DIY French Towel Iron on Transfer
Today was the first day in awhile, that I had some spare time to work on some projects. I had planned on sharing a different project, a Lampshade actually, but I had a big craft fail and melted the darn thing with my iron. Sooo anyway… you’re getting this French Towel instead.
This is the graphic that I used, you can grab the Printable Transfer HERE
This is the Before pic. Just a plain Ikea Dish towel. These are crazy cheap… like less than a dollar I think.
I used my favorite Iron on Transfer Paper . It’s called Tap and it’s made by Lesley Riley. As far as I’m concerned it’s the Holy Grail of Transfer Papers!!! It takes less then a minute to iron on the transfer with Tap. Instant satisfaction!
Here’s Nanette modeling the towel. Now of course I don’t really need a model to show off a towel but … Nanette insisted … she’s a bit of a ham that one!
Lisa says
That’s so simple but adds so much to that towel! Love it! Is the TAP transfer paper that doesn’t leave the “white box” around the image if you don’t trim it down? (could have dreamed that tho) 🙂
Sharon says
I really appreciate posts like this, that tell you WHICH products work the best. I’ve never had much luck with transfer papers (although, I have to say the ones I’ve tried were for commercial color copiers). I’m looking forward to trying some transfers at home using my own printer.
High Street Cottage says
Karen, I love it! I love the tip on the IKEA towels too, they’re perfect for my kitchen. I’ll have to stock up next time I’m there. Thanks for sharing such a pretty and quick project, tami
Paper Squirrel says
Love it…it would look fab in my red kitchen!
Sorry you melted your lampshade. 🙁
Vicki
Karen- The Graphics Fairy says
Lisa,
I did trim mine, but you might not have too, it’s nearly invisible.
Sharon,
I know what you mean, I’ve had awful luck with other brands, this stuff really is good!
Tami,
Yes, I always grab a handful, every time I go. I want to say they are .59 each. Bargain!
Karen- The Graphics Fairy says
Vicki,
Thanks! It was a brand new one too, bummer!!
Karen says
That looks so good. I’ve had disappointing results with iron ons, I ‘m going to try that brand. Thanks for the info.
Stitchfork says
No No Nannette! She looks great in that towel!
xo Cathy
Kris says
Thank you so much for your wonderful labels. I am new here but will be back for sure. For now I am of to try my hand at iron on’s, And I will be telling every one about your great site.Thanks you.
Anonymous says
beautiful post xoxo karen
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
This turned out great, Karen! I love it! I’m also going to be looking to get that transfer paper. I haven’t been happy with a major brand’s finished look and so haven’t done any in awhile, but seeing yours has inspired me to give transfers another try.
Laura Ingalls Gunn says
Karen this is lovely! A true metamorphosis.
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Happy Monday to you.
Anonymous says
That would make a great hostess gift at Christmas when you end up visiting so many people, it gets expensive!
Darlene says
Very elegant towel! Great to hear about a transfer paper that works – I’m definitely going to try it.
Tasha says
Soooo Cute! I’d love for you to share this at my Pinkalicious Thursday Party!
http://www.frugaliciousme.com/2011/06/pinkalicious-thursday-blog-party-6.html
XOXO,
Sarah, Three Boys says
I have those towels! They are great and I really like what the printable adds. Takes it right out of IKEA and into
La Belle Maison. Perfect.
Screaming Sardine says
This project is so simple, yet it adds such elegance to a simple towel. One of these days…with the right towel…I’m going to try this. Thanks for the inspiration. I stumbled this, btw.
Cheers,
Tracy Screaming Sardine
Katie says
What a great idea! I found you via the Crafterminds link promotional party! I’m a new follower! 🙂
Heaven's Walk says
I want you to know, Karen, how much I appreciate all of your hard work and long hours you put in creating these graphics and sharing them with us. You are amazing, girl! I have some of those IKEA towels and just love them. And now I’m going to check at Michaels and Hobby Lobby for TAP, too! Thank you soooo much!
xoxo laurie
Tutti Chic says
I so enjoy seeing all the new graphics etc you come up with. thank you for sharing with all of us! 🙂 chris
Anonymous says
This is fantastic, can the transfers really be washproof to withstand the abuse that it will get as a tea towel?
And does the transfer paper work on wood and such like too??
Katie Watts says
This is fantastic, can the transfers really be washproof to withstand the abuse that it will get as a tea towel?
And does the transfer paper work on wood and such like too??
Debbie says
Hello Karen, Katie Watts asked, and no one has replied – can you please tell us if the transfers are washable, or will they fade? ALSO, what is the “white line around image” (Is the TAP transfer paper that doesn’t leave the “white box” around the image if you don’t trim it down? ) comment referring to? I don’t see any mention in your instructions about this. Appreciatively, Debbie