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Jacquard Dye Additive Sodium Alginate SH 2 oz Bag

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Essential chemicals for the dyeing process! Jacquard offers several necessary chemicals that complement their Acid and Procion MX dyes. Sodium Alginate SH is used to thicken dyes for painting, stamping, or screen printing. Citric Acid is a mild, odorless, powdered acid that helps fix acid dyes to… Essential chemicals for the dyeing process! Jacquard offers several necessary chemicals that complement their Acid and Procion MX dyes. Sodium Alginate SH is used to thicken dyes for painting, stamping, or screen printing. Citric Acid is a mild, odorless, powdered acid that helps fix acid dyes to protein-based fibers. Soda Ash promotes the chemical reaction between Procion MX fiber reactive dyes and cellulose fiber. The humectant Urea attracts moisture from the air and slows the tie-dye process, providing more time for the dye to process and generate deeper shades. You can use Synthrapol® an industrial-strength, pH-neutral liquid detergent as a wetting agent, or wash your decorated fabrics with it. It is essential to practice studio safety when using dyes and chemicals. Please keep dyes, paints, and chemicals away from children and avoid unnecessary skin contact. Key Features: * Powdered chemicals * Complement Acid and Procion MX dyes * Sodium Alginate SH will thicken dyes * Citric Acid is used to fix acid dye * Soda Ash is used to fix Procion MX dye * Urea enhances Procion MX colors * pH-neutral detergent and wetting agent Perfect For: * Fabric dyeing * Painting, stamping, or screen printing * Tie-dye, shibori, and ice dyeing * Low water immersion dyeing * Batik, printing, and direct painting * Direct painting or printing applications * Surface design Sodium Alginate SH: Sodium Alginate SH is a seaweed derivative used to thicken dyes for painting, stamping, or screen printing. When working with thicker fabrics, use a thinner consistency of dye solution to guarantee dye penetration. Instructions: Mix 1 quart water with ¼ cup Urea. Then, add two teaspoons Sodium Alginate SH for hand painting or four teaspoons Sodium Alginate SH for screen printing. Slowly sprinkle Sodium Alginate SH over water/Urea mix. Stir constantly for 10 minutes, or mix in a blender until smooth. Let stand for 1 hour, then stir again. The solution may be stored in a refrigerator for a few months. Soda Ash: Soda Ash dye fixer is a mild alkali that promotes the chemical reaction between Procion MX fiber reactive dyes and cellulose fiber. It is also known as sodium carbonate, washing soda, or salt soda. Soda Ash is necessary to activate and set Procion MX dye. For tie-dye (pre-soak method): Use one cup per gallon of warm water. Soak fabric in the mixture for 20 minutes. Squeeze/wring out the excess solution by hand. Do not rinse out. For immersion dyeing: Use 1/4 to 1/3 cup per three gallons of water. Add to dye bath per instructions. Dyeing cellulose fibers in a washing machine: Use 2-3 cups per load. Dissolve in one-quart hot water. Slowly add to dye bath in washer per instructions. Synthrapol®: Synthrapol® is an industrial-strength, pH-neutral liquid detergent used as a pre and after wash for dyed or painted fabrics. Synthrapol® can also be used as a wetting agent for fabric dyes and paints. The unique liquid detergent keeps loose dye pigment suspended during washing which prevents back staining and helps remove excess color. Pre wash: Prewashing fabric with Synthrapol® to remove oils, waxes, starches, and sizings helps ensure an even dye job and reduces the risk of blotchy color. Directions: Add three tablespoons Synthrapol® per 8 lb washing load. For cotton and other cellulose fibers, add two tablespoons soda ash. Wash for at least 10 minutes using hot water, and then rinse thoroughly. After wash: After dyeing or painting, rinse the fabric in cold water and then wash for at least 10 minutes using three tablespoons Synthrapol® per 8 lb wash load. Use hot water for cotton, cool to warm water for silk and wool, and then rinse thoroughly in cold water. Wetting Agent: Adding Synthrapol® to a dye bath or fabric paint can increase color penetration. When dyeing wool and other hard-to-wet fibers, add 2 to 3 drops of Synthrapol® per 5 lb fabric. To increase fabric paint coverage on hard-to-wet textiles, add 1 to 2 drops Synthrapol® per 2 fl oz of fabric paint. Citric Acid: Citric Acid is a mild, odorless, powdered acid that helps fix acid dyes and exhaust dye baths. Add one tablespoon of Citric Acid to the dye bath per 1 lb of fabric. Do not pour directly onto cloth. If further exhaustion of dye bath is necessary, add a little bit more. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of eye contact, flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Keep out of reach of children. Urea: Urea is a humectant that attracts moisture from the air and slows the drying process; therefore, it allows more time for the dye to react with the fiber and helps develop deeper shades. Most artists use Urea when applying dye solutions directly to fabric or hand painting. Urea can be used with Sodium Alginate thickener for screen printing, direct painting, or tie-dye. Add one tablespoon Urea per 8 fl oz of dye solution (¼ cup per one quart of dye solution). See More

Speedball Screen Printing Glitter Additive Silver 2oz

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Iridescent Guaranteed To Make Silk Screens Shine! Do you want to add a touch of shimmer to your screen prints? Speedball's Glitter Additive is guaranteed to add a punch of glam to your next print! You can use the glitter in nearly any mixing ratio with your favorite Fabric or Acrylic Screen Printing Ink. The ink can shimmer modestly or dazzle depending on how much glitter you add! Stir the ink until the glitter is completely incorporated, and print as normal. In a bowl, add one spoonful of glitter additive to 2 spoonfuls of Speedball Fabric Ink. You can experiment with these proportions depending on the effect that you want. Adding more glitter does make the ink thicker. Stir until the glitter is fully combined. Speedball's Glitter Additive can be used with the #85 and #110 screen mesh. Key Features: * Silver-colored glitter for screen-printing * Stir in until the glitter is incorporated * 2 ounces * Carries the AP seal Perfect For: * Creating shimmery works of art * Screen printing * Use on fabric or paper * DIYers and crafters See More

Speedball Acrylic Screen Printing Ink 32 oz Jar - Orange

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Orange Excellent inks for printing posters, cards, and other paper items Speedball's Permanent Acrylic Screen Printing Inks provide a reliable and high-quality option for various screen printing projects. They are water-based inks that are permanent once dry making them ideal for use on a variety of surfaces including fabric, paper, and cardboard. The water-based formula allows for easy cleanup with soap and water when the ink is wet. Dries quickly, which is convenient when working on multiple projects or layers. Available in a wide range of bold and vibrant colors, these inks are highly pigmented, ensuring strong and vivid prints. Available in 19 brilliant opaque colors and process permanent acrylic colors. These inks are for use on paper, wood and cardboard. Easy clean-up with water. Colors available in 8oz and 32oz jars. 1 Gallon available in Black and White. Starter of 4 (4oz jars)- Includes 4oz Jars of: Black, Magenta, Process Cyan, and Process Yellow. * Water-based inks* Non-toxic, non-clogging* Permanent once dry* Ideal for use on a variety of surfaces* Dries quickly* Bold and vibrant colors* Highly pigmented* Excellent for printing posters, cards, and other paper items* Perfect for custom t-shirts, tote bags, and other apparel* Easy cleanup with soap and water when the ink is wet Applications Fabric Printing: Ideal for creating custom t-shirts, tote bags, and other apparel. Paper Products: Excellent for printing posters, cards, and other paper items. See More

Golden Acrylic Additives Retarder 32 oz

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Add Texture, Enhance Color, Increase Transparency! Retarder is an additive used to increase the open (drying) time of acrylic paints. Useful for wet on wet techniques and reducing skinning on the palette. * Retarder - 32 oz Jar * Increase open time * Reduce the surface tension of acrylic emulsion *… Add Texture, Enhance Color, Increase Transparency! Retarder is an additive used to increase the open (drying) time of acrylic paints. Useful for wet on wet techniques and reducing skinning on the palette. * Retarder - 32 oz Jar * Increase open time * Reduce the surface tension of acrylic emulsion * No acrylic binders, Use them in correct proportions See More

Liquitex Acrylic Gel Medium - Super Heavy Gloss, 32 oz

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Add texture, enhance color, increase transparency! Liquitex Acrylic Mediums are made from 100% acrylic polymer emulsion and produce strong films when dry. When added to acrylic paint, they modify the paint handling characteristics, appearance, or volume to produce an infinite variety of effects.… Add texture, enhance color, increase transparency! Liquitex Acrylic Mediums are made from 100% acrylic polymer emulsion and produce strong films when dry. When added to acrylic paint, they modify the paint handling characteristics, appearance, or volume to produce an infinite variety of effects. Liquitex Gel Mediums can add texture, enhance color, and increase transparency within your work. Gels also add "open time" as they tend to dry slower than thinner paint films. These mediums also modify acrylic paints in a variety of ways and, since they contain acrylic resins, tend to improve adhesion and durability. Modeling Pastes are thick acrylic gel blended with marble dust for a strong durable, opaque texture. Key Features: * 100% acrylic polymer emulsion * Add texture, enhance color * Increase transparency * Variety of effects * Perfect For: * Modifying paint handling characteristics * Extending heavy body paint * Impasto, relief, or sculptural effects. * Adhesion and durability   Flexible Modeling Paste - Matte, opaque preparation of marble dust and polymer emulsion. Use on a flexible surface for heavy textures and 3D forms. Gloss Gel - This heavy body gloss medium and extender makes acrylic colors more transparent. Heavy Gel(Gloss)- Gives acrylic colors a high degree of drag and density. Great for impasto techniques and glazes. Light Modeling Paste - Putty-like compound that can be shaped while wet or carved when dry. Will not crack or chip. Non-toxic. Matte Gel - Reduces gloss of acrylic colors. Also used as a matte collage adhesive. Super Heavy Gel (Gloss) - Add to acrylic colors to form a sculptural, high-peak consistency. Dries clear with very low shrinkage. Great for collage and mixed media. Super Heavy Gel (Matte)- A super thick gel that retains high peaks and crisp brush and knife strokes with little shrinkage. Modeling Paste - Putty-like compound that can be shaped while wet and carved when dry. Slow-Dri Blending Gel - This fluid medium will increase the open working time of your acrylics by up to 40%. Dries clear to a flexible, non-yellowing and water-resistant film that will not change the viscosity of your color. Ultra Matte Gel - Use to extend paint up to double amounts without changing color. Dries to a matte finish while maintaining color opacity. AP non-toxic. Liquitex Satin Gel Medium- is made of a 100% acrylic polymer emulsion and creates a durable, flexible film resistant to abrasion once dry. When added to acrylic paint, the satin gel increases texture and extends volume with a satin finish. You can also use the gel medium as a strong adhesive. Silkscreen Medium- You can transform acrylic paint into slow-drying silkscreen ink with Liquitex Silkscreen Medium. The medium changes the thickness of water-based acrylic paints by increasing fluidity so you can use them for silkscreening and mono-printing. This acrylic medium increases paint volume and drying time but doesn't affect paint color or opacity. Extended drying time lets you position ink to create the exact printed fabric designs you want. See More

Speedball Fabric Screen Printing Ink 32 oz Jar - Violet

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Violet Water-based Fabric Inks For Screen Printing or Brush Use Speedball Fabric Screen Printing Ink is a water-based ink for all ages and skill levels. Ideal for use on cotton, polyester, blends, linen, rayon and other synthetic fibers. Also works great on paper, and cardboard. (Do not use on nylon fabric). All colors are permanent on fabric when properly heat-set. Non-flammable, no solvents, and no offensive smell! AP Non-Toxic conforms to ASTM D-4236 standards. These inks can be used for screen printing or use a paintbrush. All colors clean up easily with water and dry to a sating texture. Speedball Fabric Screen Printing Ink offers artists more vibrant colors, greater coverage, smoother workability, softer hand and easier cleanup than any other screen printing ink on the market. Washfast on textiles if properly heat set. Contains no offensive smell or solvents. Key Features:* Non-toxic* Water-based inks* Screen printing or brush apply* Cleans up easily with water* Permanent on fabric when heat-set Perfect For:* Painting on fabric* Screen printing* Screen printers of all ages and skill levels     Deluxe Sets Available with Exclusive Extras! Click on the item number to view the contents of each set. See More

Golden Acrylic Additives Retarder 32 oz

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…Additives That Enhance The Performance of Acrylics Two of the most popular additives from GOLDEN are Retarding Additive and Wetting Aid Additive, each designed to address specific challenges faced by acrylic artists. Similar to mediums, they can be added to the paint . The Wetting Aid is an additive… High-Quality Additives That Enhance The Performance of Acrylics Two of the most popular additives from GOLDEN are Retarding Additive and Wetting Aid Additive, each designed to address specific challenges faced by acrylic artists. Similar to mediums, they can be added to the paint . The Wetting Aid is an additive used to reduce the surface tension of the water in an acrylic emulsion, thereby increasing the slickness and flow of the paint. The Retarding Aid is an additive used to increase the open (drying) time of acrylic paints. Allows for extended blending, layering, and glazing, similar to the working time of oil paints. Pair Retarder with Wetting Aid for advanced techniques like wet-on-wet glazes on non-traditional surfaces Wetting Aid Additive: Formerly known as Acrylic Flow Release - an additive used to reduce the surface tension of the water in the acrylic emulsion, thereby increasing the slickness and flow of the paint. It is useful for achieving rich stains on a porous surface. Improves paint absorption into textured or porous surfaces, such as raw canvas or wood and minimizes beading of paint on slick surfaces. Retarding Additive: an additive used to increase the open (drying) time of acrylic paints. Useful for wet on wet techniques and reducing skinning on the palette. Provides more flexibility, especially for techniques requiring smooth transitions, such as gradients or soft edges. Helps prevent paints from drying too quickly on the palette or canvas, reducing waste. Key Features: * Wetting Aid Additive: Reduces the surface tension of water, allowing acrylic paints to flow more smoothly. * Retarding Additive (Retarder): Slows down the drying time of acrylic paints, increases open time. * No acrylic binders * Use them in correct proportions * Click the yellow circle icon for product information Perfect For: * Acrylic painting * Minimizing paint waste * Classroom, home, and studio * Teachers and students * All acrylic-friendly surfaces   The retarder does not contain binding agents. To ensure adhesion, the addition of Retarder should not exceed 15% (1:6)when mixed with colors or mediums. See More

Brush and Pencil Colored Pencil Titanium White 14 G Jar + Sifter

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White Blend color, add back tooth, or whiten areas of your drawing! You can blend color, add back tooth, or whiten areas with Brush and Pencil Colored Pencil additives. Powder Blender is a non-toxic archival blending lubricant for colored pencils. The blending powder unlocks oil-based colored pencils so that you can make corrections and even erase areas. With Touch-Up Texture, you can recover lost surface tooth in your drawing. All you need to do is apply a small amount of Touch-Up Texture, allow it to dry, and add new layers of colored pencil. Or use it to create bright white highlights by mixing it with their Titanium White Powder. You can also apply Titanium White Powder with an applicator sponge in areas where you need to add white. No matter what you need to fix in your drawing, Brush and Pencil have the additive for the job. Key Features: * Colored pencil additives * Each additive has its own characteristics * Archival colored pencil tools * Sifter's included with powders * Glass bottle comes with a brush applicator Perfect For: * Oil-based colored pencils * Blending color * Adding back tooth * Whitening areas and highlights * Works best on rigid toothy surfaces * Apply with sponges or short bristle brushes Powder Blender Jar + Sifter: Powder Blender is a non-toxic and archival dry blending lubricant for colored pencils. The non-toxic powder works best on rigid, toothy surfaces like gessoed panels and sanded paper. You can dispense the powder with the included sifter and blend it with a sponge or short bristle brush. Powder Blender unlocks oil-based colored pencils and makes everything adjustable, correctable, and erasable. The powder performs best with oil-based pencils, but you can use it to pretreat a wax-based drawing before adding more layers. Once everything is blended, you can secure the layer with Fixative. Titanium White Jar + Sifter: Brush and Pencil took the Titanium White found in colored pencils and created a ground-breaking powder with it. The white powder is completely opaque and has excellent covering power. In areas where you need white, you can apply Titanium White powder with an applicator sponge. If you use too much, you can lift it back with mounting putty. Mix a pinch of Titanium White with a few drops of Brush and Pencil's Touch-Up Texture to add highlights. You can apply the creamy mixture with a detail brush. Once dry, you can draw over the highlights. Touch-Up Texture Bottle: Recover lost tooth in your drawings with a bottle of Touch-Up Texture. All you need to do is apply a small amount of Touch-Up Texture, let it dry, and add new layers of colored pencil. Or mix it with Colored Pencil Titanium White to create bright white highlights. Colored Pencil Touch-Up Texture is non-toxic, archival, and pH-neutral. The glass bottle comes with a brush applicator. See More

Speedball Screen Printing Glitter Additive Silver 2oz

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Screen Printing Glitter Additive Silver 2oz, Speedball Do you want to add a touch of shimmer to your screen prints? Speedball's Glitter Additive is guaranteed to add a punch of glam to your next print! You can use the glitter in nearly any mixing ratio with your favorite Fabric or Acrylic Screen… Screen Printing Glitter Additive Silver 2oz, Speedball Do you want to add a touch of shimmer to your screen prints? Speedball's Glitter Additive is guaranteed to add a punch of glam to your next print! You can use the glitter in nearly any mixing ratio with your favorite Fabric or Acrylic Screen Printing Ink. The ink can shimmer modestly or dazzle depending on how much glitter you add! Stir the ink until the glitter is completely incorporated, and print as normal. In a bowl, add one spoonful of glitter additive to 2 spoonfuls of Speedball Fabric Ink. You can experiment with these proportions depending on the effect that you want. Adding more glitter does make the ink thicker. Stir until the glitter is fully combined. Speedball's Glitter Additive can be used with the #85 and #110 screen mesh. * Silver-colored glitter for screen-printing * Stir in until the glitter is incorporated * 2 ounces * Carries the AP seal See More

Jacquard Dye Additive Sodium Alginate SH 2 oz Bag

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Essential chemicals for the dyeing process! Sodium Alginate SH is a seaweed derivative used to thicken dyes for painting, stamping, or screen printing. When working with thicker fabrics, use a thinner consistency of dye solution to guarantee dye penetration. Instructions: Mix 1 quart water with ¼… Essential chemicals for the dyeing process! Sodium Alginate SH is a seaweed derivative used to thicken dyes for painting, stamping, or screen printing. When working with thicker fabrics, use a thinner consistency of dye solution to guarantee dye penetration. Instructions: Mix 1 quart water with ¼ cup Urea. Then, add two teaspoons Sodium Alginate SH for hand painting or four teaspoons Sodium Alginate SH for screen printing. Slowly sprinkle Sodium Alginate SH over water/Urea mix. Stir constantly for 10 minutes, or mix in a blender until smooth. Let stand for 1 hour, then stir again. The solution may be stored in a refrigerator for a few months. * Sodium Alginate SH will thicken dyes * Thicken dyes for painting, stamping, or screen printing See More