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Sunlight + Jacquard Colors = Magic!

It is almost summer, and the sun is shining brightly!

Not only does it lift our spirits, but our beloved sun can also help us transform our white fabrics... so let’s get creative with stencils, Jacquard dye-na-flow  and of course, the sun!

 

 

 We will need:

  • White fabric, which can be a tablecloth, a t-shirt, a bag, or even scraps of fabric for use in your art journal!
  • Jacquard’s Dye-Na-Flow colors
  • A set of sponge brushes
  • A basin or bucket of water
  • A plastic tablecloth or other protective cover for your workspace
  • Stencils, leaves, and anything else you’d like to use to create your design!

Let’s start by preparing our workspace. Spread the tablecloth over a surface that will be under the sun. This must be large enough to accommodate all the fabric you’ll be using.

Gather your fabric and stencils nearby, including mixed media stencils or anything else according to your artistic inspiration!

  

 
 
 In the next step, you need to dip your fabric into a water basin. Make sure it’s well-soaked, then lay it out on your surface, stretching it out smoothly. If you’re working with more than one piece of fabric, it’s best not to spread them all at once, as we want them to remain damp before moving on to the color.
 
 
 
 
 
And the fun part begins!
Add color...
 
 

 

...and extra water with the help of your sponge! You can continue adding color and spreading it with the damp sponge until you’re satisfied with the result!

Once you’re done with the color, it’s time to place your stencil.

 
  
 

 

Here, it’s important to note that, as shown in the photo, first, the fabric is still quite damp, and second, we don't just place the stencil on the fabric but press it down firmly to ensure there’s no gap between the fabric and the stencil.

Continue with the same approach for the remaining fabric pieces and let the sun do its magic!

 
 
 
2-3 hours are enough for the fabric to dry thoroughly if it’s under the sun!
Remove your stencils and admire the result...
 
 

 

 

 

 
Finally, the next day, iron the fabric backyards and you're redy!
 
Check the outcome,
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

Isn't it impressive?

We’re absolutely thrilled and can’t wait to experiment more!

That’s all for today! Enjoy the lovely weather and make plans for "playing" with sunlight and Jacquard’s colors! We’d love to see your creations, so don’t hesitate to share photos with us on social media!

Have a great time, and we’ll catch up next week!

Artistic Kisses!

 
 

 

 
 
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