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Do I have to use freezer paper?

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It's best to use it so you have a guide when applying the puffy paint, but it's not totally necessary if you feel like you can do it without.

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Can I dry a puffy painted shirt in the dryer?

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I believe you can, I have a shirt that I used puffy paint on and I've put it in the dryer and nothing is wrong with it. I've had the shirt for about 6 months.

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Do I have to wait 72 hours for the paint to set if I use a paintbrush to paint it thinly onto the shirt?

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No, it should be dry in about 24 hours if it's a thin coat.

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Why wait 72 hours to wash, if it takes just 4 hours to dry?

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Although the design might be dry to the touch in 4 hours, the paint might not be solidified enough to last through a washing cycle. Washing machines could damage, smear, or get rid of the design, even if it seems dry.

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How long do I have to wait before my puffy painted shirt is ready to wear?

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You should wait until it is dry. It depends on which brand of paint you use, but typically this takes 3-6 hours. Just dab it lightly with your fingertip to make sure it is completely dry.

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