How to: Foil Leftovers without Toner Sheets | Card Making, Mixed Media & Craft Techniques

[@heatherkosinski6126]

Just an FYI -- Crafty Critta in Australia sells COLORED toner sheets, so you're not just stuck with black. I still like the idea of being able to use waste foil on patterned paper, though, so this was definitely helpful. Thanks!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Mind Blown! 🤯 I'm gonna have to check that out! TFS!

[@heatherkosinski6126]

@@NicoleWattCreates No problem! It's kind of a cool look, too. 🙂

[@lindapullan6937]

Thank you for some great tips. The only thing I would add is to use a bone folder, old credit card or brayer to smooth out the bubbles when applying the foil to the adhesive sheets.

[@BeatlesFanSonia]

Any color of toner works well. It doesn’t have to be black. Heat and Bond light is a much cheaper option than hot melt sheets!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Yes - as I've shared with many of the comments here, Therm-o-Web is the maker of Heat & Bond - which comes in various strengths and is usually used for sewing. The Heat & Bond light works just like the hot melt sheets, and may be found at a lower price point at your local fabric store! Unfortunately, many crafters don't have access to a color laser printer to print out their own toner sheets, and rely on industry ones that typically only come in black on white, kraft, or clear.

[@shiba_inu_mom]

Wow, this is sooo helpfull, I wish I could give you a thousands thumbs up 👍👍👍 At first the heat melting sheets were a little hard to find on Amazon but I managed. Thanks so much for your awesome spot on instructions and your wounderfull results of using up the leftovers.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Thanks for the love! I'm glad that you found the tips and technique helpful. Here's another tip: If you happen to have any sewing products sitting around - Heat n Bond (also by Therm-o-web) is basically the same product. It's a no-sew fuser. You might get it cheaper by the yard (or in package) as Heat n Bond. The Heat n Bond Lite seems to be about the same weight. Either way - have fun!

[@shiba_inu_mom]

@@NicoleWattCreates Thank you so much for the additional product ideas, I will check them out (as I am not a passionate sewing person the approach to glue rather than sew resonates with me too 🤭)

[@christineb6524]

Truly a good idea…thanx again for showing how ✌🏽

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Glad you liked it!

[@ru4repeattoo]

Thank you for sharing your passion! These are ideas or amazing.🤩

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Glad you like them!

[@legacybuilder9664]

This video came at just the right time. I am looking forward to foiling my cards, first timer!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Glad I could help out! Check out this video too - it will give you some helpful toner foiling tips! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoekaZ98oJuWptk

[@LDruma]

I was just thinking.....could probably use double sided iron on interfacing. It looks very similar and might be more cost effective. I have some and will try it.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Yup - it's the same thing! I recommend the lightweight interfacing, but any you have should work!

[@LDruma]

Also frabic spray adhesive works. Lightly spray cardstock and process as normal.

[@LDruma]

I just did the double sided interfacing, it worked great. I also left the clear film on, so the sticky bits, spaces stay covered.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

@@LDruma awesome! Thanks for sharing! I found that I was able to remove the clear film and it was not sticky afterwards. Though, it took a bit of muscle to rip it off!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

@@LDruma Ooh! Great tip! Thanks for sharing your experiment!

[@Jackin2002]

Great video! Do these hot melt sheets work for hot foil as well or only toner reactive sheets? TIA!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

I haven't tried, but I'm pretty sure they will. You can also use Heat n Bond (also by Therm-o-web) is basically the same product. It's a no-sew fuser. You might get it cheaper by the yard (or in package) as Heat n Bond from your local sewing store (or online). The Heat n Bond Lite seems to be about the same weight. Either way - have fun!

[@annekeschep8148]

Awesome👍

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Thanks for the visit

[@Mari-cre8s]

What a fabulous idea, just ordered some and will look forward to using up some of the foils I have saved up. Those black sheets are limited in their appeal imho!! This will be a game changer!!😀👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻🧑🏼‍🎨

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Have fun! Soooo much foil goodness is coming your way!

[@suem3596]

You can print a design on any color paper with a toner printer & foil it with your Mink or laminator.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

True - but this video was showing how you can use the leftover foil pieces without having to use a solid toner sheet.

[@sm355572]

Thank you so much for sharing this technique! I just foiled a whole bunch of things and was planning to get black toner sheets but wished for there to be a way to transfer the foil to something that’s not black! Thank you again! So excited to try the new sheets you mentioned! 💕

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Glad I could help inspire you! If you happen to have any sewing products sitting around - Heat n Bond (also by Therm-o-web) is basically the same product. It's a no-sew fuser. You might get it cheaper by the yard (or in package) as Heat n Bond Lite. Either way - have fun!

[@bethgintx]

Thanks so much for sharing this technique. I love reusing the foil waste but of course don’t always want the black. I’ve seen the adhesive toner but didn’t know how to use it.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

It's so much fun! You'll love it!

[@bernicejanssen6540]

the hot melt sheets remind me of steam a seam...they even look the same. Do you think it is a similar product?

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Yes! Therm-o-Web is the maker of Heat & Bond - which comes in various strengths and is usually used for sewing. The Heat & Bond light works just like the hot melt sheets, and may be found at a lower price point at your local fabric store!

[@ArtemisToo]

Very cool! Did you make the carrier that you use to put your foils through the laminator? It's really clever!

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Yes I did! Check out this Toner Foil Basics video I did where I talk about the carrier: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoekaZ98oJuWptk

[@cw4608]

Could you use embossing powders and a heat gun on the remaining sticky parts?

[@NicoleWattCreates]

maybe, however I find that the areas without foil aren't actually sticky afterwards. The heat-n-bond, or hot melt sheets simply cool to a glossy finish - no stick!

[@hollylowery26]

I would try sticking the foil down with a brayer.

[@NicoleWattCreates]

Unfortunately, without toner sheets, or another material like transfer gel or these transfer sheets, the foil does not come off of the carrier sheet.