how to print on fabric

Because I’m always looking for new ways to jam my printer, I decided to try my hand at printing on fabric. And in a sad, baffling way, I was a wee bit disappointed that it was so darn easy. Then I became elated, because the options of what I can do with this technique are endless. 

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supplies needed:

• fabric
• wax paper
• iron
• printer

step 1 – preparation

Select a remnant of fabric that you want to use. I wanted a homespun feel to this project, so I used a lightweight piece of muslin. Then cut a piece of wax paper and place it shiny side down to the wrong side of the fabric; iron. The wax paper acts as a stabilizer for the fabric during the printing process.

Using a standard piece of computer paper as a guide, cut the fabric the same size so it will fit in your printer.

step 2 – print

Before printing, design your words or image and print a test page using computer paper to make sure the placement is correct. Then load your fabric sheet into the printer and press print. Let dry, then peel the wax paper away from fabric.

It’s that easy to print on fabric. Kind of a craft challenge let-down, right? But honey, think of all the cool things you can make with this simple technique. And check back next week to see what I do with this printed fabric. Hint: it’s going to be an awesome Mother’s Day gift for a very special friend.

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