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Arts & CraftsCraft Ideas for Kids

How to Make a Temporary Tattoo

Instructions

  • Step 1: Open a new document Open your word-processing program and create a new document.
  • Step 2: Insert graphic Insert a graphic into the blank document from a clip art file, scanned image, or the internet.
  • TIP: Choose an image with a high resolution to ensure that your tattoo isn’t blurry when printed.
  • Step 3: Resize image Resize the image to fit the area of your body it will be applied to.
  • Step 4: Insert paper into printer Insert a sheet temporary tattoo printer paper into your printer.
  • TIP: Put only one piece of paper in the printer at a time to keep the paper from jamming or smearing.
  • Step 5: Print and let dry Print your image and let it dry for a few minutes.
  • Step 6: Follow directions Follow the manufacturer’s directions for application and sport your new ‘ink’ with attitude.
  • FACT: The tattoo machine was invented in 1891 by Samuel O’Reilly using an engraving machine built by Thomas Edison as his inspiration.

You Will Need

  • Word-processing program
  • Internet access
  • Graphic
  • Temporary-tattoo printer paper
  • High-resolution image (optional)

Lessons in this Guide

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How to Make Edible Body Paint

How to Make Face Paint

How to Customize Your Backpack

How to Build Bridges with Popsicle Sticks

How to Make Your Backpack Look Cool

How to Make a Temporary Tattoo

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How to Cover a Textbook

How to Make a Kaleidoscope

How to Make Finger Paints

How to Make an Easy Friendship Bracelet

How to Make a Daisy Chain

How to Make a Sand Painting

How to Make a Milk Carton Birdhouse

How to Make a Friendly Foam Porcupine

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How to Make an Optical Illusion Ring

How to Make Bakeable Modeling Clay Beads

How to Make a Monkey Refrigerator Magnet

How to Make a Suncatcher

How to Make a Jigsaw Puzzle

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