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Tip on making your own transfers (decals) using a photocopier and self-adhesive transparent plastic film or "decal paper".
AERO MODELLER #701 Jun 1994 (v.59) pg. 40

Do it yourself decals. Using your personal computer and printer to print on tissue paper.
AERO MODELLER #784 Feb 2001 (v.66) pg. 24

Make your own logos (emblems) to place on your craft projects by using adhesive-backed film (drafting applique film) and a copy machine.
AUDIO AMATEUR 2/1994 [Jun 1994] (v.25#2) pg. 29

Make decorative tiles from squares of hardboard, painted white, and covered with decals.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jan 1982 (v.60#1) pg. 42, 54

Disguising decals. Learn how to apply decals to plastic models so they look like they were painted on.
BOYS' LIFE Dec 1984 (v.74#12) pg. 71

How to apply decals on plastic models so they look like paint.
BOYS' LIFE Dec 1992 (v.82#12) pg. 63

How to use pictures from magazines in place of decals.
BOYS' LIFE Jun 1993 (v.83#6) pg. 64

How to make those hard-to-apply model decals look like they are painted on.
BOYS' LIFE Apr 2000 (v.90#4) pg. 52

Tip on refinishing furniture without ruining old, hand-painted decals and gold trim.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Sep 1984 (v.7#12) pg. 6

Cosmetic surgery. How to remove and install colorful vinyl graphics (decals) on motorcycles.
DIRT RIDER #154 Sep 1995 pg. 20

Finishing school for plastic kit models. Lesson 10. Applying decals.
FINESCALE MODELER Feb 1991 (v.9#2) pg. 50

Tip on rescuing old decals when the adhesive won't dissolve completely.
FINESCALE MODELER Feb 1995 (v.13#2) pg. 8

Technique for attaching model decals with white glue to improve adhesion and prevent silvering.
FINESCALE MODELER Dec 1995 (v.13#9) pg. 65

Basics of applying decals. Part 1. How decals are made, recommended setting solutions, and hints on storing decals.
FINESCALE MODELER Dec 1996 (v.14#10) pg. 34

Custom-made markings. Using Frisket paper, plastic tape, dry-transfer lettering, and drafting tape to make your own aircraft markings in any scale needed.
FINESCALE MODELER Jan 1997 (v.15#1) pg. 62

Tips on when and how to use a decal setting solution and decal solvent.
FINESCALE MODELER May 1997 (v.15#5) pg. 68

Dynamite decals. Step-by-step instructions for applying decals to models. How to prepare the surface, using setting solutions and solvents, troubleshooting, etc.
FINESCALE MODELER Jul 1999 (v.17#6) pg. 32

Tip on using blank decal sheets with inkjet printers.
FINESCALE MODELER Sep 1999 (v.17#7) pg. 22

Creating custom decals. Make top-quality water slide decals using the Alps Micro Dry computer printer.
FINESCALE MODELER Nov 1999 (v.17#9) pg. 50, 12

Tips on applying Revell-Monogram decals.
FINESCALE MODELER Nov 1999 (v.17#9) pg. 100

Applications for decals with emphasis on airliner models. (1) Using clear decal strip to cover a whole row of windows at one time. (2) Simulating 3M Coro-gard surface finish. (3) Enhancing the painted decals for wing spoilers.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Dec 1988 (v.1#3) pg. 13

Multi-layered decal storage systems protects decals from fading, drying-out, and becoming brittle too quickly.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Apr 1990 (v.2#3) pg. 21

The AutoFile. How to make custom dry transfers (decals) for your models.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Nov 1991 (v.4#1) pg. 20

Tips on applying dry transfer lettering decals to plastic tires on model cars.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Jul 1993 (v.5#5) pg. 26

Working with model decals. Preparation of the surface to be decaled.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Mar 1994 (v.6#3) pg. 43

Tips that may help you over some rough spots when applying decals to models.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1996 (v.9#1) pg. 27

How to apply and seal decals on plastic models.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Jan-Feb 1997 (v.9#2) pg. 35

Decal tips. (1) Use chamois leather to push down. (2) Trim decals to reduce silvering.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Sep-Oct 1997 (v.9#6) pg. 12

How to use dry transfer markings and decals.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Jan-Feb 1998 (v.10#2) pg. 43

Making decals work. Advice on selecting the right decals, surface preparation, setting solutions, etc.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Jan-Feb 1999 (v.11#2) pg. 38

Modeling racing cars. Includes advice on acquiring or making realistic decals.
IPMS/USA JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1999 (v.12#1) pg. 40

Computer-generated markings. Use your home computer and color printer to generate insignia and decorations for models without expensive software or complicated techniques.
MODEL AVIATION May 1996 (v.22#5) pg. 40

Tip on using self-adhesive plastic film to make the large numbers that identify model warships.
MODEL BOATS #524 Oct 1994 (v.44) pg. 8

Your computer printer as a modeling tool. Using it to generate number boards, decals, etc.
MODEL RAILROADER Jun 1997 (v.64#6) pg. 100

Applying decals and dry transfers to models.
MODEL RAILROADER Sep 1998 (v.65#9) pg. 124

Tip on making your own "decals" from transparencies made on copiers.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Jul 1987 (v.4#7) pg. 57

Half-day hop up. Installing a Tapeworks Graphics Kit of self-adhesive decals (logos, stripes, etc.).
MOTORCYCLIST #1204 Aug 1997 pg. 82

Tip: Transfer a xerographic copy of a paper pattern (or heat decals) to your wood stock using a hot iron.
WOODSMITH #45 Jun 1986 pg. 3
Added Info WOODSMITH #47 Oct 1986 pg. 3

How to apply decals to plaques, curved surfaces, or candles.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1975 (v.31#3) pg. 10

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