Sarah Crowner
Sarah Crowner is an artist known for paintings assembled from painted and sewn pieces of fabric. Her Curtains (Vidas perfectas) used fabric paint on sewn linen and was designed to become part of a performance environment.
Paint Type
Fabric Paint
Fabric paint is a flexible coating formulated to bond with textile fibers and add lasting color or designs without making the material excessively stiff.
Fabric paint surface compatibility
Fabric paint works well on many textiles, though clothing and other washable items need a formula that can withstand repeated washing.
| Surface | Compatibility | Preparation | Medium or primer | Curing | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fabric | Excellent with a textile-specific formula | Wash and dry the fabric first when appropriate; avoid fabric-softener residue. | Usually none when the paint is formulated for the fabric. | Follow the product's drying, curing, heat-setting, and washing instructions. | Fabric paint guide |
| Denim | Excellent | Pre-wash and dry wearable denim; avoid fabric-softener residue. | Usually none with a textile-specific paint. | Allow the full stated cure before wearing or washing. | — |
Sources: Tulip Brush-On Fabric Paint, Tulip garment washing guidance, and Rust-Oleum Outdoor Fabric Paint.
Painters who used fabric paint
Browse PaintZeal painter profiles featuring artists who used fabric paint, with attention to textile surfaces, flexible coatings, and working methods.
