the topic. Thanks for taking the time to share your skills with us all. It's greatly appreciated.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Well I just watched your video! What a genius idea. I need to get a wood burning tool and give it a go! Also the video was excellent and very informative . Really great for your first ( don't watch my first ones lol!!!) Keep making them and thanks for the inspiration Julie

[@juliesjourney1028]

@@OurUpcycledLife Thank you so much for the kind words.! I know you don't cricut - but do you have one of their heat presses or something similar? I have a knock-off brand mini heat press I got on amazon, the one that's like 4 inches big, and I also use it to make the transfers when I'm making larger items. I have some footage using it, so maybe I'll throw together another vid. And now that I'm thinking about it, if the mini heat press works at only 215 degrees, I bet your household iron would work also. Just like an iron on transfer on fabric. Dang-it, now I have something else I have to try! If you try it, please make a video because it will be so much better than mine!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have used a large iron doing the same process but hard to get into small spots! I love the wood burning tool idea and I just ordered one! I’ll keep you updated

[@vincevonderheyden7887]

Especially for an antique or used look, the inkjet result appears much more authentic. Top it off with a matt clear coat from the spray can and the overall look is radiant without looking like new.

[@dixiecat666]

I prefer the ink jet , looks more aged . The laser In my opinion for something more up to date . As I have ink jet then going to give it a try . Many thanks for an informative, easy to follow tutorial .

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes both have different looks But the inkjet can be a little bit tricky so you just have to practice

[@glendaknight1496]

Thank you for demonstrating both techniques. It is very helpful and I think I am ready to give it a try with my ink jet printer.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Have fun! Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Glenda

[@kerrygould6676]

Thanks so much for this video, was so good being able to see the comparison

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@christinetremblay2353]

Thank you Deidre for these info, I'm shopping right now to purchase a laser jet printer, guess we will be doing some signs this coming weekend. Take care, keep having fun crafting and stay safe !

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You are so welcome!! You will love it!

[@TwoSeniors]

An interesting option when wanting a laser jet printed page… many libraries have a laser printer so you can take your computer there and print off at the library, for a small fee (depending on one’s library). Or, some companies will let you print on their laser jet printer for a small fee. For example, my husband’s work has a laser jet printer and he can print off graphics for me for 10 cents a page. Nice options.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Great tips!! Thanks for sharing Sue

[@PattyPaints]

I wonder if you sprayed the blank sheet of paper with sealer before printing, then sprayed again after printing, if it would encapsulate the inkjet ink and make it more vibrant and more workable? 🤔

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Hmmm! I wonder also! Certainly worth a try. If you do let me know how it works out :)

[@MaryDeLisle-z2g]

Thank you!! You are always very helpful!! Love your videos!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You are so welcome!

[@tootsie2]

Thank you for this! I'm thinking of using a xerox copier at church for my black prints.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Great idea!!

[@sabriciastrandhagen7099]

Your video was very helpful. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed

[@jojoe2409]

I like to the inkjet sign because it looks more aged and rustic.

[@TJ-mu6ud]

This was super helpful! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrsAllum1]

I saw/heard/read something about spraying the graphic with hair spray to prevent the inkjet ink from smearing?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Not with this technique

[@taramarion3301]

Very helpful!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello Tara how are you doing?

[@mrs.h3166]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS !!! Question, do you seal these with mod podge? Thank you

[@simonepyle3931]

Great tip. Thanks

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Simone

[@thechickincharge1073]

I do have a question still! I print on tissue paper a lot and always let dry then spray with matte sealer (2 coats), let dry then apply to whatever I am working on. This keeps my inkjet ink from smearing and works perfectly! I am wondering if I do that for graphics applied on wood maybe it would looks crisper like the laser jet ink does..?!?! Ever tried it?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Do you mean doing the reverse process and sealing with a matte sealer first? I have never tried that so would be worth a go.

[@thechickincharge1073]

@@OurUpcycledLife I was thinking to seal the paper first so when it transfers there might be a more crisp less gray look. It is always worth a go, isn’t it? Might be a game changer for those of us who don’t have a laser jet printer!😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yea I would certainly try it!! Let me know how you make out

[@angiew4544]

​@The Chick In Charge did you ever try it ?

[@agiagata945]

Great tutorial thank you😅 If I may ask - I use laser printer and gel medium (liquitex)and some transfers are good and some hazy, with white film, but I cant rub off paper more because I will loose oicture on wood. Do you know maybe how to avoid this?😢

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have not used that product enough to know what works well my go to is always mod podge

[@debrabell2604]

very helpful. thank you for all your tips😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Debra

[@jenbouffard5068]

Hello I tried to do this but the red ink smudge even after spraying it with hairspray do you have another way besides hairspray to make it not run? Thanks😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

No I don’t some inkjets just don’t work all that well and always smear unfortunately

[@sunshinelifeco]

For the ink jet should you bake it to help get the ink to set? I have done it without and had a little ink run but nothing that some touch paint couldn't fix. Trying to see though if setting the ink in the over would help.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I don’t think using it for this process would help if you put it in the oven some inkjet printers just work better than others for not running so if yours is working out pretty good you are fortunate

[@sunshinelifeco]

@@OurUpcycledLife I have an Epson Eco-Tank so it doesn't run to much and what does run I use qtips to get the smears off then hand paint over the whole design. Just wasn't sure if you had tested it to see if it could help me save time and eliminate those steps.

[@sussextoni]

Really helpful, thank you for the comparison x

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful Toni thanks for watching

[@denisewright4778]

A really informative video! Thanks so much!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Denise

[@NicoRedelinghuys]

It looks great! But I think the inkjet's final product suits the "antique" look a little better. The laserjet looks great if a person is not aiming for a shabby chic or "recycled" look, right?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes depends on what you trying to achieve

[@Vexing_Sobriquet]

can you only do black and white? no color?

[@luisitofundales3817]

very informative, Thanks for sharing.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@leemager128]

Deidre, have you made or cut raw tree branches for transferring images to? If you have, do you dry the wafer before transferring? or transfer when it's still green. I love this idea and thought of gifting these as Christmas ornaments. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge! Merry Christmas!

[@karinehervy2724]

I love your tutorials! If I want to transfer a photo printed with an inkjet printer, do I need to put it in the oven for 10mn at 200? I've seen this in another tutorial. THanks!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

No not if your doing a transfer

[@kdsrbaldwin4621]

I have 2 questions about this: 1) can I take prints to my local UPS store & make copies on a laser copier? & 2) I have a simple Brother Laser Printer that we use as a standalone copier because software is too glitchy & slow. Can I do similar thing by printing graphic on my inkjet & then copying on the Brother laser printer?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes to both questions. Anything printed on a laser jet will work

[@kdsrbaldwin4621]

@@OurUpcycledLife yay! thank you!

[@janettespiers4242]

Thanks I have an ink jet printer good information!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Janette

[@jeanharding517]

Thank you

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You're welcome Jean! Thanks for watching

[@barbrarowe6395]

Thank you so much!! Next question... sorry... laser printers seem 2 only print in b&w unless they go up in price? Do you know of 1 you would recommend?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you can but colour laser printers are expensive! I only have a black ink lase jet and this is mine: amzn.to/3acMtD8

[@sheilatownsend2806]

can you use a heat gun to speed uo the drying time ?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I find it doesn’t work as well

[@janakrasenska1383]

Amazing! Thank you 👍🌸☺️

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Welcome 😊

[@janakrasenska1383]

@@OurUpcycledLife 😘

[@DonnaFrye-ye4kb]

So it is possible to use this method for a colored print?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Certainly

[@lifeeventslegalplan]

Are there any pads that you can use to remove the paper other than your fingers? Thanks!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I like too use my fingers best. You can use a cloth but it is hard to feel if you have all the paper off

[@mycatzluvme2]

How do you resize your photos to print for a specific size? I am needing a program to be able to print a photo in INCHES so I can print it the exact size I need. I don’t have a paint program on my iPad, if I do I can’t find it. I have several photo editing programs but none of them have inches, only pixels!! I am wanting to start decoupaging with photos and I need to be able to make each photo a specific size. Thank you.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

This video will help you out kzbin.info/www/bejne/jV6bo6Nois-qiZo

[@mycatzluvme2]

Thank you!!

[@ralphtamez5492]

When transferring a photo is that using photo paper or reg typing paper

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Regular paper

[@carlabarberi5185]

Replay. What kind of paper do you use Mine the print comes through. Thank you 💕

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’m using just cheap regular computer paper

[@carlabarberi5185]

That's what I'm using but my copy comes through when I modpodge. Should that be💕💕

[@mary-annecancilla7956]

Hi Deidre, I use a Laser Printer and I don’t have any issues rubbing off the paper and have done many wood signs with awesome results. The only problem I sometimes have is that there is a cloudy film of paper left behind… I slightly dampen it again, only slightly and some more comes off but not all. I find when I put a coat of PolyCrylic over top, it helps… but, Is there any way around this?

[@lorettalee4029]

I have the same issue, might be my OCD 😂. I cut as close as I can to the graphic before I use modpodge so it’s not so cloudy around the edges.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You sometimes can have that happen and it might be the paper you are using. Try and find the cheapest thinnest paper. the less you have to rub off the better. I jsut do really smaller sections when it still is cloudy like that a dip my fingers in a dish of water and work at it. All else fails yes poly will take alot of that away. Thanks for watching Mary-Anne

[@mrs.p.8065]

How much is laser printer ink and how long does it last? Thanks!

[@debiegordon3787]

ThanQ 🌻🌻🌻

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Debie

[@MissyToddKiana]

Hi Deidre! Absolutely love this! Not sure if you will see this since this video was recorded a while back, but does wood “require” the chalk paint? I have wanted to try this on some mahogany I recently came across- and did not want to paint it. I just figured the ink would seep into the wood grain even better; but no? So thankful for all your ideas and insight! Learning so much!! Missy (in Jacksonville, FL)❤️

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes it does!

[@wandathefam621]

I only have an ink jet printer, so once the transfer is done is there anything you can coat it with to protect it?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I use polyacrylic sealer water based

[@bevsprenkle7802]

thanks for comparison!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Bev

[@makingcookingfixing]

Could you also use Elmer's Glue instead?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

No only mod podge works best

[@sunnys4246]

what program are you building your your designs in?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Canva

[@101ckes]

New to your channel and blown away with your skill. I retire soon and am really looking forward to trying some of the things you are sharing. May I please ask what software do you use to make your signs? They look so good.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have a paid graphic design program that I use but you can do some of these in Canva if you are handy with thatpartner.canva.com/0JqkAL

[@VintagePrincess27]

Thank You so Much 🌸🌼🌸

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed

[@KMF3]

Does the background that you're doing this on need to be white? Or whatever color is the background color of the print? And can you do it with a piece of paper that was printed several days previous or does it have to be a freshly printed design?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you can do it on a painted color but can be tricky and you can see the outline of transfer sometimes. White is easiest. I have left for weeks and still works ! Thanks for watching

[@KMF3]

@@OurUpcycledLife thanks

[@trinascaman2315]

How do you reverse your graphic? Any advice would be appreciated Thank you

[@PattyPaints]

Trina you should have an option to reverse the image in your printer preferences. (After you press print and the print properties menu pops up.)

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Here is a video the show you how to flip in word : kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpvMY55uls5naas

[@joelledesroches4766]

Hi, enjoy all your videos & techniques. I have a question about the graphic transfer. Can this technique work on plastic or vinyl surfaces? I would like to transfer a image on a faux leather surface. Thanks.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It works best on a chalk painted surface . So if you paint your project first on anything it will work

[@joelledesroches4766]

Thank you 😊

[@juliagilbert4747]

Love all your videos! Love the reverse graphics technique! One question....Is it ok to leave them on the wood longer than 24 hrs? Thanks

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes that is fine I have left for weeks and still will rub off :)

[@juliagilbert4747]

@@OurUpcycledLife Thanks!

[@karengionet4327]

Can you use any type of material? Example pizza pans ? Thank you

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you can

[@judyluchies2492]

Thank you 😇

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Judy

[@lindajoyce5322]

Hi again how do I reverse my text for ink jet printer

[@lindajoyce5322]

I just found your video for this , thanks

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed . You can also find lots of graphics in my Etsy store already flipped :) www.etsy.com/ca/shop/OurUpcycledLife

[@Tailgatesntoolboxes]

Do you spray anything over it to protect it?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes I use a poly acrylic sealer

[@carlaorjohn]

Thank you!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Carla

[@nannasnook5569]

What software do you use to mirror your text?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You can use owrd. This video will help you out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpvMY55uls5naas

[@teresagrigsby-rose8761]

The laser printer in your links is cheaper than the ink jet?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes they have really come down in price

[@tdailey48]

how do you reverse the text

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Here is a video to show you how in word: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpvMY55uls5naas

[@vinnieromano1336]

What kind of printers? Didn’t see it anywhere

[@OurUpcycledLife]

The links are in the description

[@staceyfolmar1594]

Do you know of any online company's that can do laser jet printing? I'm from a small area and no one around here prints using a laser jet. I just want to try a graphic before I buy a laser printer

[@OurUpcycledLife]

No sorry I don't Stacey. If you have a local library they sometimes will have a laser printer?

[@jillpontiere1814]

Me too

[@Abdelhay-k9j]

جميل جيدا

[@paul.mcguinness6075]

I've tried many times with these transfers and none have turned out. I'll try a few more, but I do not see success with this as of yet. Also, not many sales on Etsy that I have seen from others, The items look cute but not many sales.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

This technique can be tricky with a ink jet. It’s much easier with a laser printer.

[@wandathefam621]

Have you ever tried to do a photo transfer with an ink jet printer? If you have can you share it with me?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes i have: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGKaiKCrmKqqp68

[@MustangSally7259]

❤👍

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed

[@kimb9579]

Thank you but did you skipped the oven process ?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

The oven process is if you are decoupaging

[@shirleygalvin9106]

What is mod pudge….

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You can buy it at your local craft store

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It is a decoupage medium

[@stevo6572]

I think the ink jet gives more of a faded and vintage look...the laser jet is to sharp and crisp for the vintage look on what is suppose to be old wood...just my opinion...

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes it certainly does

[@shirleygalvin9106]

How to make transfer…

[@sheilatownsend2806]

how can i get the words yoiu are say8ing off the screen too distracting thanks

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Turn off in your settings

[@jadekime3172]

The ink jet looks more rustic in a way

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes it does

[@NinaBug36]

The laser printer was well worth buying. Could never get all the paper off with the ink jet and the smears, it just didn’t work well.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

If you are doing def worth it

[@TheQueenOfDreams]

Very helpful! Thanks!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Great!

[@scarlethenderson6510]

Thank you

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You're welcome Scarlet

[@kristinbonds2135]

Thank you!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Kristin