Fabric Paint

[dysenchanted2]

Where would I be able to find some fabric paint [stores, websites, etc]? I'm a novice at this so please forgive me if this next question is silly, but are there any non-spray paints that could be painted on by brushes?

[Xander]

You have a myriad of options for finding fabric paint,
if you're near a bigger town, check out Hobby Lobby, Jo-Anns, Hancock, any fabric/craft store, really (and I,personally, am against them, but all-sell stores like Wal-Mart and Shopko would probably have them, too). They come in little squeeze bottles that allow you to write with them, but if you squirt them out onto a paper plate or napkin, you can use a brush to paint with them. You can find pretty much any color, including glitter and metallic paints.

[MediaMisfit]

I fabric paint the best kind to use on denim? I tried spray paint and have noticed that it has wasted out over some time. We need to have l "Showcase" forum for everyone to showcase their projects. Woot... lovin thread heads.

[Vintageartyfarty]

Hi guys. I bought this stuff today called Setacolor - Thickener. It says to use it with fabric paint for stencils, silk screen printing etc. I will let you know how it goes. Have been doing stencils with just normal fabric paint but hopefully this will improve the texture and colour.

[dpc]

Here’s (http://www.jacquardproducts.com/paints.php)the stuff that most of my fabric-painting friends use. They’re very fussy about not having the paint stiffen the fabric...

Some of them do a cool thing with foamy shaving cream (gels don’t work): stir dyes into it as a thickener so they can paint and silk screen with thin coloring agents

[MamaSasss]

Hey all!

Does anyone know of a better way to guarantee that fabric paint will not fade or flake off the fabric? I've been using Veratex (???) fabric paint and it doesn't seem to last too long after washing the fabrics, even after ironing it for 2-3 minutes once it's dry.

Any ideas???

*Mama*

[dpc]

Tried this? (http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/217624-AA.shtml)

Sounds like pretty finicky stuff (from the link in my previous post):

Heat-Setting Instructions for Fabric
For best results allow painted or printed fabric to dry thoroughly, approximately one half hour, or for faster drying, place under a lamp, then heat-set. Heat setting locks color into fibers allowing for normal laundering.

Setting in a Dryer: Home dryers DO NOT work. Use a commercial dryer at 250 degrees minimum for 45 minutes. Be sure to pre-heat dryer

Setting with an Iron: When using an iron, pre-heat iron at maximum temperature for fabric. Place aluminum foil on ironing board and the painted side of the fabric down. Press against the backside for 15-25 seconds per square foot.

Use in a Commercial Conveyor Type Oven: 350 degrees for 3 minutes and two passes if necessary. Fabric should be hot to the touch in order to set colors.

Notes: Optimum time and temperature required to properly heat-set will vary depending on fabric, coverage and equipment. Versatex Fixer can be used with the Versatex Printing Inks to increase wash fastness and to assist in the heat setting process. Add 1% to 3% by volume to printing ink. The pot life of the ink after addition of fixer is 6 hours. After application allow ink to dry for 12 hours before heat setting at 225 - 300 degrees. Or let dry 4-6 days without heat setting before washing. Always do test runs before running productions.

[MamaSasss]

dpc,
that is most helpful. I actually have those instructions, too. I think I may not be using a high enough temperature on the iron. Hmm....I'll have to investigate. :cool:

Thanks!
*M*

[krazykirk]

You can also get this stuff called "Textile Medium" which you add to regular acryllic paint to make it fabric paint! Also at the craft store that I go to, you can buy fabric pens, and all kinds of awesome stuff ^_^

[MamaSasss]

You can also get this stuff called "Textile Medium" which you add to regular acryllic paint to make it fabric paint!

Oh dear God...the possibilities.....

Thanks! :D

[DaDragonChild]

woohoo! This thread really helped me! Glad I joined this place :3