Handmade Ephemera - Make Your Own Napkins Inspired by Gail Tuthill

[@tuthillg]

Tina, OMG! Imagine my delight to watch your video and to find that you used the idea and improved upon it as well! So happy you liked it! Thank you for the shout out. I live in Saginaw, MI around which three dams have now broken and there is massive flooding. I am safe and sound, but my heart goes out to all of those who have been harmed by the devastation. I've been glued to the tv to watch for info in case I should have to be evacuated and it was such a wonderful diversion to watch your video! TFS the incredible inspiration!

[@cindyhenry1410]

Gail Tuthill hello fellow Michigander! That flooding is unbelievable!! Stay safe! ❤️

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh Gail, thank you so much for the fantastic idea, I really loved it, also I saw your recent video using this technique, absolutely gorgeous, thank you 😊. Gosh, I am so sorry to hear about the flooding, how awful, I hope you and your family are safe and doing ok. Also much love to those people who have lost their homes, just devastating x

[@WhichCraftDoYouDo]

They are so pretty :)

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello

[@frazzledrobin5175]

As always, enjoyed my time with you! Thanks!

[@lenscraftylife]

They look great. Need to have this a try, tfs

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi

[@UniquelyYoursbyDawnMarie]

Love working with napkins

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi how are you

[@jackiegfeller]

I learn a lot when I read the comments on all these videos! Folks so willingly share great ideas to help us all! Thank you to ALL who share! And thanks for showing us how this idea would work. Will figure out how to print on the napkins now! ha.

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

Jackie Gfeller I THINK you use double sided tape on the edge on the page that will feed into the printer and the opposite edge. Place you napkin and print. That’s how I print on vellum and tracing paper. I am going to try it too.

[@sandratheprocraftinatorll1665]

I agree, there's so much to learn from everyone, everyone has tip for this or that.

[@CraftroomStories]

These are super cute! Love me some decoupage.

[@barbaracabrera207]

Wonderful idea. Like printing on tissue paper. When I decopodge napkins onto envelopes, etc., I often don't put mod podge on tops cuz I like the fabric feel of napkin. I'm sure this is same. I don't have a printer, but I do stamping on white 2nd & 3rd layer of napkins to make my own napkins. They look great. Thx for video. I love the blue ones. Austin,TX USA

[@sallymander8266]

The envelope at 24:25 would look good with a black soot around the outer edge. I had just started making a few handmade bags the other day. I wanted to do a mass make of them. Then I have several pieces of napkins all over my desk. I know what I'll be doing later today! Love this idea! 💓

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh you are right, I need to order some Black Soot, I haven’t ever used that before, but I have seen it used a few times. Have fun with your bags x

[@hopesheavenlycreations1892]

Super stunning ideas💜Tyfs God bless

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi 🙋‍♂️

[@lauragaudry3402]

Tina, I love your take on Gail’s suggestion. Your number tags and tickets are an absolute favourite of mine. Thank you, hugs and blessings,🤗❤️

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Laura

[@RoseD2016]

I love how these came out! Great idea thank you for the inspiration Tina! Xx

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello 👋

[@SabrinaOreskovicCraftySabby]

Thank you Tina, great video, new subscriber!! big hugs Sabrina

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Sabrina

[@SabrinaOreskovicCraftySabby]

Hi there!

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

@@SabrinaOreskovicCraftySabby how are you doing , hope you are safe from the virus?

[@SabrinaOreskovicCraftySabby]

Yes, I am doing very well thank you. Hope the very same for you.

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

@@SabrinaOreskovicCraftySabby I’m fine my friend, where are you texting from?

[@richardeidemiller6739]

Love this. When I buy napkins and peel the second layer off I keep it and stamp designs on them. I use archival ink so it doesn't smear when I use mod podge. I like being able to have a use for the second plain layer that's normally just discarded. Vicki

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

That’s a great idea, tfs x

[@janfranklin6604]

What a great idea!! Love the way they turned out! Thank you for sharing this, and thanks to Gail also!! I learn so much from you, Tina!! ❤️

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi how are you

[@shereekarr685]

What a great idea! Thank you for sharing and thank you Gail for the inspiration. Awesome video Tina😁

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

That was great and your pieces are so pretty. Hugs 🤗

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello 👋

[@barbaranoble9748]

Love your napkin bag project! Very pretty! I'm sure the napkin strengthens the bag! Tyfs! Stay safe!

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Barbara

[@jennyplowman1471]

What a great idea! Love this😘. I also love when you are decorating and you try all these elements, "mmmm ,no, not that, let's try this one."

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Jenny

[@jeangreen1810]

Lovely to see the different versions you’re demonstrating. Tfs your talents as always. 🦋🌈💕

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello how are you

[@eloisewalker352]

These little bags are adorable....thanks for the share❣️

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi how are you

[@janetvisochi-baum7572]

this is very inspiring - i love what you did and how they came out TFS xx

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Janet

[@debbiesavage7107]

I only have black ink in our printer. I’ve printed on large, white envelopes. I took some gouache? crayons and added a bit of color after. I was very pleased, especially since i have no idea what i’m doing! These are awesome!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh wow, that sounds fantastic, how clever to use crayons x

[@sapphirerain70]

You could also use tissue paper if you don’t have napkins also! Just tape it to regular copy paper! I love love this channel!

[@jillmarks3231]

Thank you for making your video’s, they are keeping me going with more idea’s. xx

[@barbaranneboyer4796]

very intertesting 😍🇨🇦 enjoying your channel

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you! 😃 x

[@moniquedeconinck3975]

Superbe bravo 🦋🦋

[@sherylsantoro]

Nice project. It's good to know that the glue stick works with the napkins. Thanks Tina!

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello how are you

[@mylifewithfive]

Love this! Such a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@donnasmith9042]

Hello Tina, I really like the blue one, it's a beautiful color... They turned out really cute, I will give these a try... Thanks for sharing and stay safe... See you at our next tea time together.. 🤗

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Donna

[@kathrynhelm4176]

What a great idea Gail had. I’ve thrown away so many of those brown napkins and never thought about using them. I love the colors you chose and thought they were all lovely. The blue was my least favorite until you put the faded lady on...LOVE IT! My imagination told me she was a faded image from the past...very ethereal. Beautiful job Tina.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Yes, what a fab idea of Gail’s. This is my printing on napkins video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 x

[@kazeekins1]

A great share . Thank you . xx

[@angelathoma-dogwoodpaperarts]

These are great! Love how they came out.

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Angela

[@carollaws838]

fab idea from Gail! you can also use tissue paper, it works as well as napkin, and comes in different colours x

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Carol, and for the fab idea for the tissue paper........guess what I will be looking for later? Lol 🙃 x

[@carollaws838]

@@shabbydabbydoodah hope you find some :)

[@karensumner3772]

THIS IS SUCH A NEAT IDEA-LOVE YOUR BAG YOU MADE-TFS-HUGS/BLESSINGS

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Karen

[@natashawise2676]

I just love your numbers printable. And I'm thankful I can buy them from Australia and not have to pay postage to get them (how cool is technology)! I see from Etsy that you live in Chichester, I used to live and work there when I was in the UK back in the mid 1990's, it's so beautiful there.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much, I am so thrilled that you love my number tabs, they are really fun aren’t they? Wow, it’s such a small world isn’t it? X

[@lindahurlock-sewoneofakind6155]

Hi Tina, I print onto the white sheets of napkin after I seperate the layers. Then the napkin matches the paper kit I’m using. I love how these turned out. Sending hugs 🤗

[@PennyJo]

How do u get it through the printer 🖨

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Penny this is my video for printing your own napkins kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 x

[@Solo3198-]

Very cute! I also wondered how you print them.

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello how are you doing my friend

[@RecraftedByCarol]

Love how these turned out, the blue is really pretty 😊

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello 👋

[@fazestorm4441]

Love watching you work got to go

[@julieliuzzo8120]

I am gobsmacked with this Idea! I wanted to try it but didn't want to buy MORE napkins. LIGHTBULB MOMENT- Could I do this with the plies I remove from napkins? Well, dang it! I can- and I did! Taped it to a piece of copy payer and ran it through the printer! Please give it a try and see what you think!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, that’s fantastic, I am thrilled that it worked for you. Have fun x

[@tripletgirl2484]

Great idea! Thanks for the tip on using acetate!

[@woodsywoods2691]

Absolutely love all you make and you make it so easy to follow what you do!!! Everything is lovely and simple to make !!! Thank you for sharing!!! What kind of printer to you use? Is it laser or inkjet??? What brand? Your prints are so bright and beautiful!!! I want to buy a new printer but don’t know what to get!! Thank you for sharing! Love it all!!!

[@JOBETHSEXTONSCraftyCauldron]

These are fantastic! I love the idea of printing on napkins. Take care!

[@lindadoucet4435]

Wow! I really appreciate everything that you share with us. Love this project and will be trying to make some if you can explain how you end up with this thin paper.

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Linda

[@sallystepp1964]

Tim Holtz has lovely tissue paper that works very good

[@JunkJournalTreasures]

Such a cool project!! xx

[@catygray8109]

Hi Tina. If you search unbleached napkins on Amazon, you may find the style that you are looking for. TFS this fantastic idea.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you, I will have a look x

[@rickiwalker6081]

These are so pretty and I love your digitals printed in black and white! I will have to make these little bags with store printed napkins, my printer does NOT like printing on the napkin, messes the print heads up every time. Such a bummer....

[@helennettleship815]

I found if you use draft option on printer you can use colour inks better

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Helen

[@annelisjournaling]

Good idea. I always put the decopageglue on top of the napkin. Decopageglue is bouth glue and protector, so it’s get more strong with the decopageglue on top. You can dry with the heatgun, then its instent dry.👍🏻😊

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello 👋

[@cindyhenry1410]

These are so lovely! Whenever I’ve seen any napkin projects, the artist puts glue on top as well. Is that not an option with printed napkins due to the potential of smearing the ink? Awesome that a gluestick works! TYFS 💜🦋❤️

[@cindyhenry1410]

Guess I should wait til the end of the video before I comment lol!!

[@kysuzy2themax]

You could have a piece of acetate to slide down into the bag before you glue the napkin down so you could not have to trim the top.. ???

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Suzy

[@bommake1]

BEAUTIFUL

[@eyecu382]

How do you stop the ink from an inkjet printer running and moving? I have never had success keeping the ink stable. x

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I am not sure I quite understand what you mean I’m afraid. X

[@eyecu382]

@@shabbydabbydoodah No worries, I tried coffee dying after printing and my ink ran dreadfully so I just coffee dye and print now! x

[@lynnsinclair123]

Nice! When gluing, slip a piece of acetate inside, between the front and back to stop them from sticking.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

What a fab idea, tfs x

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello how are you

[@sararichards518]

How do you actually print these? Do you use a piece of paper to carry them through? Lovely project.

[@staceycorteville6756]

She said she taped them to copy paper. Sooo pretty! I tried tracing paper for one of my projects, what a mess! It got all wadded up inside! 😖 Haha so now I know! 👍🏻

[@janinewoodhull3611]

Yeah, there is no way in the world a napkin would ever go through my printer!! Paper barely goes through my printer.

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

Janine Woodhull oh no!

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

stacey corteville I have had success with the tracing paper.

[@melbabowen4389]

My question, exactly.

[@sassycrafterfromalabama2373]

Where do I get these little bags and I don't see the napkins on Amazon. I want to do this but I need to get the item's. Also where did you get the images and how did you get the napkins to go through the printer? Could you use the xyron to make these stickers or does the tacky glue do better? Sorry that I am asking all these questions, but I am just getting back into my Scrapbooking and I am trying to catch up on the new trends. I found the bags, but having trouble getting the napkins to go through the printer. I even tapped it to a regular peice of card stock

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

That’s fantastic that you are picking up your old love of paper crafting again. This is my video for the actual printing on napkins kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 . I got my plain coloured napkins from Ebay x

[@dog-lovinglady1722]

Wow, there must be big differences in performance for different brands of ink for ink jet printers. Only time I tried to Mod podge a photo I printed onto a white box, the ink smeared horribly and the project was trash. I did enjoy this video -- many thanks as always!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I think it’s the Instant Ink program ink cartridges, they seem really great, and smudge resistant x

[@lauravasquez169]

I think it was easier gluing the pieces with the glue stick because you end up covering up most of the envelope with paper and lace. I stamp on the white sheets and use them on backgrounds for cards.❤❤❤

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Another fab idea Laura, I will try that also x

[@3rscrafting]

Boy, these turned out great. I looked up how to print on napkin, and I saw an older video where they used paper towels -- we have 2 ply ones, so I might try that -- I also am going to try using the spray adhesive method, and then a piece of tape that folds over the complete top where the printer first catches it -- if I don't do that on fabric, it jams every time -- but try printing your numbers on fabric -- fabulous result -- I didn't print them all out, but the ones I use the most -- just really cool effect !! They opened up my state -- a little -- and the test results have risen enough the governor is threatening to impose a ruling on mandatory wearing of masks -- we don't go out unless necessary and so far we are well -- Take care, hugs, Patricia

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I am going to try printing my numbers on fabric, you are the second lady to suggest that - thank you 😊. Yes things are opening up here too...... I have very mixed feelings. Take care x

[@3rscrafting]

@@shabbydabbydoodah First, Tina, I have been watching on other devices, so no long comments from me -- ha -- don't feel you have to respond; I know you are busy -- but where on earth are you coming up with all these fabulous ideas? Amazing ! And yes, absolutely try the numbers on fabric; they came out beautifully -- and -- I have your other collage page digi, the one with the large No. 7 -- I also printed that number -- OMG -- it's fabulous -- honestly, you will not be disappointed -- I also like printing them out on tea-dyed papers -- fabulous !!! But all that sending love to your other kits aside, tic toc -- still ! -- remains if not No. 1 -- then it's a rotation between 1 and 2 -- ha -- I used it tonight, as a matter of fact -- I made the little coin thingy -- envelope? -- the one with the clocks on the face -- as an over the top of the page flip up -- it's that pretty duck-egg blue, so the flap looks really pretty on the other page -- I put it in my personal journal -- we are having these terrible riots all over the US in protest against the horrible killing of that man by the police officer -- and it's happening here in my little city -- they broke windows out of the police precinct -- set cars on fire and set a police car on fire -- there were some stores that were set on fire -- it's mostly young kids -- uni-agers -- the police here had to deploy tear gas -- they are blocking major roadways -- LA, as I type, is literally under siege -- a huge Target store was broken into and one guy just grabbed an entire wrack of clothes on one of those rolling clothes things -- people running in and grabbing large shopping bags and stuffing them full, then running out -- I don't know how that avenges this man, George Floyd's murder -- and a protestor was killed this past week and several officers from around the country have been injured -- they set a large transit bus on fire -- we don't have the cool double deckers, but still -- this is public transportation -- and the bus company suspended service until Monday -- the driver must have been terrified -- it was 1 o'clock in the morning -- ooh, sorry about the long post -- at least you know it's the real me -- ha -- please don't feel you have to respond -- we have an abundance of kittens, doesn't your little girl need one -- can't I please send you one -- or six -- ha -- take care -- as a parent of young children, you, as so many others, have the horrible decision to make as to whether or not to send your children back to school -- if you can work from home, I'd take the daycare money -- not you personally, third person -- and hire a nanny/baby sitter qualified to supervise video school -- or -- home schooling -- children do need the interaction of other children as a part of learning how to behave in public, socialization, etc. -- but at what cost? We've now had several cases of that childhood disease they "think" is related to covid-19 -- the high temp, the rash, breathing difficulties -- they've had to go on ventilators -- thank God so far they've recovered, but a local man lost his 9 y/o son to covid-19 last week -- that's rough -- I'm old, and I know God is real -- I wouldn't be here were he not -- long story -- anyway, seek God's wisdom when making your decisions, and whatever you choose, it will be the right one -- hugs -- Patricia

[@fazestorm4441]

Could you use the napkins that you share away from your napkins that you used in other closets that are printed

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Great idea x

[@trudynicholson5542]

Fab idea must give this a try so pretty. Tina have you ever made an envelope fold out four ways to go in a journal page? Never seen them being made only the finished result.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I haven’t seen that envelope fold, I will have to look it up x

[@trudynicholson5542]

@@shabbydabbydoodah Would be great to see you do it as you explain everything as you go slowly, and repeat so easy to follow you. Look forward to seeing this when you do get to do it one day. Thanks Tina love all you do.

[@helennettleship9703]

This is the same procedure as for shrink plastic. you stick it onto a sheet of paper but put the ink settings on draft. I also bought 100 plain napkins from Poundland, 2 ply, so 200 napkins to print on.

[@alemapretsof]

I used to think that "chuffed" was negative. Now I know! You never can be sure what information people may glean from your videos! Hugs

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol x

[@amythomas9204]

Very fun Thanks! Thanks for sharing Gail's idea and her link. Did you create a black and white digi for this that we can purchase?

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I didn’t I’m afraid Amy x

[@hopesmith480]

How did you print on the napkin

[@sherryrector2275]

Tina you should tell me how you printed the napkins. I saw other people’s requests also. Did you copy them and what type of paper did you use. Etc.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

This is the link for printing your own napkins kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8, have fun x

[@sherryrector2275]

Thanks Tina.

[@renee_lovelylavenderwishes]

Yes- how do you print on napkins? Would love to know! Thanks!

[@murielhopson1217]

I want update like to know too. Thanks.

[@lauravasquez169]

She has a video where she printed on napkins using double stick tape on copy paper.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Laura for answering. This is a link to my original video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 x

[@susiemoore7226]

Hi Tina,quick question! Do you always water Modge Podge down when doing crafts like this one?

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Yes I try to, x

[@jadesdiy9287]

How do you print on the napkin

[@franceslloyd7673]

Not my idea but I think it's Gayle Agor....... She uses a sanding block to sand the edges which removes the tissue effortlessly. I get mine from Wilko 3 for a £1

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much, I will check them out next time I’m near a Wilko x

[@sherryrector2275]

Also. Who was the lady that made the lap journal. I thought it was Carol Laws but I’m not sure.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Not sure, I thought it was Eva from Bohemian Crafting x

[@jrecm4816]

How did you print the napkins?

[@purplepoppy1965]

Call me lazy, I just print straight into the paper bags

[@craftinginbebbasbarn4031]

great idea

[@susanstephen4555]

I love this idea but I can’t wrap my head around printing on napkins! How in the world? Lol.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

So sorry, I had meant to link the printing your own napkins tutorial, it is here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 for those who requested it x

[@swenstrand]

Tina I think there is a way you can pin this so it stays at the top of the comments. I’ve seen that on other channels’ comments. Just a thought.

[@lindajohnson615]

I would like to know the process of how to do the printing part. Nice to have the homemade ephemera.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Linda, this is the link to printing your napkins video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 x

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Linda

[@lindajohnson615]

Just read what you wrote to Sara so thank you good to know

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello Linda

[@Paula-vh8em]

What printer do you use?

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I have a HP6950 and use the Instant Ink program x

[@GwendolynsDabbledoosies]

This video got me a bit confused. The title of it suggests one thing and the video itself goes a different direction. I’ve just found your own comment in which you say you meant to link the actual making of the napkins. Hey, it happens right?! 🤭 And truthfully somewhere on this video you did say you used double sided tape (you mentioned running out of it in fact) to aid the napkin through the printer and that’s all I needed to hear to understand how you made your own napkins 😁 ❤️

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Sorry Gwendolyn, it’s always difficult trying to capture a video in the title, glad you heard me say how to print them, and hope you enjoyed if you tried some x

[@GwendolynsDabbledoosies]

No worries Tina, I understand. Yes you do have to give each video a title and whatnot huh, it’s not as easy as just making the video, it’s all the rest of it too. That’s why I appreciate you all for all the work you put into it so we can enjoy and learn. I say: bravo! ❤️

[@dianejohnson7212]

How do you print on a napkin?

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

You need to stick your plain napkin onto a sheet of paper (double sided tape around the edges works best), then just print as normal x

[@dianejohnson7212]

@@shabbydabbydoodah thank you so much. I’m not good with computers so I worry I will mess things up

[@cece3194]

I like the blue but obviously others have their own preference.

[@grandmasmagic3858]

how about doing a video showing HOW you print on the napkins..from the plain ones I've seen NONE are A4 size, they're all LARGER..plain napkins, even coloured ones l can get aplenty, but the lovely 'vintage/tea part' style ones are no longer to be had..the fad seems to have ceased for them..

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

So sorry Carol, I meant ti include the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnyvXpajZp5lpq8 . I did cut them down x

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Carol

[@staceycorteville6756]

Ohhhh...but they are conventional! Finger tools work the best!😋

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hi Stacey

[@fazestorm4441]

According to Robert Kessler that is

[@glynismccartneyintricatesc5281]

🙂☁️☔️🇨🇦

[@christiandavidsonlamore6301]

Hello how are you doing my friend

[@gerryschipper9778]

just saw this new technique that I thought I would pass on to you... m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5uumGahqpWBbMk Wendy’s Paper Junk ...turning napkins into a vellum like texture. Maybe it’s something you can use.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much, I always appreciate new ideas and techniques x

[@missvickie1975]

Make our own napkins?

[@fazestorm4441]

You have God's sacred numbers on yours 3 6 and 9