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Creativebug’s “Playing with Image Transfers” Class

Ready to add a unique, artistic flair to your crafting projects? Creativebug’s Playing with Image Transfers class is the perfect way to experiment with layering, textures, and mixed media magic! Whether you're a seasoned maker or a curious beginner, this class offers a treasure trove of techniques to ignite your creativity.

🎨 What’s the Class About?

In this exploration-focused class, you’ll learn various image transfer techniques that work on paper and fabric. Then, you’ll combine these elements by layering them onto a foundational cloth. Think of it as creating your own patchwork story—one filled with colors, textures, and unexpected details.

✂️ What You’ll Learn

  • Image Transfer Techniques: Explore how to transfer printed images onto paper and fabric.

  • Layering Skills: Learn how to combine transferred images into a cohesive design on fabric.

  • Foundational Cloth Creation: Use your newfound skills to build a stunning mixed-media piece.

The best part? There’s room for experimentation, so no two projects will look the same.

🛠️ Supplies You’ll Need

Here’s a quick checklist of supplies you’ll want to have handy:

  • Laser-photocopies (not ink jet), in color and black & white, single-sided, in mirror image if using text

  • Foundational piece of woven, canvas-weight fabric roughly 12" x 18” 

  • Scraps of white, cream- or light-colored fabrics with a very smooth surface - Courtney uses muslin, tight-weave cotton, and silk and satin ribbon

  • Chartpak Blender Pen

  • Acetone, 90-100%

  • Cotton balls

  • White or cream acrylic paint, Liquitex brand or another artist grade

  • Golden brand gel medium 



  • Stiff brush 

  • Plastic credit card

  • Spray bottle of water

  • Bone folder

  • Scissors

  • Wax paper

  • Paper padding to cushion and protect your surface such as a magazine or stack of newsprint

  • Packing tape to stabilize thin fabrics 

  • Embellishments and ephemera, such as buttons, sequins, and small metal objects

  • Sewing needle and threads, such as perle cotton embroidery floss

  • Straight pins

  • Colored pencils

  • Water-soluble paints, such as watercolor and acrylic paint

  • Watercolor brush - Courtney uses round size 6

  • Wide hardware store brush

  • Black tea, coffee, or walnut ink

  • Latex/rubber gloves (optional)

🖌️ Why Take This Class?

If you’re a fan of:

  • Personalizing your projects

  • Trying new art techniques

  • Adding depth and texture to your work

…then this class is calling your name. Plus, the skills you’ll gain are perfect for enhancing quilts, home decor, and even wearable art.

💻 How to Join

Creativebug classes are available on-demand, so you can dive in whenever creativity strikes. Not a member yet? They offer a free trial so you can start your image transfer journey today.

Ready to create something uniquely yours? Head over to Creativebug and search for Playing with Image Transfers to start experimenting with this exciting craft technique.