I bought some heavy interfacing and wanted to try drawing on it. Wanted to experiment with using this as a surface to show instead of just a filler between layers. Had an "oops" with my new Pearl-Ex powder. This needs more experimenting.
The interfacing is stiff on its own - about the stiffness of a cereal box. (I noticed Fannie uses Peltex, so checked it out. This one doesn't have any iron-on adhesive.)
I used green and yellow Neocolor II (I bought myself a few to try) and my other watercolor pencils. The dark splotches are the Pearl-Ex. I wanted a light dusting of shimmer, but bumped it the wrong way and got a blob!
I plan to play more with the Peltex. Nice to have a ravel-free edge. Do you guys read Quilting Arts? The latest issues show several things where the interfacing or batting for the surface of quilted projects. Opens up a whole new world of play!
I've only just tried Peltex, so will see as I go along. I found out about it, really, from YOU, Fannie! I like it so far - keeps the postcards nice and crisp yet still thin. I had been using batting to give them substance before, but I think I like the Peltex better. I'm sure that will depend on the project.
Did you need to back it with anything or is it that stiff?
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ReplyDeleteThe interfacing is stiff on its own - about the stiffness of a cereal box. (I noticed Fannie uses Peltex, so checked it out. This one doesn't have any iron-on adhesive.)
ReplyDeleteI used green and yellow Neocolor II (I bought myself a few to try) and my other watercolor pencils. The dark splotches are the Pearl-Ex. I wanted a light dusting of shimmer, but bumped it the wrong way and got a blob!
I plan to play more with the Peltex. Nice to have a ravel-free edge. Do you guys read Quilting Arts? The latest issues show several things where the interfacing or batting for the surface of quilted projects. Opens up a whole new world of play!
Do you like Peltex? The dark splotches are happy accidents. They look great! No one would know.
ReplyDeleteYes, I read the article in Quilting Arts. Have fun playing and know I'm watching.
I've only just tried Peltex, so will see as I go along. I found out about it, really, from YOU, Fannie! I like it so far - keeps the postcards nice and crisp yet still thin. I had been using batting to give them substance before, but I think I like the Peltex better. I'm sure that will depend on the project.
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