How To: Create Gelli Prints without a Gelli Plate (Faux Gelli Plate Printing) | Craft Technique

[@drebugsita]

You mean to say I can make prints using my silicone mats??? Love it! I’m planning a workshop for older adults. This is such a good tip!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Yes! Definitely try it out on your own first. It’s not 100% like using a gel press, so don't expect perfect pulls. But it works great for abstract and distressed looks. Have fun!

[@MissIdolize]

What a great idea! I purchased an 8x10" Gel Press plate over six months ago (probably longer actually, I just don't want to admit it, lol) and it's still in it's original packaging! Due to lack of confidence as a new user I'm so wary about using and possibly ruining it coz it was not cheap! Daft, I know but I can't help it. But you may have just solved my problem coz I actually have a silicone mat I can practice on. Yay - thank you so much Nicole! 🥰

[@NicoleWattCreates]

I'm glad this video gave you some confidence! But, really, DIVE into your real gel plate! It is so much fun! There's not much you can do to damage it except to puncture it or cut it, so avoid using materials that have a lot of texture. Virtually nothing will stick to it permanently. You might stain it a bit, but that's ok! I have quite a few videos using the gel press, including a cleaning video, so be sure to check those out!

[@MissIdolize]

@@NicoleWattCreates That I will! Thank you so much for your personal reply Nicole - and your inspiration..

[@AlysonGold]

I'm so glad I came across this video. I was wondering if I could use a silicone mat in place of a Gelli plate and now I know! :) Thank you so much for sharing.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

I'm glad you found it! Have fun with your faux prints!

[@juanitabrooks1811]

Thank you so much,,I learned alot & you answered my main ? The benefits of have a gel plate but that it is not necessary!! Yaay!!! happy crafting from Ohio ❤❤

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pampam1002]

How if using runaflex to hack gellpress?