The Promised new video

As promised I have recorded and posted the video on how I did the  coloring on fabric for my Island Batik table topper. 


I completely forgot to discuss heat setting.  To heat set your piece after it has dried for 24 hours, use the hottest iron you can use without damaging your fabric. Cover your work with a press cloth (simple muslin or cotton fabric works fine.) Press for at least 20 seconds, moving the iron to avoid scorching.

Here are my notes for your convenience:

Adding color to embellish fabric with Derwent Inktense Pencils

Supplies

·         Inktense pencils

·         Fabric - white or light colors work best - color will affect the final product. Must be organic fabric not synthetic for permanence.

·         Paint Brushes - reasonable quality - not expensive

·         Activator -textile medium or Aloe Vera Gel  (Brands not terribly important)

·         Imagination and a sense of fun

Drawing or Design options

·         Machine embroidery

·         Permanent pen - I like Micron fine point pens

·         Direct drawing with Inktense pencils

Testing colors - until you know what results you get testing is a good idea.  Also test new ideas on a practice piece.

Coloring in the design

        Shading  - more pencil

        Blending - more than one color

Wetting agent

        required for permanency

        types: Water (highly likely to bleed),  Aloe Vera Gel, Textile medium

        Differences  I have noticed: look, brush care,

        Application - using appropriate brush, getting in smaller spaces.

        Option of adding more color while wet

Drying - allow to dry at least 24 hours - it should not be damp at all

Heat setting - After drying, heat set with a hot dry iron using a press cloth to protect your fabric. 

Until Next Time,  

Stay Creative 

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