Batik Technique

[Deb Lovett]

You are so funny! Looking forward to playing with you in a swap.

[Renee]

I've looked at joann's online for a small iron to use for this sort of thing. (Sorry if this is going off topic.) What kind or brand do you use or recommend? Should I start a new thread in another place? I'm thinking it would be a great technique, especially with springy colored alcohol inks for Easter cards.

[fab]

I just use my regular iron and protect it with a sheet of white paper. No steam!

[Deb Lovett]

I have an iron I bought at Good Will that is devoted to crafts, and I also have a mini iron (found in the needlework department) for melted crayon techniques.

[alsmouse]

If you use an old iron with steam holes in the footplate for working with wax, the wax can collect in the holes & cause the iron to malfunction or cause a fire. To prevent that happening, lay 2 sheets of foil down on a smooth flat surface, place the cold iron face down & wrap the foil around the footplate & partway up the sides. This will keep you & your iron safe. Just make sure that there are no wrinkles on the foil so it doesn't transfer to your artwork. HTH
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[trish c]

thanks Deb, I love the look of this technique and can't wait to try it.

[Renee]

I can't wait to try it, either. Incentive to get the back room cleaned up some so I can get at my stamping stuff, to get at my alcohol inks, and then see if I want to get some more! (Chances are I will!)

[DawniStamps]

That is absolutely beautiful! I'll have to try doing this this weekend.

[Deb Lovett]

Have fun, and I hope you will show us your art, DawniStamps.

Originally Posted by DawniStamps

That is absolutely beautiful! I'll have to try doing this this weekend.