Cloth Paper Scissors - January/February 2009 - (Page 64) napkins • Most napkins have three layers. The top layer carries the design and there are two white layers below. notes • The layers are crimped together rather than glued; consequently, you may see a brail-like design around the border of the napkin. This will not show and will smooth out when wet with medium. However, it might make the layers harder to separate. • Only the top layer is used for collage. Each layer is so thin that it becomes translucent when saturated with medium. It also becomes very fragile as it nearly melts onto the surface. Invariably, I try to smooth just a tiny bit more with my finger and keep learning the “when-to-quit” lesson over and over again. “Chasing Butterflies” • Colorful Poppies napkin by Craftmaster, manufactured for Hoffmaster. layering and painting • The napkin is permanent and no longer fragile when dry. “Talking with Baby Birds” • Small floral napkin by IHR. creating depth C P S
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