Now anyone can create brilliant and decorative painted silk pieces! Inside is all the information you'll need, including a list of tools and materials required for each project--all of which are readily available at your local art and craft supply store. The author present a wealth of general information on types of silk, working with dye and paints, and mixing colors. She then takes you through a simple step-by-step process that makes each silk-painting session easier and more enjoyable than the one before!
o Learn the basics of painting on silk, from colorful scarves and shawls to decorative pillows and wall hangings
o Master a variety of painting techniques, including using gutta resists, making dye washes, and creating special effects with salt and alcohol
o Discover tips for working with silk, as well as how to stretch and mount a variety of types of silk onto frames and stretcher bars
o Find out how to steam-set your finished silk pieces to make the colors bright, permanent, and fade-resistant
