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Decorated Gift Bag with Coloured Decals

A project from our live show CATCH UP with Toni for the CREATIVE SHOW LAUNCH in the HTCN studio broadcast 17th Dec 21 · 17/12/2021

Transform a plain paper bag into a beautiful gift by applying coloured floral decals. This quick project shows how to use the decals on fabric and paper surfaces to create an instant decorated gift bag.

9steps
42:30in the show
Step 1 of 9

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  1. 1

    Select a plain paper bag and choose a coloured floral decal design.

    ▶ watch this step 42:45
  2. 2

    Fussy cut the decal to a size suitable for your bag if the full design is too large.

    ▶ watch this step 43:00
  3. 3

    Position the decal face down on the corner of the bag.

    ▶ watch this step 43:30
  4. 4

    Spray water onto the back of the decal to activate the transfer.

    ▶ watch this step 44:00
  5. 5

    Push the decal down firmly with your finger to ensure good adhesion.

    ▶ watch this step 44:15
  6. 6

    Lift the carrier sheet away to reveal the transferred image.

    ▶ watch this step 44:30
  7. 7

    Apply a second decal piece to another area of the bag to create a more decorated look.

    ▶ watch this step 45:15
  8. 8

    Push any overhanging edges of the decal around the edge of the bag for a neat finish.

    ▶ watch this step 45:45
  9. 9

    Add a washi tape sentiment strip to complete the decorated gift bag.

    ▶ watch this step 46:30

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