Things You'll Need:
- Permanent fabric markers
- Cotton fabric
- Pencil
- Tracing paper (optional)
- Transfer paper (optional)
- Low tack tape
- Ruler
- Wax paper
- Cardboard
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Step 1
Choose a smooth cotton fabric. Muslin works well, but other fabric weights can be used. Wash and dry fabric to remove sizing. Use of fabric softener or dryer sheets prohibits color from adhering properly.
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Step 2
Cover cardboard with wax paper and tape fabric in place so it is tight and smooth. Draw or trace design on fabric with pencil or use tracing paper design. To use tracing paper design, tape paper over the fabric and slide the transfer paper between the fabric and the design. Use pressure on the pencil to transfer the design.
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Step 3
Work from the center of design outward when painting. Overlap colors for blending or gradation. Wipe marker after overlapping colors. Wet colors will blend when placed beside or over one another. For crisp lines let color dry before applying color next to it.
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Step 4
For thick lines and lettering, use a wide chisel edged marker. For thin letters or lines use a superfine marker. Measure stripe widths with ruler and mark with a pencil. Tape outside of lines with low tack tape and add color.
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Step 5
Allow design to dry completely before ironing fabric to set colors. Iron fabric on low heat setting or follow manufacturers instructions. Fabric markers are washable after setting.
