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Marché des Fleurs
IOD Transfer | 8 Pages | 12” x 16” | Full Color
Marché des Fleurs—French for “flower market”—is a build-your-own bouquet transfer inspired by the charm of gathering blooms at a traditional European market. Rooted in 19th-century botanical illustrations hand painted by naturalist, Etienne Denisse.
It includes four core bouquets along with pages of individual stems and sprigs, allowing you to create custom arrangements at a range of scales. Start with your bouquet base, build your floral arrangement, then add some delicate springs to create balance, and then accent with butterflies to complete your composition.
🌸 **What Are IOD Transfers?**
IOD Transfers are high-quality, pressure-sensitive designs that can be effortlessly applied to a wide range of surfaces, including furniture, home décor, and craft projects. Crafted with sustainability and timeless style in mind, they’re perfect for turning everyday objects into cherished pieces of art.
✨ **How to Apply IOD Transfers:** ✨
1. **Prep Your Surface:**
- Make sure the surface is clean, dry, and matte.
- If painted, allow the paint to cure fully before application.
- Lightly sand any rough spots and remove dust to ensure smooth adhesion.
- For best results, seal the surface with a high-quality, water-based matte polyurethane sealer before applying the transfer.
2. **Position the Transfer:**
- Keep the backing sheet attached until you’re ready to apply.
- Carefully peel the backing and position the transfer where desired.
- Use low-tack tape to hold it in place if needed.
3. **Apply the Transfer:**
- Using the provided tool (or your preferred burnishing tool), start at one end and rub firmly to adhere the design.
- If any areas don’t stick, simply lay the transfer back down and burnish again until the image is fully transferred.
- Smooth down any loose edges to ensure a seamless finish.
4. **Seal for Long-Lasting Beauty:**
- After application, seal with a water-based or gentle, non-harsh solvent-based sealer.
- For chalk-style finishes, you can also use waxes, provided they’re free from harsh solvents.
💡 **Pro Tips for Best Results:**
✔️ Keep the adhesive side clean to avoid interference with adhesion.
✔️ Avoid letting the sticky side touch itself to prevent damage.
✔️ Store transfers in a cool, dry place to maintain quality.
✔️ For added depth, layer with IOD moulds and stamps for custom, dimensional designs.
