In this tutorial, you will learn the exact heat setting and amount of plastic to use for a successful fusing.
- What You'll Need:
- At least three grocery bags
- Iron and ironing board
How to Fuse Plastic Bags - Plastic Bag Fusing Tutorial
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How to Fuse Plastic Bags - Plastic Bag Fusing Tutorial
Fused plastic can be made into a multitude of accessories and jewelry.
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A great way to recycle all those plastic grocery bags is to fuse them together to make a flexible material. This material can be used in lots of jewelry and accessory projects, giving everything it touches a futuristic look.
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- How to Fuse Plastic Bags - Plastic Bag Fusing Tutorial
- Cut the Bags
- Safety Before Ironing
- Layer the Plastic and Paper
- Iron the Plastic
- Add Effects with Tinsel, Confetti and More
- Preserving Bag Logos and Print
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