How to Make Your Own Iron on Transfers

Iron-on transfers are a fun and inexpensive way to personalize anything from a T-shirt to a bag. Just about any craft store carries transfers, and there are numerous different types to choose from. The two main types are a "regular" transfer (for lighter fabrics), and a transfer specifically designed for darker fabrics. Choose the appropriate transfer and follow the directions written on the package. Some transfers need to be flipped so they won't end up backwards on the final product.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Graphics software (such as Photoshop) Iron-on transfer paper Printer Scissors Iron T-shirt (or desired surface)

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   Choose an image and open it in a photo-editing program. Use anything from a photograph to clip art.

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   Add text or other embellishment, if you wish.

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   "Flatten" the image; go to "Layer" and select "Flatten Image."

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   Read the directions for your transfer paper. Some paper requires you to reverse the image because the transfer will be a mirror imaged on the final product. If you are required to flip the image, go to "Image," "Rotate canvas" and "Flip canvas horizontal." The image should now be reversed.

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   Make sure the image is the size you want (and will fit on your paper). Follow the directions on your transfers to insert the paper into your printer. Print the image.

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   Cut out the image. Follow the instructions on the package to adhere.

References

• HP: Ideas and Info
• About Iron-On Transfer Paper