In this episode Vanessa is sharing her thoughts and experience in using two different products to waterproof cotton fabric. She recently covered a wooden table with fabric and it was fast and super easy to do! Tune in and learn more about the product and techniques so you can waterproof your cotton fabric for future projects- wet bags, cosmetic bags, etc.
• OdiCoat (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4eZJCue
• ModPodge (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3L92x7V
• Silicone craft mat set (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4cOHkwa
• HTVront Auto Heat Press (affiliate link): https://shrsl.com/4ds7m
What we’re covering:
0:24 – Welcome to WIP Wednesday #136
1:00 – Sock cranking retreat recap
4:33 – Setting up the heat press
7:49 – Waterproofing cotton fabric demo introduction
11:10 – Waterproofing with OdiCoat
13:45 – Waterproofing samples – which is which?
18:54 – Waterproofing supplies
21:46 – Applying ModPodge and OdiCoat demo
26:30 – Using the heat press to dry your fabric
31:47 – Experimenting with additional layers of OdiCoat
33:45 – Be careful of colors bleeding!
37:00 – Using ModPodge or OdiCoat finishes the edges
39:25 – This technique as an alternative to iron on vinyl
40:34 – Using OdiCoat to cover something in fabric
44:16 – Does OdiCoat or ModPodge smell?
45:02 – Have fun with your crafting!
47:25 – Interfacing and waterproofed fabrics
48:02 – Heating ModPodge or OdiCoat with your home iron
48:36 – Use this to help your projects last longer
49:16 – Remember to waterproof before you stitch!
Products and projects mentioned:
• OdiCoat (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4eZJCue
• ModPodge (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3L92x7V
• Silicone craft mat set (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4cOHkwa
• HTVront Auto Heat Press (affiliate link): https://shrsl.com/4ds7m
• Westchester Dolman Top: https://craftygemini.com/?s=westchester+dolman&post_type=product
• Clip On Pocketbook Video Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/clip-on-pocketbook-video-course/
• Sew Sweetness: https://sewsweetness.com/
• Iron I use (1800 watts/ affiliate link): https://amzn.to/491uAkF
• JUKI LB5020 Sewing machine (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/468SnNu
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