Image Transfer onto Fabric in 10 Minutes

I have always been reluctant to do image transfers onto fabric because of the long drying time. However, recently, I experimented with using my heat gun and got some really good results. Here are my steps for doing an image transfer onto fabric in just 10 minutes.

Here are the steps I follow:

• Print a high contrast image using a laser or ink jet printer
• Cut out image and move excess paper from edges
• Place on non-stick surface, such as plastic or silicone
• Apply thin layer of matt medium to front of image
• Place fabric face down on the wet image
• Gently but firmly smooth both sides with bone folder or fingers
• Dry for several minutes with a heat gun
• Soak in water for 3 minutes
• Rub top layer off with finger
• Take rag and remove paper from center outwards
• When pieces getting smaller, dry with heat gun
• Remove haze with magic eraser product

Have you experimented with doing an image transfer onto fabric? I’d love to hear your results! Links mentioned in the video are posted below. Please note, I have no affiliation with these suppliers.

Graphics Fairy https://thegraphicsfairy.com/castle-images/

Fabric from Claudia https://www.colorwayarts.com/products/essex-linen-fabric-leather-2?_pos=12&_sid=885b58d8d&_ss=rhttps://www.colorwayarts.com/products/essex-linen-fabric-leather-2?_pos=12&_sid=885b58d8d&_ss=r

Fabric purchased on Etsy https://www.etsy.com/listing/946046328/artist-designed-fabric?ref=shop_home_active_3https://www.etsy.com/listing/946046328/artist-designed-fabric?ref=shop_home_active_3

Kona Cotton https://www.joann.com/kona-cotton-solid-quilt-fabric/1378454.htmlhttps://www.joann.com/kona-cotton-solid-quilt-fabric/1378454.html

Heat tool https://www.joann.com/darice-super-heat-tool-with-stand/5787502.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMInuuu_f_p8AIVT21vBB3M_A-QEAQYAyABEgKGzvD_BwEhttps://www.joann.com/darice-super-heat-tool-with-stand/5787502.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMInuuu_f_p8AIVT21vBB3M_A-QEAQYAyABEgKGzvD_BwE

Matte Medium Utrecht https://www.dickblick.com/items/utrecht-acrylic-medium-matte-medium-quart/https://www.dickblick.com/items/utrecht-acrylic-medium-matte-medium-quart/

Wonder Under https://www.joann.com/heavy-duty-wonder-under-15-in-x-5-yards/11385143.htmlhttps://www.joann.com/heavy-duty-wonder-under-15-in-x-5-yards/11385143.html

Quilting Ironing/Cutting Board https://www.joann.com/june-tailor-cushioned-quilter-s-square-n-blocker/3419967.htmlhttps://www.joann.com/june-tailor-cushioned-quilter-s-square-n-blocker/3419967.html

Rotary Cutter https://www.joann.com/clover-18mm-rotary-cutter/9816448.htmlhttps://www.joann.com/clover-18mm-rotary-cutter/9816448.html