DIY LAMINATOR TIPS | How to laminate at home
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1. Small method: Use packaging tape from the dollar tree.
- Take out bubbles with credit card
2. Layer method: bigger projects.
- Use packaging tape
- Downside: bubbles and the stripe from layering the tape
3. Self adhesive laminating pieces.
- About 30 cents/sheet, kinda expensive
- convenient
4. DIY thermal laminating
- buy laminating pouches for machine
- use with iron and dish towels
- drag iron over the surface
- get corners super well
- must check a bunch
- 12 cents per sheet!!
5. At-Home Laminators
- bought an at home laminator
- can find good quality one for $30/$40
I like that you are so thorough, yet you don't waste any time - you get right to the point. Some of the people with how-to-do-it videos go on and on about things that don't matter or don't need repeating 100 times and it takes several minutes just to get to the important part of their videos. You are really upbeat, cheerful-sounding and I love that you are a teacher (and mother!) because I figure you really know what you are talking about! Thanks!
"But if your kinda cheap like me, 30 cents is a lot" AMENNNNNNN
Well, if she has 30 kids in each of her classes and has to laminate 5 papers each, 30 cents becomes a lot
Slow down Jason Bourne.
Damn thats 45 dollars
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"I can feel you freaking out right now." LOL I absolutely was! This video is perfect. Thank you for all the tips 😊
I WAS HAHAHA
8 yrs later and this video is still useful. The l thermal laminating sheets and iron trick worked like a charm. Thanks 😊
Thanks I can't wait to go try out my fake ID
I'm pretty sure that wasn't the point but hey, if it works let us know! :)
appa the skybison LOL!
lol same reason im watching this
appa the skybison exactly the Same reason i came here hahahahahahha
Lolol
Two more dollar store methods are: rolls of either clear peel-off shelf paper (low-gloss) or clear peel-off book cover paper (high gloss in bright neon colors). Rolls vary in widths between 10" thru 18" and all rolls have peel-off backing preprinted with an all over half-inch grid and edged with ruler numbers and markings.
I definitely have done the tape method a few times and it's a great option! I have not tried the thermal ones with an iron, though! SO SUPER EXCITED to know it does not require a machine! Thank you so much for sharing that tip!
yup same here for my cake toppers.
hey, I'm curious does that tape method not damage the paper/sheet?
I've been homeschooling & decided to start laminating some things. I started looking at the price of the self- laminating sheets which kind of felt a bit pricey😫. All of sudden, I'm looking at diy crate projects & then stubbled upon your video & I was blown at these tips. Thanks so much because I will be using the ironing tip. 😁
Oh my gosh! Thank you! I’m forever wishing I could laminate stuff. I just discovered you and I’ve been binge watching and applying your SIMPLE tips to my home. My husband is thrilled! I just wish I had these tips and empathy while raising my daughter as a sick mom. Thank you again!
I love my laminator. I used the self adhesive laminating sheets for years thinking that I didn't laminate enough to make it worth buying a machine. Then one day I realized that if I had bought the machine at the beginning it would have already paid for itself. I got a machine by Scotch at WalMart and am so glad I have it. I live in the Seattle area (it tends to rainy here) and take the bus or walk everywhere. I now laminate the schedules for the bus routes I use the most so I don't have to carry the entire book around with me. Laminating them lets me pull out the schedule I need even when it's raining so hard that you think someone is just emptying buckets of water on you without the schedules getting ruined. I also print and laminate index cards with information for each day of a trip when I travel. Each card has the information for one day on it. I'll use my upcoming trip to Disney World as an example. The card for my first day / travel day has the date, my flight information, hotel information, scooter rental information & the operating hours for all four parks on it. The other days ha the date park hours for all four parks, what park I'm planning on going to that, any fastpass+'s I've made for that day as well as any dining reservations or special activities/events (christmas party, tour, Cirque du Soleil) that I'm doing.Being laminated means that these cards hold up to being pulled out of a bag, stuffed in to bag, rain, being dropped on the ground and being on the table at lunch when I spill my iced tea or water all over it and the table.They're also more convenient to refer to then the same information on my phone is because my phone is password protected. I've also laminated copies of my go to recipes and/or my most frequently used recipes that way If the butter spatters while being creamed or the molasses drips or oil spills and it gets on the card I can just take a damp and even soapy cloth and wipe the card down and the family fudge recipe is still readable.
livingdivanized Yes! They are so useful!
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livingdivanized great tip.
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I love my laminator! (The same one you have.) I have used it for years, and it still works like brand new. Other than my printer and paper cutter, it is my most used home school gadget!
You don't even know as a new homeschooling mom how much I love this vlog!!!!! Thank you
I love these! As a teacher myself, these tips will save so much time and money. At work we only have two small laminators that someone else is already using. I am super psyched about this and plan on sharing this video with co-workers! Thank you!
Great video! You can also use zip lock (or no name brands) bag instead of the laminating pouches. Just make sure to sandwich the bag in fabric so it does melt on your ironing board.
Thank you for not gate keeping and getting right to the point without all the extra fluff. Really appreciate videos like this!
Thank you for a very informative intro on sheet lamination with a cost breakdown. You reminded me of the laminator in the basement I had completely forgotten about! Also the use of a credit card for air bubble removal. Thanks again
i need to send a laminated tortilla to my friends
Yuhhh
get into it
Ooh this is fabulous! I was looking at buying a laminator for just a couple of sheets but I would never have thought to use my iron! Brilliant!!
You learn everyday! I never knew about this but I'm taking it all in. I work at an office and sometimes have to improvise with page protectors. This is so cool TFS
"you can find it at the dollar store for a dollar" me writing any essay lmao
Loved all of your tips, they will come in handy for the holidays!!🎄
I love laminating! I have 2 kids,a 4 yr old son and a 2 or old daughter. I'm always making "learning binders" for them and flash cards. The dollar tree has awesome flash cards and work books that I laminate so they can use them as much as possible. Dry erase markers work great on the work pages too!
i bought a laminating machine a few years ago now and I use it so much. It was only cheap about $20 (cheap here in Australia) but it has been worth the money over and over. I recently bought an a3 machine also for $20 so I can do larger items. The tape idea is brilliant for labels. thanks for sharing
Good ideas. I have used the packing tape trick for a long time. My best tip is to type up your list of prescriptions you take along with dosage amount and put on a credit card size card.. Then I "laminate" with the tape. I put this card with my insurance cards and always have that info available when filling out info at a doctor's office, etc.
I enjoy your videos. You always have great tips.
Jackie Armstrong Thanks for sharing that, Jackie! Good idea!
Jackie, this is an AWSOME idea, and since I've just had my second heart surgery I'm seeing new DR's, having to go to a lot of different types of DR'S and they all want to know not only that information, but what your allergic to, what surgeries' you've had, and a host of other information that people really needs to have on them unless they've been blessed and haven't ever had a operation, no allergies etc. and now I have to carry a card saying I have metal in my back and leg's, that I have stent's in my heart etc. and I wondered how I could protect them, so between you and MISS KTHERYN ( I know it's MRS. I just call everyone miss ) I know what to do and how to protect it ! THANKS LADIES ! HAVE A BLESED WEEK!
this is a very good idea. I'm going to go and do it right now.
Thanks for sharing your idea Mr. Jackie . This prescription idea is really awesome ! I have been worrying about my parents' emergency medication (if needed) while they travel alone.Thank you.
That's a great idea!
It also would be so helpful if we were to get sick/injured and couldn't speak for ourselves. A helpful, rescuer would be able to find the info when looking for our ID in our wallet.
(Hopefully that doesn't happen and we're all safe n healthy :) but smart to be prepared!)
Also, when we go to the pharmacy to pick up meds, we can show the pharmacist to double check there are no contraindications or allergies to the new med, with our current meds.
Thanks for your great tip!
She sounds so exited and perky I love her!😂💕
Thank you so much. I tried the 4th method to laminate a flower and it really came out very well. I am delighted.
Thank you! I'm also working as a teacher, and I've already discovered the importance of laminating all of my materials to use them again with new groups and this information is fantastic. I've already got my eyes on the heavy duty, efficient and eco-friendly printer, now I know beautiful ideas to protect the printouts. Thanks for sharing your insider knowledge. All the best with your teaching. God bless.
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Carson was so cute whispering all the words he knew. Awwww!
Loved this Kathryn!!! Your teacher skills really came out in this video. You were handing those laminating sheets like a pro! :). The tape trick was awesome! Thanks for a great video. Nikki
AHWN!! I'm a huge fan!! :-)))
What do you set the iron on?
Wow! From one teacher to another, thanks for the tips! I usually use clear contact paper for laminating, but I will definitely keep these tips in mind! Also, I had no idea laminating machines were that affordable! I might just get one just to have! Thanks again!
Thank you so much! I wanted to make some flash cards for my toddler but didn’t want to buy a laminator. Will definitely try some of these hacks specially the 4th method.
I have a at home one. It is so cool! I use it for my kids stuff all the time! Great tips!!
Love all of these tips, especially the iron suggestion which, I hadn't seen before.
Oh my gosh just discovered this video what great ideas!! The label and ironing method - wow!
Great tips I use the tape as well but I now know to use the iron for large projects. Carson is cuteness overload!!
I love your doitonadime videos, your ideas, tips and things amaze me every time. Thank you so much for sharing. Also, I love how clever your little boy is and oh so sweet! :)
You're very creative, thank you for sharing these ideas!
Hooray for labels ! I have been using the packing tape method for years but I was glad to hear about these other options. : )
oh man, I really needed this video!!!!!!!! Just starting ESL online teaching and I need a lot of laminated visuals and props. thank you
As a fellow teacher that was heading into my 3rd year I realized I NEEDED a laminator, so I have a Scotch $20 one that I use with my Walmart sheets (100 in a pack for $10).That iron trick though is really cool! P.S. I've been binge watching your videos. Must subscribe now lol!
Iron laminating sheets is a great tip. It is so sweet hope Carson was talking so softly. Thank you for sharing a tidbit with him in it. We have a son in college and our baby is in high school. It's nice seeing a little one.
milkmanzwife92 Aw! They grow so fast!
They really do. Have a great day tomorrow.
Thank you for sharing Carson with us at the end. So cute!
I just love your videos and your so uplifting, and so happy all the time.you make me want to giddy up and go.It's hard for me to do alot.I have progressive arthritis which caused a bulging disc and bone fragments in my lower back.
clear contact paper is also just as good and worthy of mention, plus it is very cheap!
lucaslover182 I've seen this in a couple of comments. I guess I've always purchased the wrong kind. It always looks cloudy to me, and I always felt like I had a bunch of excess I was wasting. Would love to heard your tips on how you save doing in this way so we all can learn from it. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
Thank you, those are great tips and also very easy. I bet you are an awesome teacher.
Wow, you make everything look so easy. Thanks.
Great tips and Carson is so smart! Of course he would be having such dedicated parents and one a teacher. Tfs
I use that tape all the time. Just talked about it in my last dollar tree haul lol and we just used it to wrap our christmas gifts... gifts ad wrapping paper all came from dollar tree. :) Love it. I used to work there too its such an awesome place
Omg!!! This is the best video for diy laminator. It’s very helpful during this lockdown I wanted to do some interesting activities for my kids. This really helps me. Love love your videos. Your so inspiring. Love you 😘
Your presentation skills are great. You can absorb viewers from start to end. Thanks!!!
You are absolutely amazing! What great ideas! Especially love seeing Carson at the end. He is getting so big. What a cutie!
Anny Quail Thanks, Anny :) He says hi!
Wow! Your videos are so great! This is exactly what I needed for my new project. Nice to save money too! Thanks so much! 💕💕
OMG, I LOVE YOU MORE WITH EACH VIDEO YOU POST! I've gotten to where I wanted to protect EVERY recipe I print off or is given to me by someone else, and page protectors can run into a lot of money unless you get the real thin cheap'o's (LOL) But I tend to get food of some sort on ever recipe I try, but I didn't want to invest in a laminating machine, but now I know of several different ways to laminate thing's big and small I can laminate it all !!! ONE HAPPY CAMPER ! XOXO TO YOU AND CARSON! LOVE, Denise
Thanks VERY much! Your visual tutorial is excellent!
Thank you for this video. So informative. I was wondering if you can cut the laminating pouches to fit smaller projects? Thanks
Love your energy. Thank you for the tips!
I have been following for about a year but I only stumbled upon on this video by accident. It was so sweet seeing little Carson at the end!!! You may not ever see this comment but do you have any advice on laminating a large wall calendar? It's one of the big ones you would use in a classroom. Thank you!
Great ideas as always! Definitely going to try the iron!
You’re son is so cute how he whispers everything, daughter did that when she was a toddler lol
Thank you so much! I feel like a laminating superstar now! Great and to the point tutorial!
Como siempre todas tus ideas son super cool.....
Thank you, I just ordered myself some laminating films and I will be using the iron method .
You always have great practical ideas ...and you're adorable!!
I use that scotch laminator at work (nursing home activities director) but i totally use the tape method as well for smaller or less important projects.
Thanks a lot. this was very informative and the energy you have in the video made learning these things not a chore. you're probably a pretty good teacher haha
You are a genius! Thank you for all these good tips. The last one helped me so much thanks
Really great information. Appreciate your time. Blessings!
i love the way carson just whispers those words.. cute, cute, cute
Hi Katherine! Great tips. I've been watching your channel a long time but this is my first comment. Just wanted to share that laminators are pretty cheap. I got mine online from Office Depot for $12 because it was Black Friday.
i was a teacher, too, and we had these really huge laminating contraceptions at the school district but the plastic wasn't too thick. A friend of mine later loan me a laminator his late mother had. It is super HEAVY...but the old stuff is so good, it worked really well...but i can't find the cord (it's a detachable) so i'm glad to have found your video!! :) until i find the stupid cord, which may not resurface anytime soon.
Kathryn, they also have laminating sheets at dollar tree. They are about the size of a regular photo, they work great.
THANK YOU! YOU JUST SAVED MY BUDGET! YOU'RE A GODSEND! 😍😍
I have been doing the postal tape label thing for a while now. You can find labelers very cheap - but they really sock it to you with the price of the labels. So I just make my own. And when I do, I can print professional or really personally designed labels in color from my computer and then apply postal tape to laminate them. Thanks for the ideas as always.
Ohmygoodness....the thermal laminating tip!! THANK YOU! I had no idea this existed!
brightpurpleviking You are welcome. HUGS!
Thank You for yr laminating Tips…. My cousin passed 2 weeks ago and I want to make prayer cards for her Celebration of Life! You helped me savw money…
You're a teacher, that explains a lot about you!!! lol
I have the exact same Copco travel mug and the same Ikea kitchen towel!
Great tips! I did this too for years and would love to get a laminator 😇💜🌷🦋
Hey this is the first video I see of yours I would like to see more about teaching kids I have an 7 months baby and I would love to teach him already !!..
I loved the idea, thank you so much. what kind temperature you normally use?
Loved the tips! Your baby is adorable!!!! ♥️♥️
Thank you for sharing these tips. I have to laminate recipe cards for a workshop I will host and these tips really helped.
You're an angel for me. This helped me a lot. Btw can I use Self adhesive laminating sheets for making stickers?
i used iron to laminate directly at the laminating pouch .. just set the iron into low-medium and start ironing from the close part so it wo'nt bubbles
Just to add, if you have bigger projects (aka multiple sheets of paper) you can use the laminate rolls. Those are the rolls they use in large hot seal laminators, you can just buy the refillable rolls. You can also use an iron to seal them like the thermal pouch laminate.
Also per page its a lot cheaper, so if you have to make a ton of signs it might be more cost effective option. I did a brief tutorial on my channel how I use it.
I am freaking out...lol!! That iron the thermal sheets tip was great! I use my laminator all the time...love that thing. I will definitely have to try the tape trick. Thanks for sharing these wonderful tips.
Thanks for the great tips. Love your channel.
I have a laminator, but before I had one I would use clear contact paper to laminate items at home. And I use clear packing tape all the time for my labels!
Thanks for giving all these great tips. I especially like the ironing tip. :-)
Jenny W Chan - OrigamiTree.com Thank you, Jenny :)
Jenny W. Chan - Origami Tree thx so much I needed that😅😅😅😅
Watching you from Italy. I love your channel. Thank you so much for sharing all your tips/suggestions & posts. Love to see more recipes for busy families~ I make your chicken/potatoes & green beans recipe all the time. Thanks so much!!!
can't wait to try in our projects
Also keep an eye out for Amazon lightening deals. Over the summer they had a laminator and pouches for $12!
These are some great tips! Keep up the good work!
I just found this and yes, I did freak out, just now, about using laminating sheets with an iron!! What setting should I use for this? I want to try this as soon as possible!! Thanks for the great ideas!!!
First comment. You're always so clever. Keep your films coming we love them
Max W Thanks for your support, Max!
These tips are great. They are perfect for teachers.
Baby Carson at the end was a good bonus! I LOVE his whispering 😂
This was honestly really helpful thank youu!!🥺
awesome video!
im so trying out the iron one 👍