Paraffin is derived from petroleum. It is relatively brittle and will flake when used alone for batik and therefore is commonly mixed with microcrystalline wax. It can also be used for cleaning brushes in encaustic. Comes in pellets. Melting point is 130° F.
This synthetic wax comes in one pound blocks. It can be used alone or mixed with paraffin for batik. Also used in encaustic painting as a substitute for the encaustic medium. Melting temperature is...
Made from a vegetable by-product, this wax is biodegradable and has no fumes when heated. It is popular for candlemaking as it is non-toxic and burns cleaner than paraffin. It has a low melting...
When marbling, use Alum to pre-treat fabric for clear transfer of designs. One cup of alum is dissolved in water along with four teaspoons of Calgon, to create a solution for submerging the fabric...
These free-flowing, highly concentrated liquid colors are perfect for airbrushing, silk painting, spray-on tie dying, watercolor techniques, spritzing through lace or stencils, tole painting,...
These free-flowing, highly concentrated liquid colors are perfect for airbrushing, silk painting, spray-on tie dying, watercolor techniques, spritzing through lace or stencils, tole painting,...