How to Print on Fabric with an Inkjet Printer and Freezer Paper - Washable as Well!

www.easysewingf... shows you how print on fabric with your inkjet printer and freezer paper at home. In this video you will see step by step instructions for printing on fabric along with a tip about what I do to make the fabric retain more of the ink when it has been washed as well.
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In this video I am using an Epson XP-410 and I highly recommend this printer. You can find it on *Amazon here: amzn.to/1zNmxEW
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[@kathleensobkowicz9905]

Thanks for the tips. I'm just waiting overnight for the ink to dry and then will do the extra "Retayne" step you recommended. My most challenging step was getting my printer to pick up the thicker & smaller paper with the fabric attached. In the end I removed all the paper from my paper tray and left only the 1 piece of freezer paper with the fabric. And that worked. This will make printing quilt labels a much easier process.

[@DenisePoole-Closet-Crafts]

I did this 16yrs ago, I made a cushion for my daughter from her wedding photos and it still looks as good today.

[@universecsky2]

Denise Dodd Closet Crafts lol

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Oh beautiful! I’m sure it’s a much loved and treasured cushion ❤️

[@brookedavidson2315]

Hi could you please tell me whether I need to buy a specific fabric printer or can you do it from a normal printer?

[@alilovesbeads1446]

@@universecsky2 what's so funny??

[@ginabrooker6595]

Where do you buy the wax freezer paper at? I can't find it anywhere 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@CherrylMaree]

Thank you..I want to use some artwork that my dear friend did for me, before she passed away, to make a memory gift for her newborn grand daughter and couldn't figure out how to transfer the design. This video is a great help.

[@ravencorwin2260]

I tried this yesterday to make a tshirt "transfer" for a doll I made. I printed it onto cotton with my Canon inkjet printer and Mod Podged it onto the doll shirt. It worked great! I can't wait to try more projects! I've also shared your video with my doll making group.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

That's great! I'd love to see a photo of what you've been making. Sounds very cute 😊

[@TC-rv6sz]

This tutorial is so well done and systematic! I especially loved the test results of the four methods at the end of the video. Thank you so much!

[@Jodihydre]

Fascinating! I don't understand why I am just learning about this technique but I do plan to try it - your video was excellent and I particularly liked where you showed the differences between types of ink and in the treated fabric vs. non-treated. I'm sure you have saved a lot of us from costly and time-consuming errors!

[@lynniep1905]

Thank you for such a straightforward tutorial. I am making a memory quilt and wanted to include some photos. I've watched other videos and they were so overwhelming I just gave up.

[@craigleewhite6317]

Hello. Madame. Good to see you. How are you today? Craig the guy wondering a curious appreciative guy here;) Thanks for the demonstration. Pigment inks a must. Freezer paper. Retane a must too. Great stuff.

[@sophiahuber4756]

This is by far the clearer, easier, and complete explanation! Thank you❤

[@jpietiss]

Thank you so much!!! I can't believe this finally worked. I have tried four or five other people's posts and yours worked the best.! Amazing. I am now able to create so many more personal items for friends and family!!!

[@antoinetteharrington6906]

About 12 years ago I made a king sized quilt using this method. It was made up of photographs of a group of people who knew the recipient, as well as quotations that reflected the recipient. It was a beauty I must admit, tho lots of work because of the size. I found the most difficult part was removing the fabric from the freezer paper once it was printed. I've since made two other smaller memory quilts using the same method.

[@junefox3792]

Great video. I just paid a lot for the brand names of printable fabric. a great save of money doing it your way. Thank you so much.

[@marybirder5663]

Such a great tutorial! My printer is HP Office Jet Pro 8720. Of course my printer wasn't on the link you provided and after looking it up for specifics, I learned it uses both pigment and dye based cartridges, so I have to do a bit more research. I commend you for doing such a straight forward tutorial, where I learned a lot. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge.

[@mylittlegirl2]

Thank you so much for this video. After watching other videos, some of them ramble on and on. You get to the point right away. Looking forward to trying this out!

[@rhondacherry4142]

I made 6 labels for Quilts of Valor and they turned out just amazing! Thanks.

[@nancymetzger1369]

Thanks for making this short, sweet, and to the point. I'm going to use this method to create personalized labels on special quilts that I make for family members.

[@laurapalka3685]

Excellent, clear instructions! You don't over-explain but you give great detail where warranted. Very useful. Thanks.

[@alicehutchison7867]

Thank you for this informative tutorial! Was just about to head out to the fabric store to buy printable fabric and saw this! Going to give it a try!

[@Myshell63]

Great video. Thank you. I'm so pleased you didn't 'waffle' on like so many youtubers do. You were clear and concise. I will certainly be doing this.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Thanks, +michelle kaplan! Appreciate the kind comment 😃

[@doritpittman8494]

I subscribed to her channel because she gets to the point quickly

[@conceicaomurphy9786]

Trying printing on fabric for the first time today! Loved the tutorial. Thank you!

[@leahvanzyl6772]

This was awesome worth a try living in South Africa where we don't have freezer paper but did get hold of a rol and going to be making my labels tnx

[@margarethartley5435]

Great help to know that I needed to use a hot iron to iron the freezer paper to the fabric! I was having a great deal of difficulty trying to fed the freezer paper and fabric through prior to this, now hopefully, my project will be trouble-free! Thanks.

[@templetreasures9514]

Thank you for very good video..you are a good teacher..short and to the point..comparisons nice too..God bless you and your family👸❤️🙏🌈

[@mpumie7082]

Awesome video I wonder if i can do this on satin?? 🤔For my bonnets

[@phyllishigginson8213]

very good demonstration clear and easily understood highly recommend

[@eleanor8100]

Easy to follow and so helpful. My project piece came out of the printer beautifully. Thanks!

[@LovingHandsDesign]

Thanks for the full explanation and demo.

[@barbmessinger703]

Thank you for showing how to treat the printed material. I have wanted to learn how to do that for a long time.

[@MyVeganLife-mc9sm]

Really enjoyed your Video, really easy to understand going to give your Technique ago just as soon as I buy some freezer paper as I have wanted to print my own fabric. Great video

[@PNKASMR]

Thank you for all of the great info! You did forget to mention to iron the freezer paper to the BACK of your fabric though ❤

[@tm9334]

Great tutorial, this is so much cheaper than buying the pre made sheets. Thank you

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

It sure is! Glad I could help out!

[@brendachalcraft8022]

Excellent tutorial. I found that my machine didn't like it when the fabric was used with just one sheet of the freezer paper but was ok with 2 sheets. Felt more like paper with more freezer paper attached. x

[@margaretnordhagen6885]

This is so fun. She explained things very well. I will be doing this more often!!

[@annaswanson434]

Thank you I have looked all over town for someone to do this for me and now I can do it myself.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Awesome!!

[@margieevans5276]

Thank you for a very informative, easy to follow, video. Love the way you are careful to show all the steps and have gone the extra distance to give examples.( Makes me want to drop everything and try it out straight away :D ) Please keep the lessons coming, excellent work!

[@alicejump7245]

Excellent tutorial! Blessed and safe days!

[@pamelawerdmullervonelgg1888]

Super great instruction and demonstration. Thank you for the additional fabric treatment!

[@MythicBricks]

Super helpful, but what side do you put into the printer facing up? Thanks so much!!

[@terrielynn3371]

Tried to give you a big thumbs up but it wasn't working. Well presented, clear instructions. Your technique was a lot easier than others I've seen. Thank You

[@rodgaudin890]

Thank you, I am making dolls of my grandkids. I have tried transfer paper, commercial printing, and had bad results. Look forward to trying your video method. You are wonderful.

[@dntdaly]

Thanks for the video it was quite helpful. Planning on making a quilt with pictures of my daughter and I as she grew up,for her high school graduation present.

[@patsinnerdickey8440]

Perfect and concise video. Thank you so much for sharing. One of my gsons will b 12 tomrw. I plan on making a few diff things w a picture of him and his puppy. Thanks again for a 'make it easy' project. Im so excited to get started.

[@suewagner8852]

Thanks! Appreciate explaining about Retayne and letting the print dry overnight.

[@sonyabunkum6212]

Got to get iron and ironing board. So excited to try. Would love to show results

[@jamillathomas10]

Really a great solution and presentation. Thank you

[@happytosing1]

Wow! One could make their own charm packs out of their imagination!!!! I love this! Thank you.

[@kathypelter8779]

Could use coloring book pages too. Really cute idea

[@suziebridger533]

thank you for this interesting post, your clear voice and directions were so easy to listen to.

[@junefyfe7223]

great tutural and another craft idea. thanks

[@naticristellavi8236]

To prevent the frayed threads thru the printer put a painter's tape on the edge that goes first into the printer.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

+Naticris Tellavi That would definitely be worth a try!

[@shirleyalbright1197]

Naticris Tellavi nnn

[@ginabrooker6595]

Where do you buy your freezer wax paper at? I can't find any

[@leo95630]

@@ginabrooker6595 grocery store or amazon

[@mimi1girl2dempsey3]

@@ginabrooker6595 Hunting store. It's used to wrap meat for the freezer.

[@susanmcgill2861]

Brilliant, thank you - was so scared it wouldn't work but it came out looking fantastic.

[@msbjj1950]

Just ran across your video, I loved it and it is just what I was looking for, Your daughter is adorable. thank you

[@joanwade6718]

Thank you so much for this tutorial I enjoyed it and feel ready to try this method thanks for sharing 👍😊😊

[@constance4014]

Excellent tutorial. I didn't even know I could get different inks for an ink jet printer.. Does anyone know if you can do this on a laser printer?

[@arts4community]

The comparison at the end was wonderful.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

arts4community Sorry, read this comment after I answered the other comment :/

[@kathypelter8779]

Great video. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@lynnecharsley666]

Wonderful. So easy thank you so much. You have opened a new world for this little crafter and cheaper than I thought. Where do we buy the ink ??

[@evariz2]

great tutorial. can not wait to try it. hope I have freezer paper in pantry

[@MA-bt8il]

Thank you so much! This is something I was wondering about for a while. I was worried about washing printer-made fabric, and you satisfied my worry. Thank you! Blessings!!! :)

[@gebswife]

You are brilliant! This is wonderful and I cannot wait to try this technique. Do you only print on cotton? What other fabric have you tried? Have a blessed day.

[@jodiegrace2849]

My patchwork teacher printed on her daughters confirmation dress a beautiful silk and it worked out amazing

[@asalvamd5633]

The best tutorial! great for my covid 19 mask projects. Thank you!!!!

[@esthernance6205]

Awesome video. I didn't know about retainer. Where would you find that. This is all new to me I'm glad I got to see it. No wonder my pictures always faded. Thank you so much for the lesson. I've been using the sheets already prepare but picture always faded after the first wash.

[@ladyjanesplace]

Wonderful tutorial; very thorough. I will be trying this method.

[@tessamost6477]

Fabulously easy to follow - I am now about to try it!

[@marysheehan3841]

I’ve never heard of Freezer Paper but I will track some down. Thank you for a very informative video. 🙏🏻

[@nataliearena3744]

mary sheehan grocery store

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

You’re welcome. Freezer paper isn’t available in supermarkets so I get mine from any good craft shop 😊

[@lidiawest8615]

In Australia, Coles Supermarket sell “Freezer Film”. Also, I wonder if Greaseproof paper will also suffice?

[@margiebuckley3588]

IT IS GREAT WHAT YOU HAVE DONE ...CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT FREEZER PAPER IS I HAVE NEVER USED IT IS IT LIKE BAKING PAPER THAT YOU PUT ON TRAYS OR INSIDE CAKE TINS.. LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT PROJECT. MARGIE

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Hi Margie. It’s different to baking paper. It has a ‘waxy’ side and a plain side. Try your local sewing supplies shop. They may have some.

[@mykwilwin]

My Reynolds kitchen freezer paper I just bought is not sticking to my fabric, it says plastic coated and says bpa free idk if it's a newer environmentally friendly type but it doesn't iron and stick. any advice? thanks, great video!

[@smithquilter]

This is wonderful! I am going to try this right away!

[@barbarabotdorf7281]

It would have been nice to see your finished product since I don't know what to do with the printed fabric. Thanks for your tutorial.

[@SylviaCarlock]

I'm thinking I could make a memory quilt with this system. Also cushions, mug rugs, even bags.

[@maryrichardson5841]

You were a huge help. I want to make my librarian a wall hanging and would like to put a couple of pics on it. Thx

[@marlenedelgado2634]

Thank you for this tutorial.

[@lindasmalley7839]

Very instructional. Well done.

[@merrylwells9164]

I have tried this with success so thank you so much for developing this technique. I did use the painters tape which helped immensely with feeding into the printer. I was unable to find any retayne and used a different fabric fixative but found the colour changed. I think I will need to investigate the pigment based ink cartridges instead of the dye based cartridges.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

merryl wells pigment based inks will definitely help with holding the colour of the ink. I'm glad this video has helped 😊

[@ellebrown6560]

Excellent! Excellent tutorial.!! Thank you!!

[@vanessamccorker9162]

Thanks I like the Crafty Gemini and it ran me to your example. Thanks so much for being quite easy and a easy follow.

[@lunanox7862]

Awesome video. This should help me a lot with a project I'm working on.

[@sandreawhite7534]

This is awesome. I can see this working well for quilt labels.

[@lindadefeo1108]

Thank You! I've tried many years ago to hold the ink on printed projects! I'm go glad you showed the comparison!!

[@joyceweinmann8556]

I never thought of using Retayne. Next time I'll add that step to my printing process.

[@janetpayne7738]

Very clear instructions, thank you. Now I can try this having bought some a while ago and unsure how to use it. Just need to get some retayne now.

[@FunNonna]

Excellent tutorial. I'm looking forward to trying this soon. 'Here's hoping that Retain/Retayne is readily availbable.

[@tahliel]

Fantastic tutorial. Thanks! I can't find retayne, can I use any dye fixative? Will Rit be OK?

[@theresaphillips3114]

Thank you so much for this great information. My friend had paid someone to do just this and the quality was not as she would have liked. I'm going to try this and hope it comes out better.

[@lorenaramirez1300]

Theresa Phillips

[@malcolmnicoll1165]

Thanks ever so much for this helpful video I reckon that it's best if one uses distilled warm water, right? or can one use regular tap water? Any clarification would be most welcome. Cheers.

[@courtneyhacker9334]

Thank you for simplifying something that can seem complicated! I will share what I'm working on...after I give it a try!

[@denisebooth866]

Is fabric right side up in the printer tray. Mine is an HP Envy. Where do we get pigmented ink?

[@birmen1938]

Excellent clear instructions.

[@angiesewtherapy6628]

This is the best and clearest instruction I've seen. Gave great details. I'm so impressed with your video.

[@zoeyemerald]

Hello! Great video, I watched a week ago and am now making hundreds of prints! The only thing is, once water gets on the fabric, it starts to come off. I don’t have an inkjet printer, so it that the problem. What printers would you recommend?

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Great to hear! What kind of printer are you using and what is the fabric for?

[@zoeyemerald]

Easy Sewing for Beginners The fabric is for pop art jean jackets. They look good with great with rhinestones as a trim. The printer I am using is a brother. It’s model is MCF-J491 DW.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Oh cool! I've always used Epson inkjet printers that take the durabrite pigment based ink. I currently have an Epson XP-440, but this is a couple of years old and you may be able to find a more current model. You can find a list of printers here that have pigment based ink. www.redrivercatalog.com/infocenter/tips/list-of-pigment-ink-inkjet-printers.html From my testing, pigment based ink holds up better to washing than dye based ink. 100% cotton fabric will may hold the ink better as well, but it may be worth testing.

[@julietvallo8147]

I like your tutorials, clear and easy to catch up! Thanks a lot 😊

[@1okenny]

Excellent video and instruction!! Demonstration at the end very helpful!!!

[@deepriest5240]

Thank you. What a brilliantly clear video!

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Thank you,Dee Priest! Really appreciate it :)

[@sadrulula1276]

Very nice and helpful tutorial.

[@cherylseidensticker5383]

Enjoyed the lesson and thanks for the comparison at the end, very helpful!

[@janetdoss5848]

Cupcake layer cake

[@reginaclemons1379]

Very good instructions. Thanks

[@juliebutler8653]

Thank you for this video, you have answered all my questions about printing on fabric, thanks again, Julie

[@susanmanley6717]

This is very clear and concise. Thank you

[@mofisher1974]

I just can’t wait to try this but where do I get Retayne from.

[@oliviadarlow2238]

Hi. May I ask do u attach the freezer paper to the wrong side of the cotton??? And also where do u get the treatment from??? I'm in Australia, so would be looking in spotlight or similar for the treatment.

[@EasySewing4Beginners]

Yes attach the freezer paper onto the wrong side of the fabric. Also it looks like Amazon Aus will have retain very soon www.amazon.com.au/GKRET-Retayne-Color-Fixative-4oz/dp/B000YZ5HL8 I haven’t seen it at Spotlight before. You can Google ‘Retayne’ as there’s more websites to purchase it from in Australia. I hope that helps 😊

[@kylieb4836]

Thankyou so much for sharing this. Fantastic tutorial !

[@danielnzima9129]

Thank-you-so-much-it-really-worked