Help Me... Laura's Paint cans...

MyEbella

MyEbella

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Okay so I do this all the time... I purchase stuff and never use it!!

I am bound and deteremined to make the paint cans from Laura
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Double Double Toile & Trouble Paint Can

so what size do I print these in?
Can I print in matte photograph?
What are you using to glue it to the paint can?

I know tons of questions....

What about her Goody Bag toppers
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I just assumed I would print as a photograph and attach with staples?

THANK YOU in advance for the help!!!
 
Hi Kim!

Print (print twice) the paint can templates as is and then cut them out . I used matte photo paper and glued them on with Mod Podge (Matte-Mat). Glue the back side of the paper onto the can and smooth out. When completely dry paint another layer of Mod Podge over the paper. Use a foam brush to paint on the glue.

For the bag toppers... Just print out, cut and fold. Then staple over the bag. :) i used matte photo paper as well.

HTH! Have fun with your project!!
 
yeah... what Nikki said!! heehee!! ;)

thanks for gettin these goodies! cant wait to see yours all done! be sure to post us some pix -k. :D

xoxo
 
i have some mod-podge at home so will double check that it is the right stuff and get them printed!!! =)

you guys are awesome!!!!
 
If you have an ink jet printer, do you have to use a fixative so the ink doesn't run when you use mod-podge? Never done this before...
 
cheltzey said:
If you have an ink jet printer, do you have to use a fixative so the ink doesn't run when you use mod-podge? Never done this before...
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I use an inkjet too, and I didn't have any trouble with the colors running. I just printed and mod podged it right on there.
I would assume it's the same for all inkjets? You could though, just to be sure, run some mod podge over a little test sheet. I played around with an old paint bucket at first....to make sure everything turned out right. Since this was my first project too. It may matter too if you use photo paper ot not... I chose not to use photo paper and I think it turned out great.

Hope that helps.

Here's a link to mine if ya wanna check it out... Paint Can


Kim...yeah...make sure to post up some pictures! Can't wait to see it!
 
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Tracey It looks awesome...

I have the right mod-podge...so printing tomorrow and hopefully it started tomorrow night!!! getting nervous though LOL my first hybrid project!
 
These have been out in the computer craft industry for years. I've been making these since 2002. And they make FABULOUS gift holders! The easiest way to do them is to print on full sheet label paper and then do clear sheet laminate over top. I use Avery full sheet labels to print on and then Avery clear laminate sheets over top. Use your peeled off back from your sticker sheet as your pattern for your clear laminate. You can have it printed, assembled and ready to give in a matter of 10 minutes ;)

Here are 2 of mine that I have photos of:

From 4 years ago: I used a hot glue gun to attach the maribou
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Filled with Microwave popcorn, pajamas, a gift card to a movie rental place, and some other girlie things like gummy bracelets, notepad/journal, pen, etc.

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wildblueeyez said:
These have been out in the computer craft industry for years. I've been making these since 2002. And they make FABULOUS gift holders! The easiest way to do them is to print on full sheet label paper and then do clear sheet laminate over top. I use Avery full sheet labels to print on and then Avery clear laminate sheets over top. Use your peeled off back from your sticker sheet as your pattern for your clear laminate. You can have it printed, assembled and ready to give in a matter of 10 minutes ;)
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Oh...i never thought to do that!! I'll have to try that next time! Thanks for that tip!

All of these cans look awesome!! TFS! :)
 
Oh, I like the laminate idea, no wrinkles! I use mod podge and it does work with no running of the inks. I find that I get less wrinkles if I apply in thin layers, applying it to the back of the paper before putting it on the can, let it dry, then apply to the front. Have fun!
 
one more question............

do I print as an 8x10? or larger paper?

I'm out of in on both of my home printers so Ihave to order it....
 
Tracey and Luann those are adorable!! i want to make one as a teacher gift..gonna attempt it as soon as I find the kit I wanna use hehe
 
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Those are too cute Luann! I am lovin that maribou!



FlirtatiousBrat said:
Tracy and Luann those are adorable!! i want to make one as a teacher gift..gonna attempt it as soon as I find the kit I wanna use hehe
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Ohhh what a fab idea for teacher gifts!


Thanks for the nice comments gals!
 
okay me again....

just printed them at work so I can attempt tonight he he he
and OMG it looks awesome...
I don't think I have ever printed on cardstock from digi stuff OMG I may be doing lots of this!!! =) It looks awesome I can't wait to start working on it!!!

P.S... If it all works out... it will be a Halloween gift for Ethan's preschool teacher....
Thanks...
Kim
 
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