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Gel Medium Transfer?
I’m using Elmer’s Squeez’N Caulk to transfer my ink jet image to my plaque, but the ink runs when placed on the plaque. How can I prevent that?
It might be the Elmer’s that is giving you problems. Check to see if there is something called “polymer acrylic medium” in the ingredients. It’s the acrylic that makes the transfer work and stick.
There’s a good website on gel medium transfers attached below.
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New Pack 4 Pentel WOW! Gel Colors Sparkle Barrel Black Medium Ink Retractable $4.79 |
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Uni-Ball Gel Rt Retractable Pen, Med Pt Blak Ink #65940 $11.03 |
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Uni Ball Gel Grip Pens Medium Point Blue Ink 12 Count OPEN BOX 65451 $9.99 |
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FORAY Metallic Gel Pens Set of 8 Medium Point GREAT COLORS $3.95 |
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8 Uni Ball Gel Roller Ball Pens Medium Point Black Ink $8.99 |
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12 Pack Uni-Ball City of Hope Pink Ribbon 207 Medium Point Black Ink Gel Pens $17.99 |
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(Pack of 3) Uni-ball 207 Retractable Colored Super Ink Gel Pens Medium Point $4.27 |
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(Pack of 3) uni-ball 207 Retractable Medium Point Gel Pens Colored Super Ink $4.29 |
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3 Pack Uni-Ball 207 Gel Pens, Assorted Colors, Medium Point, Free Shipping $6.49 |
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8 Pack PaperMate Medium Point Gel Pens, Assorted Colors, Free Shipping in USA $9.49 |
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Bic Gel Roller Ball Pen Medium Blue 12ct $24.77 |
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Bic Gel Roller Ball Pen Medium Black 12ct $23.77 |
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Bic Velocity Ret Gel Rollerball Med Blue 12 ct PACK OF 2 FOR TOTAL OF 24 PENS $23.77 |
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BIC Velocity Ret Gel Rollerball Med Black 12 ct PACK OF 2 TOTAL OF 24 PENS $23.77 |
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Bic Gel Roller Ball Pen Medium Red 12ct $23.77 |
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Pentel WOW! Retractable Gel Rollerball Pen Med Black 12ct PACK OF 2 TOTAL 24 PEN $24.77 |
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Pentel WOW! Retractable Gel Rollerball Pen Med Blue 12ct PACK OF 2 TOTAL 24 PENS $25.77 |
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Pentel Energel X Ret Gel Rollerball Medium Blue 12ct $24.77 |
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Pentel OH! Retractable Gel Rollerball Pen Med Blue 12ct $19.77 |
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Pentel OH! Retractable Gel Rollerball Pen Med Black 12ct $20.77 |
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Pentel EnerGel X Ret Gel Rollerball Medium Red 12ct $23.77 |
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Pentel EnerGel X Ret Gel Rollerball Medium Black 12ct $23.77 |
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uni-ball Gel Grip Stick Rollerball Med Red 12 ct $23.77 |
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Zebra Jimnie Gel Roller Ball Med Blue 12 ct $19.77 |
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Zebra Jimnie Stick Gel Rollerball Medium Red 12 ct $20.97 |
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Zebra Orbitz Gel Ret Roller Ball Med Black 12 ct PACK OF 2 TOTAL OF 24 $20.77 |
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2 VISCONTI BALLPOINT REFILL-MEDIUM Blue Gel $8.50 |
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2 VISCONTI BALLPOINT REFILL-MEDIUM Black Gel-.7MM $8.50 |
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Pack of 10 Unison Gel Pens Retractable Rubber Grip Medium Point .7mm 10 Colors $4.09 |
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UNI-BALL PINK RIBBON 207 MEDIUM POINT GEL Black ink 3 packs 36 pens total NEW! $24.77 |
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Pack of 10 Unison Gel Pens Retractable Rubber Grip Medium Point .7mm 10 Colors $4.09 |
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Zebra Pen Z-Grip Roller Ball Retractable Gel Pen, Blue Ink, Medium, Dozen $17.49 |
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12 Energel BLUE Retractable BL77 medium .7mm Gel Pens $12.50 |
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24 Energel Violet Purple Retractable BL77 Gel Pens Med Point $18.00 |
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12 Energel Violet Purple Retractable BL77 Gel Pens med point $12.50 |
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20 Zebra Sarasa Retractable Black Gel Med .7mm $14.00 |
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21 Energel BLUE Retractable BL77 medium .7mm Gel Pens $17.00 |
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INOXCROM 5 PACK’ RED Gel Ink REFILL 0.7MM MEDIUM POINT $5.99 |
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Pack of 10 Unison Gel Pens Retractable Rubber Grip Medium Point .7mm 10 Colors $4.09 |
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Pack of 10 Unison Gel Pens Retractable Rubber Grip Medium Point .7mm 10 Colors $4.09 |
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Sanford Signo Gel 207 Retr Roller Ball Pen, TRS Barrel, Black Ink, Med, 4/pk $13.83 |
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Zebra Pen GR8 Gel Retractable Roller Ball Pen, 0.7mm Medium Point, Blue Ink $16.28 |
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Bic Corporation Gel Pen, Retractable, Rubber Grip, .7mm, Med Pt., Red $16.99 |
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Paper Mate 1746326 Retractable Gel Pen, Red, Med, 12/Bx $13.95 |
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(2) CROSS 8523 SELECTTP GEL ROLLING Pen Refill MED BK $9.49 |
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Uniball Signo 207 Gel Pen Black, Red Blue .7mm assorted 5 pens medium point $6.99 |
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TUL Retractable Gel Pens 0.7 mm Medium Point, Blue Ink Ballpoint lot 4/pk NEW $15.99 |
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3 UNIBALL 73809 Retractable Roller Ball GEL PEN 0.7mm Med 207 Limited BLACK Ink $8.73 |
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PAPER MATE Retractable Gel Pens, Asst 4pk 0.7mm Medium Pt 1746322 $0.99 |
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★ UNIBALL 207 RED Black Blue GEL PENS ~ med 0.7mm ~ 3 packages ~ Total 9 pens ★ $12.99 |
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8 ZEBRA Z-Grip Rollerball GEL Ink Pens 0.7MM MEDIUM POINT 6 BLACK, 1 RED, 1 BLUE $9.99 |
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Pentel K437B Retractable Gel Pen, Medium, Dozen, Red ~ Free Shipping ! ! $12.97 |
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12 Signo Gel Grip ROLLERBALL MEDIUM .7MM BLUE 65451 $13.99 |
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12 SIGNO GEL GRIP ROLLERBALL MEDIUM .7MM RED 65452 $13.99 |
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4 PARKER GEL Ink Refills, MEDIUM POINT, BLACK 30525 $9.99 |
Sensational Secrets Of How To Make Gel Candles
The candles have sure come a long way through history, from being made out of animal fats to today’s gel candles. Of course, along the way other materials have been used for candles, but nothing as innovative as the gel that is now being used. The gel is a mix of 5 percent polymer resin and 95 percent mineral oil. What makes the gel so unique is that it is glass-like clear.
The gel candles burn longer than some of the other wax candles. Since they are clear they offer some unique decorating options that the other waxes do not. You can even suspend certain things within the gel!
Now there is one major difference between making gel candles and other candles, is the gel wax has to be heated to a much higher temperature. While you could use a double boiler for the job, you will get better results with direct heat. But you always need to make sure that any of the wax does not overheat.
You can heat the gel wax with a double boiler if you feel safer, but only if you get it to the right temperature. Most people get better results using a Stainless Steel pot over direct heat to melt it in. Cut up the gel wax into small sections put in the pot and place it over medium heat.
You need to make sure to melt the gel to 200 degrees Fahrenheit using a cooking thermometer to check the temperature. Some people that make candles even use special heaters that are designed for heating the gel wax. When the gel wax is hot enough it is time to add the fragrance and what color you desire.
The right amount of fragrance is about a half of an ounce for each pound of gel. You will have to try this, and see if this amount gives you the degree of fragrance you need. Make certain to use the right form of the fragrances too. Ones that are meant to use with the gel wax. The fragrances should have their flash point up to at least 170 degrees Fahrenheit.
After you add your fragrance you can add the desired color. Add just a little bit of color at a time. Use a toothpick to add liquid dyes so you do not add too much to the clear gel wax. Mix in each bit of color to gradually until you get the desired tone. Remember the gel is still hot at this stage. After your fragrance and color has been added pour the gel into your prepared container.
Since these candles are not molded you pour the wax into heat-resistant clear glass containers or other clear non-flammable container. With the gel candles zinc winks are recommended, due to the fact, that regular cotton wicks will not work properly when burning, due to the absorption of the gel. Just use some hot glue to secure the bottom of the wick to the container in the position desired. Make sure to pour the gel slowly to cut down on bubbles forming. Make sure the wick is still in the center of your container.
Now you can add any non-flammable decoration you want into the gel. These are called embeds. The embeds really make the gel candles more unique compared to the other types of candles.
About the Author
Peggy Devereaux is an expert candle maker. For more great information about how to make gel candles, visit http://www.candlemakeranswers.com
