Fabric Painting Techniques

Question 1

Which phrase best describes the process of applying paint or dye to fabric through a stencil to create a desired pattern or design?

Accepted Answer

Stenciling

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Embossing

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Marbling

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Stippling

Question 2

For fabric painting, what is the main function of fixatives?

Accepted Answer

To protect the painted surface

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To change the fabric's texture

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To add shine to the fabric

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To fix mistakes in the painting

Question 3

Which natural dye made from the dried bodies of female scale insects is frequently used in traditional fabric painting?

Accepted Answer

Cochineal

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Turmeric

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Madder root

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Indigo

Question 4

Which method involves painting a piece of cloth with liquid wax before removing it to reveal a veined or crackled appearance?

Accepted Answer

Serti technique

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Crystalline waxing

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Cold wax resist

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Crackling

Question 5

What does the term "gutta" mean in fabric painting?

Accepted Answer

Outlines created with a resist substance

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Water-based paint

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A type of fabric medium

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Wax used in batik

Question 6

Which technique entails binding fabric sections to form a pattern, blocking specific areas from being painted or dyed during the application process?

Accepted Answer

Shibori

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Quilting

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Decoupage

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Appliqué

Question 7

Why would one use a resist material in fabric painting, like soy wax or flour paste?

Accepted Answer

To create textured or patterned effects

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To enhance color intensity

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To create a glossy finish

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To protect fabric from wear and tear