Using QK Transfer Paper + a New Layout.

I have received quite a few requests to share how to use to use QK Transfer Paper to adhere an intricate Silhouette cut image onto a project. I had used the transfer paper to adhere the Quickutz Vinyl to walls and other surfaces but I didn't try it on paper/cardstock until Kerri Bradford suggested it. That Kerri, she is a brilliant one!

The card I'm sharing today is very similar to the file folder design I shared previously. That was intentional. I really liked that design and wanted to translate that into a card, rather than a page accent. Love the versatility of the Silhouette designs!

Supplies:

Transfer Paper (Quickutz)

Primaries 12x12 AC Cardstock (American Crafts)

Silhouette Digital Craft Cutter

Corduroy Brad (Stampin' Up)

Florals (Making Memories)

Clear Accents (CK KOTM)

Silhoutte Designs used:

card_heart_0917 (I ungrouped the imaged and removed the heart)

 

phrase_birthday_1549

 

Here's a few tips on using the transfer paper:

• Cut only as much transfer paper as you need. For instance, I used about a 5" square design. I cut a 5" square from the transfer paper. Not having a lot of excess really helps when you go to pull the transfer paper off.
• Have some adhesive remover (like Un-Du) handy. If your design sticks to the transfer paper I have found that a little Un-du works like a charm and doesn't rip your design. 
• Kerri suggests not pushing too hard to adhere the die cut design to the transfer paper and to not leave it on there too long.
• Cardstock designs are a bit easier to use with transfer paper than patterned paper ones. However, in addition to the card today, both of these designs (shared previously) were adhered with transfer paper.  

 

For information on the Silhouette designs and products used, click HERE. 

For information on the products & Silhouette designs used, click HERE.

Stamping + die cutting share: 

This layout is up on the Quickutz Blog today. 

I die cut the tree out of green and brown cardstock and then used the Designer Woodgrain stamp to bring the tree trunk to life and used the Four Leaf Grid for the greenery on the tree. Stamped it all with Versamark and then embossed with clear embossing powder. I did the same thing using theHoundstooth background stamp on the die cut grass border. Quick and easy!

Supplies:

Designer Woodgrain Wood Mounted Stamp (Hero Arts)

Houndstooth Wood Mounted Stamp (Hero Arts)

Four Leaf Grid Design Block Stamp (Hero Arts)

Birdy Wood Mounted Stamp (Hero Arts)

Live In the Moment Wood Mounted Stamp (Hero Arts)

Bumblebee Sugar Coated Brads (Doodlebug)

Silhouette Digital Craft Cutter

Black 12x12 AC Cardstock (American Crafts)

Tropicals 12x12 AC Cardstock (American Crafts)

White 12x12 AC Cardstock (American Crafts)

Zing! Mustard Opaque Embossing Powder (American Crafts)

Clouds Patterned Paper (Dream Street)

Scallop Border Punch (Stampin' Up)

Other: Notch Tool, Corner Rounder, Scrap Patterned Paper (for birdy), googly eye

Silhouette Designs used:

tree_1123

 

grass_0116

 

Don't miss the great giveaways on the Hero Arts & Quickutz blogs today! 

Back to work I go....have a great Thursday!

Comments

[Amy V.]

THANK YOU so much for this tutorial. I knew there HAD to be an easier way. I will be purchasing some of this transfer paper pronto!

Could you please share the brand of adhesive you were using on the image?

Many thanks! :o)

[Kerri Bradford]

Nichol, you've done it again! You are so amazing with your videos and your creativity! Love it!

[Vera]

Thanks! That's so helpful for those of us who are 'visual' learners!

[kandis]

have I told you lately how amazing you are??? I just drool over all your work girl! LOVE all the stuff you've been making for the Hero blog!

[Jane]

Thanks! All GORGEOUS!

[Sandra]

wow - thanks for all the education and inspiration!
Sandra

[Jennifer McGuire]

love the big tree!