I've seen this before with the coffee but never without and I REALLY like it - I think it shows the texture of the paper beautifully... maybe I'll even add some dried tea for a little something extra! Thanks for the nudge! Hugs from the southern California desert, MK 🏜 🤗 Oh! And PS... apparently my son was hungry after work last night and swung through Yaco Bell on the way home. How did I know you ask? Because he brought me something too? LOL - - yeah. No. Because he left his napkins on the table. Brought somethin' home for mama after all. 😉
I just love ❤️ all the different things you come up with. I really like this one because I don’t have a printer but I still can make the rice paper and still make something wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
I am not a crafter at heart. My focus is to decorate frugally, but u make me want to do crafts regularly. I also rarely subscribe, but my fingers just slipped over and subscribed. 😜🥰
I really love this technique! I made a video a few years ago on printing on napkins, and you are right.......laser printer is best if you are going to get it wet like you did for this technique, where as ink jet printer works best when not doing a wet technique. I have only used the white part of napkins (some printed napkins have a white section), but I never thought of using the fast food napkins and I really love that idea. Thank you so much for sharing 😊 Hugs.....Janie
Funny how techniques change. We always called this faux glassine paper. We always thought of rice paper made with rice starch. Fun to see everyone’s take on the resurgence of techniques. Your tan restaurant napkins is a great color for the technique. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve done something similar with leftover tissue paper (from presents) with clear silicone caulk. I think the glue would make it much easier! The caulk takes a long time to dry.
My “rice paper” hack is using tracing paper. It will go through a printer. Also if one is using an ink jet printer. Make sure the ink is completely dry. I’ll leave it overnight or use a hair dryer. Then you can lightly brush or spray glue over it to seal it. Is it kinda fussy? Yes, but it is a definite use what you got!
Thank you for sharing your creativity. I too, love making rice paper with restaurant napkins, especially the brown one's.... I have just one question..... What would you suggest would be the best way to store rice paper? Will it stick together, needing something to separate each piece? (Hope that made sense) just wondering.... Thank you in advance for your response ❤
@@OurUpcycledLife yes it was parchment paper.I watch the viedo ia couple of times. Maybe my napkin was 1 ply I also used Elmer's white glue does that make a difference? Thanks for your help.
@@OurUpcycledLife i love decoupage, but when you have wood that just wont stain up evenly, i would cover with decoupage, rather than paint if i can. But this technique using brown napkins could simulate wood.
Wouldn’t it be easier to boil your water you’re going to mix with the glue and melt your instant coffee in it, then when it cools, mix it with your glue?
this is a lovely technique, BUT, please don't go snag "stacks of paper napkins from fast food establishments", those are intended for the customers and need to be paid for by the proprietor. Encourage and crafters to go grab stacks is ultimately costing the business. You can purchase your own unbleached napkins or paper towels in most grocery stores or Amazon. It's also not Upcycling if you're taking a item that's intended for a use and using it for something else, Upcycling is when you use something that would otherwise go to waste. Your project is lovely but please don't encourage taking items that were intended for customers
Wow! What an awesome technique. I'll never think of fast food napkins the same again. Thanks so much for showing us all your creativity and ideas, they never get old so keep'em coming. Have a great day!
Another amazing “To Do” project! I was feeling a bit blue these days after my battle with Covid, but you have brought a huge ray of sunlight into my life! I will definitely make a few sheets of these beautiful faux rice papers soon! Thank you so very, very much! ❤️❤️❤️
I noticed you use instant coffee to color your paper. I just want to help by saying that food used in art can possibly create mold in your supplies. Instant and regular coffee if left in a cup will grow mold. Even tea will grow mold. But mold is a weird thing and I don't know how easy it is to start a mold bloom. Conditions have to be right. Art supplies are often damp in jars and tubes or wet at times, and mold likes that. In college my art professor didn't let us have food in class. He made us fungus phobic. It's forty years later and I have never had mold in my art supplies. I don't eat where I paint, and I wash my hands before touching them. That reduces the chance of mold and cross contaminating all your paints, brushes, glues, etc. Then they all have to be replaced. I didn't feel comfortable mentioning this, but it's good to know if you work with watery type art supplies. Most people don't know it can happen. And there is no guarantee it will. But there is a risk where food and damp art supplies meet. Hope that helps. You can always research it.
Great idea! I have just printed vintage photos and graphics on my fast food napkins, but this is a great idea for faux rice paper! TFS the inspiration!
Oh wow! The possibilities are endless with this! I bet you could stamp images or words on the napkin before applying the water and glue mixture. It would be perfect for a lantern! I am getting married in September and am making all the decorations and I will definitely try this! Thank you so much for sharing this technique!❤❤
Those turned out awesome! Around here they never give napkins anymore! Lol (From a prior post) I turned my scissors into a "jute station" caddy. I spray painted my vintage over sized scissors black. Put them in a tall Ball jar. I rolled up two skeins of Dollar Tree jute into balls. I kept part of the string sticking out and used a mini clothes pin to keep it up on the lip of the jar. It's so cute sitting in my kitchen window! 🪟
Did you decoupage the rice paper onto the glass jar or just wrapped it around? Beside scrapbooking what else can you do with this beautiful homemade rice paper? Thx. for sharing your creations 🌟🌹🌹🌹🌹🤗
I want to try this with with the unused plies from the napkins I decoupage with.... I hate throwing them away! My question is, can the faux rice paper be used for decoupage like real rice paper. I'm thinking that it probably won't tear like the real stuff (that I can't afford!!) 😂
This technique is wonderful and the results are so beautiful! Also a great way to use the plain bottom layers of the napkins and not waste them. Would this work for decoupage? Will mod podge do too or is it too thick? Perhaps diluting with water? Thank you!
Sorry but where did you get the paper with the writing on it and how is the printer involved ? Is there a video that goes more in depth . Sorry but I’m confused . 🤪
I am so inspired every time I watch your channel. Your are so amazing. I would like to say this is my favorite technique but you have so so many I like and will definitely have to try. But I think this one would be great for printing something patriotic on. Can't wait to see what you come up with next. 😊
This is GREAT. I've used the brown fast-food napkins for years for paper mache as it mimcs that of days gone by. But this us amazing...
Perfect to decoupage with!
I've seen this before with the coffee but never without and I REALLY like it - I think it shows the texture of the paper beautifully... maybe I'll even add some dried tea for a little something extra! Thanks for the nudge!
Hugs from the southern California desert, MK 🏜 🤗
Oh! And PS... apparently my son was hungry after work last night and swung through Yaco Bell on the way home. How did I know you ask? Because he brought me something too? LOL - - yeah. No. Because he left his napkins on the table. Brought somethin' home for mama after all. 😉
Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed . What a great idea to add tea!! Might have to try that
WOW! From nose wiper car napkins to beautiful rice paper! Need to try this.
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I just love ❤️ all the different things you come up with. I really like this one because I don’t have a printer but I still can make the rice paper and still make something wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
Perfect!! Glad you enjoyed Donna
You are a wealth of information and knowledge. This is fantastic. I'm definitely going to use this technique. Sharing is caring 💙.
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I am not a crafter at heart. My focus is to decorate frugally, but u make me want to do crafts regularly. I also rarely subscribe, but my fingers just slipped over and subscribed. 😜🥰
That’s amazing!! So glad you are enjoying ❤️ hope you find lots of great content
Wow! Love this idea!
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Love this idea.
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Love the clever ideas you come up with. Thanks so much for sharing!
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Love it and love your hair
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Amazing idea!!👏👏👏👏💕
Thank you! 😊
Great ideas! Thank you.
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This is a great tutorial, thanks
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This is a great technique
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I really love this technique! I made a video a few years ago on printing on napkins, and you are right.......laser printer is best if you are going to get it wet like you did for this technique, where as ink jet printer works best when not doing a wet technique. I have only used the white part of napkins (some printed napkins have a white section), but I never thought of using the fast food napkins and I really love that idea. Thank you so much for sharing 😊 Hugs.....Janie
I love the colour of the fast food napkins !
This is so great! I will have to try it.
Have fun! Thanks for watching
This is gorgeous and ingenious
Wow wow wow! I think I can actually do this! So cool!
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Simply fabulous!!!
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Love this idea. Thank you for sharing.
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What a great idea, thank you it looks beautiful
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Funny how techniques change. We always called this faux glassine paper. We always thought of rice paper made with rice starch. Fun to see everyone’s take on the resurgence of techniques. Your tan restaurant napkins is a great color for the technique. Thanks for sharing.
Yes I also have a few techniques I use to make faux glassine or vellum paper
I’ve done something similar with leftover tissue paper (from presents) with clear silicone caulk. I think the glue would make it much easier! The caulk takes a long time to dry.
Oh never tried that!
Very nice
Thanks
Just found your channel I love what you do. I've got alot of vidz to get through 👍 inspirational content thank you.
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How cool! Can't wait to try this 🖤
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My “rice paper” hack is using tracing paper. It will go through a printer. Also if one is using an ink jet printer. Make sure the ink is completely dry. I’ll leave it overnight or use a hair dryer. Then you can lightly brush or spray glue over it to seal it. Is it kinda fussy? Yes, but it is a definite use what you got!
Yes tracing paper is great for this also!
Would white tissue paper work the same way?
Awesome. You are so creative ❤️
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I like this idea a lot
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I love your videos. Trash to Treasure!😍
So glad your enjoying! Thanks for watching Beverly
Thank you for sharing your creativity. I too, love making rice paper with restaurant napkins, especially the brown one's.... I have just one question..... What would you suggest would be the best way to store rice paper? Will it stick together, needing something to separate each piece? (Hope that made sense) just wondering.... Thank you in advance for your response ❤
I have never had an issue, but you could always use a piece of tracing paper in between if you are having problems with them sticking together
@@OurUpcycledLifeThank you for your help and reply❤
What do you use to brush on the paper before you put the napkin down?
Absolutely wonderful. can you write or draw on it
Yes you can
WOW!
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Just wondering what would happen if you try to use glue on it?
Deidre - any advice to remove from wax paper? Mine are super stuck.
Otherwise, thy look amazing
I find some wax paper isn’t very waxy you might have better luck using parchment paper
I don't have a printer, but i stamp with archival ink
Great tutorial. How do you print on napkin-weight paper?
This video will help you outth-cam.com/video/iYbe6L6WQ-o/w-d-xo.html
Could you do this with any napkin?? I have tons of colored napkins with prints on them...would those work?
Yes, it sure will. Thanks for watching.
Can I use this technique on fabric? Also can I use my cocktail napkins?
It’s always fun to experiment and give it a try
I was curious wont the heat of the candle melt the glue?
No it doesn’t
What side of the waxed and parchment paper is upright, shiny or dull. Great idea.
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Parchment paper is SHIny on both sides and wax paper is only SHiny on one side so there is a difference between the two papers
But which side is facing up on the waxed paper? Ty
you’re going to be putting the wax side around the candle if you’re using wax paper
Can you use any napkins and would the napkins have to be one ply?
YOu bet any napkins and need to be one ply! Thanks for watching Kim
TY for sharing 🥰
Show me something that you can do with this paper
Tried this cannot get the napkin off the parchment paper what can I do?
Are you sure is parchment paper and not wax paper?
@@OurUpcycledLife yes it was parchment paper.I watch the viedo ia couple of times. Maybe my napkin was 1 ply I also used Elmer's white glue does that make a difference? Thanks for your help.
Unique!! Would it work on furniture?
Worth a try! I have never done that Velma
@@OurUpcycledLife i love decoupage, but when you have wood that just wont stain up evenly, i would cover with decoupage, rather than paint if i can. But this technique using brown napkins could simulate wood.
🙄before adding water to the glue , put coffee with a table spoon hot water to dissolve it .add the cold water to it than mix into the glue 😀
Great idea!
Wouldn’t it be easier to boil your water you’re going to mix with the glue and melt your instant coffee in it, then when it cools, mix it with your glue?
It actually dilutes it too much and you dont get as much colour! :) Thanks for watching
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I would not recommend using napkins, regular glue or coffee for scrapbooking. The acids will ruin your photos and momentos
There are sprays you can use to make it acid free. Scrapbooks would be boring without preserving momentous etc most of which are not acid free
this is a lovely technique, BUT, please don't go snag "stacks of paper napkins from fast food establishments", those are intended for the customers and need to be paid for by the proprietor. Encourage and crafters to go grab stacks is ultimately costing the business. You can purchase your own unbleached napkins or paper towels in most grocery stores or Amazon. It's also not Upcycling if you're taking a item that's intended for a use and using it for something else, Upcycling is when you use something that would otherwise go to waste. Your project is lovely but please don't encourage taking items that were intended for customers
I feel like u are the "McGyver" of the craft world. Haha! I feel I can give u 3 random items and u would turn it into decor! 😁
Ohhh! I would love that challenge!!
Wow! What an awesome technique. I'll never think of fast food napkins the same again. Thanks so much for showing us all your creativity and ideas, they never get old so keep'em coming. Have a great day!
Every time you go to a restaurant you will want to put a few in your purse!! lol
Beautiful and easy. I am going to try this with beets cooked water, I did it to color regular paper and I like it very much
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Another amazing “To Do” project! I was feeling a bit blue these days after my battle with Covid, but you have brought a huge ray of sunlight into my life! I will definitely make a few sheets of these beautiful faux rice papers soon! Thank you so very, very much! ❤️❤️❤️
Oh no sweetie! I hope you are feeling better :) Glad to brighten your day
Thank you Deidre 😊
I have never seen this technique. It is so cool!
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I noticed you use instant coffee to color your paper. I just want to help by saying that food used in art can possibly create mold in your supplies. Instant and regular coffee if left in a cup will grow mold. Even tea will grow mold. But mold is a weird thing and I don't know how easy it is to start a mold bloom. Conditions have to be right. Art supplies are often damp in jars and tubes or wet at times, and mold likes that. In college my art professor didn't let us have food in class. He made us fungus phobic. It's forty years later and I have never had mold in my art supplies. I don't eat where I paint, and I wash my hands before touching them. That reduces the chance of mold and cross contaminating all your paints, brushes, glues, etc. Then they all have to be replaced. I didn't feel comfortable mentioning this, but it's good to know if you work with watery type art supplies. Most people don't know it can happen. And there is no guarantee it will. But there is a risk where food and damp art supplies meet. Hope that helps. You can always research it.
You should have a million subscribers. There's not a video where I don't learn something new.
Well thanks so much!! The more crafting friends the better :)
It looks like vellum. Wow. If you printed a religious icon with Latin and glue onto timber, it would be another clever dupe.
Wow. I absolutely love this. I also love the idea of food coloring. This is a definite must try. Thank you for the inspiration ❤️
Great idea! I have just printed vintage photos and graphics on my fast food napkins, but this is a great idea for faux rice paper! TFS the inspiration!
Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Gail
Oh wow! The possibilities are endless with this! I bet you could stamp images or words on the napkin before applying the water and glue mixture. It would be perfect for a lantern! I am getting married in September and am making all the decorations and I will definitely try this! Thank you so much for sharing this technique!❤❤
So many possibilities!! My son is getting married in August so I will be doing a decor video soon!!
@@OurUpcycledLife yes! Can't wait for it!
Great ideas. I love the rice paper on the glass. Beautiful
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Wow..love this..I am a junk journaler and this would make a beautiful page in a signature!
Sure will!
I love all the ideas you show us. Thanks so much for the inspiration.
Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Becky
Since you are mixing a little water with the glue, could you dissolve the instant coffee in the water before mixing it with the glue?
Certainly
I would never have guessed. Wow.
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Those turned out awesome! Around here they never give napkins anymore! Lol (From a prior post) I turned my scissors into a "jute station" caddy. I spray painted my vintage over sized scissors black. Put them in a tall Ball jar. I rolled up two skeins of Dollar Tree jute into balls. I kept part of the string sticking out and used a mini clothes pin to keep it up on the lip of the jar. It's so cute sitting in my kitchen window! 🪟
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Love this!!! Thank you for sharing!
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Did you decoupage the rice paper onto the glass jar or just wrapped it around?
Beside scrapbooking what else can you do with this beautiful homemade rice paper?
Thx. for sharing your creations 🌟🌹🌹🌹🌹🤗
I just wrapped but you can also glue
That's a cool technique! Thanks for sharing
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I want to try this with with the unused plies from the napkins I decoupage with.... I hate throwing them away! My question is, can the faux rice paper be used for decoupage like real rice paper. I'm thinking that it probably won't tear like the real stuff (that I can't afford!!) 😂
Yes I think it would work great be worth experimenting and trying
I love this trick! Thanks !
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This technique is wonderful and the results are so beautiful! Also a great way to use the plain bottom layers of the napkins and not waste them. Would this work for decoupage?
Will mod podge do too or is it too thick? Perhaps diluting with water?
Thank you!
Yes, you could do dilute with a little bit of water and it would work better
Will water damage the paper if dropped or...on it? Since it's washable glue...
No
Question, do you think you could use this faux rice paper when upcycling a piece of furniture?
Worth a try I haven’t done that!
Wow that's awesome
Sorry but where did you get the paper with the writing on it and how is the printer involved ? Is there a video that goes more in depth . Sorry but I’m confused . 🤪
I custom make you own napkins . This video will help you out: th-cam.com/video/iYbe6L6WQ-o/w-d-xo.html
Would a transfer work on this. A beautiful flower on it with the script for background?
Yes, absolutely!
I'm a new subscriber and I've been binge watching your videos. You have given me so much inspiration. Thank you for sharing your talent!
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Wow! Amazing
Can you write on the faux rice paper after the process of drying has occurred?
Thanks for the tips.
Yes you sure can!
I love this idea! Do you have a recommendation in laser printers? I want to try this and printing on fabric
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Can you use the white napkins ? Some fast food restaurants here give white instead of brown ?
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Hate the coffee
Wow, you are very clever. This looks so great. It will be great for my junk journals.
Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed. Perfect for junk journals
What can you do with the plain one. Just a question for suggestions.
You can use in your junk journalling your media scrapbooking you can decoupage so many possibilities
Just found you on TH-cam New follower here Thx for sharing
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Could you decoupage with this? Very cool. Thank you. ❤️
Sure could!
I am so inspired every time I watch your channel. Your are so amazing. I would like to say this is my favorite technique but you have so so many I like and will definitely have to try. But I think this one would be great for printing something patriotic on. Can't wait to see what you come up with next. 😊
Great idea!! Thanks for watching Helen
That's a wonderful idea! It'll look antique, rustic or just old....kudos to you°°•
This is what I was looking for.
Glad it was helpful
Wow! What an amazing technique. Will certainly have to give this a try.
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So pretty!
Thanks!! xo
Lovely, handy craft! Tku!! 👏🏻😁😍
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Omg I LOVED this DIY video
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Gorgeous!how I love this channel!thk u Deirdre!your new Eager Beaver Subbie
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@@OurUpcycledLife am sure I will!!thk u!
What a great idea! Loved the video!!
Thanks so much!!
Very impressive. Elegant!.
Thank you Geralyn ! 😊