How to Make Waterslide Decals for Tumblers | Waterslide Paper

[@DIYAlex]

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[@sharonstoves3390]

This was awesome. Just what I've been looking for. Thank you.

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome!!

[@monicacorbett7389]

will be subscribing. I was looking for a detailed demo for water slide and you answered all my questions. Thanks so much!!!!

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad, Monica! Thanks for the follow 💕

[@lorivanwoerden1840]

I’m making tumblers for Father’s Day and using the water slide looks so much easier then layering the vinyl I was going to do. Thank you!!

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome! Yes, it’s super easy! It just takes a little practice!

[@Blkbeautee]

Thank you for explaining all about water slides!

[@DIYAlex]

You're welcome!

[@roxaneholloron2570]

Looking forward to the white Waterslide and how to cut. Thank you for tutorials! So helpful!

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome!! ☺️

[@TheMsshanna03]

Thanks Alex! I wasn’t mirroring and was sliding them off, this will be so much easier!!

[@DIYAlex]

I have tried it without mirroring and always got wrinkles! I Like this method much better.

[@Michelle_Scott.]

This is exactly what I needed. Thank u so much!! I'm gonna try it right now.

[@DIYAlex]

You're welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@alinamurphy9263]

Thank you. This video was very helpful.

[@DIYAlex]

Glad it was helpful!

[@freew67]

Thank you Alex! Another tutorial with wonderful timing. Just bought some slides and was looking at tutorials on how to do it. Hope your staying safe down there in SDF.

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome! I’m well and I hope you are too!

[@christinanunez6455]

I love all the information you offer. Thank you so much 💓

[@DIYAlex]

You're welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful! :)

[@tilli2971]

Thank you for the training classes. I need to add photos to a tumbler. Would you use waterslide or printable vinyl?

[@DIYAlex]

Printable vinyl would work better.

[@dianacoleman4317]

thanks for the video....very helpful. could you tell me where you got the Buffalo Trace image...my husband would love it!

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome! I got this off Google.

[@goodfruitharvest111]

Thank you for this informative video , can you show us how to print multiple decals on the paper .

[@DIYAlex]

Hi Brenda! You just add more items to your canvas and it will print out on the same sheet as long as it's small enough to fit.

[@gwenpopaditch1024]

Loved your video. Genius to reverse image for application. I am struggling with visible edge lines on a plain stainless steel cup. Can you help?

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you! Have you epoxied over it? That would be the best way to camouflage the edges, but it may not blend in 100%

[@madisonsrinivasagolf1549]

After you put the decal on. Do you spray the cup with a final coat of the Rust Oleum gloss spray?

[@DIYAlex]

No, you spray with clear spray before the decal.

[@brittanyhorton9111]

So i have done a acrylic paint marble look on a tumbler. Do i need to put a coat of epoxy on it b4 the water slide?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes you do

[@summerlansing9768]

I know I'm late ton the game here... but OMG why have I never see this... do I need to epoxy the tumbler if I dont will it stay? Dishwasher safe and so on? Can this be done on glass?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes, you need to epoxy the tumbler or it will not stay longer term. No, these are not going to be dishwasher safe even with epoxy on them. Yes, it can be done on glass.

[@lucy_yanez]

The waterslide clear transparent your using isn’t the same as clear waterslide?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes, it’s the same thing.

[@rachpreach]

Can you use clear matte sealer instead of gloss?

[@DIYAlex]

I would think that would be fine.

[@MsJerrip1]

OMG!! Thank you!!

[@DIYAlex]

You're welcome! :)

[@samanthawilliams4072]

What printer do you have?? And would I have to get certain ink for it??

[@DIYAlex]

I use Epson Workforce Pro 3720 and no, you just use regular inkjet ink 🙂

[@samanthawilliams4072]

Thank you so much

[@alygarden9875]

Is waterslide ...just for tumblers? Or can they be used on plastic water bottles, as is...no epoxy. ?? Thanks 😊

[@DIYAlex]

It must have epoxy to seal over top of it. So it would not work on water bottles.

[@darlenevenus4398]

Do you always have to use epoxy. Even if you are not using it on a cup or glass.

[@DIYAlex]

You can seal Waterslide with heat if you’re using it on certain materials! I have a tutorial coming out soon on how to do it!

[@kandusjacobs2928]

This was a great tutorial. When I cut my white waterslide it cut it in pieces. What did I do wrong? Thank you for always sharing your knowledge. I appreciate you!

[@DIYAlex]

That has more to do with your cut file then it does with your Waterslide paper. You’re welcome!

[@DIYAlex]

That has more to do with your cut file than it does with your Waterslide paper. You’re welcome!

[@kaylayang8194]

Flatten the image and add an offset boarder if you’d like to give a little space around.

[@arianamagana8518]

Will any rosin printer work? Do i need to prep the cup? Or seal it after ??

[@DIYAlex]

You need an inkjet home printer. Yes, I explain both of those in the video.

[@Libbyjw73]

Have you ever experienced any of your transparent water decals changing or discoloring into like a yellow tinge on a white glittery cup or any color cup?

[@DIYAlex]

I have not, but if you're having that problem I would consider trying a different brand of waterslide so you don't have those issues. My favorite one is linked in the video description if you want to give it a try.

[@Libbyjw73]

Thank you so much. Video was very informative for a newbie.

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome! I’m so glad it was helpful!

[@brutahaha2331]

I had that problem!! I ruined 6 cups! i finally noticed the yellowing on my following 6 cups when I ran out of the clear sealer and used another brand on the next 6 and it was a huge difference!

[@jennagarcia2487]

Can you layer waterslides on top of each other?

[@DIYAlex]

I would not recommend it. If possible just combine the image and print them on one waterslide.

[@davidstepanovich8864]

What silicone brush are you using to remove the water?

[@DIYAlex]

It's similar to this! amzn.to/30721k9

[@natishamontoya7958]

Do you have a tutorial on adding a photo image to a glitter tumbler?

[@DIYAlex]

I would use printable vinyl for a photo. Here’s a tutorial on using printable vinyl on tumblers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6qvfHR3driKe7c

[@normaolguin6269]

How do you seal this? Or no need to seal it?

[@DIYAlex]

The epoxy is the sealer in this case

[@lindseyely2770]

Do you need a special printer or ink?

[@DIYAlex]

No, most home printers are inkjet and they will work just fine.

[@ktroupe91]

Thank you. Very informative video. I have the same printer as you do and have been thinking about making my own waterslides. I am curious how fast you go through ink with this printer? The cost of ink is crazy😳

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you! I will be honest, the ink use is moderate. I have used this printer since January 2020 and I have had to change ink cartridges twice so far. It's not the cheapest for ink use!

[@PrettyT11]

What is the average size decal for a 30 oz tumbler? Does it matter if it is skinny or curve?

[@DIYAlex]

I think it just depends on the design! I typically do 3.25"- 3.5" for a 30 oz tumbler.

[@summerbrooke7575]

Are you just using regular printer ink ?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes, inkjet printer ink.

[@gwenpopaditch1024]

Is the final coat of epoxy spray or painted on?

[@DIYAlex]

Neither, epoxy has to be applied by mixing parts A and B and then applied using your hands or a silicone brush.

[@leahadams7271]

I see that you sealed the waterslide 3 times on the side adhering to the tumbler. Why not the outward facing side you will be adding the epoxy to? That confused me a little as you said it was in preparation for the epoxy? Please clarify... I can see that if you didn’t mirror your image and apply it backwards, then the sealed side would indeed be facing outward..

[@DIYAlex]

There's no ink on the backside, so there's no need to seal it. Plus it has a backing on it until you apply the waterslide. I see how that could be confusing though!

[@bobbiem1721]

What program do you down load to

[@DIYAlex]

You can use Cricut Design Space or just your computer's default program.

[@Samcharlie]

How long did you wait after sealing to cut and apply? My I did three coats and waited 16 hours. My ink started to spread when I went to apply.

[@DIYAlex]

Did you do a layer of epoxy over the tumbler before applying the decal?

[@Samcharlie]

DIY Alex no. Am I supposed to???

[@angeladams7921]

How can you Not be able to see the lines after cutting the picture out

[@DIYAlex]

The sheet is clear so the outer lines aren’t very visible, especially after epoxy.

[@catharine1808]

What type of ink do I need to use?

[@DIYAlex]

Inkjet Printer ink works just fine

[@darlenevenus4398]

I never tried water slide project.

[@dianepryich8834]

Alex you are wonderful.. I wish you were my daughter & if you were, guess whose house I'd be spending all my time at.

[@DIYAlex]

Haha thank you Diane! Ironically I get my craft genes from my grandma. My mom isn’t crafty!

[@bigguyvending]

Noooo.... It's not a tattoo. You don't reverse print them. Follow the directions on the paper.

[@DIYAlex]

There is more than one way to do things. This method worked great for me!

[@bigguyvending]

@@DIYAlex This method is not recommended though.

[@tonyarogers8114]

If you put the water slide paper on like a wine glass, do you have to seal it?

[@tonyarogers8114]

Oh, thank you. You explained this b ether than any video I’ve watched.

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome! I’m so glad it was helpful!