The versatility of napkin technique

The classical Napkin technique one is known to most hobbyists, but this technique can do so much more. It works not only only on wood and papier-mâché but also on textiles, candles, glass and concrete. In this manual we have put together for you which varnish you should use for which surface and which materials you need.

You need these craft materials for Napkin technique

For this handicraft technique you need, in addition to the desired object, a Napkin with a motif of your choice, a napkin brush, tweezer scissors as well as the matching Napkin varnish and glue.

Classic Napkin technique

For the classic primer Napkin technique , first prime the object with white Handicraft paint. This will highlight the color intensity of your Napkin . If your object already has a light surface, or you want the structure of the from background to remain visible, this step is not necessary. Cut out the desired napkin motif with tweezers. For this Napkin technique the only upper printed layer is needed. To remove the unprinted layers, simply stick a strip of adhesive tape halfway down the bottom and pull it off again

As soon as all motifs are cut out and in the right place, wear the Napkin varnish with a soft napkin brush first on the object and then on your motif from the inside out. Be careful not to apply too much pressure on the varnish, otherwise it may Napkin tear. Allow to dry well. To seal the motif, simply apply another layer with the brush Napkin glue over it. Let everything dry well - done! You can achieve a particularly noble effect if you use the Napkin varnish „Mica-effect" in or Silver Gold use.

Try the technique on other surfaces as well:

Textiles

The universally popular technique also works on textiles. First of all, cover the work surface with newspaper or one to avoid Handicraft mat contamination. As usual, choose a Napkincut out the motifs and remove the unprinted layers. Now apply the special one Napkin varnishfor textiles directly on the fabric, place the motif carefully with a soft brush and apply the again. Napkin varnish Make sure that the lacquer is applied right up to the corners and edges of the motif. The garment is simply ironed to fix it in place. Caution: Place baking paper between the fabric and the iron. Iron at level 3 until the glue and fabric are fused together. The fabric can then be washed at 30°C on a delicate cycle.

Important: If you are Napkin technique working with thin fabrics such as T-shirts or cotton bags, place one or the Handicraft mat like between the layers of fabric. Otherwise it can happen that the two layers will stick together.