I saw a program today on Diy, how to make your own printed fabric, buy didn't hear what one pours over the matterial, was it soap? What kind? And what iron setting does one have to iron on the freezer paper? Tried to get the info. on the Web Site, but to no avail.
I saw a program today on Diy, how to make your own printed fabric, buy didn't hear what one pours over the matterial, was it soap? What kind? And what iron setting does one have to iron on the freezer paper? Tried to get the info. on the Web Site, but to no avail.
They probably used something called Bubble Jet Set on the fabric.
I use a medium setting to adhere fabric to freezer paper and I keep the iron moving. Remember to use a light touch, pressing down hard isn't needed. Debra in VA See my quilts at
Around here, Oriental craftwork shops sometimes have the wooden blocks used for Indian fabric printing - intricately carved things that do curlicues and plant motifs. The folks who sell them could probably direct you to books or workshops on the traditional Indian techniques.
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Thank you Debra, Thank you for answering, I am new to the thought of making my own fabric. Being an artist with camera in hand, this medium does interests me. I looked at your quilts on your site and they are delightful! Love the fish. JoAnn
This probably isn't what you are talking about, but if I am short just a little fabric for a project, I scan it into my computer, and print it off on a fabric sheet. Most of the time, you can't pick out which is real fabric, and which is a fabric sheet. I have also gone to the HP quilting site, and printed some of their designs onto fabric sheets.
Sherry Starr
Wow! What an idea! . In message , Sherry Starr writes
If you just want to give it a try to see if you enjoy the transfer process, you can buy pre-treated, pre-paper backed fabric. They are expensive, but less messy than making your own. All you have to do is run it through your printer. Several brand names make it and it should be fairly easy to find with an internet search. If I remember correctly one brand is Timeless Treasures. Avoid the June Taylor fabric sheets because they are stiff as a board. Debra in VA See my quilts at
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