Hey sis!! Sorry the video was late today! We've had a boat load of technical difficulties this week. Thank you everyone for your patience! I hope you enjoy the video. If you'd like to see more of our tutorials please check out my channel - th-cam.com/users/flynnsistersboutique
I know this is an older video but I have just decided to take the plunge and do my own waterslides. I have watched a ton of your videos before and had never seen this one. I've watched a bunch of other waterslide tutorials but I have to say. Yours by far is the BEST I have seen. It is so detailed and the fact that you actually go into Google Docs and walk us through the program is amazing! In all the videos I've watched that was what I had the most questions about and you are the only one (seriously. the only one.) who has gone over a program that is not Cricut design space, and who actually went over dimensions, sizing, etc. Hands down I feel so comfortable going into this adventure now. I'm going to attempt my first waterslide tonight after work AND I AM SO EXCITED! Thank you so so much for all your in-depth tips and advice.
Thank you. Ur tutorials are always so informative and u cover all steps which I appreciate. I know this an old one but I refer back to ur videos a lot.
Thank you so much! I know this is a year old tutorial but I seem to always come to your channel when I need to understand how to do something because I trust you're going to give out good solid advice!! btw, I absolutely LOVE those old-fashioned valentines you used! Too cute.
This was a good tutorial! The vintage valentine is adorable! I would love to hear about the do's and don'ts of the white water slides as I struggle with them.
Hi Jessica, thank you so much for this video. This is actually my first water slide and thanks to you it came out perfect. I only put one picture on it but now I know I can put more depending on the size of the pictures. I love this video and how you taught us to use Google Docs. I had never even heard of this until your other video and I'm so glad I subbed to you. I learn something new from each video and I really appreciate you for that. Thanks again, you made my day.
I cannot love this tutorial enough! I have been struggling with my waterslides cracking. I also learned the hard way that applying a waterslide over wood grain shows lines without first applying a layer of epoxy. I really like the idea of using clear gloss for other finishes (won’t work with alcohol ink based) to save an additional layer of epoxy. I just started making tumblers a month ago and I am SOOO thankful that I found you. You are the first person I have ever subscribed to and set alerts. I have ordered several products based on your recommendation. I hope to post some pictures of my products to your videos as I try different things. You ROCK!
Great video you always give clear concise directions, and keep them short and sweet! One tip with google docs, you can adjust your image size and a few other fun things under Image Options found next to the crop bar when you have your image selected. It also allows you to adjust many other options with the placement, color etc. Thanks for the videos!
I'm trying to find the same file you bought from etsy! I absolutely adore the vintage style and would LOVE to see you do more vintage ones! Love, love, LOVE!!!!! 😍😍
Hey! I'm about to try my first waterslide and I'm following your tutorial ❤ I just wanted to say that you can resize your images in Google docs by left clicking and selecting image options 😉
When I first started, I bought a really nicely detailed roses clear waterslide; I tried to add it to my wine and roses tumbler and of course it doesn’t show up well. I received 3 of the same waterslide and thought to add another one on top, yah that didn’t work... I think I have to paint it white by hand because I don’t want the white background showing through. I’m not defeated yet 😆
Epoxy is self leveling so if it isnt constantly turning, it will drip off your tumbler. You can turn by hand, but you have to constantly turn until the epoxy stops moving. The epoxy moves for several hours before it cures enough stay in place.
Hi Jess & group, I have seen a few people mirror image, print, & apply the Clear coat. Cut around their image, place in water then place their image face down & slide the paper backing off. So I was curious and have asked them why spray seal that side? They said thats what they were taught. They have also said it was so much easier.. I have tried to do one that way, but I didn't like not watching to insure the edges weren't tucked under or that it was straight. I guess I just like the way I learned LOL 😆
Thanks for this! I have been wanting to know how to do this is the google docs!! FYI I just want to make a tumbler like your shirt in this video! It’s amazing and would be a beautiful tumbler!
@@FlynnSistersBoutique yes it would and if you decide to do it maybe record it? 🥰 not that you don’t have enough going on 🤷🏼♀️😆but you would be the one to pull it off
I hope you get this question. I want a white base - and clear waterslide decal. Can I use a white sublimation type tumbler so the white base is already there?
When applying the waterslide to an epoxied tumbler, can you use micro sol and / or micro set or will that have some sort of reaction to the epoxy resin that is already on the tumbler?
First I just have to ask this, has anyone else notice the floating orbs at the beginning of this video? This was a great tutorial regardless. Also, question #2: Is epoxy resin a must or can I seal the designs on my tumblers with a dishwasher safe modge podge instead?
yes you can just make sure you shine it up first with the clear gloss paint. if you feel large lumps like that yes, I'd go into another coat of epoxy and see how much it smooths out
@@FlynnSistersBoutique Thank you! Shine the water slide right. Or clear gloss the cup?? And ok ty, idk y its so lumpy i did a smaller tumbler before it and it was perfect. Then i saw a video that i should make sure cup is level on turner and idlk if i messed up by trying to level it or what 😔.
Can I ask please this video has helped massively but with stainless steel tumblers that can have hot snd cold drinks in them im not advanced on using epoxy can you use anything else to seal thr water slide at the end ? As I have some clear sealant
You can layer them but you may see some seams or indentations. laying one on top of the other is sometimes good if you want more vibrant color but it's hard to do. I prefer waterslide to vinyl. Thank you!
LOVED this video. So so informative. I have a lame newbie question. So when I’m looking for images on Etsy to print water slides am I looking for it to say “Clip Art” or PNG file? Does that make sense? Lol. I just need to know that I’m buying the correct format.
Hi!! I have a question. I watched another tutorial and the girl flipped her image and printed it, when she applied it she put it face down. Any advice on why she might do this? And advantage you could see? I love waterslides so just looking for all the tips/advice I can find!
Is there a reason why the water slide gets wrinkled while drying? Will it flatten back out after it finishes drying. I pulled them off before I allowed them to finish drying because they started to wrinkle. Is that a normal process?
You want to be sure you get all the water pushed out from beneath it. First, i use a squeegee and then pat down well with paper towel. You want to keep an eye on it for a bit and work out any wrinkles if there's shrinking while it dries.
I dont know if you will see this question or not, since it's a year later....buy we have had some clear water slides on white cups turn yellow after being epoxied. It doesn't seem to happen on every water slide. Any advice or suggestions? We are stumped to put it mildly. We've never had this happen.
This is probably a stupid question. But can you use any image for a water slide? As in...could I just Google anything at all, and then print it onto water slide paper? Or do you have to buy an svg file?
if you're doing a matte cup, you'd still apply the waterslide to a shiny surface then epoxy over that and then do your matte process and you shouldn't see the edges.
Hey sis!! Sorry the video was late today! We've had a boat load of technical difficulties this week. Thank you everyone for your patience! I hope you enjoy the video. If you'd like to see more of our tutorials please check out my channel - th-cam.com/users/flynnsistersboutique
So crazy. I was able to catch it this morning. Glad it’s up and working again.
Please add the rainbow metallics the the line up; I cannot wait to see what you do with that one. Sorry about tech issues.
Can you tell me which torch you use to pop the bubbles?
So cute, love love love the cowboy boot with the puppy and kitty ❤❤❤
Thank you ☺️
@@FlynnSistersBoutique ❤❤❤❤❤
I know this is an older video but I have just decided to take the plunge and do my own waterslides. I have watched a ton of your videos before and had never seen this one. I've watched a bunch of other waterslide tutorials but I have to say. Yours by far is the BEST I have seen. It is so detailed and the fact that you actually go into Google Docs and walk us through the program is amazing! In all the videos I've watched that was what I had the most questions about and you are the only one (seriously. the only one.) who has gone over a program that is not Cricut design space, and who actually went over dimensions, sizing, etc. Hands down I feel so comfortable going into this adventure now. I'm going to attempt my first waterslide tonight after work AND I AM SO EXCITED! Thank you so so much for all your in-depth tips and advice.
Thank you! Good luck 👍
Yay 😁
Glad I checked again to see if it was reposted. Working with waterslide can be a lot of fun.
Thank you for coming back!
Thank you. Ur tutorials are always so informative and u cover all steps which I appreciate. I know this an old one but I refer back to ur videos a lot.
You're very welcome!
I know how to do all these things, but I just love watching your videos because you have such a warm presence.
Thank you so much ☺️
Thank you so much!! You are always so helpful and detailed! I love this channel!!
Thank you so much! I know this is a year old tutorial but I seem to always come to your channel when I need to understand how to do something because I trust you're going to give out good solid advice!! btw, I absolutely LOVE those old-fashioned valentines you used! Too cute.
Thank you so much
Super cute!!
Thank you! 😊
Very nice work!! thanks.
Glad you liked it!
Im soo glad I subscribed to your channel. Love using the Google docs for printing and not wasting my waterslide paper. xoxo
Thank you
Adorable
These cups are so cute!
Thank you ☺️
Thank you Jess. Another great tutorial.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you, will be in touch
Also, the cups were so cute!
This was a good tutorial! The vintage valentine is adorable! I would love to hear about the do's and don'ts of the white water slides as I struggle with them.
Thank you ☺️ will do
Very useful info! Thanks again Jessica 💗
Glad it was helpful!
Adorable cups!!
Hi Jessica, thank you so much for this video. This is actually my first water slide and thanks to you it came out perfect. I only put one picture on it but now I know I can put more depending on the size of the pictures. I love this video and how you taught us to use Google Docs. I had never even heard of this until your other video and I'm so glad I subbed to you. I learn something new from each video and I really appreciate you for that. Thanks again, you made my day.
I am so happy to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice comment. i'm glad this was helpful and thank you so much for subbing!!
Love the tip for using Google Docs. I just bought a Maker and have been frustrated with the limited space.
Yay! 😊
I cannot love this tutorial enough! I have been struggling with my waterslides cracking. I also learned the hard way that applying a waterslide over wood grain shows lines without first applying a layer of epoxy. I really like the idea of using clear gloss for other finishes (won’t work with alcohol ink based) to save an additional layer of epoxy. I just started making tumblers a month ago and I am SOOO thankful that I found you. You are the first person I have ever subscribed to and set alerts. I have ordered several products based on your recommendation. I hope to post some pictures of my products to your videos as I try different things. You ROCK!
Oh wow that's so kind thank you SO much! 🥰
How did you stop your waterslides from cracking?
Watching again 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you ☺️
Great video you always give clear concise directions, and keep them short and sweet! One tip with google docs, you can adjust your image size and a few other fun things under Image Options found next to the crop bar when you have your image selected. It also allows you to adjust many other options with the placement, color etc. Thanks for the videos!
That's a great idea! thanks for the info!
I'm trying to find the same file you bought from etsy! I absolutely adore the vintage style and would LOVE to see you do more vintage ones! Love, love, LOVE!!!!! 😍😍
I have it linked in the description box
@@FlynnSistersBoutique For some reason it wouldn't work earlier, but now it is! Thank you!
Hey! I'm about to try my first waterslide and I'm following your tutorial ❤ I just wanted to say that you can resize your images in Google docs by left clicking and selecting image options 😉
Yes, at the time of filming this that wasn’t an option. Thanks for the heads up
You make decal transfer look so easy lol I think I am just heavy handed 🤣🤣🤣🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Lol 😆 thank you.
When I first started, I bought a really nicely detailed roses clear waterslide; I tried to add it to my wine and roses tumbler and of course it doesn’t show up well. I received 3 of the same waterslide and thought to add another one on top, yah that didn’t work... I think I have to paint it white by hand because I don’t want the white background showing through. I’m not defeated yet 😆
Can you go into depth or do you have an in depth info about the epoxy sealing. Can they be sealed without the turner or is that a must?
Epoxy is self leveling so if it isnt constantly turning, it will drip off your tumbler. You can turn by hand, but you have to constantly turn until the epoxy stops moving. The epoxy moves for several hours before it cures enough stay in place.
Hi Jess & group,
I have seen a few people mirror image, print, & apply the Clear coat. Cut around their image, place in water then place their image face down & slide the paper backing off. So I was curious and have asked them why spray seal that side?
They said thats what they were taught.
They have also said it was so much easier..
I have tried to do one that way, but I didn't like not watching to insure the edges weren't tucked under or that it was
straight. I guess I just like the way I learned LOL 😆
well different strokes for different folks I guess. This way works fine for me so I haven't changed it
Love the cups! Which red glitter did you use for the peekaboo on the cup with the boy and girl image? It’s gorgeous!!
thanks! That's actually just a sparkle vinyl I had from thevinylcottageshop.com :-)
So cute! What color red glitter did you use for the hearts? It is so pretty!
thanks! the puppy and kitty one I used blood stripe from Peachy Olive and the other one is actually just sparkle vinyl!
Thanks for this! I have been wanting to know how to do this is the google docs!! FYI I just want to make a tumbler like your shirt in this video! It’s amazing and would be a beautiful tumbler!
Oh that would be cute!! Thank you for watching
@@FlynnSistersBoutique yes it would and if you decide to do it maybe record it? 🥰 not that you don’t have enough going on 🤷🏼♀️😆but you would be the one to pull it off
I hope you get this question. I want a white base - and clear waterslide decal. Can I use a white sublimation type tumbler so the white base is already there?
Yeah that would just just fine. Just try to rough it up a little bit to prep
@@FlynnSistersBoutique thank you so much!!!!
When applying the waterslide to an epoxied tumbler, can you use micro sol and / or micro set or will that have some sort of reaction to the epoxy resin that is already on the tumbler?
I dont know what those products are. I can't answer that. I'm sorry.
great video! I do have a question and hope its not a stupid one, but can I just do this on a white tumbler that isn't epoxied?
please tell can this be washed in dishwasher? can this be used in microwave? is this food safe? thanks in advance.
Hand wash only and not microwave sage. These are stainless steel tumblers
Why do you spray the waterslide with clear first? Does it keep it from folding or is it a personal preference?
The ink will all fall off in the water if you don’t
Thanks for that. I am going to try and make my own. Thanks for sharing the extra tips. Love your video too.
First I just have to ask this, has anyone else notice the floating orbs at the beginning of this video? This was a great tutorial regardless. Also, question #2: Is epoxy resin a must or can I seal the designs on my tumblers with a dishwasher safe modge podge instead?
Mod podge will not give you a permanent seal
Hello, thanks for the video.
Can i add the waterslide decal to a surface that i have done 2 epoxy coats then sanded?
Also if i feel big lumps after 2 coats and a sand should i sand more or do another coat of epoxy?
yes you can just make sure you shine it up first with the clear gloss paint. if you feel large lumps like that yes, I'd go into another coat of epoxy and see how much it smooths out
@@FlynnSistersBoutique
Thank you!
Shine the water slide right. Or clear gloss the cup??
And ok ty, idk y its so lumpy i did a smaller tumbler before it and it was perfect. Then i saw a video that i should make sure cup is level on turner and idlk if i messed up by trying to level it or what 😔.
Can I ask please this video has helped massively but with stainless steel tumblers that can have hot snd cold drinks in them im not advanced on using epoxy can you use anything else to seal thr water slide at the end ? As I have some clear sealant
You’ll want to use epoxy for an application like that. You could use a product like Crystalac but that requires a turner also
Is it a certain printer you have to use for the waterslide
No, any inkjet printer is good
What vinyl did you use for the hearts??
Can waterslides be layered? Also what do you prefer, waterslides or vinyl? Great videos!♥️💙
You can layer them but you may see some seams or indentations. laying one on top of the other is sometimes good if you want more vibrant color but it's hard to do. I prefer waterslide to vinyl. Thank you!
So you said you applied 3 separate coats of the clear. How long did you wait in between for it to dry?
4-6 hours between the 1st and second and then 8 hours before the third
Can you seal it on your cup after applying your water slide? I don't want to use epoxy.
Epoxy is how you would seal it if you want it permanent and washable.
Can you do class on ink pens
Yes I’m working on it
Adorable. Love your tutorial’s but I’m no longer on FB.
Good thing I only do them here!
Can the water slide be applied over an epoxied surface as well?
yes, as long as it's glossy and not sanded
LOVED this video. So so informative. I have a lame newbie question. So when I’m looking for images on Etsy to print water slides am I looking for it to say “Clip Art” or PNG file? Does that make sense? Lol. I just need to know that I’m buying the correct format.
Yes that’s correct! Thank you for watching ☺️
@@FlynnSistersBoutique thanks so much! : )
If you click "image options" when you have the photo selected, you can set the exact dimensions of the images!
good to know! thanks for sharing!
If I have printer with sublimation ink, do I need a separate printer just for things such as water slide decals and printable vinyl?
I think you might since most waterslide paper is formulated for laser or inkjet printers only
@@FlynnSistersBoutique thank you for your reply and all your awesome tutorials!
Hi!! I have a question. I watched another tutorial and the girl flipped her image and printed it, when she applied it she put it face down. Any advice on why she might do this? And advantage you could see? I love waterslides so just looking for all the tips/advice I can find!
Some people think it's easier, I've never felt the need to do it that way.
Where do u get your images from?
As stated in the tutorial, they are linked for you in the description box.
❤️
Is there a reason why the water slide gets wrinkled while drying? Will it flatten back out after it finishes drying. I pulled them off before I allowed them to finish drying because they started to wrinkle. Is that a normal process?
You want to be sure you get all the water pushed out from beneath it. First, i use a squeegee and then pat down well with paper towel. You want to keep an eye on it for a bit and work out any wrinkles if there's shrinking while it dries.
@@FlynnSistersBoutique I figured out that I needed to put more coats of poly coating on the water slides 2 coat was not enough.
Thank you!
I dont know if you will see this question or not, since it's a year later....buy we have had some clear water slides on white cups turn yellow after being epoxied. It doesn't seem to happen on every water slide. Any advice or suggestions? We are stumped to put it mildly. We've never had this happen.
Could be whatever you used to seal it?
How can I mirror the decal in this google program?
What happened with your video? I saw it earlier and it was killing it with the views!
Copyright claim 😭 then yt wanted to take an eternity to fix it so I just removed it and edited and reuploaded which took an entire day. So happy 😁😝
@@FlynnSistersBoutique Oh poo on that!!! Well, its a good title and topic, hopefully your faithful will rewatch and kick it off. Was it music?
@@DuncanCustomAirbrush we shall see. You know how it is.
It was for music
This is probably a stupid question. But can you use any image for a water slide? As in...could I just Google anything at all, and then print it onto water slide paper? Or do you have to buy an svg file?
yes you can print out any image that you can add to your cricut design space canvas or word processing document like we did here
You stated to make sure ur tumbler has a glossy base so u don’t see outline of the water slide - what if u doing a matte cup - my outline was showing
if you're doing a matte cup, you'd still apply the waterslide to a shiny surface then epoxy over that and then do your matte process and you shouldn't see the edges.
@@FlynnSistersBoutique - ok thanks
Why do you use docs instead of draw?
you could use whatever works best for you. this works best for me