Stencil transfer…what the f**k!

[tattoo123]

I’ve been free handing all of my own personal(on myself) body art(pens) until recently seeing the need to use transfer paper(seems useful). What a pain in the ass. Transfers fine until the first swipe of the paper towel. Gone!!! Here’s what I do. 1). Shave skin with diluted green soap. 2). Wipe area down again with green soap and preform skin check(checking for blemishes/abnormalities). 3). Use a heavier dilution of green soap for transferring image. 4). Transfer applies generally well(but there again, wipes off too easy. I even started using a pen after I’ve applied the transfer, just to “reinforce” my outline. Just end up free handing in the end. Any pointers? Thanks

[xDreamerx]

Hey there, welcome to the forum. My first question would be have tried sampling out other methods for using for stencil methods? I mean you can either make your own solution or buy a spray or lotion that is specific for stencil transferring.

This will eliminate the whole wiping issue your talking about. So start there….would be my suggestion.

I use a combination of a home made mixture that works excellent. I also have sprays that I used to use before I made the mix.

I let it dry typically for about 15 minutes. That way its dry and not easily removed and no need to reoutline with ball point pen or marker…etc.

Give it a try and let me know how it works for ya. This should make a huge difference and allow you to focus on your work vs. worrying about the stencil wiping away…etc.

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