How to Steam Hand Painted Silk Scarves

Steam setting Dupont French dyes on silk scarves in a horizontal steamer. The steamer, silk scarf blanks and dyes are available through Dharma Trading: www.dharmatrad...
I buy the brown rolls of paper from United Manufacturers www.unitedmfrs...
Visit my website www.crowhouses...
You can purchase my silk scarves, ties and fine art prints on Etsy: www.etsy.com/s...
Facebook: / lindamarcillefineart
Instagram: / linda.marcille.art

[@judipodgurski5083]

I came to look at how silk was painted with dyes, but I learned so much more !! This is a top rate video. You told the important things to do, and to avoid, but didn't just prattle on about things that would have been a waste of time. You are a remarkable teacher, and a wonderful artist, and you have my sincere thanks. Well done !! xoxo

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you so very much for your kind comments! You made my day.

[@kathrynhansen8096]

I loved your video. I learned. You are a good Teacher.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you so much. I’m really glad that you enjoyed it. 💕

[@donnar824]

Thank you so much for detailed video. Your a great teacher as you explained the complex process step-by-step. Good work!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and got a lot out of it.

[@farzanafaisal272]

Beautiful scarves.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@katnip6289]

The salted technique really brings out the colors on the silks.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I really love the salt effect too

[@dinarodriguez2164]

Beautifully done,thanks for cheering

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamescook1364]

Loved it all, thanks you're videos are well done!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks very much!

[@eaglestudios1]

Linda! You just made my day!! Thank you for sharing your craft...

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you! I'm so glad you liked it.

[@AuroraZora1]

Thank you so much! The video is wonderful and answered many of my question about steaming. I won't be afraid to do it now!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I’m so glad that you enjoyed it!

[@RubinaMerchant]

Loved your video! Thank you for sharing. Had no idea scarfs should be steamed of all things! Wow. A lot of work goes into one scarf!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@kathleenmartell960]

I enjoyed your video. It was very informative to get to see how this steamer works. Have you done a video on the vertical steamer? Thank You Kathleen Martell

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Sorry, no I haven’t. I’m no longer painting with dyes on silk due to the toxins and health issues.

[@DeborahCantwell]

Great video thank you! I was interested in dyeing but now I am inspired.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@CoxJoxSox]

Linda you do a great job explaining things - thanks

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks so much Nick!

[@7878385]

Very beautiful, you can see the shimmer just fine. Great job...

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you !

[@lynnwhite8106]

Thank you so much Linda - I have never used the steaming method but you've taken my fear away. Your scarves are gorgeous!! Thank you!!!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you Lynn! Best of luck to you with your scarves.

[@pouponcrazycat5987]

You can use jacquard green label and then after u use their dyes there is a washing solution u use before u wash the fabric u place into cool water let sit for60 second then wash fabric silk I. Cool water with Sythropoal soap till it comes out clear.

[@d.a.7354]

Those Scarves are gorgeous ! thank you so much fo sharing your knowledge. All the information given is easy to understand! Thank you !

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you for your kind comments!

[@donaldmaccheyne2436]

I just love your work! Your videos are done so well ! I’m just starting to dye and pa int on silk .

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you very much! I haven’t painted on silk in a couple of years now. Enjoy your journey!

[@trishallen7710]

You make such beautiful scarves, I really love the texture the salt gives!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you Trish!

[@lindablower836]

Thank you for the video its so easy to watch and easy to understand at the pace you use.I really enjoyed it Your scarves are beautiful

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you Linda. I'm really glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheBadger40]

I really enjoyed the information you taught us all here. I've been considering taking my photography of our western ranching lifestyle and incorporating it into this sort of thing. I'm not sure how I am going to do it. But since we all wear silk wild rags in our work and dressing up (men & women both), it popped into my head that this can be done. I am training in my fine print making myself (inkjet only as of now), but I see the possibilities. I joined your FB group. Thank you so much for the shared info here and the inspiration you have given me!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks and good luck bringing your vision to life!

[@dinushapathirana2781]

Very useful videos. Thank u so much for sharing

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

You’re welcome I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@howaydanegm7637]

Hi Linda .. Such a helpful video really , thanks a lot .. Greetings from Egypt 💕💕💕

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you very much!

[@ShrikantT-u6v]

This video is so elloborate❤️😍🙏🏻 I love how you explained everything in detail without dragging it... moreover you are so hard working and particular about what you offer to your customers... really appreciate your talent and dedication... I wish you all the success... god bless 😍😍🙏🏻❤️🤗

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you for that generous and thoughtful comment! God bless you as well!

[@evacirelli1503]

Can I steam a scarf after a washed it and ironed it? I steamed mine for 2 hrs, and after a washed some colors still coming out.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

If you steamed at 212 degrees for 2-3 hours (depending on the size of the roll) Yes you can wash it. Some surface dye may wash off at first but then the water will come clear. If you run into trouble add a splash of Jacquard Dye set to the water to aid in setting the dye.

[@evacirelli1503]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind thanks!

[@rachellubin5387]

Hi, thank you so much for your inspirational video Does anyone know where can I get a silk steamer?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Rachel, all of the links to the items used in the video including the steamer are in the video description area below the video.

[@lisafalco204]

Thanks for showing me your process. Is there any other way to steam the scarfs if you don't have the nifty steamer you have

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I’ve never tried steaming them any other way. I haven’t worked on silk in quite a few years, so maybe there are other ways.

[@carolpowell3396]

Beautiful scarves Linda. I would love to try silk dyeing. I live in France and haven't found anywhere that stocks DuPont dyes. You have inspired me thank you so much.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thanks so much for watching the video and posting a comment. I highly encourage you to give silk painting a try. You might want to try going to DuPont's website and asking them where you can purchase their dyes in France. Or perhaps you could order from George Weil? Here is the website for George Weil. Good luck! www.georgeweil.com/BrowseCategories.aspx?Ref=1,85,1221,-1

[@jatinderkaur5723]

Fine mam

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@stephanielaelbarrick]

I am considering buying a steamer. You mentioned that you have both a vertical steamer and the stovetop as seen in the video. Please compare the two more thoroughly. I was surprised that you praised the stovetop model over the other. Since I have a gas stove in my kitchen, I would have to buy some kind of burner. What do you recommend? Thank you for any advice.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

It’s really a personal choice. Many people love the vertical steamer. I just happen to like the horizontal one. I had more steaming issues/damaged scarves with the vertical. Never had issues with the horizontal one. The horizontal one heats more quickly and steams faster in my experience. The vertical can take larger scarves and larger rolls.

[@That70sHeidi]

Have you ever tried wrinkling a piece deliberately before steaming to see what the effect would be?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

It is a very cool technique when done properly.

[@k808kickdrum]

Can I just use an iron on the steam setting to steam? I’m new and don’t have a steamer

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

No, with professional steam set dyes, you need to steam them in a steamer. An iron does not get hot enough or keep the silk hot long enough. Ironing will only work on cheap silk paints that leave the silk feeling stiff and looking dull.

[@meerachung2338]

Very informative Thank you

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@saroltatimar7703]

Can you tell me the name of electric steamer and where to buy it. I steam at home in a different way and It lasts 9-10 hours for me to fix the colours. IT is too much compared to 2-3 hours with this machine. Thank you very much for the answer.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

The links for all of the items in the video are below the video in the description. Just click where it says “more” and you’ll find all the links. The steamer is not electric it’s just a metal box with a pole in it. I have it set on a commercial electric Garland that I bought on EBay 25 years ago. I purchased the steamer box 25 years ago through Dharma trading I don’t know if they carry them anymore. The link to Dharma is below the video.

[@chitrabajaj1076]

its really beautiful but I would like to know what type of steamer is it and where can one get it from? Thanks

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

All the info on where to purchase the items is listed in the description below the video. There you will find the links on where to purchase.

[@unicornproductionz4773]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind I have searched Dharma for this steamer but could not find any. Would you have any idea as to where I can find it?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@unicornproductionz4773 It is on the Dharma Trading website I just checked but it’s out of stock. I haven’t painted on silk in a few years due to health issues from the dyes so I wouldn’t know who else might carry that type of steamer.

[@marciaguimaraes5601]

Linda, thank you for your video! Where can I buy the steamer you have? Dharma has one different than yours. thank you,

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

You can purchase the stove top steamer shown in my video through Dharma Trading. The two burner unit that I have mine sitting on is a very old commercial Garland that I purchased off of eBay probably 21 years ago. Here is the link to the steamer: www.dharmatrading.com/tools/stove-top-steamer.html?lnav=tools.html

[@andreavontroschke7779]

Thank you for this informative video. I bought the steamer, and the descriptions are so cryptic that I felt quite insecure. Now with your video, I feel ready. The only question I have right now: what do you do with the leftover water and the wax in it?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I’ve never used wax in a steamer. The only time I’ve ever heard of using wax is when you iron it off onto paper. I would think it would ruin the steamer.

[@chitrabajaj1076]

hi Linda I am trying to find a silk steamer. l like your steamer and I wanted to know where did you get your steamer made from? Thanks Chitra

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Links to all of the materials I use in the video are listed below the video. The company‘s name is Darma trading.

[@ducosta5947]

Hi Linda, I loved your work, many congratulations, I'm starting a job in this area of ​​fabric painting. You can send me how the vaporization of echarps is done, how it's done. A kiss and thank you for sharing. God bless you.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you. I'm not sure I understood your question but if you join the Silk Painters International (SPIN) group on Facebook you can study, ask questions and learn everything you need to know about silk painting. I also recommend buying some good books and doing lots of testing and practicing. Here is the link to SPIN: facebook.com/groups/silkpainters/

[@gliatlo]

Do you use a dry or steam iron with your spray bottle and what kind of tape do you use when rolling in paper?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I use a dry iron because I have had steam irons leave spots on the silk. I use masking tape.

[@serenacoelho5579]

Hey, Really nice the video. I am starting to print and paint in silk but I don’t have a steamer ... do you know other ways of steaming single pieces without a steaming machine ?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I don't personally know of other ways to steam set dyes. You might want to check out the Silk Painters International group on Facebook. There are hundreds of experienced silk painters there that love to offer advice. I hope that helps.

[@catzkeet4860]

I know this is an old video but just in case anyone else needs info on this, you can wrap up a single piece as in this video, then curl it snail style into a cooking steamer basket and steam just as you would potatoes. Some people like to wrap the lid with a cloth to prevent drips , tho if you wrap properly that shouldn’t be an issue.

[@pouponcrazycat5987]

What is the dye u use and how do u use the dyes? Dyo u use procion dye?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Info on which dyes I use and the suppliers I buy from is in the video description above.

[@ginnieburns9015]

Hi Linda, Im trying the salt resist technique on silk but using procion dyes, the pattern is coming up lovely but then as soon as i rinse it the salt effect disappears, the dye remains, Ive tried ironing it before washing, is it just because im using the wrong dye? Any advise appreciated xx

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Ginnie, I don't have any experience with Procion dyes so I am guessing that is what is causing your issue. The French steam set dyes like Dupont, Jacquard and even some of the heat set silk paints work beautifully with salt. Hope that helps.

[@ginnieburns9015]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind thank you xx

[@pouponcrazycat5987]

I think if she is using procion dyes she needs to put soda ash with it. When doing the scarfs I only use Dupont dyes and then I steam mine and I also use guttate as a resist. Procion dyes only to be used with soda ash an urea to keep from fading works very well then use in cold water without steaming. Wash In gentle with syntbropal soap hand wash hang to dry then light iron.

[@janeryan882]

Thanks for the video, it’s really helpful. I’ve just bought an upright steamer. The problem is that I have a collection of hand painted silk scarves that are waiting to be steamed and they’re all creased up! From watching your clip I see that they should not be rolled with creases. I don’t want to iron them before steaming as I’ve been told this will affect the silk detrimentally. Is there a way of removing creases without ironing that you recommend? I’d be grateful to have your advice. Jane

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Sorry Jane, I really don't know the answer to that as I have never allowed mine to get wrinkles in them. You might try ironing one with a very dry iron, make sure there's no water at all in it, and see if that works.

[@janeryan882]

Well thanks very much for replying so quickly. I might try just hanging them up to see whether the creases fall out naturally.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

You're very welcome! I don't think the creases will fall out naturally, at least not from what I have experienced with silk. I'm having a hard time imagining why a completely dry iron would affect the dye. I used Dupont dyes and a type of resist that can be heat set with an iron or by steaming. So sometimes I have added layers of resist over layers of dye and iron the silk before steaming and I have never noticed a problem. Maybe it depends on what kind of dye your using?

[@janeryan882]

Linda Marcille Fine Art, Crow House Studio Thanks again Linda, so great to find someone who can help! I did a short course on silk painting and the tutor recommended using Dupont steam fixed dyes , which I have. He also said that after painting, the fabric should not be pressed before steaming because it causes the fibres to clog ( or something along those lines) but I’m tending to think a light press won’t hurt.

[@rohitart9926]

mam can u tell how to make a gutta?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

No, I'm sorry I do not know how to make gutta. I don't use gutta, I use a water-based resist called Resistad available from Dharma Trading.

[@mariasarker2760]

Very nice

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@danalee3391]

Is it just water in the sprayer when your ironing?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Yes, just plain water.

[@floraau5968]

What sort of silk do U use

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Towards the end of the video I show the different types of silk I use and explain some of the qualities of each. I hope that helps!

[@floraau5968]

@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind Thank you. I love your youtube and am a very new beginner to this medium.. Thank you

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Good luck!

[@monicarak5069]

How would I do the steaming with a vertical steamer?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

It depends on which model steamer you have but if it is the vertical steamer from Dharma it is basically the same idea but I seal the top pf the roll so I don't get drips of condensation on the silk.

[@pouponcrazycat5987]

Personally u do not need the vertical steamer if u are new this is for professional silk designers. I use a pasta pot with old strips of sheets and newspaper

[@rohitart9926]

Is Steam Compulsory?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I use Dupont French dyes which must be stem set. There are other types of dyes/paints out there that do not need to be steamed but they have drawbacks.

[@tinkamisi7746]

Dear Madam, Your scarves are very, very nice. I'd love to buy a few pieces to live where you are. I watched you do it from start to finish.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@shemabenhadj468]

Hi , where can I buy that steamer ?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Dharma Trading

[@mariasarker1838]

Very very nice

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@juanitamarvin4261]

I would live to do this for gifts for people .

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

They do make great gifts

[@tatianagamzova6058]

Hi Lidia! Beautiful scarves! I’m just a beginner. Pls. How to prevent the bleeding at the edges.? Thank you!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Tatiana, If you are getting bleeding at the edges while you are steaming your scarves then it seems to me that somehow moisture is getting into the end of your roll in the steamer. It's hard for me to know exactly because I don't know what kind of steamer you are using or how you are rolling your scarves and preparing them for steaming. I highly recommend joining the Silk Painters International (SPIN) group on Facebook. There is a plethora of information about silk painting there.

[@tatianagamzova6058]

Linda Marcille, Crow House Studio, Silk Art Thank you very much Linda for answering! No!its happening before the stemming. While it’s drying on the stretches! And thank you for the tip to join the group on Facebook!!!!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

That happens when there is a lot of dye in the rolled hem and the body of the scarf dries before the hem does. They dye leaches out of the hem and causes the watermark. One way to avoid that is to put a line of resist around the outer edge of your scarf and paint it a different color like a frame. If you don't want to do that then just try to apply the dye more sparingly near the hem so it is not so much wetter than the rest of the scarf.

[@tatianagamzova6058]

Linda Marcille, Crow House Studio, Silk Art thank you very much Linda!!!

[@shlomitarei1957]

Thank you very much for sharing! Would love to see more videos! Shlomit

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@juliadibiasi7147]

hi linda, i went to unitedmfrs.com to check out the paper - just curious if you use the 40 lb or the 50 lb paper? and do you use the 36” wide paper roll with your horizontal steamer? thanks so much! julia

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Julia, sorry it took so long for me to answer I was away on vacation. I don't remember which weight I used. Maybe you can get them to send you a small sample of each paper? I think my roll is the 36" size, I forgot to measure it when I was in the studio.

[@juliadibiasi7147]

thanks linda! hope you had a nice vacation :) just to clarify - is it the brown kraft paper you’re using? did you find that to work better than blank newsprint? it certainly looks easier than layering a bunch of smaller pages as i’ve had to do with the newsprint. i find it difficult to avoid wrinkles because it’s hard to keep all the layers aligned when rolling up the silk package. thanks again for your input! i’ve watched your video about a dozen times now! 😍

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Yes it is the rolls of brown paper used to back framed art. I never used the news print for the exact reasons you listed. The brown paper is very easy to keep lined up and doesn't wrinkle. You just don't want to roll up your bundle extremely tight, let it have a little breathing room. I also reuse the sheets of paper to steam the next batch.

[@juliadibiasi7147]

great, thanks again so much for all your help!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Good luck!

[@helenfranks2031]

Wonderful video. Inspiring. I would love to try this. Where can I purchase the silk scarves?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

You can purchase blank silk scarves to dye at this link: Dharma Trading: www.dharmatrading.com Or you can purchase my scarves at this link: www.etsy.com/shop/LindaMarcilleArt

[@tinkamisi7746]

SUPER!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sarahmack3909]

Hi Linda, I'm a new subscriber and would like to know where to buy the steamer from. Thanks so much your work is inspiring and beautiful.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Sarah, The links to the companies that I purchase my steamers, scarves and dyes from are all in the description area below the video.

[@laffancyartgallery]

Hello Linda, after watching your video I have decided to buy the steamer and I should receive it soon. I was just wondering what paper exactly are you using. I live in the UK and I rather buy it here than pay for the shipping from the US. Thank you for your video =)

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Hi Lenka, All of the links for the products I use are in the video description. I bought the paper roll from a company called United Manufacturers the link to their website is: www.unitedmfrs.com Hope that helps!

[@madonnadove]

I love them

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@djd2493]

Do the scarves have a woven floral design in them? I can't tell if they do or if it is the dye effect.

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Only the jacquard scarves have a floral design woven into them. That habotai, chiffon , charmeuse and satin stripe do not.

[@lindalouahern]

where can I buy the jacquard silk blank scarves with the floral/stripe patterns?@@BeginnersMind-ArtMind

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

@@lindalouahern Dharma Trading. All the links to the supplies I use are in the video description.

[@vaishnavinirale7419]

I want to buy your scarves, where can I get them???

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

VAISHNAVI NIRALE there is information on where you can purchase my scarves in the video description. You can purchase them in my Etsy shop here is the link to my online shop: www.etsy.com/shop/LindaMarcilleArt?

[@favs9507]

Where do you buy your paper? What type of steamer do you use? Love your work!! Thanks for sharing!

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

I buy the paper from United Manufacturers www.unitedmfrs.com. I use the horizontal steamer shown in the video. The info about the steamer and a link where to buy it are in the video description.

[@rununfried]

que bellezas!!!! haces cosas hermosas

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you!

[@naomibollag2025]

Where can I buy your scarfs?

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

The link to my website and my Etsy Shop is in the video description. I will try posting it here to see if live links can be posted in replies to comments. If it doesn't work check the video description for the link. Thanks! www.etsy.com/shop/LindaMarcilleArt

[@danalee3391]

You can get scarves from Dharma company also.

[@peta1801]

Oh, my god, beautiful, i love you

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Thank you 😘

[@caitrionalindsay8856]

,

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Looks like your comment or question didn't show up.

[@suecheltenham7539]

T

[@BeginnersMind-ArtMind]

Something appears to have happened to your comment. You might want to repost your question or comment.

[@ghadakaroum288]

Very good