So, today's post is going to be another DIY one. I learnt how to do this technique from my art teacher and since then I have had a few attempts and wanted to share the process with you guys! So lets get started!
The first step is to find some images that you want to transfer. I used Disney quotes that I liked and printed them from the internet. However, you will need to, if you are using anything with words on it, reverse the image. This makes it so, when you remove the paper, the words are the right way round. You will also need a surface to transfer onto, something that doesn't matter if it gets wet, like card or a canvas. Other things you will need include: acrylic paint in any colours you wish to use, a paintbrush, scissors and water.
Next you need to cut out your images into more manageable sizes. It is a good idea to mark out the size of each cutting on your surface so you know how big the area for acrylic paint needs to be.
Now you need to paint the area which you will be placing the image to transfer. Be sure to push down quite firmly onto it to make it stick and be sure there isn't any air bubbles as this could stop the ink sticking to the paint.
You will need to leave the work to dry, preferably overnight, to make the water will not remove the acrylic instead of just the paper.
Once your work is dry, you will need to get a glass or a bowl of water and, using your finger, rub some water onto the paper. Whilst doing this you will also be needing to rub in small, light circles to remove the paper. Any paper left over will dry white so you want to remove as much as you can. Don't worry if some of the wording or image comes away with the paper, it doesn't work every time and it just makes it more authentic. If it doesn't work the first time i recommend trying again as practice makes perfect.
To neaten up my quotes I cut them all out. This makes little quote cards which you could give to someone as a present or just keep as motivational cards for yourself.
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| Even miracles take a little time - Cinderella |
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| All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them - Walt Disney |
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| Laughter is timeless, Imagination has no age and Dreams are forever - Walt Disney |
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| Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. - Lilo and Stitch |
I hope this works for you and you have fun trying!
Until next time
-G-
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