After writing my post about the different kinds and properties of washi tape (or paper tape, or tissue tape) I started wondering how I could make my own. I’d seen some tutorials using double-sided tape, but if you use that you are limited to how wide your tape can be, as well as having to trim all of your paper by hand.
Then it hit me- the Xyron Creatopia will apply a uniform dry adhesive edge-to-edge AND provide a stabilizing release paper. But would it work with gift wrapping paper or tissue? Only one way to find out!
Cheap dollar-store tissue paper + Xyron
The answer, my friends, is a resounding YES!!!
I made a little video here explaining the process:
Here are some of the paper tapes I’ve made… and like I say in the video, I am obsessed.
Wrapping paper, tissue paper, and stamped/misted tissue all make great washi tapes!
Have fun creating!
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November 7, 2011 at 12:23 pm
Sweet Mercy THANK YOU! As you said, it’s time to dust of the ol’ zyron! Ya and yippie!
November 7, 2011 at 7:29 pm
Fantastic! Considering I have um…several different sizes of Xyron, I should be able to use one of them for this lol!
November 8, 2011 at 9:26 am
Not only do I LOVE this idea, but I LOVE the joy and excitement you show in presenting it to us, Jenny!
November 8, 2011 at 11:33 am
Jenny, you are my hero! Bless you! I am washi tape obsessed too – but I have a friend in Japan who sends me some from time to time. Still, it’s never enough, and always want a greater variety of patterns. Gotta try this!
November 9, 2011 at 7:34 am
Jenny you are my craft hero. I have been sorta obsessed with the new decorative Duck Tape that is out. I had seen one with holiday words and can’t remember where I saw it. Saw your video and am so excited. I also love love Washi tape but it is expensive. I am going to do this this week. What fun. Thanks for sharing!
November 9, 2011 at 8:18 am
I did get a little excited, didn’t I? Can’t help my craft-enthusiasm from bubbling over, sometimes!
November 10, 2011 at 10:04 am
Terrific idea, great video demo… very clear instructions and helpful. Thanks so much!
November 10, 2011 at 11:18 am
Thank you for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it!
November 10, 2011 at 3:14 pm
Your tutorial is really great. And WOW, your on-video skills are great. You really helped me with some ideas how to improve mind. Thanks!
Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl
November 12, 2011 at 1:50 pm
Jenny, I loved the video! Thanks for sharing your technique. I have a pile o tissue to try this on, now I a sooo wishing I had a bigger Xyron too. I have the sticker and up to 2.5 maker only.
November 16, 2011 at 12:49 pm
OMG! How cute is that?! I use my zyron all the time! —and have lots of scraps of tissue and paper. How about tape that matches your wrapping paper? Oh so many ideas!! Thanks
November 18, 2011 at 8:26 am
i am so excited to try this with my diferent size xyrons…but being new to this tape I would like ot see how it is being used. I am going ot try and find your web site.
January 3, 2012 at 7:59 am
Jenny – I bought some of the washi tape last month when it was on mark down and I was impressed with it. Now I can make my own because yes, I have a Xyron! Great idea.
Thanks.
January 10, 2012 at 12:30 pm
Have heard o Washi tape but didn’t know what it was. Can you use scrapbook paper?
January 10, 2012 at 1:28 pm
Robin- scrapbook paper is too thick. You need tissue paper or wrapping paper. For a full explanation of Washi Tape and brands, read my article here: http://www.crafttestdummies.com/craft-product-reviews/what-is-washi-tape-an-overview-of-paper-and-tissue-tape/
Hope this helps! -Jenny
February 11, 2012 at 8:42 am
Thank you! Brilliant idea!!!
April 7, 2012 at 1:42 am
Great tutorial, Jenny!! Thank you for sharing!!