We got a major project to paint a close-up of a flower (Mine was a water lily) using the composition colours of red and green and I’ve totally messed up on the background… And I’m using my big sister’s acrylic paints so I’m in utter distress because I can’t use too much...
Learn how to make hand-marbled fabric with this step-by-step tutorial. You'll love using your one-of-a-kind fabrics in quilts and other projects.
Here is a painting guide that will explain the steps on how to paint the most common surfaces and some not so common questions that readers have asked me. I also included the products that I use and that can be easily found at your local hardware, paint, or home improvement store. You ...
Transfer Photos to Other Surfaces The exciting thing about this project? You can use this same method to transfer photos to fabric or canvas. I’m showing you how to do it on wood, but don’t limit yourself.Oh, and if you want to learn how to transfer photos to glass, that’s an ...
Baking and applying varnish are some of the ways you can try. Ironing can also make POSCA pens permanent on fabric. Frequently Asked Questions Why do you have to shake POSCA pens? Shaking the pen mixes the paint inside to ensure smooth paint flow. With that, you cand draw smooth lines wi...
Cleaning Outdoor Umbrellas:Umbrellas are usually made from acrylic, polyester vinyl fabric or cotton canvas. Cleaning procedure is the same as the outdoor furniture cushion cleaning instructions found above. If you would like to help prevent the buildup of mildew that make s...
much as the next design aficionado, it’s not exactly the best choice for those low on natural light. Bright white lampshades will make your lighting more effective and give the space an airy feel, as shown in the bedroom of thisIdaho home. Take your fabric to that heirloom armchair ...
Let the glue dry and be mindful to only use a little bit of glue as any excess will create visible drops or marks. Trim any excess cardstock to create a smooth even line all the way around the container. 4 Paint and seal. Choose your colour and paint several coats on both the tote ...
Oftentimes, materials can have similar textures or finishing but are priced on two opposite spectrums, due to where they are sourced from and how much of their composition is engineered vs solid. Consider material doppelgangers such as aluminum and stainless steel, glass and acrylic, and red-...
Use a clean brushand then only use this brush for varnishing, it will be tempting if you are in a rush to use another brush that you ‘think’ is completely clean. I’ve done it before and the polyurethane loosened off dried on acrylic paint and went over the painting, not a good ...