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Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Milk Bottle Makeover With Decals


Take an ordinary bottle and add a fun decal to totally transform and re-purpose it.
This is an easy up-cycle project if you have an ink-jet printer.


These images were sourced for free from The Graphics Fairy and there is an abundance to choose from and I give you fair warning, you could get lost down a rabbit hole and lose an hour of your day as you discover one vintage image after another.


The other thing you will need is some clear decal paper suitable for an ink-jet printer. I got mine from here.
Do a test of your chosen design on a sheet of ordinary paper first to make sure it's the size and style you want. Then simply lay the decal sheet in the printer and away you go.
To make the ink water resistant you will need to coat it and I used Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear spray. Spray lightly, giving the decal at least four coats allowing it to dry between coats.


Once dry cut the design out close to the edge of the printing. Make sure your bottle surface is clean. Using a shallow dish, place your decal in water for about 30 seconds. You'll know it's ready because the backing will start to slip from the decal. Ease your design onto the bottle making sure it's straight and smooth.


Now you've turned an old bottle into a new vase, water bottle or milk jug!
Your items will not be dishwasher safe and require gentle hand washing and to get the longest life from your design, do not soak. 


Give it a try. They make great gifts too.
If you can't be bothered with the faffing about, these bottles will be 
available
 in the shop.
( Link at the top of the page too)
I've used genuine vintage 1 pint milk bottles and they make a lovely nostalgic addition.

If you have had a go at decal work, post your pics or links in the comments section.






2 comments:

  1. What a fabulous idea. They look great, Tanya. I haven't tried decal work but I have done a lot of glass painting with beautiful transparent colours. You've given me some new ideas now! :)

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  2. These look lovely, Tanya. I have a couple of old milk bottles that I use as vases. Meg:)

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