6Instagram photosprinted out on a dry toner printer
Instructions
Print out the photos on a dry inkjet or laserjet printer. Make sure they are sized to fit the block.
Working one image at the time, use the sponge brush to apply photo transfer medium to the front of the photo - obscuring it completely.
Smooth the image down carefully onto the block. Wipe away any excess that comes out the side. Repeat with the remaining five sides and let this dry for at least 24 hours.
When the 24 hours have passed, wet the block on one side. Rub lightly to remove the paper. Let the image dry and repeat on the remaining sides.
After removing the top layer of paper, let dry a little and then repeat. It's better to rub gently and repeat the wetting process several times than to rub too hard and rub the image away.
The finished block will end up looking slightly faded and vintage-y - this is normal. Add a layer of Mod Podge Hard Coat to darken the photos and seal the block. Let dry completely before displaying.
Notes
Step 1: If you don't have a photo editing program, put the photos into a program like PowerPoint or Word so you can print them.If there is text on the image, you'll need to reverse the image so that the text transfers correctly.You need to make sure that the ink from your printer is DRY toner so that it doesn't smear. Laserjet will work, and some inkjet printers.My printer is an HP inkjet and it works. However, a lot of inkjet printers smear, so you need to do a test.If the inkjet ink smears, get your photo copied at a FedEx store or other place where you have access to a laserjet printer.Step 2: Doing this on the silicone mat makes it easy to pick the picture off (and protects your work surface).
