Cloth Paper Scissors - January/February 2009 - (Page 19) note: You can be very exact in the CAUTION: Be sure to work in a well-ventilated area. fusing the plastic bags 1. fusing process for a smoother surface, but I actually like small imperfections, such as small holes and bubbles in the surface caused from overheating. I also like the frayed edges. 8. 2. 9. 3. FOR ‘FABRIC’ FOR 1 CLUTCH materials 4. • Silkscreen ink adheres very well tips for your plastic to the surface of the plastic and typically will not peel off the slick surface. don’t be afraid to be messy; often a thick swipe of paint or dripped paint creates wonderful texture. • 4–6 plastic grocery bags • Acrylic paint in a variety of colors • Paintbrushes • Iron and ironing board • 3–4 pieces of plain white paper • Sewing machine • Black thread • Scissors • Scraps of recycled papers: newspaper, magazine, maps, junk mail, etc. 5. • Have fun with the surface and • Try splattering paint, stamping into the surface with your favorite stamp, or journaling all over the surface with a permanent pen to create more texture. • As each layer dries, add another layer and another until you are satisfied with the color and the texture of the surface. • Minwax® water-based polyurethane optional 6. • 1–2 colors of silkscreen ink • Buttons for embellishment The clutch in the foreground was made from a painted cereal box. The one in the background was made from paper bags painted with acrylic paint; the beads were made from junk mail. 7. stitching the plastic 1. C P S
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