Making DIY Vellum Paper-Handmade Transparent Paper-Super Easy Project

[@leeannsutherland858]

My mom and I used to craft together and we would laugh and have such fun! Listening to you both brought that back to me, she been gone for over a year now, and I really miss crafting with her!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@leeannsutherland858. Hi Leanne, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. It is a special blessing for a mother and daughter to be best friends and enjoy the same interests and be able to have fun together. Thank you so much for your sweet comment. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@Faithful10415]

Wow! This is a technique I can’t wait to try. Thank you for sharing this. I love how they turn out! I also love that the reverse side is just as gorgeous. I have been paper crafting for several years and never heard of this technique and it always amazes me at the new techniques people come up with.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@Faithful10415 Hello, This is a really cool process but recommend that you watch the Part 2 to this video where we go into much more detail about things we learned about this process. • Making DIY Vellum Paper Part 2 (link is in description) There is a chance you could get some oil transfer on other papers so you want to take care drying the papers. Some of our viewers recommend using less oil and ironing between layers of paper towel until all oil is absorbed. We are in the process of trying another way to achieve the same effect without using oil. If it works we will be uploading a video on it in the near future. Thanks so much for watching! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@DevonKaren. Hi Kas, Yes, you will want to make sure the paper is really dry. Just be sure to take time rubbing and blotting oil off of the paper. Using the hair dryer works well to dry but you still need to let it dry overnight. To be safe, after you feel your paper is dry let it set overnight on a piece of clean paper and if it is still wet it will leave oil. Just leave it to dry and repeat this method until no excess oil appears. Thanks for watching! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@judybesta8042]

I just downloaded the most beautiful stained glass page files from Etsy. I cannot wait to try this method on those pages. I'm sure they will be gorgeous! Perfect for my prayer journal. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@judybesta8042. Hi Judy, Those pages would be beautiful for your journal. Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. Thanks so much for your comment. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@Faithful10415]

Wow that will look amazing!

[@hilltopviewjournals]

Wow I just put your video on and you said my name!!! Thank you so much for answering my question ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@DonnaHarmon-x4j]

I tried coconut oil and it worked as well as baby oil

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@DonnaHarmon-x4j Hi Donna, That is cool that coconut oil works. That is something most everybody has in their kitchen. We are thinking about a Part 2 to this video, if we do it we will mention your tip. When using coconut oil or baby oil be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. Thanks for your coconut oil tip we will be trying it. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@debbiesilver3549]

Wow I’m addicted! This method has revived a big batch of poor quality printouts on thin copy paper to the point of being among my fav’s, love it!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@debbiesilver3549. Hi Debbie, So happy you are enjoying this process. We have to admit it is fun! Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@micheledore1973]

New viewer. Saw this through Steph’s comment. I love these and way easier than waxing! ❤❤

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@micheledore1973 Hi Michele, We love the looks of this as well but if you are going to try it , please check out our “ Part 2” video first. There is a lot of helpful information and experiments we have tried to try to lessen the effect of the possibility of oil transferring to other papers in your projects. Thanks for watching! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@jacquelineagular8555]

You two are so cute together! New subbie!! Looking forward To viewing all your videos!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@jacquelineagular8555 Hi Jacqueline, Thanks for your sweet comment and thank you so much for subscribing! We try to come up with some fun and informative videos. Hope you'll enjoy them. We put up at least 1 new video a week. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@carold.9626]

Wow, looks cool !! Love new ideas !! Thanx for sharing, also to Stephanie !! 😅❤ patti, NO WORRIES bout your "mistakes " makes things unique 😂 , love your projects !! 🎉

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@carold.9626 Hi, 😂 Thanks for your sweet comment! This is a fun idea but If you decide to try this method be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other papers around them. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. We are putting up a video Part 2 with results of our testing in regards to sealing the paper so they will not leave oil marks. We may be able to get that video up Sunday or Monday but live in Florida and we have a major tropical storm/hurricane which may be hitting our area on Sunday/Monday. We think we have found a solution to the excess oil problem. Hope you can check out the Part 2 video to this video. Lots of good information. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@carolm9451]

Nice! I love making "vellum" paper. I have used baby oil in the past, will try drying with a blow dryer, as mine never seems to quite dry and will leave some oil on nother paper, hmmm. When I do the wax method, I'll add another paper and iron on top of my finished one, will do this several times with several sheets of paper to remove excess wax, then there's little risk of it melting onto another page with changes in heat in the house, lol. Okey doke, onto your wax paper video, sounds interesting. Thanks for sharing!!! 💜💜💜

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@carolm9451 Hi again Carol, We have not tried the wax method yet but we are going to because we love the look of the vellum with baby oil and hope the wax method will be similar. We know in your other comment you mentioned spraying the oiled paper with a matte sealer, have you tried that on the paper by itself without the oil to get a vellum effect? ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@carolm9451]

@@PrintnPixelStudio Hey, sorry, went for an overnight with twin and just getting back. You DO NOT put anything on the paper, just the clear spray, it soaks in and dries, no mess. Again, you can print on your paper, I use basic 20 weight, and then just spray as even of a coat as possible. you can always go back and respray if you missed a section. I've also printed on piano paper roll and sprayed that, turned out gorgeous, so just an FYI 😊 I used to work for LeeWards, back in the day, lol, then Michaels bought us. I was also their floral designer so have tons of different sprays. Any brand will work, even gloss will work, but since I've used all the old stuff I had I now just use the matte. I bought some from Amazon at the beginning of the year, the have the best price, and I was ordering enough to get free shipping, here's the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y1BUEQE?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 Walmart has a decent price and Menards, if it's on sale, if you have that store. It's just called Acrylic clear sealer, of course, Hobby Lobby and Michael's, but not always the best price. I believe I saw the orginal video from Nik the Booksmith...

[@carolm9451]

Oh, one thing I forgot to mention, when you're done using the sealer, turn the can upside down and spray until it's just air, this prevents it from clogging. 🤔 I found that out using glitter spray, a big waste of a lot of money when it's basically full and won't spray, jeepers!! 😡

[@gAIL-w7r]

I also tried it with images I stamped with archival ink and it worked on that also.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@gAIL-w7r Hi, That is great that the stamped images work.We will have to give that a try, it would be a fun project. Did you get a chance to watch Part 2 to this video? The link to it is in the description below video. There is a problem with the oiled pages transferring some oil to other pages they come in contact with. We have experimented with many processes to remove the excess oil, with no success. However, we have seen a few other crafters spraying their oiled papers with Rustoleum Painters Touch 2X Ultra Cover Clear Gloss. They say they have had great success with this sealing the papers. We have not tried but we intend to do so. It seems to be the only solution for controlling the oil transfer. We will give it a try this week and have results in our video that will be on our channel Monday 10/28. Thanks again for your tip on the stamping! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@paulafowler3597]

Patti & Debbie, I have never seen this. Hubby is at the grocery store, I sent a message to get a small bottle of baby oil. I am going to try this when he gets home. Thanks for sharing this idea and thank you to the fowller that asked the question. I have never seen this trick. Thank-you very much!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@paulafowler3597. Hi Paula, So happy you like this idea. We did too. Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@paulafowler3597]

@@PrintnPixelStudio i wondered about this as you were showing your beautiful images. I am going to leave them until no oil is left to transfer. Thank you again for sharing this!!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@paulafowler3597 Your Welcome! 😊

[@Quill._]

What a great technique! So many possibilities.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@Quill._ Hello, This is a really fun process but be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other papers around them. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. We will have a Part 2 to this video showing our test results on our channel by Sunday or Monday. Hope you get a chance to check it out. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@susancooper9966]

This is a great idea. I’m definitely going to try this. Thanks for sharing.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@susancooper9966 Hi Susan, This is a super fun project! Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We have been experimenting with processes to seal the papers. We think we have a success 🤞 If it turns out a winner we will be doing a Part 2 to this video and sharing that information. Thanks for watching! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@DonnaHarmon-x4j]

Virgin unrefined coconut oil expeller pressed that is what I used and it turned out gorgeous

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@DonnaHarmon-xrj We are going to try this for sure. ❤

[@KnowHimKnowPeace8]

Hello, how are you ladies doing? This is such a great idea. I am reading through the comment section and I am so impressed with how you are taking the time to explain the process of making sure that the papers are completely dry before putting them in journals. I read that you are going to be testing ways to seal the paper. Once the paper is as dry as it can get do you think that applying corn starch to it will help soak up the residual oil without changing the look of the paper? Tfs🙂💜.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@KnowHimKnowPeace8 Good Morning, We will try your corn starch suggestion today and include it in our new video which will be Part 2 to this video with results of our tests. That video should be on our channel Sunday or Monday at the latest. Thanks so much for your suggestion. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@welthasmith866]

I tried the tracing paper [after I finally located it] . Not much difference,but I had a new roll of DT parchment paper and it is fantastic. To my eyes it is the same look as vellum just not as stiff, but the transparence is a wonder to me. Thank you!!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@welthasmith866 Hi Weltha, We will have to try the parchment paper. Sounds cool. We will have a new video on Sunday or Monday with the results of our experiments on how to absorb the excess oil out of the paper so it won't transfer onto other papers. We have a major tropical storm/ possible hurricane coming our way anytime from Sunday thru Tuesday so if you don't see video it will be because of storm situation. I know you said your kids live in Florida, I hope they are not in the track of the storm. Can't wait to try the parchment paper!❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@welthasmith866]

@@PrintnPixelStudio My kids live in the Tampa area,although it seems as though it may not matter where a person lives. Who would have thought of the mountains here in Tn. and N. C. could flood.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@welthasmith866 This weather is crazy! No place to run! 😟

[@katherinehawkes]

What an awesome technique! This is a game changer. Thank you for sharing. Be especially blessed. ❤

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@katherinehawkes Hi Katherine, Thank you for your nice comment. This is a really fun process but be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. Thanks again for your comment. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@jwiki1]

I love this idea! I don’t have baby oil but I am thinking the essential oils I make will work, and then they smell wonderful!!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@jwiki1 Hi, We have not tried essential oils but it sounds like a great idea. We don't know why they wouldn't work and you are right the smell would be wonderful. Let us know how they turn out. Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Thanks for sharing your idea! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@DebH-bl8ku]

Thank you for sharing this technique. I love the vintage look it gives the paper. Do you know how this treatment affects how long the paper will hold up? And will it do future damage to the paper and photos it comes in contact with?

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@DebH-bl8ku Hi, We do not know how long the paper will hold up. We would think it will last for quite awhile but it is not archival. We would not recommend using it on any kind of paper that you might want to preserve for many years. We would not recommend using on photos you want to preserve. The photos you see in the picture have been photocopied on to copy paper, they are not originals. If you decide to try this method be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other papers around them. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. We are putting up a video Part 2 with results of our testing in regards to sealing the paper so they will not leave oil marks. This video should be on our channel Sunday or Monday. Thanks for your question and for watching our video.❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@LaurieUnger]

Brilliant! Fun technique with so many possibilities!!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@LaurieUnger Hi Laurie, Thanks for your comment. It is a fun process! If you decide to try it be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We have been researching and testing sealing methods for the paper and we think we have a winner. Gonna keep testing a couple more days just to be sure but if successful we will have Part 2 to this video this weekend with results. Thanks for watching. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@gAIL-w7r]

What do you use if you want to attach it to another paper.since it is a bit oily? How can you use these in projects? I tried it and it is great.

[@DDee-oi6kn]

What a fabulous idea! I will give it a try since I can't print on vellum with my copier!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@DDee-oi6kn Hi, Thank you for your comment. Yes, this does solve the problem a lot of us have about printing on vellum. When you do this process be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@joannsmerda983]

Terrific idea ladies. Enjoyed your video!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@joannsmerda983 Hi Joann, Thanks so much for your comment. If you decide to use this process be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We have been testing other oils and sealing methods and we think we have found a winner! Still testing for a couple more days to be sure but if it is a success we will have a Part 2 with results this weekend. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@Veronim78]

Just subscribed to your channel and enjoyed video. Definitely will be trying this technique. Looks very cool and easy to do. Thank you for sharing. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@Veronim78 Hi, Thank you so much for subscribing! This project is really fun to do and the papers look beautiful. *Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. Thanks for watching and we will keep updating this series with any new information we get. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@SteffiCullen]

Interesting and great idea 🧡

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@SteffiCullen. Hi, These are a lot of fun to do. Hope you will give them a try! If you do be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@SteffiCullen]

Thank you for the great explanations 🧡​@@PrintnPixelStudio

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

HI Steff, New video now on channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3WspnxufbirZ5o

[@welthasmith866]

How did I not know about this ? I love this and will try it right now. What does it do with tracing paper? I will find out. Thank you for showing the results of this technique.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@welthasmith866 Hi Weltha, How are you, we are still waiting for more project ideas from you. This is a super fun idea. We have not tried it on tracing paper. *Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If not dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! Let us know how the tracing paper turns out. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@welthasmith866]

@@PrintnPixelStudio thank you for the instructional help. Did you girls come thru the storm unscathed? My family lives in FL. and I had concern for all. Thank you for your channel. I love seeing you both,whoops! I only hear Debbie. If I get a new idea it will be shared with you. Again, thanks.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@welthasmith866 Hi Weltha, We are all good hear! Where in Florida does your family live? Hope they are all fine! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@americangirl3497]

Love this

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@americangirl3497 Hello, Thank you for your comment. If you decide to make these we are recommending that you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. They do turn out gorgeous! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@MariaPNW]

I might have missed it but will this work only on laser-printed images vs. ink jet? I've done the melted wax technique on ink jet prints, and that works good since the wax doesn't soak as much as the oil. I guess I should just try.

[@saoneill908]

Greetings. I have tried this method and did not have good luck. Even weeks later it still would leave little spots of oily residue on other papers whether on top or beneath. I even tried a spray acrylic sealer, and it still did. I do not know if it has anything to do with the environment. Fortunately I didn't put it in a journal before testing it. It does produce a great result. If you do find a way to seal, please share. Thank you.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@saoneil908 Hello, Thanks so much for your comment. It is important to get feedback from viewers who have tried this project. We are testing lots of ways to seal the paper or to remove excess oil. Hopefully we can find a solution because this does produce a great effect and so many people are interested in doing it. We will be doing another video on this and will definitely include your experience. Thanks again for your input. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@jl4643]

I had a similar problem. Ruined a couple of things near it & was so upset, thankfully not in a journal but I would be interested if a fix is found to seal properly. Although I’m not sure it would be worth all of the time. Maybe better to print on vellum. But then I don’t want to jam my printer either.

[@KimberlyGould-w2s]

Agree. This will always leave oil residue. Not a viable option.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@jl4643 Hi, Thanks for your input and letting us know about your experience with this process. We will be passing this information on to all viewers. We will be doing a new video this weekend and showing all the results of our testing. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@KimberlyGould-w2s Hi Kimberly, Thanks for your information. There needs to be more videos out there that talk about the negative aspect of this process. We will be putting out a video this weekend about our experience and testing we are doing to see if we can come up with a solution. We will talk about all of the methods we used, failures and success's (if any). ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@DevonKaren]

When you say dry, do you mean really dry, the oil will not transfer to other papers/pages and make greasy marks? Also, how do you know when it is dry, is it just a feel or touch type of thing? Sorry for the simple questions, but I'm concerned about it making a mess of the pages and embellishments around it! Thank you for showing us a great idea, hugs Kas xxxx

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@DevonKaren. Hi Kas, Wasn't sure if our first reply went through, it did not show up on Yt. Yes, you will want to make sure the paper is really dry. Just be sure to take time rubbing and blotting oil off of the paper. Using the hair dryer works well to dry but you still need to let it dry overnight. To be safe, after you feel your paper is dry let it set overnight on a piece of clean paper and if it is still wet it will leave oil. Just leave it to dry and repeat this method until no excess oil appears. Thanks for watching! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@DevonKaren]

Patti and Debbie, thank you so much for replying and answering my question/s, I'm going to have a play, and when my hubby see's what I'm doing I'll blame you, hahaha, thanks again Kas xxxxxxxxx

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@DevonKaren 🤣😂

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

I have the same question. I like the look of faux vellum, but, at this time, I am unable to try for myself (no studio space at all, at least at this time). I watched another video (unfortunately, I have forgotten the channel) where the presenter said to let the paper sit, sandwiched between paper towels, for several days, then apply a light coat of spray sealer. Haven't tried it, so it's definitely an experiment.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@jeraldbaxter3532 Hi Jerald, Thank you for your information. We will try this method and let you know of the results. We love hearing from our viewers with tips and suggestions about our videos. Thanks for watching!❤😊 Patti and Debbie. p.s. If you happen to remember the channel you saw this on please forward link to us. We would like to check it out! Thanks again for information. 😊

[@russanncorby8523]

Great video 😊. Was wondering if you can write on this paper after it’s dry ?

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@russanncorby8523. Hi, Yes, you can write on the paper once it is dry. If you have not watched the Part 2 video to this video please do so. It goes into more detail about the drying process for these pieces. We are experimenting now with leaving the paper in baking soda for a week to see if it will absorb all of the excess oil. We should have results of that in our next video which will be out on next Monday. Please watch Part 2 because there is also a lot of ideas and information from our other viewers in the comments section that is helpful. .Thanks for watching! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@russanncorby8523 Hi, I forgot to mention link to Part 2 video is in the description 😊

[@janet_mattson05]

Does the type of printer matter? Inkjet vs laser? TIA. Love your videos ❤

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@janet_mattson05. Hi Janet, No, type of printer does not matter. We use an inkjet printer. If you decide to do this process be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! So happy you like our videos! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@catyps3654]

hola desde España. Preciosos. ¿Se pegan bien en otro papel o se deberán coser? Gracias.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@catyps3654 Hello, Thank you for your question. You can stick them down with glue. Glitter Glue seems to work the best. We glued the faux vellum to a piece of regular vellum and it adhered perfectly. We tried Glitter Glue and Yes past using faux vellum on card stock and both worked perfectly. Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@letriciabrown4898]

Hello I'm new to your channel I am enjoying it so far. I am definitely going to try this technique. After it dries is it oily to the touch and does it leave oil residue on your journal pages when you put them in your journal?

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@letriciabrown4898 Hi Letricia, After it initially dries it does not feel oily to the touch. We are suggesting that you *Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. Thanks for watching and we will keep updating this series with any new information we get. Thanks for your question and so happy you are enjoying our channel. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@tanahaines1043]

Will this work with ink jet copies or do they have to be a specific type of printer?

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

Hi Tana, All of our images are printed on an ink jet printer on inexpensive copy paper. Before you try this process please watch our Part 2 video we just listed on our channel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3WspnxufbirZ5o Thanks for watching our channel! Patti and Debbie

[@laurafesmire309]

I’m a newbie to you channel loving this idea! ❤ so I have a very good in jet printer 🖨️ and I was wondering. If I print on copy paper and use baby oil. Then it will come out this way. Or what are you printing on

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@laurafesmire309 Hi Laura, We are printing on an ink jet printer and using inexpensive copy paper. Copy paper is the best because it is thin. Do not use card stock or specialty papers. Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well after applying the oil.We use old terry cloth towels to do this. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. Thanks so much for your comment. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@lisaalexander6335]

Does oil comes off and stain the journal?

[@jl4643]

I advise not trying it in your journal until you are sure it won’t bleed. I experienced that on my projects & it had been over a month afterward & I wasn’t excessive with the oil. It felt dry to the touch but bled little oil spots onto everything that rested against it.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@lisaalexander6335. Hi Lisa, Thanks for your questions. If papers are not fully dried there is a possibility this might happen. However, we have been researching and trying different techniques to seal the papers. We think we have found a winner! Still testing for a couple more days. If it works we will be putting up a Part 2 to this video with our results. Right now we recommend to be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@jl4643 Hi, Thanks for your comment we always like to get feedback from our viewers. We have been testing different oils and sealing methods and we think we have a winner. We will be testing our "winner" a couple more days just to be sure. If it is a success we will do Part 2 to this video with the results this weekend.

[@KimberlyGould-w2s]

Yes

[@jl4643]

Thanks so much for replying! I subscribed today & am looking forward to seeing your fix 😊

[@jl4643]

It’s beautiful but I have ruined a number of projects when mine bled onto them over a month or 2 after creating them & I wasn’t heavy handed with the oil. I will stick with your waxed paper technique or just buy vellum & print on it. 😊

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@jl4643 Hi, Thanks for your comment. We like to hear from viewers who have tried a process or project and can give input about their experience. It is super helpful to all of us! As I mentioned in your previous comment we think we might have found a method that works to seal the oil into the paper. Keeping our fingers crossed. We will be sharing that information it it turns out successful! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@jl4643]

It is such a beautiful effect Hope you’ve found a successful fix 😀 I will be on the look out for your video.

[@amandajoyr1]

I love this idea, can I use glycerine, and does it make the paper thinner. Cause I would like to make paper fabric.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@amandajoyr1. Hi Amanda, Wow, what a great idea! We have not tried glycerine so we can't answer this question. It is such a great idea we think we want to give it a try. If you try it, we hope you will let us know how it turns out. If you do happen to use baby oil be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Thanks for your question and super interesting idea! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@jl4643]

@@PrintnPixelStudio I will be interested to see if you find a way to seal them since mine bled onto things around it even over a month after making it. It is an amazing technique that would be a favorite for me if not for that issue 🙏😊

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@@jl4643 HI, Check out our new video on test results for the oil issue. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3WspnxufbirZ5o . ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@christinabotha5652]

I've tried this a few years back and decided not to do it again as it actually took weeks for the oil to dissipate and worst of all I didn't like the end result with the cardstock used - I'm now thinking after seeing this that the cardstock or paper cannot be too thick for this method to work efficiently.

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@christinabotha5652 Hi Christina, Thank you for your comment. Yes, we think the thinner paper is the way to go with this process. We are recommending to blot and rub your papers really well with a terry cloth or other thick towel. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to air dry for about a week after using drying method in video. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight on a clean piece of paper weighted with a heavy book. (good idea even after a week). If they are not totally dry they will leave oil marks on other pages. Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to air dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! We are experimenting now with processes to seal the papers. If we have success we will be putting up a new video with results. Some crafters have sealed them with Rustoleum clear spray sealer. We have not tried this so we cannot say how it works. If you have any tips to share we would love to hear from you. ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@Kat-gx3se]

Were the pages printed with an ink jet printer or laser? I'm dying to try this!

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

@Kat-gx3se Hi, These were printed using an ink jet printer and inexpensive copy paper. *Be sure you blot and rub your papers really well. To be sure they are totally dry leave them to dry for a week. If you want to use them sooner test them overnight (after original drying method) on a clean piece of paper weighted down with a heavy book. If not dry they will leave oil marks.(good idea even after a week). Hair dryer helps to dry but we recommend leaving at least overnight to dry and do the paper test method. Better safe than sorry! They are fun to do and they come out gorgeous! ❤😊 Patti and Debbie

[@Kat-gx3se]

@@PrintnPixelStudio Thanks , will do. Good to know the ink jet images will not smear. 😃

[@PrintnPixelStudio]

Hi, Check out our new video on test results for oil problem. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3WspnxufbirZ5o. Patti and Debbie