How Do You Use Fabric As A Painting Canvas?
Although many artists paint fabric with the intent of wearing it, you can use it just like a canvas and paint a masterpiece fit for the mantel. When it comes to using fabric, the most noticeable difference compared to painting on canvas is the pressure you’ll need to use in your brush strokes; the paint needs to be pressed into the fabric to make it stick. You can buy specialized fabric paints, but most of these are designed to be washed and worn on T-shirts. If you plan to to hang your fabric artwork like a canvas, you can use any paint you like. Select fabric with a tight weave, such as cotton, velvet or silk. The tight weave will catch and hold paint, whereas a loose weave (like linen) might allow paint to slip through and stain the back of your artwork. Wash fabric according to manufacturer’s care instructions. Do not use fabric softener—the chemicals in it will keep your paint from adhering. Remove any wrinkles with an iron or steamer. The fabric needs to be flat so your brush s
