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catching up

I am home and catching up on work that piled up while I was away. I spent all day working on my 3rd book. This one has a lot of contributors so it take lots of organizing to make sure I have everything in order!

I did find something exciting online. Just this last weekend at my workshop in Bonita Springs, I was saying "wouldn't it be cool if there was a way we could print our own rub-ons" well wouldn't you know there IS!!!! I just found out about Grafix Arts Translucent Vellum, which apparently you can print your own rub-ons from your inkjet printer. Thanks to CraftNotes Blog for mentioning this! I can't wait to try this out!

Now I wonder, will I have to go to Michael's Craft Store to get it????

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:: posted @ 9:55 PM by claudine hellmuth::

COMMENTS:

Claudine:

You can also make your own rub-ons using "overhead" transparencies and freezer paper. If you use the "overhead" transparencies you can use them over and over, just wipe them with a paper towel. You have to use an ink jet printer, but they work great!

Cindy Scaife
www.cscaife.typepad.com

# posted by

Anonymous : 11:47 AM

Cindy

No way!!! how cool is that! I am going to look around the internet and find out how to do that! thanks for the tip!!

# posted by

claudine hellmuth : 12:04 PM

I've used the transparencies before but it can smear if you're not careful and let it dry completely. I went to that site you posted and they let you search for a store near you for the transfer film. Looks like its at Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Have fun creating!

# posted by

Contessa Kris : 12:24 PM

Claudine

How cool, I need some of that.

It sounds like you had a great trip. Most excellent! How fun to have your Mom join you.

I have the same issues with AC Moore! Sheesh...you'd think our quasi craft world celebrity status would gain us marginal respect!

Cheers,
Margot

# posted by

Margot Potter : 4:09 PM

hey cutie! we have some of the grafix at our lss, not sure if you will find it at michael's? it's amazing stuff, it really is! hugs, rachel

lostintheattic.typepad.com

# posted by

Anonymous : 5:13 PM

if you are ever near Des Moines (ie Omaha, Kansas City) I SO want to take a class from you and meet you! I can't wait for the Third book! YAY!

# posted by

Candace Trew Camling : 6:18 PM

Michael's again...
hope there are a few closer than the last ones!
And you better not need help finding out which department they keep them in, LOL!
Who is your pick, Rami or Chris?
B-

# posted by

Unknown : 12:57 AM

THANKYOU for that!!! I've been wishing there was a way to create my own rub-ons.
PS-would love more info on the new book-title? release date?
Best, Michele

http://msddesign.blogspot.com/

# posted by

Michele : 5:44 PM

First off, I just want to say I love your site. I own all your books and love your style - it just makes me happy. I wanted to echo the first posters statement about making your own rubons. It definitely works. I have done it quite a few times using regular transparencies. I just type the words that I want and use word art to reverse the text. I print it out, let it dry and then rub on my project. It differs from regular rub ons in that they are not as clear and sharp but I kind of like the ethereal look that they lend to a project. Also they don't work on glass or anything smooth. Hope that helps!

-Rikelle

# posted by

Rikelle : 12:06 AM