Summer is an exciting and busy time during which parents get to spend extra time with their kids. Soon enough though, school will be back in session. This means parents will start thinking about school supplies, clothes, and classroom sign-ups. One thing that parents may overlook is personalization. While this may not be the most obvious step, it can save a lot of trouble in terms of accidental mix-ups or lost items.
How Can School Items Be Personalized?
Items can be personalized in different ways and the type of material will influence the best way to do so. Some methods of personalization are not as permanent as others though. Some examples of personalization that may not last or may wear down are writing names on tags in marker, or using keychains, patches, and pins. One method of permanent personalization that is gaining popularity is water transfer printing.
Beyond its permanency, water transfer printing offers several other benefits. It is relatively cost-efficient. Water transfer printing offers seemingly infinite design opportunities. The process can be applied to a number of surface types including cloth and hard surfaces. This makes it ideal for backpacks, shoes, pencil cases, laptop cases, etc. If you’re considering water transfer printing for your kid’s school personalization, consider the following tips.
1) Think About Who is Doing the Project
Consider if you want to complete the projects yourself using a dip kit. Alternatively, you can choose to have the process done for you. Both of these options have pros and cons. If you are a hands-on person who enjoys crafting, the water transfer process can be very satisfying. The majority of the supplies can be used for future projects. Moreover, the supplies don’t take up too much space comparable to other crafting hobbies.
For those who are less interested in or stressed out by the prospect of a project, there are services that will complete water transfer orders for you. The benefit of these services is that you don’t need to buy the supplies or learn the transfer process. The process will be completed by professionals who are experienced in it. While the professionals will complete the process, they will follow your creative design direction regarding the print, font, and colors.
2) Do the Proper Research
If you choose to take on the exciting project of personalizing your school supplies with water transfer on your own, you will want to research. While the overall process of water transfer printing is relatively straightforward, it is definitely not something you want to learn as you go along. Fortunately, there are so many resources available in a variety of modes, videos, and articles, that you can teach yourself the process before you dip in.
3) Get the Right Supplies
During your research, you will discern what supplies are needed. Once you have a list together, you should research and compare different sources that you can obtain. You don’t need to break the bank to complete these projects, but you don’t want your projects to fail due to low-quality transfer film or paint.
After you feel confident in the process and have obtained your supplies, you are ready to get started. Remember to make a design that fits your kids’ style and the object it is being applied to.
Published by: Nelly Chavez
