How to Make Your Own Temporary Tattoo
Have you ever wanted a tattoo but weren't sure you wanted something that permanent? An easy solution is to get a temporary tattoo. It is cheaper than a real tattoo, plus it can be washed off with soap and water. It's painless and fun to do on your computer. You just need a design, ink jet printer and special waterslide tattoo paper to get started.
Things You'll Need
- Waterslide tattoo paper
- Inkjet printer
- Clip art
- Computer paper
- Word processing software
- Scissors
Instructions
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Open a blank word document. Click on "Insert" at the top of the page. Click on "Clip Art" under the Insert heading. Search through the images until you find a design you like. Alternatively, you can find free clip art via a Web search.
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Double-click on the design you want to move it onto the page. Size the design by pulling on the corners.
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Click on the "File" drop-down menu and select "Print." Print a test print on regular computer paper. Check to see if the design printed correctly. Change the ink if needed.
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Load the printer with the waterslide tattoo paper. Print the image onto the tattoo paper. Let the paper sit until the ink drys.
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Cut out each design and leave 1/4 inch around the edges.
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Tips & Warnings
If your design has lettering you will need to flip it so that it is backward. Click on the image, then drag one of the center black boxes to the opposite side. When applying the tattoo, make sure that you are not wearing any lotion or perfume as this will prevent the tattoo from adhering to your skin.
References
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