I MUCH prefer to use a product called SPRINT LAYOUT to create my art work. It's from ABACOM. http://www.abacom-online.de/uk/html/sprint-layout.html It is a true hobbyist priced PCB package that is easy to use. By comparison... EAGLE is just to much extra effort for the same result.
I use the cheapest glossy photo paper I can find. HP's Photo Printer Paper is... wayyyy too good, for example. Find an inexpensive brand... I use the STAPLES store brand glossy photo paper.
Also... I have found that my results seriously improved when I started using a HEAT LAMINATOR instead of a standard iron. I was able to find a used GBC brand heat laminator for $14.00.