Ideas

DIY Fabric Paint

Materials:

Acrylic Paint
Acrylic Medium (Liquitex transparent gloss works great)
Container with tight-fitting lid
Fabric for testing
Iron and ironing board
Foam brush (or regular paint brush)

Steps:

Step 1: Mixing Your Paint
Thin acrylic paint with acrylic medium. Use transparent gloss for light fabrics. For darker fabrics, use opaque gloss or matte medium.

Step 2: Testing Your Paint
Test on similar fabric. If it soaks through, add more paint. If it feels too stiff, add more medium.

Step 3: Heat-Setting
Once dry, iron on medium heat for 4-5 minutes (no steam).

Step 4: Use Your Paint!
Now you can create custom colors for clothes, pillows, and more.

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