Who is this for?

Hobbyists, Makers, Designers, Small brands, Large brands, Professionals

You can make everything at home.

Other information...

• This workshop requires patience and time. 
• It's not 'one click of a button'.... which many people still think when making latex labels and (mini) latex sheets with texts and images.
• But... once you master this technique well, it can go fast!

Prerequisites

No prior knowledge is required. This workshop is suitable for everyone:

What will you learn?

In this online workshop, you will learn a special technique, step by step, on how to make your own latex labels and mini latex sheets, right at home, without prior knowledge. You will learn how to:

• Create professional latex labels for clothing, accessories, or your own brand.
• Make one unique label... or 1000 pieces for mass production.
• Make labels with dimensions of 1 x 1 cm or
• Mini latex sheets 30 x 60 cm (=maximum size).
• Incorporate sketches, drawings, texts, logos, illustrations, patterns, prints, and even photos(!) into latex.
• Create designs that will never come off.
• Use latex personalization for hobbies, art, or sales.

The image or text is truly embedded in the latex:

• Stays perfect after washing
• Resistant to solvents
• Does not wear out
• Does not fade

Why is this workshop a game-changer?
Latex labels are the finishing touch that immediately makes your work more professional.

You can:

• Create unique items for one (VIP) customer
• Produce limited editions
• Or start mass production

Personalized latex products make your clothing or your brand stand out and can increase sales!

Inspiration for applications after this workshop

The possibilities are truly enormous! Below is a small summary for inspiration, but the possibilities are, of course, endless! Think of:

• Clothing labels & brand labels
• Washing/care labels
• QR codes
• Badges
• Appliques
• Appliques for repairs "Yes, I'm repaired"
• Small garments such as lingerie
• Gloves
• Latex business cards
• Christmas cards
• Thank you cards
• Small bandanas or scarves
• Bracelets & collars
• Keychains
• Zipper pulls
• Jewelry
• Wallets
• Phone cases
• Small accessories and utensils
• Logos & images on chest pockets
• Texts on or in collars, or in the hem
• Texts and images on.... etc.
• Latex access cards for fetish parties....

And of course, much more! Everything fully personalized, for yourself or for clients.

Which machine do you need?

Cricut Maker cutting plotter

Suitable machines are:

• Cricut Maker or
• Cricut Maker 3 or
• Cricut Maker 4

Do you have a large budget? Then buy the Cricut Maker 4 because it is the fastest machine. A second-hand machine is also fine. In the Netherlands, you can find second-hand machines for example on Marktplaats for around € 200. Tip! Never buy machines blindly. Have the seller show you the machine working. New Cricut machines cost about € 400. That may be a big investment, but they are very durable devices. And of course, you can use them for other things too. Or ask around in your area. Perhaps you can borrow a machine from someone temporarily to try it out before buying one yourself. And sometimes they are also available at so-called 'Makerspaces' or 'Hackerspaces' or 'Fablabs' where you can usually use them for free.

Tip!

The technique of this workshop is also suitable for small and large laser cutters. But we only discuss how to work with the software of a Cricut machine.

So... you really need a machine for this workshop!

What materials do you need?

You will definitely need this:

• Liquid latex (± 1 liter)
• Acrylic paint in different colors
• Empty jam jars (with lid)
• Stirring sticks
• Spoons
• Cloths
• Old clothes

With the workshop, you will receive a list of other materials (all materials are available worldwide).

Materials can be purchased in the webshop at LatexRepair.