Whoever invented freezer paper needs a medal. And whoever discovered that freezer paper sticks to fabric when ironed and then peels off easily with no residue needs a REALLY BIG medal.
I wanted to carry on with my coloured pencil Tui experiment and had decided to paint the background. But how to get there?
Well, here's an 'almost finished product' picture. Next I need to work on the branch that the Tui is perching on.
First off, I placed my freezer paper shiny side down over my Tui and carefully traced the outline.
It's taped up on my window. I have got an insert for my SewEzi table to turn it into a light box but for a quick job it's just easier to use the window.
Then I cut carefully around this outline. Use small, sharp, point-tipped scissors and take your time. Once I was done cutting, I ironed it over my Tui until it was very firmly adhered.
And then you can paint over the top. Easy!
Just a couple of tips. Don't dilute your paint too much or it will run under the paper. Paint in strokes away from the freezer paper - if you paint towards it you risk lifting the edge. It's better to wait till the paint is dry before peeling the paper off, but if you are impatient you can, just be careful! And you can stamp, mono print, do whatever you like really.
Good to know. I have a boxful of the stuff around here somewhere...
ReplyDeleteLove your tui by the way...you are pretty talented Ms Lottie!
Wow ,it is so interesting so see what you are up to. I love what you are doing with that gorgeous Tui - I cant believe that you have coloured it all yourself - amazing!! The feather post is interesting with all the different versions out there! (I love the pp by Shape Moth and the feather project is really cool too). Keep up the great work!
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