Intermediate
33 lessons
4.3 hours

Anti-spread Technique

Master the anti-spread technique for controlled silk painting

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Anti-spread Technique
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About This Course

Discover the anti-spread technique that allows you to paint on silk without the dye spreading uncontrollably. This course teaches you how to pre-treat fabric for precise, controlled brushwork. Ideal for creating detailed designs and illustrations.

Course Curriculum

Module 1

Lesson 1: Tools Overview

5 lessons · 50 minutes
1.1. 1.1 Fundamental Tools
15:00
1.2. 1.2 Fundamental Materials
8:00
1.3. 1.3 Using Anti-spread To Create Patterns
10:00
1.4. 1.4 Tools & Materials Checklists
5:00
1.5. 1.5 Build A Fixed Frame
12:00

Module 2

Lesson 2: Understanding Paints And Dyes

5 lessons · 47 minutes
2.1. 2.1 Paints For Silk Painting
10:00
2.2. 2.2 Dyes For Silk Painting
12:00
2.3. 2.3 Paints vs Dyes Comparison
10:00
2.4. 2.4 Materials Demonstration
10:00
2.5. 2.5 Make Your Material Decision
5:00

Module 3

Lesson 3: Fabric Selection & Preparation

10 lessons · 56 minutes
3.1. 3.1 Chiffon Silk Fabric
5:00
3.2. 3.2 Crepe Georgette Silk
5:00
3.3. 3.3 Crepe de Chine Silk
5:00
3.4. 3.4 Habotai Silk
5:00
3.5. 3.5 Satin Charmeuse (Lightweight)
5:00
3.6. 3.6 Satin Charmeuse (Medium Weight)
5:00
3.7. 3.7 Twill, Taffeta & Dupion Silk
8:00
3.8. 3.8 How To Recognise Real Silk
5:00
3.9. 3.9 Choose Your Fabric
5:00
3.10. 3.10 Stretch Silk Over The Frame
8:00

Module 4

Lesson 4: Preparation For Painting

1 lesson · 8 minutes
4.1. 4.1 Adjusting The Dye
8:00

Module 5

Lesson 5: Creating The Design

2 lessons · 20 minutes
5.1. 5.1 Anti-Spread Application Part 1
10:00
5.2. 5.2 Anti-Spread Application Part 2
10:00

Module 6

Lesson 6: Preparing To Fix The Colours

3 lessons · 21 minutes
6.1. 6.1 Before Fixing - Batching
8:00
6.2. 6.2 Steam Fixing The Colours
8:00
6.3. 6.3 Washing After Fixing
5:00

Module 7

Lesson 7: Scarf Finishing Techniques

5 lessons · 39 minutes
7.1. 7.1 Before Or After Painting?
5:00
7.2. 7.2 Preparing Correct Dimensions
8:00
7.3. 7.3.1 Sewing Machine Finish
8:00
7.4. 7.3.2 Hand Sewing Finish
10:00
7.5. 7.3.3 Thread Removal Finish
8:00

Module 8

Lesson 8: Final Project

2 lessons · 15 minutes
8.1. 8.1 Step-by-Step Preparation
10:00
8.2. 8.2 Practice & Completion
5:00

What's Included

  • 33 lessons
  • 4.3 hours
  • Lifetime access
  • Certificate of completion

Requirements

  • Basic silk painting supplies
  • A well-ventilated workspace
  • No prior experience required