It is best to provide a firm painting surface such as wax covered cardboard between your
fabric project and your work surface.
Pre-wash and dry
fabric. This will remove the sizing that comes in new
fabric and help the
paint bond better with the fibers. Place and secure
fabric over a plastic-covered or waxed cardboard to create a firm surface for stenciling and to prevent bleed-through to any other ...
When using
FolkArt® Acrylic Colors or Apple Barrel
paint on
fabric we suggest that you also use our
FolkArt Textile Medium. The medium helps to keep the
paint soft, flexible, and fade resistant. When using
FolkArt,
FolkArt Artists’ Pigments, or Apple Barrel paints, create a ...
Yes, for best results, it is recommended to use the waterbase
FolkArt Textile Medium with
FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic
Paint when painting on
fabric. Shake medium well, mix 1 part medium to 2 parts
paint. Can be applied through stencil or hand painted. Clean up whil...
Yes, heat-setting will ensure the durability of your
FolkArt Watercolor
fabric project. Follow the instructions below to heat-set your project. 1Allow the decorated
fabric to dry 24 hours. Heat set the painted surface using a dry iron set to the highest setting allowed for...
It is best NOT to thin
FolkArt®
Fabric™ paints with water as this will dilute the acrylic polymer of the
paint and lesson the adhesion properties. Why produce a great piece of artwork to only watch the design weaken or fade with washing?
FolkArt®
Fabric™ paints are water soluble and clean up is easy using soap and water to clean your brushes. While painting, if a mistake is made, try incorporating the dot of
paint into the design by adding another flower or a lady bug, etc. However, if you begin cleaning th...
Generally,
Fabric Creations Fantasy Glitter paints dry within two hours; however, it can take up to 24 hours, depending upon the thickness of application as well as the humidity of your work area. The decorated
fabric surface will be cured in 72 hours.
When applying
FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic
Paint premixed with
FolkArt Textile Medium, use a moderately heavy application. Moderate to heavy
paint applications will have greater durability.
You can learn more about this product by reading the complete
Fabric Creations Fantasy Glitter FAQ document.