How to Print on Plastic Pens
Custom-printed plastic pens are an innovative idea for a special occasion or to promote your business. There are a number of printing companies that offer on-demand pen printing, but most have minimum order requirements which may be more than you need. Luckily, there is another way to create your own custom-printed pens, and it takes less than an hour from start to finish.
Things You'll Need
- Printer
- Rub-on decal paper
- Damp cloth
- Paper towels
- Tissue paper
- Popsicle stick
Instructions
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Create a design for your pens using a word processor or graphics software.
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Gently wash each pen with a damp cloth and dry with paper towels.
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Load your printer with a sheet of rub-on decal paper, make sure that the matte side will be printed on.
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Set your print resolution to high, and select "Photo Gloss" as the paper type.
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Print your design and use a tissue to carefully blot away any excess ink.
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Trim the adhesive paper to a size that is a little larger than the image, and remove the backing.
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Stick the adhesive paper on top of the printed decal, slowly pressing it down from one corner to the next to avoid creating air bubbles.
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Cut out the decal, staying as close to the edge of the image as possible.
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Peel off the adhesive paper and press it down onto the surface of the plastic pen. Rub the back of the paper firmly with a popsicle stick.
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Grab hold of the corner of the paper and gently peel it away, leaving your decal on the pen.
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