Experiment #1

After my experiments on paper to check my screens were working properly, I moved on to experimenting on different fabrics. This is Muslin. I experimented on this by using a Orange/Brown Procion dye which I made myself. I made this by mixing 2 tsp of Orange MX2R and half a tsp of Black K2647 and then a cup of water. I dyed all of the fabric with this colour and then left to dry. When the fabric was dry, I washed my fabric, left it to dry again and then pressed it using the heat press. I then printed my butterfly screen on the top using a dark chocolate brown, which I also mixed myself using Brown RBTN and a spot of Black SNG. I think this was one of the best turn outs out of all of my samples as the print was clear and the colours also worked well together. Although, this material is not one which would be suitable for a lining of a bag as it is too thin and may rip easily after a bit of wear.