| abstract |
An aesthetically pleasing elastic film having three-dimensional characteristics is provided. In one embodiment, the two-dimensional ink structure is printed on an elastic film that is activated later, e.g., by heat, to convert the two-dimensional ink structure on one or more outer surfaces of the film to a three-dimensional structure. By selectively controlling the position and amount of applied ink, the film can have a desired hand feel without sacrificing the elastic properties of the film. It can also control the printing and activation of the ink to increase the tear resistance of the film, or conversely, to tear or peel the film at the desired location as desired. In another embodiment, the elastic film is laminated to the facings to form a laminate, wherein the outer surface of the film, which is not in contact with the facings, contains three-dimensional ink structures. |