Interestingly, I discovered I can print directly to fabric. I was wondering if it were possible, so I just starched the hell out of an 8 1/2" by 11" piece of muslin and ran it through my inkjet printer with my fingers crossed. It came through fine, without even a hint of a jam (but please don't hold me liable if you try this and your printer jams up!) Of course, without anything to seal the ink in the fabric, it washes out easily. I am thinking about experimenting with Scotch Guard spray or something of that nature to seal the ink in. I'll let you know what I come up with.....
Your labels are adorable. I am inspired.
ReplyDeleteCoincidently, I just pinned this link yesterday. It is a concoction to treat the fabric before printing that keeps the colors brighter and from fading with washing. It is similar to the BubbleJet product that quilters purchase to print on fabrics for custom quilts.
http://www.infarrantlycreative.net/2010/03/custom-bean-bags.html
Awesome!! I actually have some 'printable' fabric sheets that I will do this with (and thanks to the tip above about treating against fading.
ReplyDeleteYes! @Sewinghappyplace That sounds great! I had some alum around here somewhere- don't you put a pinch of it in meringues? And @PepperReed, I will have to look into those sheets.
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