I have to label a ton of stuff. Folders, books, etc. for all my different activities. This is a fun way to make your own labels at home, and get away from the boring, standard Sharpie look. You can also use this to make stickers for friends or for yourself. My mommy and I used it as a way to use up some of the scraps from the map we made.
Here's what you'll need:
Sturdy paper- cardstock works well
Scissors
Markers, buttons, ribbons, etc. to decorate.
Sponge
Vinegar
Water
Elmer's Glue
Start by making your labels/stickers. Cut them into whatever size and shape you want. Marker works best to get vibrant colors, but you could probably use crayon too. Make sure you use a strong paper, otherwise the glue solution will soak through.
After decorating your labels, let them dry (if necessary). Then mix some glue with vinegar and water. Half of the mixture should be glue. 1/4 should be water and the last 1/4 should be vinegar.
Once its well mixed, use a sponge to put a thin layer of the solution onto the back of your sticker. Allow the solution to dry completely.
When you are ready to stick your stickers, simply moisten the backs and stick! (Side note: you can lick the stickers to attach them- Elmers is non toxic and its comparable to licking an envelope. But I prefer to use a moist sponge)
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