How Do You Color Shrink Art With Sharpie Markers?
Shrink art is the process of drawing or painting on a special kind of plastic which, when heated, shrinks and thickens, making it usable for crafts and jewelry making. The process was introduced as a craft kit for children in 1973 under the name of “Shrinky Dinks.” Shrink art is now popular among adult crafters and you can use a variety of drawing tools, including Sharpie markers. Choose the shrink plastic product you would like to use. Most arts and crafts stores carry shrink plastic products. They include black, white, clear, frosted and kinds which will go through a printer. Each of these comes in sanded and unsanded. You can also use #6 or #8 recyclable plastic. Look for the “6” or “8” in the recycle triangle on the plastic. Gather the sharpies you plan to use. Any color will work, but you must use permanent markers. Most drawing mediums require that the shrink plastic be the sanded kind, but sharpies will work on unsanded plastic. Use the sharpie alone, or combine it with other me
