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Yes, all fabrics should be prewashed using soap and water following the manufacturer’s washing instructions, most denim fabrics should be washed multiple times in hot water to thoroughly remove the sizing in the fabric. DO NOT use a liquid fabric softener or a dryer sheet as this may prevent the paints from adhering properly. If your garment is wrinkled, you may iron the fabric as instructed on the garment label, DO NOT use a spray starch product. |
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Simply Screen paint will air dry within 24 hours and will be cured in 72 hours. |
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When applying FolkArt® Fabric™ Brush-on paints to fabric, use a moderately heavy application of paint. It is best to keep your brush full of paint when painting with FolkArt® Fabric™ Brush-on paint, moderate to heavy applications will have greater durability. A lighter application of paint will have less durability.
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When designing fashion and home décor fabrics, there are a couple of techniques that can be used when applying Simply Screen printing paints. 1. After the silk screen stencil is in place, tacky side down onto your fabric surface, squeeze paint onto the screen stencil; using the squeegee applicator, pull paint down over the stencil. OR 2. Squeeze paint onto a foam plate; using fabric painting brushes, paint the design brushing through the silk screen. |
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