IN VIETNAM, artists have become known for using beautiful, bright colors in paintings done on silk fabric. Silk painting is fun to do and, with proper set up, will result in a beautiful piece of art.
YOU NEED:
⢠silk scarves prepared for dyeing
⢠setasilk paints (available at craft stores)
⢠tube of gutta (solvent)
⢠bamboo paintbrushes
⢠salt
⢠3 tablespoons of vinegar
⢠newspaper or drop sheets
⢠cardboard
⢠plastic table cloth
⢠pushpins
⢠smocks
⢠rubber gloves
⢠iron
1: STRETCHING THE FABRIC
In order to paint on the silk, it needs to be stretched so that the paint or dye does not pool in one place. Fabric art supply stores sell frames specifically designed for this purpose, but you can make your own. Cover your work area with newspaper or a large drop sheet. Lay out a piece of cardboard cut slightly larger than the scarf. Over the top of the cardboard, lay out a plastic tablecloth. Next, pin the silk scarf edges every 3 to 4 inches through the plastic into the cardboard, pulling it tight as you go.
2: PAINTING
Before you open any paints, protect your skin and clothing by wearing rubber gloves and a smock or old clothes. Work from lightest and largest areas of color to darker and finer details in your last step. You will notice that the dye spreads out from your brush as you work. If you want crisp, sharp edges of color use the gutta resist before painting with the dye. The gutta will stop the color from spreading. Allow the fabric to dry before adding fine darker details.
* THERE ARE MANY INTERESTING EFFECTS TO TRY:
WET ON WET: Spray the fabric with water and then paint on slightly damp fabric. The colors will "bleed" into each other with blurred lines.
SALT: Sprinkle salt on the paint while it is still wet to create a color-burst effect.
GUTTA RESIST: For areas of distinct shapes or color separations, use the gutta directly from the tube to draw and outline. The gutta will create a barrier to the paint. You can use this to create separate shapes of colors or to keep some areas white.
WATERMARKING: Paint a base of color and allow it to dry. Add another layer of color by dabbing or splattering a second color on top of the first. Repeat with as many layers of colors as you wish. COLOR MIXING: Mix colors directly on the fabric to create new colors.
3: FIXING THE COLOR
When the painting has completely dried, use an iron on the silk setting for five minutes to fix (set) the color to the fabric. (Iron on the reverse side of the fabric.) After fixing, rinse the silk in cold water until the water runs clear. Do a final rinse with 3 tablespoons of vinegar to 2 gallons of water. Roll it in a towel and iron again while it is slightly damp.
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YOU NEED:
⢠silk scarves prepared for dyeing
⢠setasilk paints (available at craft stores)
⢠tube of gutta (solvent)
⢠bamboo paintbrushes
⢠salt
⢠3 tablespoons of vinegar
⢠newspaper or drop sheets
⢠cardboard
⢠plastic table cloth
⢠pushpins
⢠smocks
⢠rubber gloves
⢠iron
1: STRETCHING THE FABRIC
In order to paint on the silk, it needs to be stretched so that the paint or dye does not pool in one place. Fabric art supply stores sell frames specifically designed for this purpose, but you can make your own. Cover your work area with newspaper or a large drop sheet. Lay out a piece of cardboard cut slightly larger than the scarf. Over the top of the cardboard, lay out a plastic tablecloth. Next, pin the silk scarf edges every 3 to 4 inches through the plastic into the cardboard, pulling it tight as you go.
2: PAINTING
Before you open any paints, protect your skin and clothing by wearing rubber gloves and a smock or old clothes. Work from lightest and largest areas of color to darker and finer details in your last step. You will notice that the dye spreads out from your brush as you work. If you want crisp, sharp edges of color use the gutta resist before painting with the dye. The gutta will stop the color from spreading. Allow the fabric to dry before adding fine darker details.
* THERE ARE MANY INTERESTING EFFECTS TO TRY:
WET ON WET: Spray the fabric with water and then paint on slightly damp fabric. The colors will "bleed" into each other with blurred lines.
SALT: Sprinkle salt on the paint while it is still wet to create a color-burst effect.
GUTTA RESIST: For areas of distinct shapes or color separations, use the gutta directly from the tube to draw and outline. The gutta will create a barrier to the paint. You can use this to create separate shapes of colors or to keep some areas white.
WATERMARKING: Paint a base of color and allow it to dry. Add another layer of color by dabbing or splattering a second color on top of the first. Repeat with as many layers of colors as you wish. COLOR MIXING: Mix colors directly on the fabric to create new colors.
3: FIXING THE COLOR
When the painting has completely dried, use an iron on the silk setting for five minutes to fix (set) the color to the fabric. (Iron on the reverse side of the fabric.) After fixing, rinse the silk in cold water until the water runs clear. Do a final rinse with 3 tablespoons of vinegar to 2 gallons of water. Roll it in a towel and iron again while it is slightly damp.
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