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Unique Ways to Use a Printer You May Not Have Known Were Possible
If you only use your printer every now and again to print out event tickets, receipts or the kids homework, you may be guilty of underestimating it’s capabilities. Believe it or not, a good quality printer can be used for a variety of different fun crafts and creative projects – and can even save you money. Why buy when you can make your own with the help of your printer?
Here are seven ideas on unique ways you can use your printer to get your started:
Personalised Napkins
Having a party, BBQ or social gathering? Add the personal touch to your paper napkins.
Used Dryer Sheet Art
Used dryer sheets make for an interesting material for art projects – they are soft and textured and hold the ink well.
Temporary Tattoos
Whether your kids are dressing up for Halloween and want to sport some temporary body art, or if you want to try a design before committing yourself to it for a lifetime – temporary tattoos can be created at home with your printer. Print the design on temporary tattoo paper – and don’t forget to print the image in reverse, so that it is the correct way when applied to your skin.
Personalised Paper Bags
Give brown paper bags an instant make over on a budget with your printer. These make fantastic lolly bags for kids parties, or show bags for events.
Fabric Printing
Create handmade gifts, sew-in name labels and more with your printer. Most fabrics can be printed on, as long as it is thin enough to get through the printer feeder. (Although you will need to use a stabiliser to keep the fabric in place). Fabrics that work well for this kind of project include muslin, cotton, and linen as they absorb the ink well.
Print Your Own Board Game
Stuck at home with the kids on a rainy day? Salvation may be staring you in the face in the form of your home printer! Printable board games can be found easily online – and at a fraction of the cost of purchasing it.
What unique ways have you used your printer?
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Fuji Xerox Australia.