Inkjet Printer Transfer Without Smudging Prints

[@OurUpcycledLife]

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[@mamatree1700]

So the paper gets left on? It's not a transfer? Why not just frame the print? Or am I missing something?

[@lynnwillis4332]

My thought exactly.

[@DawnStarLightning]

Depends on project. Sometimes the look of putting it on wood is better. In this case to make it more rustic she wanted the matte look. My sister in law uses a similar method to make huge collages that she likely would have to pay a ton to frame and then she doesn't have to worry about pictures moving over time.

[@bluecube7247]

Decoupage is gluing paper cut outs onto an object such as a memory box or a serving platter. It's not a transfer. It's fixing paper art to decorate an item.

[@brianb532]

Frame the print... Done. It would be nice to have that much extra time on my hands though. 😊

[@Donna-o3u]

I thought I’d share a method that works for me. I print something on my ink jet printer and iron it between 2 pieces of parchment paper. I then add a light coat of mod podge, Dry it with my hair dryer . When it’s completely dry I iron it again w/ the parchment paper. Finally I put the last layer of Mod Podge, dry it w/ my hair dryer and that’s it. I then decoupage it to what ever I want to put it on. I honestly haven’t had any bleeding of the ink. I got the ironing idea from your other videos. I hope this helps.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

That’s great tips

[@teresaarnone558]

I've tried this too. And great results

[@donnatrobaugh1676]

I print, spray with a clear polyurethane, let dry, then Decoupage. Perfect each time, less steps.

[@KMF3]

​@@donnatrobaugh1676is not working for me but I'm going to try heat setting with iron or oven first and then sealing. Maybe that will work.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

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[@shelly1224]

I love how well you explain and teach on your channel

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I appreciate that!

[@lolitabonita08]

U can use Winsor & Newton Artists’ Fixative that will prevent ink smear...

[@colleenjacobs8210]

Will that eliminate all the steps with hairspray and heat guns? Ty

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have not heard of that product I will look into

[@kd4472]

And it will do a better job than hairspray.

[@caroleeh7269]

I have a question. On your third sentence where you say you apply mod podge, is that to the front or back or both

[@KMF3]

​@@colleenjacobs8210no even that's not going to eliminate the heat setting step. At least it doesn't work with my printer.

[@lorraineespinhempsall1453]

Followed your Ink Jet method for graphic transfer and it worked great! First time I've tried it and will certainly be doing more!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it helped!

[@KMF3]

😢 doesn't work for me

[@lorraineespinhempsall1453]

@@KMF3 I had used the same method with laser jet printing so had a good handle on how hard to rub / how much water to use etc but it's just practice and perhaps a bit more gentle handling but it will give you a good, readable transfer. I admit, laser jet is more foolproof but just keep practicing and you will get great results.

[@ChristieDaniel-tf7uj]

Just did this and it worked great. I love all your videos. Am hooked on up cycling

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Great job!

[@NatashaCreatesThings]

So excited to watch this, my inkjet prints always smear and turn an odd shade of pink!!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@coreenbaxter6195]

I also use hairspray on my chalkboards. It really helps prevent those light touch smudges...but washes off easily.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Oh really never heard of that

[@gmaw23beauties37]

Hairspray after you wrote on it or before? Thanks

[@kd4472]

I have never understood the use of hairspray in craft projects like this, rubber stamping etc. Hairspray is not an art fixative. It's a cosmetic. It's not waterproof; it's water soluble. It does not fully protect against moisture and humidity. Instead just use a product that's made specifically for this purpose: an art fixative spray like Krylon. It's not that expensive and it does the truck for numerous tasks. Bonus: Then you only need to have one item on hand.

[@juliederry3719]

Fantastic tutorial Deirdre, amazing results, tfs x Julie 🇬🇧

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

The glasses of come off didn't you realise when they removed the Pentagon glasses off the EE pigs 😂

[@nancycrippen2349]

Thank you so much for this tutorial.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed.

[@angelbearcreations_ks]

Very helpful! I love the graphic … I’m a tad obsessed with cows 😊 I’ll definitely be purchasing this one!!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Isn’t the cow cute!! 🐮

[@PaigeNicoleKomar]

Just got my ink jet printer yesterday, so can't wait to try lots of your ideas! My first try ended up wrinkling quite a bit even though I tried smoothing it with Saran wrap 😫

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Wonderful!

[@KMF3]

Sometimes you just have to wait for it to dry and the wrinkles work than their way out

[@cuernavacadave]

Often if I want to decoupage using a graphic from my ink jet printer, I will spray it with the clear Rustoleum sealer and let it dry and put the Modge Podge over it, no problem. That being said, I think your idea is much better:) I’m always in such a hurry:) thanks or sharing.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes, that’s a great tip. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@KMF3]

It must be my printer because that just does not work for me.

[@user-yt5dg8nf6y]

Excuse my ignorance but can't you just put the print in the frame??

[@vr1221]

LOL, I was going to ask the same thing! 😂 Just print on photo paper and put in the frame...

[@kd4472]

Yep. 💯

[@KMF3]

Nope.

[@melodymedlock160]

This may prevent a lot of problems? I guess I’ve been lucky. I only have an ink jet printer. I have used it on labels (for ink jet printers), sticker paper (for ink jet printers), photo paper, tissue paper and regular printer paper without baking, hair spray or sealer and have never had a smear or an issue with the ink running. I just make sure the ink is dry first. I usually work with the image the day after printing. I ALWAYS use the iron (heat transfer method) with Mod Podge now as it gives flawless, wrinkle free results but I have used the regular Mod Podge method before without issues as well. I’ve never done the reverse graphic method because I have no interest in spending time rubbing off paper. I may try it just to see if it works though since many of your viewers seem to only have access to ink jet printers and want to try that method themselves. It would be nice to be able to tell others if it works or how to make it work. I did try the method you showed here in this video one year when transferring family photos for gifts. I was terrified I would ruin them if I didn’t go by these instructions as you said they were very important. In my experience, I’ve since learned it hasn’t been necessary . If I can spend less time while creating that’s the route I will take. I’m all about working smarter not harder. However, like I mentioned in the beginning maybe I’ve just been lucky to not run into any issues. I would think I would’ve experienced at least one issue over the many years I’ve been using my ink jet to create for marketing at work and at home while creating though? 🤔 Surely no one is that lucky. Either way these steps could be valuable in a better safe than sorry type of scenario. Maybe a test project would be a good idea just to see if the extra time and materials are truly needed on a case by case basis.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Sounds like you have a great ink jet printer! Fabulous

[@melodymedlock160]

@@OurUpcycledLife I must’ve picked good brands? 😁I’ve owned several different ink jet printers over the years that I’ve used them to create with.

[@KMF3]

​@@melodymedlock160what brand of inkjet printer do you have because it certainly does not work for me. So it must be the printer or the ink.

[@TamyC7]

Thanks so much for this tutorial 🙏🏾❤️

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You’re welcome 😊

[@ketokat333]

How would you work this process on a curved surface like a glass vase ?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Add in peices

[@momvarden]

This was a great tutorial thank you! Would you do the same with tissue paper?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you can!

[@DiRidpath]

The cow looks really cute, but just wondering ...if you're just going to frame it, why not just frame the paper print (unless you don't want glass)?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Exactly

[@kd4472]

Yep. 👍

[@marciascott7700]

I enjoy watching your videos, thank you

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you like them!

[@melaniehooley7515]

I cannot get any of these methods to work, they all smudge. But tried photo paper today, it’s a miracle!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you could get it to work thanks for watching

[@KMF3]

Even when you hear set it first? Darn I was hoping that would be the trick.😢

[@ambduff1]

You're the coolest!!!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@jacquelineleibfried4691]

Can I use a blow dryer in place of a heat gun?

[@colleenjacobs8210]

I am wondering the same thing! Hope we get an answer!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you can it will just have more of a blast of air so don’t let it blow away

[@marybarratt2649]

Thank you Deirdre, a useful tutorial.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SBL1932]

Thank you for sharing this valuable information

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DaxBrandt]

You just solved a very large problem for me. I have a 40" round Ouija board that was printed at a print shop. I can't touch it without getting ink on my hands or gloves. I'm going to try this method and see how it goes, because the printout was $60

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Good luck with your project!

[@alicewills7677]

Thanks for sharing this great video!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@crystalhofawger8353]

Hey dear! I couldn’t find the recipe for the homemade mod podge! I love all your stuff ❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

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[@crystalhofawger8353]

@@OurUpcycledLife thank you 😊

[@beybslifeintheus494]

Great sharing

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@sherrybush2500]

Great video. Thanks for the info.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@debrussell736]

Thank you so much for all these great video I am new to this but love your youtube channel. Will this technique work on a wool round?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have not done that so I’m unsure . Glad your enjoying

[@rosaliecaldwell8667]

Very helpful….thanks for sharing.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@maristelastephan6473]

Hi and greetings from Germany! I'm not sure whether the unit for the oven temperature is given in Fahrenheit or Celsius? Thanks for the great channel and I hope to see many more useful videos. Thanks for your help! 😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Welcome! Lowest setting

[@artsylady3187]

is there a way to do it without hair spray....???

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You could use poly acrylic spray

[@kd4472]

Don't bother with hairspray. Just use an acrylic fixative spray. (Krylon, for example.) Fewer steps, fewer products, more professional.

[@MrsAllum1]

Thanks!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You bet!

[@AugustMussell]

Will this work on tile?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

If chalk painted

[@truthbetold4178]

Great tips! Thank you much~ 🥰

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You are so welcome!

[@witchywoman6607]

I was told by another crafter that all I had to do was spray the inkjet paper with the matte spray alone and have the same results, I mean that seems much easier. What do you think. Please and thanks.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes that works also

[@KMF3]

Doesn't work for me.

[@rese7878]

If you don't have an iron can you use the cricut mini press?? Want a laser color printer, but my lord I didn't realize how much they are until we looked this Christmas.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you sure can!

[@rese7878]

@@OurUpcycledLife ooh thank you for letting me know. Project is beautiful as are all your others. I have been trying to do extensive research for printers,and doesn't look like a color laser anytime soon,but are there any good inkjets out there you may recommend under $150. Have an HP 5000 series and its over 5yrs old and shouldn't be temperamental but it is. Don't use it as much and just baffled by it and looking for new one.

[@geralyn-mm]

@Rese search YT for cheap Crafter printers....bunches come up. I know alot of crafters love their Canon....under $100.

[@rese7878]

@@geralyn-mm is YT KZbin? I've been flip flopping back and forth between an Epson and Canon,but researching Brother as well. The price of some of the ink is mind blowing. I know my HP I have now color is $35 and black is $28,but I swear I go through ink like crazy without printing that much. Thank you for the tip and advice😊

[@lindah120]

Very good info. I’m wondering tho, what the purpose of the parchment paper on the bottom is

[@louwynn6324]

Got the Lazer Jet printer. How do you set it to print letters in reverse?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Google Docs Tutorial: How To Mirror And Flip Images Graphics Photos kzbin.info/www/bejne/jV6bo6Nois-qiZo

[@witchywoman6607]

Hi Deidra, I ran across some leftover White PVC latex in my cellar I was wondering since it’s a primer I have 2 questions can I use that as primer on glass instead of gesso and can I make chalk paint out of this and I don’t have any plaster of paris any other suggestions because I know you know them all. Thanks

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have not used that so I’m unsure

[@gerirauch2769]

Can this be used with a handwritten recipe?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I never like to use original copies. I always take a photocopy of it, and then craft with them.

[@necoragha65]

I just spray them with a matt clear varnish before modpodging them.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes, that will also work to

[@larasmith2616]

This might be a stupid question, but do you let the oven pre-heat to 200° before putting the paper for 10 minutes or do you put the paper in the oven while its pre-heating? 😅

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’ll put in while preheating

[@kimoriold3577]

@@OurUpcycledLife Is that 200F or 200 C? Thank you.

[@KMF3]

​@@kimoriold3577 Fahrenheit

[@AlexS-qw7my]

Hi Deidra. I was attempting to do a reverse transfer onto a bucket using this technique, but I ended up rubbing the image away :( I was using normal computer paper, which may have been the culprit. I know you explain how to do the reverse process in other videos but I can't seem to find the one where you do the reverse process with a ink jet on a concave object. Any videos, or tips or suggestions?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It needs to be painted with chalk paint to work the best

[@alisonmary1443]

I have inkjet and have used furniture wax in my print outs it's quite amazing but I have not played around with it much, lack of time. Would you consider trying this idea with the pro and cons, please? I think you will like it.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Did you use the furniture wax as a topcoat when you were all finished?

[@alisonmary1443]

@@OurUpcycledLife No, I apply 2 coats drying in between each one. It works fantastic with gold leaf glue (size) but I haven't tried other glues, I reckon there will be other stuff that works just as well.

[@gmaw23beauties37]

​@@alisonmary1443 hello,gold leaf glue? Do you mean the wax does ok with adding gold leaf and the glue to the waxed decoupage piece? Sorry..

[@gmaw23beauties37]

Or you mean gold leaf glue instead of modpodge?

[@alisonmary1443]

@@gmaw23beauties37 Sorry I wasn't very clear. 1- inkjet print 2- cover both sides with furniture wax, let dry. 3- apply gold leaf glue to surface that will be covered, let it get tacky. 4- with a dry cloth place printed pic with already dried furniture wax to leaf glue surface with the dry cloth smooth. It is definitely easier to use the hairspray method 😂

[@mehrnazharati495]

thank you for your beautiful tutorials. I would like to purchase prints and stickers that you have on Etsy for my projects to sell. Is there copywrite on them? Please let me know. Thank you.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

No, not at all. You can use them as many times as you want and you can craft with them and sell them. I just love being able to share my graphics to all of my crafting friends ❤️

[@willowheartprimsdecor]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I have an off-topic question, I have a round paper gift box I got from the dollar store, and it has a high glossy finish on it. What can I use to remove the glossy finish without sanding so I can add paper to it? I tried adding paper with mod podge, but the glossy finish had the paper peel off when it was dry. Thank you for any help. :)

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I would use a scuff pad amzn.to/4235u17

[@willowheartprimsdecor]

Is that like the green scrubby ones at the store?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yea that might work also

[@willowheartprimsdecor]

I’ll look into them, I was also thinking nail polish remover too. Thank you for taking time to reply! 😊

[@gmaw23beauties37]

​@@willowheartprimsdecor or a product like a stain blocker before chalk paint?like kilz?

[@cailinsuiledonn]

Can you use this method when printing with inkjet for custom napkins, or am I totally confused 😉😉

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you can!

[@donnah2388]

What is MDF?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Type of pressed wood

[@Tap21201]

Id like to create my own images. How l do that?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Canva is a good program

[@JillCoulombe]

After saturating with hairspray and drying completely, my print was bumpy/gritty. Is that supposed to happen? How do I alleviate it? Thanks!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Did you use an aerosol hairspray or a pump spray? I find the pump spray sometimes will leave little bubbles.

[@JillCoulombe]

@@OurUpcycledLife I used aerosol. Going to try using krylon matte spray instead. Do you know if that will prevent ink from running? One other thing- In this video you say the iron should be on the lowest setting, but in your decoupage hack video I think you say it should be on the highest setting. Which is better?

[@gloriagiefer3013]

The first time I used my heat gun I got all sorts of particles coming out of it, I'm still not able to get rid of that why is this happening?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Hmmm I’m not sure

[@cosmeticsandpurseswithevelyn]

I dont do anything but Decupage it with MOD PODGE and a wet cosmetics brush stright on just add a bit water on to the brush not the printing paper.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching

[@KMF3]

Why iron on lowest setting? I thought it was the highest setting?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Every iron is different so experiment so you don’t scorch

[@evanestrick322]

Can you put the picture down on the wood not the back of the picture

[@victoria.llamas_08]

Why do some of my reverse transfers look smudged even though I'm using an ink jet printer. Leave it to me to accomplish this

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Are you using an inkjet printer, or a laser jet printer that will make the difference

[@RainorShine1]

So u just put the paper on top on the board. Mmm

[@KentuckyGinger]

This absolutely did not work for me. The only difference I see is that I printed on tissue paper but I have tried 2 different firm aerosol hairsprays and have had nothing but smudging and bleeding.. Please help.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Oh no! Maybe try some polycrylic matte spray

[@melaniehooley7515]

Use photo paper, it’s amazing

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

Like i was saying 😂

[@VICKI-d5q]

Use a glue stick.