Marabu-Colours for silk paintingSilk Elegance – easy and modern

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The new silk painting.

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Stencil Peacock FeatherSilk Color Velvet Touch

Stencil Lady Charlston Contours & Effects Glitter

Contours & Effects Glitter

Marabu Silk Elegance stands for the new silk painting. New productsand techniques make completelynew, modern creative ideas possible.

Stylish scarves and interior homedecorations are given a verypersonal look through striking velvet effects and dramatic featurescreated with stamps or stencils.

Marabu -Silk .........................Marabu-Silk painting media ......Marabu-Silk Color ...................Marabu-Contours & Effects .......Marabu-Velvet Touch ...............Marabu-Silk Easy Fix ...............Painting techniques ..................Accessories .............................Colour Ranges ........................

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Velvet Touch

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Marabu-Silk is fixed byironing or in the oven.Your design can evenbe fixed in one singleprocess when you alsouse Marabu-Contours & Effects or Marabu-Velvet Touch besidesMarabu-Silk.

Fixing:

1. Set the iron to cottontemperature and iron for2–3 min. from reverseside (30 x 30 cm per area), through athin cotton cloth, by constantly moving theiron.

2. The silk is fixed for approx. 8 min. at150°C in a pre-heatedoven. We recommendlaying the silk ontobaking paper to avoidunwelcome scorches.This fixing method isnot suitable for largesilks.

Here’s howit’s done:

Marabu-Silk

Brilliant and versatile.Silk paint fixed by ironing.

Intense colours, brilliant, very good flowproperties – this water based iron fixedsilk paint is suitable for school, hobby,leisure use and art and craft. Marabu-Silk is ideal for painting on all types ofsilk and thin cotton fabrics.

The vibrant colours of Marabu-Silk aredivided into colour-shade groups, whichmake it easy to achieve elegantcombinations in toning colours forattractive creations. Completely newcreative possibilities for silk paintingare offered with the matchingshades of Marabu-Velvet Touch andMarabu-Contours & Effects.

Marabu-Silk is available in 39 fashionable colours (see page 17). Available in 50 ml and 250 ml sizes.

Striking decoration anddelicate colours. For a

glamorous look, sparklingoutlines, intricate motifs

and fewer colours.

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Marabu-WhiteblenderFor making pastelshades. Water basedMarabu-White blendercan be mixed withMarabu-Silk (max.1:1). Marabu-WhiteBlender either lightens

the shades or createssoft pastel shadeswithout affecting thefeel of the silk. Fix thesilk as usual. Availablein 50 ml.

Marabu-PaintingmediumTo preserve the colourbrightness and wash-resistance of Marabu-Silk at extreme dilutionlevels. For a dilution of more than 20 timeswith water, 25%

Marabu-Paintingmedium (water based)should be added.Available in 50 ml.

Marabu-White linerFor painting white motifson coloured silk. Waterbased Marabu-Whiteliner allows painting or over-painting oncoloured or dyed silk.White liner has no flowproperties. The opacity depends on the thick-

ness of the White liner application; if necessary,apply several layers(the feel of the silk canbe affected if appliedvery thickly). Fix likeMarabu-Silk. Availablein 50 ml.

Marabu-ThickenerThe ideal thickeningmedium for painting,printing, stencilling andspatula application with Marabu-Silk.Water based Marabu-Thickener reduces theflow properties of thepaint and allows finedecorations, texturedpainting andexperimental work.

Mixing ratio Thickener and silk paint 1:1. Afterfixing, surplus Marabu-Thickener is simplywashed out in lukewarmwater. A small amountof Thickener will remainin the fabric, whichslightly affects the feelof the silk. Available in50 ml.

Marabu-Watercolour baseThe perfect medium toprevent Marabu-Silkfrom flowing in certainapplications. Even themost detailed paintingwithout outliner ispossible with waterbased Marabu-Watercolour base.Apply with a broadbrush all over, as thinlyas possible, and paint

with Marabu-Silk whendry and fix as usual. As Marabu-Watercolourbase is permanentlyfixed by ironing, thefeel of the silk isaffected. Available in50 ml.

Silk painting media

Marabu-Effect saltAmazing andexpressive patterneffects are achievedwith Marabu-Effect salt.The salt grains aresimply sprinkled ontothe still wet silk. The saltgrains can be appliedin diverse shapes onthe silk to obtain thedesired patterns.

The more you diluteMarabu-Silk with water,the more intense thesalt effect will be.Available in 50 g.

Marabu-fun & fancy tex

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Here’s howit’s done:

Marabu-Silk Color

Vivid and light fast.The hand dyeing colour for silk fabrics.

Silk fabrics can be dyed very easily andindividually with Marabu-Silk Color. Theversatile selection of colours offers bothup to the minute fashionable shades andclassic basic shades. Silk dyed withMarabu-Silk Color is a delight because of its exceptional colour brilliance,permanent light fastness and incrediblysoft feel. In combination with Marabu-Contours & Effects and Marabu-Velvet Touch,which are applied after dyeing, brandnew dimensions in silk fabric design canbe created.Marabu-Silk Color is available in 20 fashionable and co-ordinating colours (see page 18).

Dyeing and adding accents.

Give your dyed silk fabrics a professionalappearance with Marabu-Contours & Effects and Marabu-Velvet Touch. Thecombination of these Marabu productsadds a brand new look to your silkcreations. With the help of Marabu-Stencils and Marabu-Design Stamps,creating something individual is veryeasy.

A pack of Marabu-SilkColor (12.5 gms) issufficient for 75 gms of silk.

1. Pour 4 litres ofboiling water into alarge, rustproofcontainer.

2. Stir the pack contentsinto the water, dissolveand add the following: • 40 ml (4 tablespoons)of vinegar essence or200 ml of white vinegar(5%)• 4 tablespoons of saltStir everything well anddissolve.

3. Moisten the silk withlukewarm water first,squeeze out gently andput in the solution.

4. Dye for 20 minutesmoving the silk constantlyin the solution.

Then rinse the silk inlukewarm water until thewater becomes clear.Always wash dyed silkby hand and separatelyusing gentle detergents.

Stretching the dyed silk:

Stretch the dyed andironed silk fabric onto a smooth surface(covered with film ifrequired) with maskingtape: first stick oneedge with maskingtape. Then stretch theopposite side of the silk

A silk scarf with personality, hand dyed and full of colour.After dyeing, ornate features are produced with glitter and metallic shades of Marabu-Contours & Effects.

fix according to theinstructions.For this see productlabels or instructionsin this leaflet.

tightly and fix withmasking tape.

Adding accents todyed silk:

Put stencils and stampmotifs on your silkfabric according to the instructions on page 12. As soon asthe applied paint is dry,

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Shapes on silk.Painting with outlines

Beautiful outlines and great effects areachieved with Marabu-Contours & Effects.

As well as outlines, even smaller shapescan be painted with this product (e.g. bystencilling) producing new highlights onthe silk. The flamboyant colours tone withthe colour-shade groups and increase theversatility of silk painting.

Marabu-Contours & Effects are availablein 16 fashionable and co-ordinatingcolours (see page 19).

Here’s howit’s done:

The water based,coloured outliners resistvery well on thin andmedium types of silk.On thicker qualities werecommend drawingthe coloured outlines as thickly as possible to ensure a reliableresist. After fixing, allcoloured outliners arewash and dry-clean-resistant.

The water based, clearMarabu-Contours & Effects resists verywell on thin andmedium types of silk.On heavier qualities(thicker than pongé 14,crêpe satin 12.5, crêpede chine 16), werecommend drawing a thicker outline orapplying outliner toboth sides of the silk,so as to prevent the silkpaint from bleedingthrough. After ironfixing, clear outliner issimply soaked in waterand washed out.

Marabu-Contours & Effects

A powerful combinationof style and colour.Marabu-Thickenerprevents paint frombleeding; perfect for astamped motif designon large areas.

Filigree outlines and decorations inparticular can be obtained withmetal Marabu-Paint Tips which canbe simply screwed straight onto theplastic tips of the outliners.

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Marabu-Velvet Touch

Raised soft features.Silk painting with velvety effect.

This paint has been specially developedfor silk fabrics to give a unique andincredibly soft velvety feel. Marabu-Velvet Touch is a water based, opaquevelvet effect paint and is suitable forlight and dark-coloured silk fabrics. Theimpression of a Dévoré look can beproduced without requiring a lot of time.

In combination with Marabu-Stencils and Marabu-Design Stamps, beautifulcreations can be achieved. The rangeof colours has almost universalapplication and co-ordinates perfectly with any Marabu-Silk and Marabu-Silk Color shade.Working with toning colours canbe just as attractive as workingwith strong contrasts. Stencilling,free painting and printing areeasy to do with Marabu-Velvet Touch.

Marabu-Velvet Touch isavailable in 7 fashionable co-ordinating colours (see page 19).

Velvet and silk.Marabu-Velvet Touchadds soft velvet-likeeffects to silk painting.

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Use in combinationwith Marabu-SilkColor:

First dye the silk fabricwith Marabu-Silk Colorfollowing the instructions.Then stretch the washedand ironed silk fabriconto a smooth surface(please see instructionsSilk Color page 6) andpaint with Marabu-Velvet Touch in thedesired technique(stencilling technique,stamping technique orfree painting). Afterwardsfix according to theinstructions.

Here’s howit’s done:

After drying (approx. 6 hours), the silk isfixed by ironing for 2–3 min. at cottontemperature, dependingon thickness of paint.Iron on a soft underlay(or fix for approx. 8 min.at 150°C in the oven).Large silks should befixed with an iron.

Use in combinationwith Marabu-Silk:

Paint Marabu-Silk onthe silk as desired orprime the whole areaof the silk fabric. Afterdrying, Marabu-VelvetTouch can be appliedin different ways (forsuggestions see“painting techniques”on pages 12/13).Afterwards allow to dry thoroughly and fix at the same time asMarabu-Silk followingthe instructions.

Silk cushions dyed with Marabu-Silk Color. With Marabu-VelvetTouch you can conjure upamazing birds of paradise insoft, toning colours.Tip:

Never use the iron onMarabu-Velvet Touchdirectly, but alwaysiron on a thin cottoncloth.

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Stretching silk with Marabu-Silk Easy Fix

1. Using a paint roller you can prime large areas or create blocks of several colours (Marabu-Silk in combination with Thickener) very easily and quickly.

2. The stencilling technique using Marabu-Silk and Thickener is very simple to do and produces an attractive result.

3. The standard outline technique is much easier using the new stretching technique, as the pattern goes under the film and you work on a firm support.

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Marabu-Silk Easy FixThe new silk painting:On a firm support.

Stretching silk onto a wooden frame isan annoying step in preparing to painton silk for many people. Marabu-SilkEasy Fix is a good alternative and offerstotally new possibilities for silk painting.Simply spray Marabu-Silk Easy Fix on a firm, washable support and stretch the silk. Using this stretching method,painting techniques, which had beenimpossible until now on silk can beachieved: stamping, stencilling, lettering, painting.

Using this technique, quick and simplepainting is possible anywhere, and you will experience a completely newfeeling for silk painting. Marabu-SilkEasy Fix is a residue-free adhesive spray,which can be removed from the paintingsupport with cold water or a wet cloth.Never spray on the silk fabric – alwayson the support or the stencil.

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Tips:

The film can alsobe sprayed outside and stretched onto thepainting support afterdrying.

Particularly largesilk fabrics can bepainted on the floor.Glue the film on, spray,draw on the silk andstart.

Iron the silkbefore stretching.

A sticky film candevelop on the reverseside of the silk, whichwill disappear afterfixing and washing.

Using this newtechnique working on a firm support, silkpainting is much easierfor children.

Pay us a visit on www.marabu-creative.com – wherethere are lots more tips!

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1. You need a firmsupport (table, acrylicor glass plate etc.); ifthis is not washable,you will also need awashable film to coverthe support first.Smooth the film overthe support very evenlyand stick with adhesivetape at one end. Thenstretch the oppositeside of the film tightlyand stick. Use the sameprocedure for the sidesuntil the film is smooth.

2. Spray Marabu-SilkEasy Fix on the supportor on the film and allowto dry for approx.5–10 min. Ensure thearea is completelysprayed.

3. Roll the silk fabriconto a cardboard tubeor similar to controlstretching better.

Here’s howit’s done:

4. Lay the rolled outsilk onto the areasprayed with Marabu-Silk Easy Fix. Thengradually press the silkonto the paintingsupport, brushing anysmall air bubbles awayto the edges. Very smallcreases or air bubbleswill not affect painting.

1. Stretch the silk ontoa frame which is bigenough using stretchingfasteners or pins. Pressthe fasteners or pinsinto the frame,alternating right andleft for the best results.

2. Now the silk can be painted – just asyou like. First paint theoutlines and allow themto dry well. Then paintin the motif withMarabu-Silk.

3. As soon as the paintis dry, remove the fabricand fix according tothe instructions.

Silk painting on a stretching frame

Until now silk was stretched onto awooden frame for silk painting. This isstill possible, of course.

Here’s howit’s done:

Classical stretching technique

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Stamping techniquewith Marabu-Velvet Touch, Marabu-Contours & Effects, Marabu-Silk in combination with Marabu-Thickener.Modern silk painting on a firm supportmakes it possible to use stamps on silk.

Tip:Prime the silk and stamp in the same colour afterdrying. The stamped motif appears a shade darkerand produces an interesting tonal effect.

Painting techniques

1. Apply some paintonto an even surface(e.g. paper plate) androll it out smoothlyusing a paint roller(e.g. from Marabu). Do not use too muchpaint otherwise the finespaces in the stamp willget blocked up withpaint.

2. Then press theMarabu-Design Stampinto the paint, motifside down. Check thatthe motif is completelycovered with paint.Carefully add more

Here’s howit’s done:

using the paint roller, ifnecessary.

3. You can now stamp.Press the stamp lightlyand evenly onto the silk(approx. 20–30 sec.)so that the paint reallyseeps into the silk. Ifnecessary, try the firststamp print on a testsurface and press intothe paint again.

Stencilling techniquewith Marabu-Velvet Touch, Marabu-Contours & Effects, Marabu-Silk in combination with Marabu-Thickener.Versatile stencils add new highlights.

Spray stencil withMarabu-Silk Easy Fix,allow to dry briefly,place it in the chosenposition and firmlypress onto the silk.When painting with astencilling brush orpaint roller, dab offsurplus paint onto scrap paper first. Thisprevents excess paintfrom getting under thestencil.

Here’s howit’s done:

The stencil can be re-used several timeswhen sprayed just once with Marabu-Silk EasyFix. After completion,rinse stencil under coldwater.

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Free paintingwith Marabu-Velvet Touch, Marabu-Contours & Effects, Marabu-Silk alsoin combination with Marabu-Thickener.Design your motifs “free hand”.

First of all choose abrush for your design.The stronger the brushhairs the more visiblethe brush strokes willremain after fixing.When you paint withMarabu-Velvet Touch,we recommend a verysoft brush so that thevelvety effect isparticularly successful.

Here’s howit’s done:

Monotype techniquewith Marabu-Velvet Touch, Marabu-Contours & Effects, Marabu-Silk in combination with Marabu-Thickener.This printing technique producesdistinctive effects.

Paint the motif in thechosen Marabu colouron a painting base.While doing so apattern can be putunder the transparentbase. Draw the desiredpattern into the paintusing a rubber brush or similar. Place thepainted side of thebase onto the silkfabric.

Here’s howit’s done:

Carefully lift the baseoff, and it’s finished!Particularly beautifuleffects can be obtainedwith Marabu-VelvetTouch.

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Outline techniquePainting outlines on silk is really easywith Marabu-Contours & Effects. The outlines are painted straight from the liner. Simply put a pattern under the transparent film painting support,then even difficult patterns can be easily copied.

Watercolour techniqueThe watercolour technique withMarabu-Silk is one of the originalpainting techniques – with superbeffects. Let the colours flow!

Painting techniques

For very fine outlines,Marabu-paint tips aresimply screwed straightonto the liners. Allowthe outlines to dry welland paint in withMarabu-Silk to preventthe silk paint frombleeding through. Thenfix all together followingthe instructions.

Here’s howit’s done: Tips:

The outlines mustbe solid otherwise thesilk paint will bleedthrough.

Do not apply toomuch paint to the silkwith the brush whenfilling in the outlines, asotherwise the shapeswill be flooded.

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Apply your favouritecombination of coloursone after another toproduce exciting blends.When painting wet onwet, the colours flowsoftly into one anotherand produce gentlewaves. For this purpose,damp the silk withwater before painting.Unusual lines developwhen dry whenpainting wet on dry,either directly onto drysilk or onto dried paint.

Both techniques resultin a wonderful range ofcolours as you paint.

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Accessories

Design StampsImpressive creative designs can beproduced with Marabu-Design Stamps.They are of a first-class, fine poredquality of foam and have a durableplastic handle which ensures an evenstamp print. The stamp also includes a separatesmall stamp extracted from the design,which is ideal for adding to printpatterns. The removable handle allowseasy cleaning of the re-usable stamp.

StencilsStencils add to the possibilities of silkpainting, difficult patterns can be easilyachieved. The motifs developed in theMarabu studio can be used as mirrorimages, placed anywhere and enabletotally unique creations.The durable, laser-cut polyester and theextra thin quality allow for highlydetailed motifs and clean finishedoutlines. The robust and durable stencilsare PVC free.Marabu offers a wide selection ofmotifs: floral, ornamental or graphicmotifs are available as both borders andlarge-sized motifs.

example motifs

example motifs

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Accessories

Marabu-Foam Paint RollerFoam paint roller on a stable metal handlefor large-area paint applications.Particularly suitable for stencilling andadhesive tape technique. Foam roller isremovable for easy cleaning. 1 set with 2 foam paint rollers: 5 cm/10 cm.

BrushMarabu offers an extensive andbalanced assortment of brushes indifferent sizes and shapes for silkpainting.

Starter Set SilkMakes silk painting for beginners easy.The Marabu Starter Set Silk includes 4 shades of 50 ml each (medium yellow,carmine red, medium blue, black), abrush and instructions. For the firstincredible steps with silk paints.

Stencilling BrushFine-pored, robust dabbing brush forstencilling. Also suitable for even dabbingof large areas. 1 set with 3 stencillingbrushes: 1.5 cm/3.5 cm/5 cm.

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Colour Range

vanilla

lemon *

yellow *

medium yellow *

apricot

tangerine

red orange *

cherry red

carmine red *

garnet red

bordeaux *

light pink

rose pink

raspberry *

Silk:available in 50 ml plus *also in 250 ml

lavender *

plum

aubergine

arctic *

aquamarine

azure blue

pastel blue

medium blue *

dark blue

emerald *

caribbean

petrol

reseda

leaf green

olive green

light green

rich green *

pine green *

amber

caramel

medium brown

dark brown *

terracotta

light grey *

black *

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tangerine

orange

orient red

carmine red

bordeaux

light pink

amethyst

aubergine

duck egg blue

dark ultramarine

night blue

aquamarine

turquoise

Silk Color:available in 12.5 gms

reseda

lime green

khaki

amber

cocoa

grey

black

Colour Range

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blackberry

aubergine

night blue

caramel

cocoa

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black

Velvet Touch:available in 100 ml

clear *

dark brown

black *

metallic-taupe

metallic-brown

metallic-white

metallic-copper *

metallic-gold *

metallic-silver *

metallic-anthracite

glitter-peridot

glitter-aqua blue

glitter-smoky blue

glitter-amethyst

glitter-taupe

glitter-graphite

Contours &Effects:available in 25 ml as liner *and in 50 ml

Metallic: Glitter:

Marabusince 1859

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Our instructions are given for your guidance. Try a test area first. · Differences in tone due to printing method · Subject to change without prior noticePrinted on non-chlorine, non-acid bleached paper. MW 0109 · GB/5911 05 069

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