Technical Design Solutions for Theatre

Photocopy Transfers

David A. Stach

 

Photocopies of drawings or photographs can be reproduced on any type of natural-fiber fabric. The simple process outlined in this article applies to both color and black and white photocopies and assures exact duplication of any pattern. This process is useful in making your own fabric patterns for limited size applications such as upholstery. It reproduces multicolored patterns faster and more accurately than stencils. Reproductions of color or black and white photographs on pillow covers, clothing, towels, and other small items can be accurately and easily accomplished with this process. Photocopying (about 40¢ for color, 5¢ for black and white 8½″ × 11″) is relatively inexpensive compared to the equivalent ...