Hey there crafty friends! It’s Design Team Member Kelly Nagy, back again to share some Artesprix magic with you! Follow along as I combine the Artesprix’s Drawstring Bag with my paper crafting supplies from to create a truly unique project. Forget traditional gift wrapping or just slipping your gift card or certificate into a generic card, this alternative approach Is both fun for you and memorable for the recipient. The best part, it will last forever!
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What is Artesprix Iron-on-Ink?
Imagine this: Iron-on ink, aka, sublimation, is pure creativity at its finest! With magic-like properties, Artesprix Iron-on ink turns from a solid into a gas without any liquid middleman, opening a world of possibilities for your crafting! From markers to stamp pads and acrylic paints, mix and match colors and mediums to your heart’s content, and yes, on the same project! The sky’s the limit with this innovative technology now accessible to all home crafters, thanks to Artesprix’s specifically formulated products. Let your creativity sour with sublimation magic and bring your designs to live in the most vibrant and long-lasting way!
Supplies:
Sublimation Ink Pad – Artesprix
Sublimation Stamps - Block Alphabet – Artesprix
Protective Paper Roll – Artesprix
Sublimation Stamps - Hand Lettered Basics – Artesprix
Multi-Purpose Cleaner – Artesprix
Birthday Celebration Layered Background Builder Stencil - Scrappy Boy Stamps
Heat Press (handheld or home iron)
Copy Paper & Pencil
Step-by-Step Tutorial:
Step 1: Trace blank onto a piece of copy paper with a pencil to create a template. Pencil will not transfer to your final product.
Step 2: Cut around the template leaving about ¼ inch, and place it into my Misti stamp positioner. Use the specially designed Artesprix Hand Lettered Basics & Block Alphabet Sublimation Stamps to create a message, “Happy 27th”.
Pro Tip: If using a stamp positoner, reapply Black Ink Pad to stamp as many times as needed onto your copy paper to get a great transfer and allow to dry.
Step 3: Use a birthday themed stencil that includes balloons and confetti if you have on hand. This set is from Scrappy Boy Stamps, it is called, “Birthday Celebration Layered Background Builder Stencil” and has 3 different layers. This stencil makes it so easy to add balloons in 3 different colors without masking. I used the pink, purple and blue Sublimation Ink Pads to create a festive background with my stencils. Continue using each layering stencil with the colors listed to create an awesome background with minimal effort.
Step 4: If you are using a handheld Heat Source like me you will need an adequate application of the Artesprix Heat Tape to secure your design face down onto the blank.
Step 5: Cut 3 pieces of the Protective Paper. Place one under, inside, and on top of the secured Drawstring Bag blank.
Step 6: When using a hand-held heat press, you want to hold heat source firmly and stationary to ensure there is no shifting during the transfer process. Transfer at 400°F and transfer for 45 seconds.
Step 7: Do a "peek test" to ensure the color has transferred, If not, you can simply re-apply and press again, and repeat this process until you are satisfied with the outcome.
Step 8: If Step 7 was successful, allow to cool and the you can remove all of the paper to reveal your vibrate transfer.
With my project now complete, I would love to encourage my fellow crafters to level up their gift giving game and add a personal touches to their presents. Artesprix provides endless possibilities to create custom-made projects that show your recipient just how special they are! Let’s celebrate every moment with unique gift packaging that will make hearts smile and eyes sparkle.
Happy Crafting,
Kelly Nagy
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