Lin Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 Does anyone do good with this? I get it on a candle nice but after it dries, it gets tiny little bubbles and no matter what i do it still shows these. Anyone have any advice. i could sure use it. Thanks Lin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stclaircandlelady Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 Not sure what type of decal paper you are using, as there are many kinds. However, when I put one on a candle, I rub from the middle outward with firm, but gentle, pressure using a soft cloth. I then spray a coating on some of them after they dry for 24 hrs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 Lin, that's the main reason I gave up on the stuff. Never good get rid of all those pesky little bubbles. I did find the larger the decal piece the more bubble issues I had. I feel your pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lin Posted June 6, 2006 Author Share Posted June 6, 2006 Sharyl i think im about to give up to. I did 75 anniversary candles and when i went to pack them up these darn little bubbles showed and i had to redo every darn candle with something different. Kerri, i bought the ink jet decal paper from decal paper.com and it says its good for candles and soap. I did rub gently with a soft cloth but it still bubbled on me. The only thing i didnt do was spray after putting on the candle so ill try that before i give up to. Its to bad cause the decals look so nice on the candle. Lin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raginabr Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 The only time I was able to get the decal paper to work was when I put it on a candle I purchased from Wal-Mart. I could never get it to work on my candles. I gave up and gave the decal paper to my husband and son to use on their model railroad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trae Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 It takes a lot of work and practice to get the decal paper to work. I always print out an extra in case I mess up. What I usually do is dip the decal in the water for only a few seconds (about 5-8) just long enough to get it to peel off the paper. After I place the decal on the candle, I use a soft towel (dish towels work) to dab it dry, then I put the towel over my index finger and smooth out any wrinkles or bubbles. I spray them with clear acrylic after they dry. So far so good with this technique. I noticed the white paper is a little easier to smooth out than the clear. HTH some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredron Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 To get decals to work properly, you need a decal setting solution. You can get it at any good hobby shop that sells to model railroaders. There are a number of good ones and they all work about the same. After you wet and place the decal, take a small brush and brush on the decal set before the decal dries, especially around the edges. Capillary action will suck it under the film. This stuff works fast, and will wilt a decal if you work it too long. I've ruined a few in my time. In the case of a really big decal, you can soak the decal in it after the paper is removed, but then you REALLY have to work fast. the secret is to put it on, get the decal wher you want it & LET IT ALONE TILL IT DRIES. After the decal sets up, if there are any wet spots or air bubbles, you can poke them with a needle or pin, and paint on the decal set. It will flow into the air hole & snug it down. Let it dry again & the spots will disappear. JUST A NOTE: If the candle has a shiny surface to start with, you may want to use a dull spray first, then apply the decal. That helps to hide the shine.Then you can spray a clear coat over it, and it is permanent.This may sound complicated, but if I can do it, you can do it. Fredron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 Thanks Fredron. I'll add decal set to my Michaels list. Hope they carry it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerrie Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 Thanks for the info Fredron. I gave up on them too, they went on nice, looked great, then days or weeks later the pesky bubbles appeared. Very annoying to say the least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredron Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 I'm not sure Michaels will sell decal set. They may. What you're looking for is a good model railroad/model airplane hobby shop. They will sell Testors Paints or Champ decals and will have the setting solution.A couple sources just in case you don't live near a hobby shop are:Wm. K Walthers Co (Chicago)America's Hobby Center (NYC)Both of these will ship on line.Fredron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conor Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 Hi FolksWe had the same problem with bubbles and it was caused by the mold release, that silicone spray sure is slippery. The cure we use is to polish the surface where the decal is going with a pair of tights, this scratches the surface slightly and helps the adhesive to stick to the candle. Also with the material we use here in europe (lazertrans) you apply as normal with water and before the decal is dry we paint on some methalated spirits, this helps the decal to stick better.ConorIt's not raining in Ireland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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