Marbling Paper With Oil Paint

Paper marbling is a method of aqueous surface design which can produce patterns similar to smooth marble or other kinds of stone.

Marbling paper with oil paint.

The paints we tried are oil based so this was very important. The patterns are the result of color floated on either plain water or a viscous solution known as size and then carefully transferred to an absorbent surface such as paper or fabric. Because oil and water do not mix the paint stays on the surface of the water and can be manipulated to make designs. You can use one color or many.

It s one of the easiest ways to marble paper with kids and uses materials you likely already have. We still love marbling paper with shaving cream but the effect is completely different with oil. In anticipation for this visit we made lists of possible crafts and paper marbling appeared on both lists. But it was a long fun day.

Lay out your paper over your work surface to project from paint. Wear disposable gloves this was a must in keeping messes to a minimum as oil based paints do not come off easily. Marbled paper is sometimes used in bookmaking and as stationery. Add some water to your shallow pan about halfway through.

We d seen several methods but we had almost all the supplies to marble with oil paints so we decided to try that out first. We did this years ago when maia was 3 and it was past time to give it another go. Having the best oil paints can make creating these easier. Fill the pie dish with an inch of water.

Use a dropper or spoon to transfer color and oil to a dish of water. Marbled paper is made by floating oil paint on water. Lay a piece of watercolor paper on top of the water. Marbling is a great craft pastime for people who are.

Stir vigorously to be sure oil and color are mixed well as they can be. Through several centuries people have applied marbled materials to a variety of. If you are looking to do acrylic paint pouring this folkart marbling paint pour set is a favorite. Marbling with oil and food coloring is beautiful.

It s messy but worth it. Lift the paper to reveal your marbled paper.