If a few days ago we were talking about how to do fake tattoos with photocopies and markers, Today we will talk about another activity related to how to make homemade tattoos and ideal to spend a silly summer afternoon: decals.
You will see that it is not difficult at all, we only need a few materials to get a really cool tattoo of which we can show off.
What do we need?
- Paper to make stickers. Also known as transfer paper, they sell it in craft stores and even on Amazon.
- A computer and a printer.
- Scissors.
- Water.
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Let's see how to make homemade tattoos with stickers. Here are the steps:
- Firstly, choose the design you want. You can do it yourself or use an image that you already have (for example, a drawing that you have scanned). Take into account the size you want and that you have to print it upside down (this is especially important in the case of letters, since applying the decal produces a mirror effect).
- Print the design onto the paper to make stickers. Remember that you have to follow the instructions on the paper and print on the glossy side, not matte.
- Once printed, cut out the outline of the tattoo with scissors. You do not have to rush too much, follow the design more or less, since the excess part will be transparent
- Apply it to the area you want to tattoo. Apply water, but not too hard (ideally with a damp cloth. When the paper is transparent, move it gently to remove it.
- Let the tattoo air dry so that it is fixed correctly i ready!
- The tattoo will lose shine and will peel off in a few days. However, if you want to remove it sooner, a little soap and water or alcohol will suffice.
We hope it has become clear to you how to make homemade tattoos. Let us know how it was in the comments!