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Stamping With Cleaners From "DIY Crafts" episode DIC-128

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Figure A Figure B Figure C This cotton napkin has a more subtle stamped look even though the technique used was the same. The dye in each fabric reacts differently. This denim jumper was stamped with dishwasher gel. The technique works beautifully on denim.

Guest Mary O'Neil, owner of Hot Potatoes Rubber Stamps, demonstrates a new technique for achieving a batik look by stamping out designs on clothing using household cleaners. Mary suggests using dishwashing detergent because of its paintlike consistency.

Materials:

Cascade® dishwasher gel or other household cleaners with bleach
Garments made of natural fabric: linen, silk, cotton, rayon
Foam brushes
Big, bold rubber stamps
Cardboard

1. Place the garment flat on a table with a piece of cardboard under one layer.

2. Use a foam brush to apply a generous amount of household cleaner to the stamp (figure A).

3. Stamp the garment. Watch as the bleaching begins to take effect (figure B ).

4. Wait 24 hours, then wash your garment (figure C).

Tips :

• You'll achieve the best results with clean, ironed garments.

• Use a dishwasher gel with a low concentration of bleach that won't cause the fabric to deteriorate. Never use full-strength chlorine bleach. Don't use powdered dishwasher soap.

• Large, bold stamps work best.

RESOURCES :
Mary O'Neil may be reached at this address
Hot Potatoes
Nashville, TN 37204
Phone: 615-269-8002
Fax: 615-269-8004
Email: mary@hotpotatoes.com
Website: www.hotpotatoes.com