Fabrics/Photos

Guest Judith Baker Montano demonstrates what she refers to as the Australian Photo Transfer method. Using turpentine and a spoon, she transfers a picture from a paper copy to a piece of fabric.

Materials:

parachute silk or other 100 percent fiber fabric
photograph to transfer
blotter
natural gum turpentine
cotton ball
spoon

Steps:

Since the outcome will be a reverse image of the photograph, so if your picture has text on it, use a sheer (see-though) fabric such as organza so the letters will be legible and readable if you turn the fabric over.

1. On a photocopy machine, make a black and white copy of your photograph. The copy must be black and white, and laser printer copies will not work.
2. Place your fabric over a blotter.
3. Place the copy face down on the fabric.
4. Rub natural gum turpentine on the paper with a cotton ball until the paper becomes opaque.
5. Applying ample pressure, rub the damp paper with a spoon to help the ink from the copy to transfer to the fabric.
6. Slightly lift the copy to check the progress of the transfer.
7. Continue rubbing until the entire image is transferred to the fabric and you are satisfied with the results.

Also in this Episode

Carol Duvall Show : Episode CDS-112
•	Tasteful Trunks
•	Fabrics/Photos
•	Cool Craft Stuff
•	Silk Ribbon Embroidery