I’m always painting things, but one of the more unique things I’ve painted is fabric. Today I’m sharing all the details of painting fabric with chalk paint.
It is Friday and time for another DIY video tutorial! Today I’m going to show you how to paint fabric using chalk paint.
My goal was to modernize and simplify. I spray-painted the base with gold paint and used Annie Sloan Pure White on the fabric.
And here is the after. Much more updated and simple – don’t you think?
You can see the full video tutorial HERE:
Want to see more of our DIY video tutorials? We have a bunch of them!
Episode 1: Welcome
Episode 2: Mixing Chalk Paint
Episode 3: Prep Work for Chalk Paint
Episode 4: Tips for Using Chalk Paint
Episode 5: How to Apply Wax to Chalk Paint
Episode 6: How to Dry Brush
Episode 7: Distress Paint with Vaseline
Episode 8: Weathered Look with Paint
Episode 9: Safety Tips
Episode 10: Wax Paper Transfer Tutorial
Episode 11: Tablet Cover Tutorial
Episode 12: Chalk Transfer Tutorial
Episode 13: Starched Fabric Wall Treatment
Episode 14: French-Inspired Enamel Tags
Episode 15: Photo Plaques
Episode 16: Updating an Ikea Dresser
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I am wondering if this technique is for everyday wear and tare or is it just for looks? I have a couch that is used everyday and was thinking about painting it. Is it comfortable to sit on? What would you advise?
Thank You, Beverly
I wouldn’t suggest this technique for a couch for a couple reasons. First, a couch would go through a TON of paint. At that point, it may be just as cost effective to consider reupholstering. Also, this technique makes the fabric feel vinyl. It wouldn’t make for a good, comfy couch-watching tv. I hope this helps!
How do you think this technique would work on curtains?? I have a huge curtain on a pulley system that is straight out of the 70’s. Burnt orange and cream plaid (To match our burnt orange shag carpet). We love the pulley system setup and know that buying a new curtain will be pretty expensive. Do you think this would work? How would the curtain feel to touch?
Hi Britney,
I think trying to paint your curtains would be overwhelming and probably fairly expensive because of the amount of paint it would take (and time). I’m so sorry!
What color did you use on the blue/wicker back chair?
I am so sorry, but this tutorial is so old I don’t remember. I apologize!
Doesn’t the wax come off on to your clothes?
Surprisingly, it does not! Once cured, the wax is set and won’t come off.
Hi
I would like to paint my black crushed velvet bed to Oxford blue due you have any tips please? I’ve been told to water it down and almost stain the fabric rather than paint & to sand and Hoover in between coats. I was advised not to wax as otherwise it will feel like leather
Thanks
It’s been so long since I painted this piece, but I think your approach could work! I like the idea of staining the fabric. Good luck!