How to Transfer Photos to Wood | Easy DIY Process #WoodPrints
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How to Transfer Photos to Wood | Easy DIY Process #WoodPrints
Lets Learn how to transfer a photo to wood!!
In this super fun and easy Doing it with jason DIY, i will show you how to do it all with just an inkjet printer. Hold onto your hats cause this is sure to blow you away. You can print words, photographs, you name it. Follow me on https://facebook.com/doingitwithjason https://instagram.com/doingitwithjason
Credit Card?!
Yes! Find a maxed out credit card or one with little interest.. just kidding, any card will do! You will use this for a squeegee.
Wood Choice
The best wood that i found to transfer the ink is Maple! Either solid or plywood works great.
Transfer Paper?
The best paper to use is sticker paper. The left over part after a sticker is peeled off is shiny and perfect
Ink Jet Printer
Dust off your favorite ink jet printer. It has to be an inkjet printer.
Sanding
The key to the transfer is using 120 grit sand paper. It is the best grit versus transfer that i have found
Load Up
Now its time to load up your printer with the transfer paper
Click Print
I like to use photoshop for printing because you can size the image and mirror the image for words
Transfer Time
Next you flip the print onto the wood and using a credit card as a squeegee, transfer!!
Clear Coat
You must use some kind of clear coat. My favorite is varethane.
Let It Dry
Its ready! this really makes great gifts for friends and family!!