Crayon-on-fabric tests

My first attempt at crayon on fabric, a couple weeks ago, didn't prove to be colorfast, so I'm going at it again. As I think I mentioned previously, Connie sent me directions for a vinegar wash to set the colors, and I used it this time. I didn't use it on my previous fabrics because, from all accounts, I didn't think I needed it. That was test 1. This is test 2.



Crayon on fabric test
Originally uploaded by Suzie Rozie.

Here's a pre-machine washing sample, made from a sketch Lauren did in church - I love them, so I've collected many of them. My representation, of course, isn't nearly as nice as his original sketch - he works with a standard black pencil - but then I'm just testing for colorfastness at this time. If I can get the colors to stick, I'll spend more time getting a more accurate representation of what he does.

My samples will all turn into something useful - potholders, place mats, pads to keep hot things from scorching the table ... so I can play for a while without feeling I'm wasting fabric or time.