Printing labels on fabric
#1
I've been looking and can't figure out how to do this. I'm getting behind on hand embroidering labels and figured this would be fast and I could attach them right away. When I googled it though, everyone said not to do this as the ink will wash out. I don't really want to waste my time or ink if this doesn't work so how exactly do you go about doing this??? thank you!
#2
you have to use printable fabric sheets, it's treated to make the ink stay put, just google printable fabric sheets, there are lots of brands, some you iron some you don't, read the details to make your choice for the one that will best suit your needs
#4
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i've been printing labels for years---generic-cheap ink washes out-
the ink cartridges that are actual really meant for your printer work better.
i always prepare my fabric for dyeing- pre-wash-with detergent- dry---no fabric softener- soak in soda ash- dry
press to freezer paper- cut to printer paper size- make sure the edges are very secure- so the fabric does not curl up- jam the printer.
after printing i set it aside for 24 hours to 'cure'
then heat set.
then rinse in cool water. some ink will rinse out but mine have stayed clear-very little fading for years.
i have not had much luck with the expensive pre-made printer fabric sheets...i prefer to just make my own. much less expensive.
when i purchase ink cartridges i make sure and get the ones (for my hp inkjet printer) that are not water soluble-i get the ones that are permenent ink.
also==
using a micron pigma pen works well- they are acid free- archival quality- do not bleed- fade or smear. come in a variety of colors- and tips are fine-or medium--available in most craft/art supply stores.
the ink cartridges that are actual really meant for your printer work better.
i always prepare my fabric for dyeing- pre-wash-with detergent- dry---no fabric softener- soak in soda ash- dry
press to freezer paper- cut to printer paper size- make sure the edges are very secure- so the fabric does not curl up- jam the printer.
after printing i set it aside for 24 hours to 'cure'
then heat set.
then rinse in cool water. some ink will rinse out but mine have stayed clear-very little fading for years.
i have not had much luck with the expensive pre-made printer fabric sheets...i prefer to just make my own. much less expensive.
when i purchase ink cartridges i make sure and get the ones (for my hp inkjet printer) that are not water soluble-i get the ones that are permenent ink.
also==
using a micron pigma pen works well- they are acid free- archival quality- do not bleed- fade or smear. come in a variety of colors- and tips are fine-or medium--available in most craft/art supply stores.
#5
So if I have an hp printer and use hp ink I should be fine? as long as I prewash and soak in soda ash, by the way, what is that? and let it cure then iron and rinse in cold water.
anyone ever use am IDenti-pen? I found one amidst my mom's sewing supplies but I think she said it faded. She doesn't remember.
anyone ever use am IDenti-pen? I found one amidst my mom's sewing supplies but I think she said it faded. She doesn't remember.
#6
Originally Posted by kathy
you have to use printable fabric sheets, it's treated to make the ink stay put, just google printable fabric sheets, there are lots of brands, some you iron some you don't, read the details to make your choice for the one that will best suit your needs
#7
Originally Posted by kathy
you have to use printable fabric sheets, it's treated to make the ink stay put, just google printable fabric sheets, there are lots of brands, some you iron some you don't, read the details to make your choice for the one that will best suit your needs
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