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June 2012 Weddings
XP- Lets Talk about Aisle Runners
So, I have decided to make my aisle runner. I am hoping I do not regret this decision, because I am so not crafty at all. This will be my first DIY project and I am scared. Does anyone have any tips on how not to mess this up. If you did your own, can I see pictures? TIA
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Re: XP- Lets Talk about Aisle Runners
Make sure you somehow pin your outline or pattern onto the aisle runner, so it doesn't move around; then also tack or tape them to a stable surface to paint on.
Use a mostly dry brush; squeeze your paint onto a plate or bowl, and only pick up a tiny bit at a time, blotting off any globs or drips before you put your brush down. If you forget to do this, this is also a good reason why you should start in the center of a letter or object - it's easier to smooth out from there, rather than the outside line!
I bought unbleached muslin for mine and I am in the process of getting the runner made so I can paint it. I got fabric paint from Joann's and I got a large poster from VP to have the monagram big enough for the aisle runner ... I am hoping to get started on it real soon but school and kids and taxes are taking all my time
Abbe had some very good advice. I started at the outline first and quickly learned to start in the middle until I got better. Also, go slow because if you mess up, it's pretty much impossible to fix it!
Post pis when you're done!
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1: use wax paper or something on the back of where you will be painting so the runner does not stick to whatever you are painting on if the paint goes all the way through. The wax paper can be peeled off easily at the end.
2: As Cassie said, expect to spend a lot of time on it. I just painted over a few days when I had time and wanted to.
3: If possible, just keep the runner laid out so you can leave it and come back to it. Plus the paint is less likely to go somewhere it shouldn't.
4: For most fabrics runners come in, a little bit of soapy water on a rag can help remove any mess ups.
5: roadtotheaisle is a great blog that has directions on how to do it. I followed the suggestions there and it worked out great.