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Frequently Asked Questions

Want to learn more about your favorite Plaid products? Search our frequently asked question library for answers on how to use our craft paints, decoupage products, stitchery kits, and more.

What types of fabrics can I decorative paint on using FolkArt® Fabric™ Paints?

Fabrics such as denims, cottons, poly cotton blends, woven blends, and home décor textiles can be used as surfaces for fabric painting when using FolkArt® Fabric™ Paints.

While painting, can I use water to thin the FolkArt® Fabric™ paints?

It is best NOT to thin FolkArt® Fabric™ paints with water as this will dilute the acrylic polymer of the paint and lesson the adhesion properties. Why produce a great piece of artwork to only watch the design weaken or fade with washing?

How thick should I apply my FolkArt® Fabric™ Brush-on Paint?

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 appl...

Is it necessary to heat set my fabric painting project when using FolkArt® Fabric™ Brush-on Paints?

Heat setting is recommended for best durability. Allow the painted design to dry overnight. Place the item in a clothes dryer for 30 minutes on the highest setting allowed for the type of fabric used, OR you may heat set the painted piece using a dry iron and a pressing clo...

What is the best way to clean up my supplies or a small painted mistake when I am fabric painting?

FolkArt® Fabric™ paints are water soluble and clean up is easy using soap and water to clean your brushes. While painting, if a mistake is made, try incorporating the dot of paint into the design by adding another flower or a lady bug, etc. However, if you begin cleaning th...

How shall I launder my FolkArt® Fabric™ painted item?

FolkArt® Fabric™ Brush-on and FolkArt® Fabric™ Dimensional paints have been tested for machine washing, however, with all hand painted items, it is best if they are hand washed in cold water and air dried which will increase their durability. If washing by machine, turn your...

Can I use magazine, gift wrap or book pages with Mod Podge?

Yes, however you need to check to make sure that the ink will not smear. Test a small piece before starting your Mod Podge project. You can also add additional protection, by spraying the front and back of these papers with an acrylic sealer such as Mod Podge Clear Acrylic S...

How do I apply napkins to fabric with Fabric Mod Podge?

To use napkins with Fabric Mod Podge, follow the steps below: Cut the design out of the Napkin and discard the layers. Place Napkin upside down on a piece of parchment or wax paper.   Apply Fabric Mod Podge® to the back of the design.   Place the Napkin and paper face-...

Should I wash the fabric on my Bucilla Baby project before starting to stitch?

No. The design on your Bucilla Baby project has been stamped on the fabric with a wash-out ink.
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