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Most people think that because you’re using chalk products that it just goes on chalkboards but you can actually use Chalk Couture Products on other surfaces like glass, wood, mirrors, tile, canvas, white boards, burlap.
What is chalk paste used for?
The Chalk Transfer is a reusable adhesive silkscreen that can be used on chalkboards, windows, mirrors, tile, whiteboards, appliances, painted furniture and so much more.
What surfaces can you use chalk paste on?
Paste can be used on almost any hard surface and it is usually removable from each of those surfaces. You can use Paste on a chalkboard, wood, tin, glass, plastic, tile…. I have even seen people use paste on their front door, outside of their oven, chairs and furniture.
What is the difference between chalk paste and chalk Ink?
Paste vs Ink in a nutshell. Chalk Paste goes on wet, dries hard- can have your hands running ALL over it! Couture Ink is meant to go on items that you want to be permanent, such as Shirts, tea towels, onesies, pillow covers, ceramics- anything you can heat set with an iron or in an oven!.
What is the difference between chalk paint and chalk paste?
Chalk paint is a furniture paint designed to adhere to surfaces without sanding first. Chalk paste goes on wet, dries hard and easily washes off of nonporous surfaces (like class, chalkboards, ceramic, etc) with water.
Can I use regular paint on chalk couture transfers?
The paint will clog the silk screen and ruin your transfer. You CAN, however, use your transfers and Chalkology™ paste on top of a surface painted with acrylic paints, and that’s the process I’ll be describing and demonstrating for you today.
Is Chalkology paste permanent?
Chalkology Paste is safe to use and remove from most non-porous surfaces, such as Chalkboards, glass, metal, even painted walls. Paste can also be used on porous surfaces such as unfinished wood or paper, but only as a permanent design.
How do you make chalk couture paste permanent?
To seal Chalk Couture ink on glass you simply heat set the glass. Please be sure your glass is oven safe before heating. To heat first allow the ink to air dry at the least overnight. Then place in a cold oven and set the temperature to 350, once the oven reaches temp leave for 30 minutes.
Do you need to seal chalk couture?
If you want to make a chalk project permanent, you can easily do that by sealing it with a spray sealer.
How long does it take for chalk couture paste to dry?
It’s best to wax the surface and allow to cure 24 hours before applying Chalkology Paste. When applying Chalk Transfers to windows, mirrors or glass for the very first use you will need to get some fuzz on the adhesive.
Can you really make money with chalk couture?
If an order is placed on your Chalk Couture website, then you’ll receive a 25% commission and that is paid the following month on the 15th. Designer Dollars: You will earn $20 Designer Dollars (product credit) for EVERY 200 pv that you sell/order in a month. Ex. Sell 800 and you’ll earn $80 Designer Dollars.
How many times can you use chalk couture transfers?
Chalk Couture transfers are meant to be reused 10-12 times but with a little luck and some extra care you can sometimes stretch that number.
What can I use chalk couture ink on?
Here’s the thing- HTV pulls off after so many washes, so it’s really not permanent. Chalk Couture Ink is permanent and never fades. For t-shirts, tea towels and anything else that needs to be washed, I would absolutely use Chalk Couture ink over HTV.
Is Chalk couture like screen printing?
Chalk Couture is a screen printing process/program/craft that you can do AT HOME! Chalk Couture calls them “transfers” and they appear to be “stencils” but they are in fact images that you run chalk paint over and screen print.
Can you use regular chalk paint with chalk couture stencils?
Like Chalk Couture the stencils are reusable, washable, and can be used with a variety of paints and inks. I decided to paint it. I used Folk Art Home Decor Chalk paint in Maui Sand. It’s a charcoal color.
What is Chalkology?
The Chalkology Paste is a paste version of traditional chalk that can be used on many surfaces. When you use it on a chalkboard, it can be wiped away when you are ready to change the artwork.
What paint is used for silk screening?
1. Jackson’s Acrylic Textile Medium. This acrylic medium makes any acrylic paint suitable for screen printing on textiles when mixed in a 1:1 ratio. It creates a pigment that dries slowly and smooths out evenly and easily.
What is chalk couture paste?
What is Chalk Couture Paste? It is a specially designed chalk paste formulated to use with all Chalk Transfers and Chalk Couture surfaces. It is non toxic but still best to keep away from pets and supervise any littles who are crafting with you.
How long do chalk couture stencils last?
Chalk Couture transfers will last 8-12 uses depending on the surface you use them on. Cleaning them and using them properly is key.
Does chalk paste wash off?
Chalkology Chalk Paste is a water-soluble crafting paste that goes on wet, dries hard and washes off of nonporous surfaces with water. Once it dries, the chalk paste will not smear or smudge and has a durable and smooth finish.
What material does Chalk Couture use?
Some of the surfaces I have used Chalk Couture removable chalk paste on, include: chalkboards, glass, metal, tin, canvas, mirrors, wood, tile, and plastic.
How do you get lumps out of chalk couture paste?
If your chalk paste dried out it is very easy to fix. Just add a couple drops of distilled water and stir. Keep adding just a touch of water and continue stirring until it reaches a nice consistency. That’s it.
How do I sell chalk couture?
Selling Chalk Couture products This can mean selling online using your Chalk Couture storefront, selling in person at vendor events or other markets or selling the products in whatever fashion you can think up.
What kind of wax can I use for chalk couture?
I have Annie Sloan Clear wax, so I use that and it works great! The waxing is what allows the chalk paste to stick to the board and will also ensure easy removal of the transfer. You want to wax EVERY wooden surface- raw wood, stained wood, painted and sealed wood. All wooden surfaces need to be waxed!Oct 5, 2018.
Why is my chalk paint lumpy?
Chalk paint can thicken up when the lid is left off, so make sure to leave the lid on when not in use. Keep the brush damp when painting by misting it with water before dipping it in the paint. If you ever feel like you’re dry brushing the furniture, it’s time to mist that brush again.
What is the shelf life of chalk paint?
Mixed Paint Shelf Life Estimates Paint Type Lifespan Latex or Acrylic-Latex Paint 2 to 10 years Oil-Based Paint 2 to 15 years Chalk Paint 1 to 5 years Milk Paint 1 to 7 days.
Can you use chalk on trees?
Then paint away! No worries the chalk won’t hurt the tree and washes away with the rain!.
