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Will it be okay to wash the clothing after adding the stencil?

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This depends on the kind of paint you are using. If you are using proper textile or fabric paint, then it would be okay to wash the cloth but if it is poster or water colors, they are likely to run when water is added, so you cannot wash the fabric.

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Can I stencil a plain tee shirt cotton fabric?

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Totally. Only, if you use a plain white shirt, be sure to put a cover in the middle of the two sides, else the paint drips to the back.

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Is there a way to thicken liquid fabric paint so that it doesn't bleed under the stencil?

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Add more color in the paint and add 10 to 11 pinches of mystery powder, a powder which is easily available in scientific or stationery stores.

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How do I correct stencil bleeding on a chair?

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Wash it out immediately, and dry it with a blow dryer. If the color is not too dark at that point, you can usually wash the whole stencil out and start again.

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Should a sealer be applied on fabric after stencil is dry?

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Generally, you want to apply the sealer after you've removed the stencil and the rest of the paint is dry. Otherwise, the paint may smear as a result of the sealer. You can use a finishing spray or lock in the color by ironing, depending on the type of paint that you use.

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I want the brightest color possible. Will it depend more on the type of paint or the fabric?

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Both the paint and fabric will play a part in how bright your final product will look. Darker fabric colors tend to absorb colors and make them look more dull, so you'll probably want to steer clear of any deep browns or grays. A lighter fabric, in contrast, will reflect the paint color back out. You'll also want to keep the paint thick, so that it can fully saturate the fabric and create a rich color.

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