Thank you. There is a follow up video...Game Changer Method that's even better. There's a product called Bubble Jet. You treat the fabric first then print.
Thank you! I'm so glad you found it helpful. I did do a video just after this one with an even better method using Bubble Jet which is then completely waterproof so I hope you'll check it out if you want to make your printed fabric washable.
The commercial paper backed fabric I have use said to soak the fabric in water with a bit of fabric softener, do not rinse and let dry. Then heat set it. The product is expensive so using sticker paper is a great suggestion. I wonder if using the fabric softener first and then use the sealer would allow fewer treatments? Great video. ❤
When using transfer paper on fabric, usually they do not recommend using fabric softeners. Since this video has been posted 8 months ago, you probably experimented by now. Normally printing on transfer paper with inkjet, does not need any sealing. I have done many washes that way and the good transfer paper stays put in its colors. I wonder if they use some kind of chemical within the iron-on transfer sheet, so the product keeps colors intact. Anyhow, more to discover.
Hi! Just printed on calico yesterday using Canon 900 inkjet printer. I agree re lack of stiffness when using freezer paper. I had to spray a regular printer paper to adhere to freezer paper to give it a bit of stiffness, it worked but I was dreading the paper jam!
Thank you. I had some wonderfully helpful comments on this video which led to an even better method. I hope you'll watch th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html 🥰
Oh believe me I know....mine is warped. It's my second one...I keep thinking I should just use my ironing board instead and just change the cover as needed but I do a lot of clothing ironing as well so I wouldn't want to have to change it all the time...it's easier just to us my little board. I don't really use the other side for cutting as I have another cutting mat that is just the mat and stays flat. 😆 We all have to just do what works for us. 😉
I have had success with ‘Bubble Jet’ it is a fabric pretreat made just for inkjet printing. Protects the image fr smearing/fading. A bottle lasts for ever
Thank you so much for the tip! I'm definitely trying this and the tip from the previous comment so I'll have to do a another video after with a side by side comparison. That will be fun! 🥰
@@christineowens5108 ipurchased the bubble jet rinse-used that first instead of the original one- it worked as well. Just use enough to wet/damp the fabric&line dry
Thanks Sherri for this information! I believe the issue I'm having is with my inkjet printer. Either the "fabric-paper" gets stuck (like what you showed), or there are ink smudges on the fabric. With that said, I believe I'm in the market for a new printer. I saw in the comments you have an Epson Eco. Do you mind providing the model number, as I see there are several options. Also, do you put the fabric sheets in a paper tray or hand-feed?
Thank you Cheryl. To help with the ink smudges you might experiment with your paper setting. Maybe try one that uses less ink. I have the ET-8500 and chose that one because in addition to the usual inks it also uses gray. I use the rear feeder for fabric. Good luck! 🥰
Hi Sherri, I can only use sticker paper for my HP printer. Do you set the printer for "BEST" printing or is that too much ink for the fabric? I'm going to try using the sealer so the ink doesn't fade. Thank you for this great tutorial ❤
Thank you I did forget to mention my setting. I use the fine setting on mine which is better than normal but not the highest setting. I need to set mine to at least fine because I don’t use it frequently enough and might get lines if I don’t.
Thank you. Here is an even better method I discovered later: th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html You can use any lightweight cotton fabric. I usually just purchase mine at Walmart but it's readily available. Any store that sells fabric should have it or you could order online.
I just spray some glue on a piece of paper and stick my piece of cotton on it. Spray glue is really cheap and it's easy to remove the fabric from the paper once printed
Brilliant! Great tip! I have heard of using spray mount but haven't tried it. I guess because I'm pretty messy and also don't like using spray things to much in my studio. The sticker paper is just fast and handier for me.
I used a color inkjet printer for this method. However, you should watch my later video where I've found an even better method. While this video made the ink "water repellent" this new video makes it "water proof". Here's a link: th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for writing back! I have come across bubble jet before. But it's not available where I am. Neither are any alternatives. I am guessing it's purpose is similar to mordanting. So I thought I will try treating my fabric with Alum. Do you have any thoughts on this? I want to try printing book covers. So they don't need to be water repellent.
If you check the description there is a list of materials with a link for the sticker paper. I do have a video after this one with an even better method. Here’s the link for that one Game Changer Method for Inkjet Printing on Fabric No Smearing or Bleeding Ink th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html ❤️
I’ve not tried that myself but would assume so. I do have a video after this one where I discovered an even better method that makes it waterproof using a product called Bubble Jet to pretreat the fabric.
Good to know. Since this video I've posted another one that's even better....using Bubble Jet which makes it waterproof and washable. I hope you'll check it out. ❤️
@@heartandsoulfuldesign thanks ..but my printer which is quite new has ink tanks into which I pour the inks. They’re more than half full and will take a year to drain out so I can’t use bubble jet unfortunately.
@@rosemarymortonjack9387 not to worry…the name bubble jet is misleading. That’s the name of the product you wet the fabric with first. I also use an ink tank printer so that doesn’t matter one bit 😉
You can use any kind of cotton fabric. Plain cotton muslin works well. You can purchase it from any store that carries fabric. Walmart carries it if you don’t have a fabric store near.
I actually tried that first and did a video. It took many coats and I would say sort of worked but did not make it waterproof, just water repellent. The Bubble Jet product worked perfectly to waterproof the fabric which is much better. I'm going to guess that if you consider the number of times you have to apply the Scotchguard, the Bubble Jet is more cost effective and works better. I guess it depends on whether you want waterproof vs. water repellent.
Thank you for watching. I use an ink jet printer. However, I found an even better method after this video and have made a new one. It uses a product called Bubble Jet, also using an ink jet printer but makes the fabric washable. 🥰
Genius idea! Thank you so much for sharing. This method will expand my craft making. I would LOVE to print on fabric. 💕💖💯
Thank you. There is a follow up video...Game Changer Method that's even better. There's a product called Bubble Jet. You treat the fabric first then print.
love your technique. Will try myself. It is economic too. Not as expensive as printable cotton or silk. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you! I'm so glad you found it helpful. I did do a video just after this one with an even better method using Bubble Jet which is then completely waterproof so I hope you'll check it out if you want to make your printed fabric washable.
The commercial paper backed fabric I have use said to soak the fabric in water with a bit of fabric softener, do not rinse and let dry. Then heat set it. The product is expensive so using sticker paper is a great suggestion. I wonder if using the fabric softener first and then use the sealer would allow fewer treatments? Great video. ❤
Thank you so much for the info Ann! I’m definitely going to try this. If it works I’ll do a new video ❤️
You only need to soak it for around 15 seconds. No more then 20 ❤️
When using transfer paper on fabric, usually they do not recommend using fabric softeners. Since this video has been posted 8 months ago, you probably experimented by now. Normally printing on transfer paper with inkjet, does not need any sealing. I have done many washes that way and the good transfer paper stays put in its colors. I wonder if they use some kind of chemical within the iron-on transfer sheet, so the product keeps colors intact.
Anyhow, more to discover.
Hi! Just printed on calico yesterday using Canon 900 inkjet printer. I agree re lack of stiffness when using freezer paper. I had to spray a regular printer paper to adhere to freezer paper to give it a bit of stiffness, it worked but I was dreading the paper jam!
Thanks for sharing! I'm sure your input will be very helpful to everyone.
This was excellent!
Thank you. I had some wonderfully helpful comments on this video which led to an even better method. I hope you'll watch th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html 🥰
Liked the video. I think I will try it. Just be cautious about heat on your cutting mat. It can warp it. Ask me how I know.
Oh believe me I know....mine is warped. It's my second one...I keep thinking I should just use my ironing board instead and just change the cover as needed but I do a lot of clothing ironing as well so I wouldn't want to have to change it all the time...it's easier just to us my little board. I don't really use the other side for cutting as I have another cutting mat that is just the mat and stays flat. 😆 We all have to just do what works for us. 😉
@@heartandsoulfuldesign I totally understand. I have another warped cutting mat if you need it. 😂
I have had success with ‘Bubble Jet’ it is a fabric pretreat made just for inkjet printing. Protects the image fr smearing/fading. A bottle lasts for ever
Thank you so much for the tip! I'm definitely trying this and the tip from the previous comment so I'll have to do a another video after with a side by side comparison. That will be fun! 🥰
Do you use the bubble jet rinse also?
@@christineowens5108 ipurchased the bubble jet rinse-used that first instead of the original one- it worked as well. Just use enough to wet/damp the fabric&line dry
Thanks Sherri for this information! I believe the issue I'm having is with my inkjet printer. Either the "fabric-paper" gets stuck (like what you showed), or there are ink smudges on the fabric. With that said, I believe I'm in the market for a new printer. I saw in the comments you have an Epson Eco. Do you mind providing the model number, as I see there are several options. Also, do you put the fabric sheets in a paper tray or hand-feed?
Thank you Cheryl. To help with the ink smudges you might experiment with your paper setting. Maybe try one that uses less ink. I have the ET-8500 and chose that one because in addition to the usual inks it also uses gray. I use the rear feeder for fabric. Good luck! 🥰
Good info. Thank you😊😊
You’re welcome 😊
Thank you
You bet! It's been a fun journey figuring this out! 😄
Hi Sherri, I can only use sticker paper for my HP printer. Do you set the printer for "BEST" printing or is that too much ink for the fabric? I'm going to try using the sealer so the ink doesn't fade. Thank you for this great tutorial ❤
Thank you I did forget to mention my setting. I use the fine setting on mine which is better than normal but not the highest setting. I need to set mine to at least fine because I don’t use it frequently enough and might get lines if I don’t.
I ❤ this method and want to try it but I don't see a link to the fabric you used? Can you share where to get it? Thank you!
Thank you. Here is an even better method I discovered later: th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html
You can use any lightweight cotton fabric. I usually just purchase mine at Walmart but it's readily available. Any store that sells fabric should have it or you could order online.
I just spray some glue on a piece of paper and stick my piece of cotton on it. Spray glue is really cheap and it's easy to remove the fabric from the paper once printed
Brilliant! Great tip! I have heard of using spray mount but haven't tried it. I guess because I'm pretty messy and also don't like using spray things to much in my studio. The sticker paper is just fast and handier for me.
I use regular printer paper, spray with reposinable glue (its cheap), and I add some paper towel to print or fabric. Easy and cheap and effective 😊
Can I use a rotary cutter to trim the fabric around the sticker paper?
I do t see why not if that works for you. Main thing is to make sure you don’t have any loose threads that could get caught in you printer.
Very informative. Does this work with dye based inkjet printer? Thanks for the content.
I used a color inkjet printer for this method. However, you should watch my later video where I've found an even better method. While this video made the ink "water repellent" this new video makes it "water proof". Here's a link: th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for writing back! I have come across bubble jet before. But it's not available where I am. Neither are any alternatives. I am guessing it's purpose is similar to mordanting. So I thought I will try treating my fabric with Alum. Do you have any thoughts on this?
I want to try printing book covers. So they don't need to be water repellent.
I have no experience with that, I'm sorry. I hope you can find something that works for you.
What is the name of sticker paper you use. Cannot find the list of materials needed
If you check the description there is a list of materials with a link for the sticker paper. I do have a video after this one with an even better method. Here’s the link for that one Game Changer Method for Inkjet Printing on Fabric No Smearing or Bleeding Ink
th-cam.com/video/rgC-pPZMrUc/w-d-xo.html ❤️
I print on fabric using the sticker sheets but oh I do go thru the ink in my printer..the cartridges are expensive in nz..
I feel your pain Denny. That's why I finally broke down and purchased an Epson Eco Tank printer (which I love). ☺️
@@heartandsoulfuldesign Mines an epson but not Eco tank it must do the job cheaper THANKS X
Can this work on a laser printer?
I’ve not tried that myself but would assume so. I do have a video after this one where I discovered an even better method that makes it waterproof using a product called Bubble Jet to pretreat the fabric.
Suede guard works well - spray can
Good to know. Since this video I've posted another one that's even better....using Bubble Jet which makes it waterproof and washable. I hope you'll check it out. ❤️
@@heartandsoulfuldesign thanks ..but my printer which is quite new has ink tanks into which I pour the inks. They’re more than half full and will take a year to drain out so I can’t use bubble jet unfortunately.
@@rosemarymortonjack9387 not to worry…the name bubble jet is misleading. That’s the name of the product you wet the fabric with first. I also use an ink tank printer so that doesn’t matter one bit 😉
What kind of fabric and where can I buy it please ?
You can use any kind of cotton fabric. Plain cotton muslin works well. You can purchase it from any store that carries fabric. Walmart carries it if you don’t have a fabric store near.
Would the waterproof spray for boots work? I wonder price wise if one is cheaper.
I actually tried that first and did a video. It took many coats and I would say sort of worked but did not make it waterproof, just water repellent. The Bubble Jet product worked perfectly to waterproof the fabric which is much better. I'm going to guess that if you consider the number of times you have to apply the Scotchguard, the Bubble Jet is more cost effective and works better. I guess it depends on whether you want waterproof vs. water repellent.
Do you ink jet or laser printet
Thank you for watching. I use an ink jet printer. However, I found an even better method after this video and have made a new one. It uses a product called Bubble Jet, also using an ink jet printer but makes the fabric washable. 🥰