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Transferring an exceptionally detailed sketch

will take time using carbon paper,

I’ve developed an alternative method using clear acetate

and an inkjet printer.

First, sand the surface of the wood

using 220-grit extra fine sandpaper.

Either a sanding block or an orbital sander works well.

Wipe away the sawdust using a water-dampened rag

and let the plywood dry completely.

The surface should feel glassy and smooth.

Rub the acetate in circular motions

with a dry paper towel.

Scan the image at 72 DPI and save it as a jpeg.

Open the JPEG in Adobe Photoshop Elements

Editor like I have here.

Click image, click resize,

and then image size.

Adjust the dimensions to match the piece

of wood you’ve prepared for carving, and click

okay. Click enhance

and adjust lighting, and then levels.

Use the slider to increase the images, contrast,

and eliminate all gray tones.

Click the padlock to unlock the background layer

and then reduce the image opacity to 70%.

Then click file and save as.

Select Photoshop PDF in the format dropdown

menu, and click save.

Select JPEG compression and high image quality.

Tick the box that asks about viewing the PDF automatically

after saving and click save PDF.

The PDF should automatically open in Acrobat.

Most computers already have this program,

but if not, it is available on Adobe’s website.

Click file and print.

Under page size

and handling select Poster for image enlargement.

Check the box labeled cut marks.

Click the printer button at the bottom left corner

under Media & Quality.

Select Photo Glossy Paper,

and you want the print quality to be Normal.

Then click Print, and then you’re going

to click Print again.

Load clear, 8 1/2″

by 11″ sheets of acetate into the inkjet printer.

Please note that this process will not work

with a laser printer. Over several minutes

the printer will lay ink on the acetate sheet’s surface.

Lay each sheet of acetate face down against the wood

as soon as it comes out of the printer.

Take care not to shift the sheet during placement.

Apply hand pressure to the back of the acetate

and move in one direction.

Most of the ink will transfer to the wood.

Gently lift a corner to check.

Lift the sheet away from the wood

and continue this process one sheet at a time

using the cut marks to help align the tiles.

Rinse used sheets under the tap

using warm water.

The water removes residual ink.

Immediately blot away the water using a paper towel

and store the acetate for reuse.

Here are a few tips to consider.

If the machine prints quickly and the ink bleeds

make sure Photo Glossy Paper is selected.

If the image doesn’t transfer well, check

that the wood is well sanded

and the design is in high contrast.

Thank you for watching, and happy printing!

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