I don't even care what else is on your channel (in a good way!)...I'm subscribing just because of this video. You have helped a lot of people without beating around the bush and shared your idea without a price tag. Thank you and God bless you!
To those who wonder how it works. The black background she added to the picture is there to hide the white spray paint layer which just adds the non transparent effect to the picture and because of she printed the picture out mirrored the front of the print has to be attached to the surface instead of sliding it with the back on.
Thank you very much for this! I painted my guitar’s headstock black and wanted to put a new label on it. Using this method I was able to do this and it looks awesome!
Would this work on every dark color like navy blue or would I have to do the background color navy blue to match? And if I have black detailing for the navy blue surface, would that be affected? i suspect it would be.
I think it's because the black box filled in the clear space, and the white spray paint went behind the colors, basically making the color images on a "white" waterslide. Because of the black box, the white spray paint didn't show where it wasn't wanted. That's what I figured in my head anyway lol, so I typed it out here so it would make sense to me lol
Ok odd question but do you think this would work with spray paint instead? Like if I didn't want to use a that black ink. Could we seal them then do a later of black spray paint over the white or vis versa?
worked like a charm!! Just don't forget to mirror the text. it needs to be flipped horizontally so it shows up the right way! I was struggleing to put a decal on a guitar headstock I was redoing. I painted it black and the decal didn't show up until I did this, ☺
This is awesome! Does the background have to be black? Like what if you are doing a dark purple or darker colored glitters? Thank you for sharing this!
I just found this video! Awesome hack! Can you use this trick on other color tumblers i.e teal, blue, by putting a matching or close to matching background on the back of the image?
Thanks for the hack I'm going to try it but I just curious will this work for other colors such as blue, red, or gold? Also if it do, do you add the same color square of the cup to get the same results? Thanks in advance for your time and help
@@CourtneysCustoms but what if I have white paper ( I bought both clear & white) should I skip the white Flat part? & just turn my background shape black?
@@CourtneysCustoms awesome! First big order came through & so now I can't sleep lol 50 cups & 25 of them black. Just a logo but the logo is black and red🤦🏾♀️ oh no I can't put a black background behind black words onto a black cup! 😭 I'm back where I started
That is pretty cool. Question: with this technique does the difference of the black ink printed on the waterslide verses the black of the cup show an edge of the decal where you cut?
For this method does it work on black and white decals if so how do I go about it if I didn’t put the black square on the back or does it just work for color decals…TIA
I made a coffee mug using alcohol ink and epoxy that has different colors of purple on it and it's pretty dark but I want to add clear waterslide to it what is the best way to make the picture stand out on it
If you didn’t spray it white, it would be just applying clear waterslide on a black tumbler so the colored music notes wouldn’t show up on the black tumbler. By spraying white you are essentially making your clear waterslide sheet into a white waterslide sheet by giving it a base coat behind the image.
@@jessicasexton7327 I had to read this twice, and I just got it. It's the white side she's sliding away, leaving the clear. Do you happen to know how to do these steps in Silhouette studio?
Is it possible to add a white waterslide decal (printed on white waterslide paper) onto a vinyl wrapped tumbler? I tried this morning but the wateslide is not adhering to the vinyl (I wrapped the tumbler in a woodgrain vinyl). Is there something I need to do further than just trying to add it onto the vinyl ?
I am set up to try sublimation/printing/waterside but I have not tried either yet 😬 so please educate me as to the final process of the waterside application. What do you seal it with? Thank youuu
Hello there! Thanks for all of your videos! They are so helpful. My question is have you figured out how to partially make an image non-transparent on your water slide? If I have a background that I want to be transparent but then have a focal point in the center of that that I would like to be solid how would you suggest going about doing that? Thanks for your help!
What a fantastic idea! I have used the white vinegar to trick, bbut this will save me so much time and also allow me to do intricate waterslide designs on dark cups!
Maybe not sure but you may be able to save as PDF when going to print as a print to cut, save to your personal vault. Then save as png or jpeg or whatever. Then when uploading to design space -try the option to remove back ground? Worth a try and saves you time if it works....
You can use what you’ve got !! Just make sure you’re using inkjet water slide paper if your printer is inkjet. And laser water slide paper if you’re using a laser printer
Do you need to mirror the image? I have a black tumbler and to use this method you placed it image face down that is why I am wondering if it needs to be mirrored.
@@CourtneysCustoms thanx so much for the reply. I always love your work. Your so detailed you really help out the newbies like me 🙂🙂. One more question please can you put a waterslide directly to spray paint. I can remember if yours had epoxy or not.
Help me understand why you seal the waterslide if that is the side going towards the tumbler. I always have the waterslide print right side up so I seal for sure.
Love this.... unfortunately I have a shilouette so I have to figure out how to do exactly this on their software .... love love love your channel thank you for all of your beautiful work
One question I have is after sealing then painting white and then resealing, how is the water slide still adhering to the cup since it's adhesive has now been sealed over?
I have had this issue and have found no solution. Once I put the waterslide on the cup and it starts to dry, the edges start to curl up. So far I have had to use a glue stick to put them back down. Is there any other way Courtney? Have they curled on you? Maybe I am doing something wrong. I use Printers Jack
Ok new to this So if I have a waterslide that I printed out a few days ago without the black square cause I hadn’t seen this video yet😀, could I just spray paint it white? Or can I spray paint it black then spay paint it white? 😀TIA
The white paint gives the clear water slide a bright background to stand out against the black cup
I was wondering what the white was for I've been researching the waterslide decals and just seen this one lol
If I were to want to use what I have on hand till I go to town can I use something other than that squeegee that you used in the video?
@@kayladavis9793 I saw in another video the lady used a makeup sponge and paper towel to help get the water out from underneath. Hope that helps
I was JUST coming on to ask this very question. So as long as you make the square in DS the color of the cup or at least similar?
I don't even care what else is on your channel (in a good way!)...I'm subscribing just because of this video. You have helped a lot of people without beating around the bush and shared your idea without a price tag. Thank you and God bless you!
Well thank you so much !!💜
@@CourtneysCustoms More than welcome. Credit where credit is due. I'm headed over to your Patreon Now!
@@g_o_d_esigns oh my thank you !!💜💜💜
Why did you do the white spray? Why not just do a couple coats of the clear?
Same!
To those who wonder how it works. The black background she added to the picture is there to hide the white spray paint layer which just adds the non transparent effect to the picture and because of she printed the picture out mirrored the front of the print has to be attached to the surface instead of sliding it with the back on.
love this! i have been trying to figure out how to use waterslide on a dark cup for so long. such a game changer for me. thank you!
You’re so welcome !!
Thank you very much for this! I painted my guitar’s headstock black and wanted to put a new label on it. Using this method I was able to do this and it looks awesome!
This is amazing. I just saw you do this in another video earlier today. I don't understand though, where does the white paint go?
I don’t even under stand how that white worked in there but this is amazing! Great channel, you make everything so simple and beautiful.
This is a winner. The image is gorgeous. I love this technique if I can just remember the process. Thank You 🙏
I love this video. Will something like this work if we have red and black dominos. Thank you
That came out so good. I can't wait to try this. Thanx
This is great! Just clarifying, is the white spray paint layer just to solidify the black background??
Thanks!
Your tutorials are awesome and I actually love watching them. I learn so much just from watching you!! Keep them coming please. ♥️
That’s awesome thank you so much 💜
Would this work on every dark color like navy blue or would I have to do the background color navy blue to match? And if I have black detailing for the navy blue surface, would that be affected? i suspect it would be.
This is brilliant! thank you so much for sharing and saving me from having to buy a pack of white slide paper for a tiny job.
This video hack alone made me an instant subscriber. Lol this is awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much !!
OMG! That actually worked. I'm trying to figure out why it worked though.
I am too, looks like you posted this comment two whole weeks ago cross fingers perhaps we’ll get a response 🔜!
I think it's because the black box filled in the clear space, and the white spray paint went behind the colors, basically making the color images on a "white" waterslide. Because of the black box, the white spray paint didn't show where it wasn't wanted. That's what I figured in my head anyway lol, so I typed it out here so it would make sense to me lol
Dope!
Do you have to have a printer to print out like the donuts you done? Or can you buy them and what equipment needed
Hi! I really need that waterslide in my life. My daughter loves music and she would love that design!! Great job!!
Awesome! Have you tried colors other than black? Would the. Color printed need to match the cup color perfectly to pull this off?
Thanks! I’ve only tried black. And yes it would need to match really well!
Tfs. Game changer. Awesome tumbler. ❤️
Mind BLOWN! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Just saved my sanity!
Ok odd question but do you think this would work with spray paint instead? Like if I didn't want to use a that black ink. Could we seal them then do a later of black spray paint over the white or vis versa?
worked like a charm!! Just don't forget to mirror the text. it needs to be flipped horizontally so it shows up the right way! I was struggleing to put a decal on a guitar headstock I was redoing. I painted it black and the decal didn't show up until I did this,
☺
Hello! Did you post a link to the water slide paper you use? This was such an awesome video! Thanks for sharing!
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Here ya go !! Thanks for watching
@@CourtneysCustoms you’re amazing! Thank you so much! Loved watching!
You are brilliant!! Do you not have to epoxy before you waterside a spray painted cup?
Well thank u !! And nope u can add a waterslide right after spray paint dries
Should I change the background square the color of the tumbler I would be doing?
Great video.. May I ask where you purchase that squeegee brush?
Thanks !! You can get them from the glitter grind theglittergrind.com?sca_ref=415856.Coj81gkGqJ
This is awesome! Does the background have to be black? Like what if you are doing a dark purple or darker colored glitters? Thank you for sharing this!
You want the background to match the tumbler 😊
As a former band geek, I am so proud to see that you included a treble clef!!! Lol...thank you for the info :)
Lol !! I use to play the trumpet😊 glad u liked the video !!
Do u need to paint it white sorry didn't understand that bit
Would this work when using a clear waterslide and then placing it on a white tumbler?
Would this work on a gold decal to be put on a white background?
I'm jumping into the deep end and giving this a shot because of your video. Thank you!!
I just found this video! Awesome hack! Can you use this trick on other color tumblers i.e teal, blue, by putting a matching or close to matching background on the back of the image?
Yes you can!
Thanks for the hack I'm going to try it but I just curious will this work for other colors such as blue, red, or gold? Also if it do, do you add the same color square of the cup to get the same results? Thanks in advance for your time and help
Hi! Do you know if I can spray paint a temp tattoo so i can put it on a painted surface?
Omg.... I loved this!! ❤️ however I’m lost on the white flat paint.
Katherine Brooks thanks !! The white paint basically just turns it into a white water slide so it’ll show up against a dark cup
You are awesome!!!! Wasted a pack of water slide sheets on this black tumbler!! Then I came across your video. It worked great!! Thank you!!
@@CourtneysCustoms but what if I have white paper ( I bought both clear & white) should I skip the white Flat part? & just turn my background shape black?
@@naemichelle9255 yes if u have white paper u can skip the white paint😊
@@CourtneysCustoms awesome! First big order came through & so now I can't sleep lol 50 cups & 25 of them black. Just a logo but the logo is black and red🤦🏾♀️ oh no I can't put a black background behind black words onto a black cup! 😭 I'm back where I started
What if your base isnt black? what if its glittered, ombre a "color". . . will black still work?? this hack is amazing
Hi 👋🏽 I’ve never used epoxy before. On the site you linked there are different kinds. Which one do you use?
I use Liquid Art
That is pretty cool. Question: with this technique does the difference of the black ink printed on the waterslide verses the black of the cup show an edge of the decal where you cut?
can you do a tutorial on how you are doing the print on the cricut design space? pleeeeease?
I'm new to making cups. I've made a few but haven't tried waterslides. What does spraying the clear waterslide white do?
This is amazing! But why spray it with the white paint though🤔
Thats a great idea, I just have one question that I'm not clear on....why do you spray it white between sealant coats?
I pretty much just turned a clear water slide into a white waterslide so it would show up against a dark cup
Can I ask why did you spray the white over the image after you sealed it with the clear
For this method does it work on black and white decals if so how do I go about it if I didn’t put the black square on the back or does it just work for color decals…TIA
I’m love your videos . You give clear n understanding details. . Thx so much
Aww thank you !!
I made a coffee mug using alcohol ink and epoxy that has different colors of purple on it and it's pretty dark but I want to add clear waterslide to it what is the best way to make the picture stand out on it
I am new to all if I spray paint my tumbler do I epoxy it after spray paint or you just epoxy it once at the end
Some people like to epoxy first, I just add my water slide over top of the dried paint and then epoxy
Wonderful video! What printer are you using???
Thank you!! I’m using a VERY old printer lol it’s an Epson expression home 330
It’s beautiful but, I can’t work out why you sprayed the white on top?
me either?
If you didn’t spray it white, it would be just applying clear waterslide on a black tumbler so the colored music notes wouldn’t show up on the black tumbler. By spraying white you are essentially making your clear waterslide sheet into a white waterslide sheet by giving it a base coat behind the image.
yes exactly !!
@@jessicasexton7327 I had to read this twice, and I just got it. It's the white side she's sliding away, leaving the clear. Do you happen to know how to do these steps in Silhouette studio?
I’m not understanding either since you changed the background from clear to black in design space so why spray it with white afterwards?
Is it possible to add a white waterslide decal (printed on white waterslide paper) onto a vinyl wrapped tumbler? I tried this morning but the wateslide is not adhering to the vinyl (I wrapped the tumbler in a woodgrain vinyl). Is there something I need to do further than just trying to add it onto the vinyl ?
First off I Love Your Video’s You explain so well How would you do this on a white tumbler
Thank you !! On a white tumbler you could just use a plain clear water slide and just seal it with clear spray. No colored box needed behind the image
Where did you get the music note water slide? I love you videos!!
I made it. And thank you 😊
@@CourtneysCustoms I love it!
Could u do this on nail waterslide decals so i can put the decal on any background colour
I am set up to try sublimation/printing/waterside but I have not tried either yet 😬 so please educate me as to the final process of the waterside application. What do you seal it with? Thank youuu
Thanks for showing this... but where did the white go? I can’t wrap my head about the white spray paint and how you applied it backwards?
Would you have to match the square's color to the color of cup, or does it just have to be black?
It has to match
Hello there! Thanks for all of your videos! They are so helpful. My question is have you figured out how to partially make an image non-transparent on your water slide? If I have a background that I want to be transparent but then have a focal point in the center of that that I would like to be solid how would you suggest going about doing that? Thanks for your help!
spray the paint on just the portion you want to be solid!
Do you epoxy your cup first or is it best to do on paint.?
You can do either !! I just put it on paint
Can we use this hack on other colors? And if we can do we still have to spray the white?
Just make sure the box behind the image matches your cup. And yes you’d still need to paint it white
If you are printing with a laser printer do you still have to use the coats of clear spray?
I would skip the first one but still seal after the white paint
Can you explain why the white paint? It doesn't seem necessary but would like to know why you did that layer of spray paint. Thanks!
The white paint gives the clear water slide a bright background to stand out against the black cup
Will it stick without epoxy
Can you do this with other dark colors or just black?
As long as the box you put behind the image matches the color of the cup, you can do it with any color 😊
Wow so pretty! Why did you spray paint the waterside white? Thank you 😊
Thanks !! The white paint gives the clear water slide a bright background to stand out against the black cup
@@CourtneysCustoms ok makes sense thank you 😀
@@Wendy-fx3zn no problem !!
What a fantastic idea! I have used the white vinegar to trick, bbut this will save me so much time and also allow me to do intricate waterslide designs on dark cups!
I’m so glad I was able to help you !!
Would this work on a camouflage cup?
What type of printer are you using? I've done a water slide and my colors are not as bright as yours and I'm loving the look of yours.
It’s super old lol. It’s an Epson expression home 330
Awesome. Can you explain the reason for the white spray paint? Newbie still with waterslide
The white paint basically just turns it into a white water slide so it’ll show up against a dark cup
You saved my sanity with this video!
Thank you for sharing this genius idea ❤️
Maybe not sure but you may be able to save as PDF when going to print as a print to cut, save to your personal vault. Then save as png or jpeg or whatever. Then when uploading to design space -try the option to remove back ground? Worth a try and saves you time if it works....
Why do you use the white paint?
Also, I read somewhere about sanding the edges of a water slide image. What would be the reason for doing so?
does this work on black cups only since you change the background color to black ? what if the cup is blue , or purple
Do I need any specific ink for these waterslide decals or can I just use the ones the printer comes with?
You can use what you’ve got !! Just make sure you’re using inkjet water slide paper if your printer is inkjet. And laser water slide paper if you’re using a laser printer
Do you have to use the color spray paint that the cup is? Or always black?
Match the background to your tumbler
Do you need to mirror the image? I have a black tumbler and to use this method you placed it image face down that is why I am wondering if it needs to be mirrored.
To do this method yes
Hi Courtney. Where can I get that music design you used? I love it.
Hi! I made it myself
@@CourtneysCustoms Can I purchase from you?
Okay I am about to try my hand at making/printing waterslides. I am just confused on when to use the clear and when to use the white. Any tips?
Clear water slides need to be used on white or very light colored cups. White waterslide used on darker cups
Why did you use the white spray paint. Thanx for the tip I'm trying it now. Did you use white because you mirrored it. Sorry for the question
Don’t be sorry! I pretty much just turned it into a white water slide
@@CourtneysCustoms thanx so much for the reply. I always love your work. Your so detailed you really help out the newbies like me 🙂🙂. One more question please can you put a waterslide directly to spray paint. I can remember if yours had epoxy or not.
How would I do this for a woodgrain cup, as there are different shades of brown?
What's the best printer for waterslide paper
Help me understand why you seal the waterslide if that is the side going towards the tumbler. I always have the waterslide print right side up so I seal for sure.
Love this.... unfortunately I have a shilouette so I have to figure out how to do exactly this on their software .... love love love your channel thank you for all of your beautiful work
I wish I knew how to help you there !! But thank you so much 💜
Wow you’re really awesome gf!!!
Thanks for this!!!! I’m new to tumblers and cricuit and I prefer waterslides, this helped me soo much!! Bless you doll
Aww thank you !! Glad I could help
Which waterslide paper is your favorite? I can't get the link to work. I just started and bought Hayes. It's so thin and doesn't reposition well.
Hiipoo is my favorite!
Why the white spray paint if you have the black box? Have you tried with out?
The white spray paint gives the clear water side a bright background to stand out against the dark cup
wow love this is there any alternative I can use other than the matte clear ?Like triple thick glaze ?
Thank u !! The only sealant I’ve ever used is rustoleum clear , but it doesn’t have to be matte
So the last layer is matte clear isnt it?can i know how it would stick on the surface after it dry.?
What is the purpose of the white paint?
Just wondering if anyone asked about doing this in a silhouette? Thank you for the video
Love this, thank you! I did it on a black up and can see my outline of my waterslide (hasn't been epoxied over yet) will they still show once epoxied?
Thanks!! You may see it a little bit but I feel like epoxy helps a ton
One question I have is after sealing then painting white and then resealing, how is the water slide still adhering to the cup since it's adhesive has now been sealed over?
I’m not sure of the exact science behind it, but I’m assuming once it touches water the adhesive in the paper is activated after soaking for so long
I have had this issue and have found no solution. Once I put the waterslide on the cup and it starts to dry, the edges start to curl up. So far I have had to use a glue stick to put them back down. Is there any other way Courtney? Have they curled on you? Maybe I am doing something wrong. I use Printers Jack
why did you spray it white?? love love it big game changer lol
The white gives the clear water slide a bright background to stand out against the black cup
I’m new with the tumblers and using water slide decals, I’ve always used printable vinyl, I’m anxious to try this method thanks for the tutorial!!
I’ve found water slides to be so much easier than printable vinyl !!
@@CourtneysCustoms what brand of waterslide do you like best? I want to try it but have heard negative reviews.
@@Godsf8vrit I’ve only ever used Hayes😊
Could you useany dark color that matched the cup color?
Yes as long as the background color matches the cup color you’re good!
What does adding white spray paint to the water slide do?
It gives the clear water slide a bright background so it’ll stand out on the black cup
Ok new to this So if I have a waterslide that I printed out a few days ago without the black square cause I hadn’t seen this video yet😀, could I just spray paint it white? Or can I spray paint it black then spay paint it white? 😀TIA
You actually can spray it black and then white !!💜 I’ve done that before too and realized it works !!
@@CourtneysCustoms thanks..and do I have to seal it as well after spraying the black / white spray paint..
Help me understand how you can't see the white spray paint..I need to use this technique
Do you only put a black background if it’s going on a black tumbler
Yes