Using Inktense on Fabric - Part 2 - with Deborah Wirsu
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- čas přidán 9. 05. 2014
- Using Inktense on Fabric Part 2 with Deborah Wirsu of Thread Sketching in Action - www.threadsketchinginaction.com (formerly www.DeborahWirsu.com).
Watch as Deborah Wirsu continues to demonstrate how to paint on fabric with Derwent Inktense pencils and blocks using this easy and effective method.
Create unique designs on fabric by stitching and quilting first, then painting later.
This technique can be used to create whole-cloth pieces, or panels for a quilt as you go quilt, cushions, wall hangings - whatever you like! It is equally effective for both abstract and traditional designs.
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being isolated for the next however number of weeks, what a timely find...... such fantastic instructions - all I need to do now is find out where I put my intense sticks. thank you Deborah cannot wait to start
This looks like great fun. Must try.
Hi Heather - I did reply to your question and comments some time ago, but my reply seems to have disappeared! So sorry if you've been waiting - I generally use approximately half and half fixative to water. I use a little more fixative if I really want to avoid any bleeding of the ink, but this has the effect of stiffening the hand of the fabric a little more. Different brands of fixative behave differently, too, so I always test the mix out on a scrap of fabric first. Many thanks for your kind comments.
What fixative do you use
How well you explain every step. Thank you so much
You're welcome Lalita - I'm glad it's clear.
I love this so much….and so inspiring ⭐️
Thank you - it's a popular technique and not difficult to do.
Love your work. Just gorgeous.
+Darlene Bromberger Thank you so much, Darlene! Much appreciated.
Hi Heather, Firstly, my sincere apologies for not replying sooner. And thank you so much for your comments! My standard ratio is approximately half and half water to fabric fixative. The things I've found that affect the 'bleeding' are: (1) the thread count of the fabric - the greater the thread count, the less the ink will bleed, (2) the brand of fabric fixative will vary the results. I've come to realise that different brands of fixatives are available in different areas of the world, so I would suggest experimenting on a scrap of fabric first. I have used two brands, available locally for me, that behave quite differently. One offers lower bleeding, but stiffer 'hand' to the fabric when dry, while the other has slightly more bleed, but a softer hand. I like both, for different reasons and in different situations, so I strongly suggest trying out ratios with the fixative and fabric you have to be sure you'll get the results you want. I hope this helps!
Great video!!
I really like both methods of painting, the color before using the medium and after applying the medium . Do you prefer one over the other? This is fun to watch, can't wait to try it.
Beautiful
Lovely thank you for sharing
You're most welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed this! Thank you :)
I like the one with the Grapes and the leaves that you said was not successful .
This is amazing!! Another masterpiece! New subscriber here :).
For all of us beginners it would have been superb to see how you transfered the image onto the fabric and sewn it too....
Boa noite. Eu já vi este vídeo muitas vezes, mas gostaria de saber o que vc passa no tecido para colorir. Parece um óleo uma pasta não sei mas gostaria de saber.
Hi!! Wonderful video, thank you!
What is the ratio of fixative to water that you are painting on first?
I love your poppies!!
PLEASE do of your designs on fabric and show us how to make a quilt with the squares, how many squares would I need to make a wall hanging? And I really would like to see more of how to use Inktense on fabric!! PLEASE!! THANK YOU!!! Betty
Hi Betty - how lovely to hear from you! The number of blocks to make a wall hanging depends on how large you want the hanging to be. The poppies sample in this video is a little larger than an average piece of printer paper (A4 or US Letter). I will prepare a tutorial on making a quilted wall hanging using Inktense designs for you. I am also currently working on more videos about using Inktense and will post them as soon as they are ready. I'll let you know! Thank you so much for your requests. Deb.
What is the fixative that you are using? I love your work ❤️
I use brands of fabric fixative (textile medium) available in Australia - Matisse Fabric Fixative or Josonja's Textile Medium (which are slightly different in liquidity) - there are many different brands around the world - Golden is a good one, especially for people in the USA.
Thank you for this tutorial! Will this work on black fabric? Will the colors show up? Thank you!
In my experience, no, but that's not to say there isn't a way. It's not something I've tried more than once or twice. I think you'd be better with a speciality fabric paint Inktense was not actually designed for working on fabric.
I sure would love to see a video that shows how this washes. I also also see mention of stiff fabric.
OVER A decade AGO ..omg now 2 DECADES...ANYWAY there was a japanese company that finally made an ink that stays on ANY TYPE OF FABRIC . I GOT MY HANDS ON SOME AT A HUGE PRICE AND YES THEY WERE CORRECT. I WAS GOING TO INVEST IN THAT COMPANY....alas i never ever saw the product make it to usa or even EUROPE!!!!! I have not thought of it for a long long time and can't remember the company name in English-language. It isnr this stuff because artists have been using these FOR a lonf time ro oaint on fabric but it nevee holds rhe pigments for long. Just 2 washing and it is a ghost of an image.
Hi Deborah, I am from Brazil and I would like to know the name of the components of the fabric fixative to allow me to find in the store here. I just loved the video. Many thanks
It's called Textile Medium or Fabric Fixative. All the brands are much the same - different brands in different countries. I'm don't know what's available in Brazil - I suggest you buy it online.
Deborah Wirsu Textile Artist Thank you !
Is the stiffness about the same with aloe vera gel as it is with textile medium?
I believe aloe vera is softer, but I really can't advise you regarding that as I don't use it. Sorry.
i was wondering about the gel fixative...does it work batter?
+Diana Miller Hi Diana. I'm afraid I can't help with this question as I've never used aloe gel medium. It can be difficult to purchase here where I live (at a reasonable price) so I've never tried it. However, anecdotally, I've heard that many people love it, so it's worth giving it a try.
+Deborah Wirsu Textile Artist I have read on another video, that Aloe Gel works very well, because it can be washed out. I wish I could tell which one I saw, it could have been a DERWENT video from their company. Hope that helps
+Juliana Leo Thanks Juliana - I certainly intend exploring Aloe Gel when I have some time. And yes, I believe it can be washed out. I have seen some of the Derwent videos, but not for a while - I'll have to have another look. Many people seem to like it, but it's difficult to obtain for me...I'll get hold of some eventually!
It is so beautiful! How does a beginner start? Do you have to be a professional artist?
Hi - no you don't need to be a professional artist! I'll soon be offering an online course in this technique - keep a look out for it at learn.deborahwirsu.com/courses
I just noticed that you seem to use the Fixative again, - AFTER you've have drawn in the color. Is this correct? No doubt that would help avoid further bleeding? So, application is once before to SET the fabric..., and again when you wet down the Pencil drawing?
Hi Juliana - yes, I do sometimes add further fixative. Generally I always use fixative mixed 50/50 with water, so it's not pure fixative. Using water to add more moisture can result in bleeding, so that's why I use the fixative/water mix. However, if you add too much fixative the fabric will become very stiff, and can leave a bit of filmy residue, so proceed carefully! If you need to spread the ink more, then you could perhaps use a greater proportion of water in the mix. To some extent it's a process of experimenting. Different fabrics will bleed more or less than others, too. High weave cottons will usually result in less bleeding. AND, one further point - sometimes I'll add the colour to dry fabric and then add the fixative/water mix! The fixative will not be 'permanently set' until dry and then heat set with an iron.
What kind of fabric are you using? Great videos. Thank you for making them.
Hi Tedi - Generally, when I'm painting on, or dyeing fabric I use 100% cotton PFD (Prepared For Dyeing). You can use ordinary white cotton, too - just be sure to prewash it to remove the sizing (Synthrapol is excellent for this). Glad you're enjoying the videos. Deborah (www.ThreadSketchingInAction.com)
@@DeborahWirsuTextileArtist , thank you! I ordered my supplies except for Synthrapol. I'm excited to begin!
@@tedipatterson6968 Excellent! You're going to have fun :)
Deborah. what medium are you using to brush with the pencils? x
Hi Jennifer - I'm using Fabric Fixative (Textile Medium) - any good quality brand will do. I use it as described in the video.
thanks Deborah, I missed the Brand, but as i am in the UK, guess it would be another brand, i wasn't aware that it was FABRIC fixative, is it completely necessary to use it as my project will not be washed? x
No it's not absolutely necessary to use fabric fixative, however bleeding is a common problem with Inktense on fabric, and you will experience less bleeding with fabric fixative - i.e. it's easier to control the bleeding. I suggest you try it out first on a test piece of fabric to see which works. The fabric fixative does certainly alter the 'hand' of the fabric a little - depends how much you use. Trial and error!!!
thanks Deborah, will try. xx
How does this wash?
It's best not to wash - it fades a lot. Better to use a dedicated fabric paint or dye. Inktense was never designed for fabric but can be useful on art projects when used in conjunction with fabric fixative.
Deborah Wirsu Textile Artist.... Thank you for this answer. I'm looking for it....just before to buy Inktense.
Thank you Deborah for this lovely video, I learnt a great deal. I've been quilting for many years and have decided to try a new quilting technic, but have one question for you once the paint has been dried and set and made up into a twin size quilt : will the painted quilt be washable and another question would it be safe to be handled by small children, lets say. looking forward to your reply
+Sheila Martyniuk Hi Sheila - As far as I know the product is safe for children to handle, but to be absolutely sure it would be best to check with Derwent - the manufacturer. Re washing, other people have asked a similar question. Personally, I tend to use Inktense on items that require minimal washing, as I think it would fade over time. If you use sufficient ratio of fabric fixative, this fading should be slow, but I cannot guarantee that. Only dyes intended for permanent dyeing (e.g. Procion chemical dyes) will retain colour depth permanently. However, I find for items that are only washed every now and then, (or not at all) Inktense is fine. Perhaps experiment on a small piece of fabric, then wash it and see what happens.