HOW TO: Print, Prep, & Apply Waterslide Decals Tutorial!

[@airangel2win]

This was thorough and comprehensive. You have dispelled my fears for using waterslides.

[@PgPgDn]

I know this video is older but thanks for the detailed instructions!

[@1990tootie]

You were definitely a big help thanks so much 🎉❤

[@peggylubke213]

Very nice. Thank you from sunny Florida!

[@suestefan1750]

Can u go over what paper I should buy, clear or white? I have no idea what I’m putting image on yet?

[@cw4608]

Great tutorial. Ingenious holder for stabilizing glasses and mugs!

[@MzJuice96]

Do you need regular ink or can you use sublimation ink

[@kwildernurse]

My decals seem to rip too easy. I make them) is there a better thicker paper?

[@marysorrells]

Do you have to have a cricket or can you just print from your computer?

[@scrapawayDarcy]

Thank you for this video. You mentioned doing one with showing tricks for doing waterslides on dark surfaces. I can’t find it. Which video is it in?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

Coming soon!

[@fernandaarcentales2530]

Hi my decal turned kind of pink when I put the gloss clear spray . Is that normal?

[@uroestefano9067]

Thanks!

[@Samcherub]

i tried printing a photo on the glossy side. Used Epson ET 2400 printer. I opened the PNG from downloads folder and used "photo on Photo Paper Glossy". I dont get good quality printed. Any software in specific you use for printing?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

On my Epson printer, I normally choose “Presentation Matte” but idt it really matters cos it never matches my print settings in my computer. To get a good quality print, you have to make sure that the resolution of your photo is pretty high. Any resolution less than 300 dpi will not be of good print quality. I do all my work in Adobe Photoshop before I print. Hope that helps. Good luck.

[@djbongwater]

I'm trying reapply the nintendo gamecube logo to a controller which has been painted, am I in the right place?

[@terrybarnhill8451]

How can I put a water slide on an acrylic 16 oz tumbler?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

Yes you can but you’ll have to seal it to the cup using a coat of resin if you want the image to be permanent.

[@garibay3138]

Do you epoxy over just the image or the whole tumbler again

[@أمالسوس-ك5ش5ض]

What Apply do you use?? What is the name of the printer you are using and the ink

[@Waylander131]

I wonder is there a way to create white foreground decal to apply on a dark surface? I want to create white text over a dark-grey plastic base.

[@rsbobeenie]

The sell white decal paper.

[@eveninglakegems9410]

Can you see the edges of the waterslide the same way you can tape once the resin is on? Thanks.

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

The majority of the time, no, you can’t really see the edges. If it is visible after epoxy, that’s most likely do to poor application or not placing the waterslide on top of a non-sanded glossy surface. I personally have not used tape under my epoxy so I don’t know what that looks like. I hope that helps. Let me know if you’re still unclear from my explanation & I can help troubleshoot any issues you may be having. TFW!

[@cindystone6]

Can you do temp tattoos for kids with this?

[@prudencioplata181]

what printer u used?

[@aprildavis6108]

Do you have to have a water slide printer or will any printer work as long as you use the water slide paper ?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

As long as you use the correct type of waterslide paper for your printer and you seal it correctly before using, any printer should work.

[@karenfransisco6667]

What printer are you using now you said you up graded. Was it an Epsom et 2720 that is you newest printer? I need to get one but just do not know what to get

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

Yes, I purchased the Epson 2720. I absolutely love it!

[@أمالسوس-ك5ش5ض]

What is the name of the printer you are using and the ink

[@Angelacreatesart]

How does the spray paint not bleed the ink

[@france492]

hi there, thank you for your explanations. My question is : is it the same process for nails wraps? I want to try to make some and I got this waterslide paper and I aneed to see how you use the paper on nails:-) thank you very much.

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

I’ve never used them for nails but I imagine the process would be the same just on a much much smaller scale. I would just make sure to let the paper dry completely & then seal it really well with your topcoat. Good luck!

[@gigilockridge406]

you can use the same process. My daughter does nails and she uses this process.

[@takitaclark8096]

Do I let the paper dry before adding the clear sheet over it?

[@charliegregg9447]

Do always reverse print all decals such as pictures of people?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

It’s personal preference if you want to reverse print your decals at all if you’re using clear waterslide paper. It depends if you plan on applying it with the print face down or face up. I hope that helps. TFW!

[@charlesball9977]

@@MimiJocelynDesigns When you did the reverse how did the decal stick if you stuck the side down that you sprayed with the clear how did it stick? Did you use any setting solution?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

@@charlesball9977 If you reverse apply the decal, the waterslide decal will temporarily stick to your surface from both the decal and your substrate being wet. It’s very important to get out all the water in between the 2 surfaces otherwise bubbles will appear. After the waterslide decal completely dries, it’s best to seal it onto your substrate with an acrylic sealer. I normally epoxy after my sealer dries so it permanently adheres to my substrate. I hope that helps. Let me know if you still have questions. I will also be posting a new video soon as an update to this video. I’ll be answering many questions that people have been having so hopefully that will help you as well. Thank you so much for watching and have a great day! Big Hugs!

[@charlesball9977]

@@MimiJocelynDesigns Thank you so much for our explanation! Much appreciated.

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

@@charlesball9977 Absolutely! I hope it helped!

[@farfrombroken9868]

What did you use to seal the decal before you applied it to the cup?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

I used a clear gloss spray.

[@1028dls]

​@@MimiJocelynDesignsI use krylon and it yellows. Which one do you use?

[@IndiARTZCreations]

Can you use water slide on resin pieces?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

Do you mean cured resin pieces? Yes, absolutely! I have a tutorial on my channel using waterslides on resin notebook covers if you want to check it out. Good luck!

[@pinkdavis41]

Question what software do you use to create your designs??

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

For the most part, I design everything using Photoshop.

[@les1ed]

so on the regular you dont add paint ?

[@nicoleding5572]

How long do the Decals last? Are they dishwasher safe?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

The decals are not permanent by themselves. They’ll be as durable as the sealant you use. Unless used under epoxy, they would not last nor would they be dishwasher safe since most tumblers are not dishwasher safe if they contain any amount of stainless steel. What do you plan on using the waterslide paper on? What substrate?

[@nicoleding5572]

@@MimiJocelynDesigns I was hoping that this would work on ceramic mugs, as an alternative to the cricut heat press and sublimation. Do you have to use a sealant or does baking seal the decals in? What sealants do you recommend other than epoxy? Thanks :)

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

@@nicoleding5572 Without a sealant, waterslides will not withstand any type of use. It would simply peel off or disintegrate. The only other alternative to using epoxy would be using Brite Tone from Crystalac. I personally have never used it myself but many tumbler artists do that cannot tolerate epoxy. Maybe also look into coating the entire cup with a few coats of dishwasher safe mod podge. Hope that helps! Good luck.

[@nicoleding5572]

@@MimiJocelynDesigns Thank you :)

[@babylynfernandez8379]

What ink do you used?

[@CourtWatchAu]

Great

[@tumblebeez5310]

Thank you!!

[@rogersoriano8226]

how long will it last?

[@melissacornett2739]

Do you use standard inkjet ink??

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

No, the ink doesn’t come in a cartridge. They are chambers that you fill for each color.

[@nikkenzgraphics8351]

Can I use water slide decal paper on shirt

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

No you cannot since the shirt is porous. You can only use waterslide decals on non-porous substances. I hope that helps.

[@whatscracking8831]

What printer do you use and model

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

I use the Epson Ecotank 2720.

[@kaylajoseph8087]

Can you use sublimation ink ?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

No, waterslides are not compatible with sublimation ink.

[@anash5597]

Will this work on wood ?

[@joshuajkoplin]

Waterslide work on wood if the wood have been clear coated first. Many guitar headstock decals are waterslide decals.

[@NLChenet]

Do I do words mirrored?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

Only if you’re planning on using it on a dark background. But generally, no, you do not have to print the image mirrored.

[@alexisriddle2986]

How long do you wait between each time?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

I’m not sure I understand your question. What is “each time” referring to?

[@alexisriddle2986]

@@MimiJocelynDesigns Oops sorry lol. How long do you wait between each time you spray the water slide paper?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

@@alexisriddle2986 Oh ok. Lol. I normally wait at least 30 minutes (mostly when the temperature is warm) before applying another coat. But if you see that it’s still too wet, I’d wait a little longer. You can also use a hair dryer to speed up the dry time. Hope that helps!

[@quaintwoods5456]

can it be used on mdf?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

I don’t see why not. But you’ll have to prep it to make it a glossy surface before applying it to the mdf. You can use a clear gloss spray paint to achieve that. Hope that helps.

[@allylovell2914]

U make it look so easy I just can not do it

[@buzzbuzz7365]

Great video but found the intro way too long

[@fernandaarcentales2530]

Hi my decal turned kind of pink when I put the gloss clear spray . Is that normal?

[@MimiJocelynDesigns]

Your decal shouldn’t turn any color when spraying the clear spray. Did you make sure your print out was completely dry before sealing it? I always wait at least 15 minutes after printing & also zap it lightly with a heat gun to make sure the ink on the surface is completely dry. Without seeing your decal that’s the only thing I can think of re: the color change. Hope that helps!

[@fernandaarcentales2530]

@@MimiJocelynDesigns I did waited until next day actually I don’t know why this is happening. Thank you for your reply

[@أمالسوس-ك5ش5ض]

What is the name of the printer you are using and the ink

[@أمالسوس-ك5ش5ض]

What is the name of the printer you are using and the ink