Marbling Paint Fabric

If you are looking to do acrylic paint pouring this folkart marbling paint pour set is a favorite.

Marbling paint fabric. I used 2 different combs to create this pattern. Marbling is the process of floating fabric paints on the surface of a thick cellulose solution called size somewhat like oil on water. Here i used a stick to gently move the paint drops around the tub to create. No agitation to the paint drops here i just picked up the paint as is.

All the colors work amazingly well. Suminagashi translates to floating ink in japanese. This technique is simple yet adds an interesting layer to the marbled fabric design. Adding fabric paint to your marble painting.

It has a rich history throughout europe and asia. Marbling is the ancient art of floating paint on the surface of thickened water known as the marbling size and then transferring the floating design onto paper or fabric. Hang to completely dry before marbling. Acrylic paints or airbrushing ink are the most common choices for fabric marbling.

Let the alum dissolve then soak the fabric for 20 minutes. Learn how to create this mesmerizing marbling technique and print your creation onto paper or fabric. Directions for fabric marbling. Then you capture your design by laying a treated piece of fabric or paper down on top of the paint to transfer the swirls to the fabric.

To enhance your marbled fabric or to add a little more interest to a not so favorite design try adding the lumiere fabric paints in splatters and splashes with a paint brush. Mix 3 tablespoons alum per 1 quart of hot water. Dispersant is your friend. Again some colors will float better than others.

The floating paints are swirled into patterns. The jacquard marbling paints were developed specifically for marbling and unlike some of the other brands jacquard has nailed it. Marbling is a great craft pastime for people who are. Acrylic paints can be purchased from any art supply or craft store but it s best to be consistent with the brand so that they mix well and have similar viscosity.

All of the paints below have been used with success by some experienced marblers. However if you really are looking for a marbling paint i have heard good things about this bo kuundo marbling paper origami marbling kit. Marble with acrylic paint for beginners or kids. I splattered paint on the marbling medium to create this marbled fabric.