Stiffened fabric sculpture

Fabric stiffener makes fabric firm and rigid for craft projects. Commercial stiffeners are sold in craft stores but you can make your own homemade fabric stiffener that will be less expensive. The homemade stiffener can be used to make fabric flowers or leaves, which could be glued to branches.

Glow in the Dark Cloth Ghost: Hi, Saw this pop up on the youtube channel Threadbanger and on a couple of pinterest boards, the Cloth ghost. Originally done as a series of sculptures by an artist called Manfred Kielnhofer "Guardians of time". The thing is, that rather than postin…

Discover expert techniques on how to harden fabric for sculpture, permanently stiffen cloth, and transform your fabric into a durable medium for creative expression.

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GAC 400 is used to stiffen fabric or paper made from natural fibers. It is a water-borne acrylic that dries to a hard, stiff film. One good coat that soaks in well should be enough to stiffen the material. It can be used to replace rabbit skin glue for stiffening linen and canvas in preparation ... Read more

Guardians of Time #sculptures by Manfred Kielnhofer

Learn how to stiffen fabric for sewing & fabric sculpturing crafts. This guide will show you commercial and DIY fabric stiffener products.

Fabric stiffener causes fabric to become rigid and hold its shape. Use fabric stiffener to harden crocheted or knitted ornaments or to temporarily stiffen fabric while you are working with it. Commercial fabric stiffener typically contains starch, but you can make your own stiffener at home using white craft glue.

These unique and whimsical fabric sculptures take into account any materials at hand which serve to inspire her in the creation of these lovely characters. There will never be any two alike! The bronze-like final finish is weather resistant, so some of the sculptures can also function as indoor or outdoor art . . . . Which one is your favourite? Let her know at anglinlucy@gmail.com