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Yeah, I guess the wide kind, sure could use. Although, make sure it's not too strong for the type of fabric you're using. And, of course, remove the tape before heat fixing your design

Follow to fabricpaintingcoach.com. Foundation Course is there 🙂

Hi, finding quality wholesale clothes could be a bit of a challenge, depending on where you live. When I was just starting, I knew that stocking up on a variety of styles as well as sizes (!) would be a significant investment. Instead, I was on a lookout for sales and bundle options from brands I trusted for their quality of clothing. This was my approach. Otherwise, maybe somebody else here or on the Forum could advise you on their experience.👍🏼

Are you still? Has the video info confused you or helped in understanding what's what?

Hi, fabric softener has different properties . It is actually advised not to use fabric softener during laundry of painted designs and also to wash it off prior to painting, as it prevents a proper bond between paint and textile fibers.

@@FabricPaintingCoach okay thank you

Great! Good for you 🙂

Hi! Most brands which produce fabric paints have a variety that includes glitter. Among those that I've tried, I could recommend Setacolor Glitter, Javanna Glitter fabric paint, Tulip Glitter and Crystals, etc... You could also make your own glitter fabric paint, by simply adding a moderate amount of fine glitter powder of desired shade into your fabric colors prior to paint application. I'll have a video- demo on this channel soon on the topic of glitter and shimmering fabric paints, which, hopefully, will be helpful for you👏🏼

@@FabricPaintingCoach thanks, will follow the chanel 🤗

Hi, Camel's acrylic paint on fabric will act as any other acrylics. This is the reason the brand has a special line of paints for fabric. It's quite available, and very affordable in small jars as compared to other fabric paint brands.

Good to know! 😊

Yes, sure. I do show in many of my paint reviews how painted fabric looks like after a machine wash. But to make sure that laundry cycle doesn't damage your design, there are a few things also to keep in mind in terms of painting technology (it matters how you apply paint, how you let it set and how many days the finished design has been resting after ironing,as it is not recommended to wash it as soon as it's been heat set). Hope you'll find these helpful. Good luck

Hello Michele, welcome 🌷We do indeed discuss a variety of fabric painting materials (not only paints, but also markers, outliners, inks, etc.) in FPC community. I believe you'll be able to identify the ones which will help you create with quality and personal artistic style. You're very encouraged to share your ideas or doubts (if there are any) on Forum. And I hope you'll find the Foundations course useful too. Happy to get to know you, Enjoy the learning and new art experience 👏🏼

Thank you very much for sharing your kind feedback 🌷🙂

Good luck & enjoy it👏🏼

Hi! Thanks for your feedback! To answer your first question, it's advised to give at least 4 hours after painting was completed before setting it with an iron. However, since drying time varies due to to a number of paint layers and paint brands, it's safer to let it rest overnight. Washing is best to delay for as long as possible. Otherwise after 7 days is a good practice.

Hi, yes sure, Jacquard Textile fabric paint is a good option for light colored canvas shoes. You will, however, need to heat set the paint on shoes as well, since it's likely that they'll be laundered/washed at some point. The same paint is a go for light colored synthetic shoes as well, since Jacquard Textile is suitable for both natural and man-made fabrics. In case the shoes you're taking about include some faux/genuine leather patches you can safely use Jacquard Neopaque, it works very well on all nonporous surfaces as well as dark colored ones. Neopaque doesn't need heat fixing. And while I didn't like it's performance on wearable fabrics, it can feel quite alright on canvas shoes, as there's no requirement for paint softness.

@@FabricPaintingCoach thank you so much for your input, much appreciate it!

Yes, sure

I don't know, I don't paint fur with fabric paint. Plus, javana paint is for natural fabric only

@@FabricPaintingCoach oh ok thanks for letting me know

Hi! Thanks for your feedback, yes you most certainly can use this brand on spandex and as this video shows, they perform well when diluted! In terms of tips, I can add the following as I myself am a big fan of painting on stretchy synthetic textiles like nylon and alike: 💧When working wet on wet, keep a paper towel handy to quickly dab on excess water. Spandex, being a thin fabric, is very forgiving and lets us correct mistakes easily. 💨 Let the first layer dry, as per the usual technology. You may use hair dryer confidently as to speed up the drying time, since watercolor technique can take forever otherwise... 🥞Work with layers carefully. Here on spandex you won't be able to apply paint too generously, due to the fact that this textile is too delicate. PS. Remember, that diluted paint looks good on light colors only. Otherwise, best of luck with your project! Enjoy

@@FabricPaintingCoach Thank you so much for your practical advice. I really appreciate your time and help🥰 Will definitely purchase these paints and give it a go!

I made a sketch using tailor's chalk. It's a white chalk pencil

Oh yes, definitely. After at least 4hrs, or better overnight, place a cotton sheet ver the design and iron it, the way it's explained in this video: czcams.com/video/hojATxfSr00/video.htmlsi=tIzrX76Ap_fHnjor Good luck

If you use a not opaque fabric paint (the one which is good for use on light colored fabrics only), indeed it can take about five layers to reach a decent white color on darker textiles... However, the technique is important too. Sometimes people keep adding paint layers one after the other, not letting the previous one to dry completely. That's wrong. So the key to fabric painting that doesn't "take forever" is to pick the right type of fabric paint and follow basic fabric painting technology.

Yes, you definitely can do needlework over fabric painting - textile remains soft, suitable for machine sewing and even beading as well.

Yes, only water in this case.

Thanks for your feedback 🌷 Good luck with your art projects 👏🏼

Hi Maryam 👋🏼 Thanks for introducing yourself, welcome 🌷

Hello, Tulip is quite a versatile fabric paint. Can be used on most textiles. What kind of stretch fabric you're talking about?

Neoprene and or scuba

I know, right?! 👍🏼

Hi! Fabric medium reduces color intensity of fabric paint. It doesn't make it's texture thinner, though. This characteristic comes in handy when you'd like to imitate watercolor painting, without diluting fabric paint with water and avoid uncontrollable paint spread. Read more about possibilities with fabric medium in this article www.fabricpaintingcoach.com/post/how-to-use-fabric-medium.

@@FabricPaintingCoach thank you so much 🫶🏼

Sorry to hear that.. but so far that's the only effective way that I found to open plastic jars.

Yes, definitely

Thank you. I made coloured tights for a costume. Should i iron with the cardboard still inside or will it be ok to iron them normally. Would the colours bleed or stick together?

@liannetakeda9474 tights! Great👍🏼 I also have been painting on tights for a long time , and found that both approaches work: with or without "cardboard". To safeguard fabric from sticking to the board too much, it's still best to remove it after making sure that paint has become completely dry. Then neatly straighten each "leg", cover with cotton sheet and iron in small steps, making sure that nylon doesn't crinkle under the protective sheet. You could set iron on a setting lower than Cotton, so as not to overheat the nylon tights. Otherwise, unless you're not planning to wash your design and this project is a one off for a costume, in this case you could leave the tights without heat setting. We apply the heat to fabric paint only to ensure it's permanence. Good luck 👏🏼

Oh thank you! That’s exactly what i needed to hear :)

Hello! Even though Jacquard Textile washes off (smears) if not heat set, it still doesn't go away without a trace. Mistakes on fabric are usually a big pain, especially when the project is still in the process. Seeing that I had a similar experience with this paint, I wouldn't suggest you to try and do a spot wash for the area with mistake. Since I can't see the type of issue that happened, it'll be hard to advise now. I do have a couple ideas, but for that I'll need to see the stain. Could you take a picture and post it here: www.fabricpaintingcoach.com/fabric-painting-forum/talks ? Here on Forum people usually upload their projects that they need help with and based on visual we can assist.

Hi! For synthetic textiles in my experience Pebeo Setacolor works best. amzn.to/3Umcip6 Also, if these aren't available to you, Jacquard Textile is a viable option for man-made fabrics too. amzn.to/3z9TAUk You can find both brands offering black paint jars sold individually as well. Make sure to heat set the paint once it's dry: iron without steam on Cotton setting or lower since you're painting on polyester; through a cotton sheet. Touch the protective sheet with your palm to ensure it's hot enough but not burning, as excessive heating might damage your jacket. I hope you'll succeed in your project! Ask for more advice if needed and share your experience with fabric painting community,if you want to on our Forum www.fabricpaintingcoach.com/fabric-painting-forum Good luck 👍🏼

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