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JustMe
32 posts |
#22919 2007-09-19 23:53 GMT |
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I am sketching with pencil on 3 king size sheets an Irish countyside and I need to purchase paint that will make a realistic painting and still be able to be washed and not crack or shrink. Should I use oil or acrylic or something else? These will be used over and over at SCA events.
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RainDrop
42 posts |
#22920 2007-09-20 00:01 GMT |
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The kind that you buy in an art store it's water prof and can be used on fabric.....a clerk will help you....just ask, tell him/her what you want to do with it !!!!!!!!
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Pink
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#22921 2007-09-20 00:36 GMT |
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I’m afraid that I don’t have any personal experience of doing this, but I found the following about fabric painting which might be helpful:
http://painting.about.com/od/fabricpainting/a/FabricPaintTips.htm There is also this about acrylic painting in general, if you find out that acrylics are suitable: http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/h2g2/A2903816 Good luck! |
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Kara
46 posts |
#22922 2007-09-20 00:46 GMT |
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fabric paint at craft store
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NoName
33 posts |
#22923 2007-09-20 10:22 GMT |
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Soft light colored paint at (ACE Hardware).
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NoName
33 posts |
#22924 2007-09-20 14:01 GMT |
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I recently attempted regular craft acrylic paint on fabric. It was washable; the colors were permanent but the painted area was stiff. It might work if the fabric is being displayed but not on wearable fabric. It was also not easy to apply. These craft paints are much cheaper which is why I attempted with them.
I have used fabric paints which are easier to apply on fabrics, are bright and last long. I made a pillowcase about 18 years back and the paint is not gone at all. However, the fabric paints are a little more expensive. Since your fabrics are going to be showcased, I would suggest fabric paints. |
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