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Instructions on how to transfer an image on paper to wood. (Laser printer required for this project)

I've had several requests for instructions on how to transfer an image to wood. For this project you will need an image (in reverse, especially if there's writing) from a laser printer. Inkjet prints will NOT work!
Find the image you would like to transfer. Adjust it to the correct size and reverse the image, especially if there is any wording involved.
Print them out on a laser print. {I've tried printing with my ink jet but my images have come out with color streaks... greens and purples, not really the look I'm going for}
Trim off as much paper as you can.
Grab the wood you want to transfer your image on. Be sure it's been sanded, painted and/or stained the color you want before you start the next step.

Prep Steps

Brush the Mod Podge onto the wood where your image will be placed.
Flip your image over, image face down, and rub onto the board.
I typically just use my fingers but I have used my brayer before for larger pieces. Some suggest using the back of a spoon which I tried for this tutorial and discovered I don't like it. I gouged my image of a clock. That doesn't happen with your fingers or the brayer.

Transfer

Now the hardest part.... walk away for 24 hours. (If you want your image to be a little aged or vintage looking, then only leave the image on for a few hours.) Once the image has dried, soak the paper with a wet paintbrush.
I find it works best to wet the paper until you can make out the image coming through.

The Waiting Game

Now start rubbing the paper off. It will take some time and it will take numerous trips back to your wood to spot leftover paper. {It will be easier to spot when the paper dries.}
I recommend letting the wood sit for another 24 hours to ensure you've removed all the paper. If there is any paper left it will be noticeable. So make sure all the papers removed prior to putting a finish on. {If you've stained your piece, applying a small amount back over the image will help cover up any of the paper left behind.}

Rub - Exposing the image

Once all the paper has been removed, complete your piece with a varnish if needed.
Color images are also an option. Again, remember to flip the image and print on a laser printer.

Finishing

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