Is Painting Fabric EASY?

[@stephmcstay5171]

Beautiful Kacha, I did this about 6 mths ago but I added fabric softener mixed with my paint it made it smell lovely as well as helped the paint move easier.

[@barbarajeanbraceletlady3090]

That’s a great idea, and I’ll be using that tip.thank you.

[@susanfletcher9697]

Agree I also used fabric softener My husband was shocked at the end. He thought it would be like a crust but it was supple

[@mariemarie1646]

How much fabric softener ? I’m looking to do a recliner

[@stephmcstay5171]

@@mariemarie1646 I didn’t really measure it but around 1/3 of the paint mixture. I still smell mine when I walk into a room after months. I painted fabric pelmet boxes

[@designabeej]

I love the look of this chair & the process, but if someone is wearing white clothes, can they sit on this without having either wax or some of the color stain their white clothes? I’m only asking cos everyone I’ve seen that paints the fabric on chairs, usually sits on them while wearing dark jeans or just darker coloured clothing! Does anyone have experience with this please?

[@barbarae1869]

Sanding with a fine grit sand paper helps soften the fabric, the chair looks absolutely beautiful!!

[@robbiem1976]

Did you use fabric softener when your fabric painting?

[@tinaboggs5056]

Kacha, I am so glad that you did a chair tutorial. I did my dining chairs three years ago with duck egg color. They have held up to daily use surprisingly well. If or when they show wear, I can always paint them again. I love everything that you do. Congratulations on your store. I hope you are blessed with more and more success!❤

[@denisegallant4647]

So, we should call this the "don't give up chair". Its beautiful. I love it

[@furnitureduchess9103]

I have painted a lot of fabric (and learned a lot along the way). Don’t be afraid to do it on chairs you use every day because they wear extremely well. Also try it with an all in one paint ( like DB’s Silk line) and you don’t need water and the fabric is much softer when you are done. The older the fabric, the more it will accept the paint evenly (and you may want to add a stencil or stripes on top, if it’s a problem) . Your chair turned out so lovely and the gold leaf is perfect. Good luck on your opening 🎉

[@rheamcdowell3498]

I just screenshot your comment, for good tips.😁

[@furnitureduchess9103]

@@robinstarr7581 I have on some projects. Dixie Belle has a liquid wax called Easy Peasy spray wax that works well but if I am doing chairs, I rarely do.

[@lisajameson1077]

@@furnitureduchess9103 How does the color not transfer to clothing when sitting on it?

[@furnitureduchess9103]

@@lisajameson1077 it’s basically dyeing the fibers of the fabric. You are not putting a lot of paint on the material so it’s not sitting on top of the fabric where it can transfer to your clothes. I hope that makes sense but an example is when I paint, I need to remember to wear my painting clothes because once I get paint on them, it doesn’t come out (even in the wash). I have a couch that I painted a couple of years ago that we sit on daily and I promise you that the color has never transferred to anything else. Hope that helps!

[@lisajameson1077]

@@furnitureduchess9103 Yes, thank you so much for replying.

[@angelamajor4034]

It came out beautifully! I appreciate you telling tips on what to do and what not to do! There are no mistakes just learning experiences!

[@maggielukasevich7267]

Thanks for the tip about using a cotton glove for burnishing the gold leaf! What a great idea!!!

[@kathiehayes865]

I’m so excited for you, Kacha. You’re already a success, and now you’re expanding your world. You go girl!

[@KachaFurniture]

Thank you Kathie

[@kathleenbrown6734]

is it stiff

[@annhardink]

Beautiful color. Congratulations on your store and best of luck.💜🦋

[@bernfran1313]

Interesting. I've never seen someone paint a cloth chair before. The golden touch really makes it stand out even better. TFS. Lovely.

[@kristiemcpherson4375]

Absolutely love it. Thanks so much for sharing ❤ I have done my high traffic lounge same shape as yours. A 2 seater and 2 1 seaters. But I didn't want the leather look. So after 2 coats and letting them dry I lightly sand papered them. They became soft again and I absolutely love them. They are duck egg so quite light and wear extremely well. I am so impressed and that was about 6 months ago. So for anyone wanting a fabric look and not leather skip the process of the wax and give a fine sand ❤

[@JJs-ClassC-Adventures]

Thanks. I want my chair to be soft. Get tip.

[@katereynolds9636]

I had my doubts, but I’m glad I watched until the end, because it turned out really pretty.

[@auntbee2167]

Love your excitement over the final product. Gold Leaf Signature finish with Kacha. Thank you for another great video.

[@Austin_99162]

Love this, who knew? I had no idea this could be done, thank you for sharing the whole process! Best of luck with your store❤🎉

[@jbwentworthe6082]

Thank you for an honest evaluation of where painted fabric is best suited - so many seem to not be willing to qualify the uses.

[@whisperjam33m24]

Kacha, use a high grit sand paper to get the gold leaf off. Sanding lightly also makes it softer too.

[@nellieolguin-davis1519]

Kacha that chair turned out fabulous I can't wait to see your grand opening and the chair did look like leather !!!God Bless you two !!!🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@ondinadixon1875]

GORGEOUS Colour Kacha ❤ that idea with the gloves ! A very big Congratulations on your new shop . Can’t wait to see pictures of it when it’s open .

[@laurenl5843]

I have seen a lot of tutorials on painting fabric furniture. My conclusion is that it is way too much work for a chair you can't use everyday. I also worry about the wax warming and creating residue on peoples clothing.

[@alentrevor]

and Mrs T WOW the chair looks amazing so well done

[@mitzicrowder2186]

Thank you. I am fixing to do a chair. It's similar to yours. Congratulations on the store y'all you and hubby deserve it

[@dawncooper9043]

I've seen other people paint fabric and it always looks good. Thanks for all the tips on which brush to use and keeping wax for gold leaf separate 😍

[@veter-ft9id3je8o]

Спасибо,что поделились всеми тонкостями процесса покраски

[@Risingphoenixx66]

Yes you,re right, waxing fabric without any pattern in the fabric turnes out like it,s leather. I painted something black and the result after waxing wasn,t what i wanted, so now i know. But it,s very satisfying to transform a piece of furniture in a different color. Love your color, greetings from The Netherlands

[@williamsporing1500]

Beautiful chair, gorgeous lady!

[@DianaJewell-jf9ep]

I love the color and the texture came through , beautiful..

[@joannenepia9193]

Just learning so much....thank you for all your trial and errors along the way so we can take your experience and knowledge. Love from new Zealand.

[@joycejenkins0502]

I know many people do this. To me, it looks like painted fabric, and just isn’t my cup of tea. To each their own. I always applaud the effort and ingenuity. All the best on your new store. Your artistry is impeccable.

[@lisatanner9978]

It looks stunning. Love the white glove trick, I'm definitely doing that. You have given me the courage to finally paint my chair. Thankyou so much. I've watched you from when you first started, I couldn't be more thrilled for you with your store. You have worked so hard, you so deserve it. I just know it will be a huge success because you are so talented and such a lovely person. Good luck with the opening 😊

[@mauricioortizaznar1972]

You’re amazing! You have an enormous excellent talent and elegance to make piece of furniture turn into a diamond. I love your channel, my best wishes and successful at your new shop!!!! Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina

[@gwenkelly1]

the chair looks wonderful

[@angela3063]

It is beautiful Kacha... Congratulations on your store I am so happy for you.

[@deborahsewell202]

Im Going to try this! My youngest daughter LOVES Purple!!

[@maureenanglim2927]

It is really beautiful. Truly. Love this color.

[@barbarapearce5722]

Lovely,beautiful job. Nice . At first I had a doubt about it . But then I was seeing the chair through your eyes and it just turned out so different then I would have expected. The gold surprised me. At first I thought oh no not gold no gold please it took me back and there it was perfection. Georgous thankyou for sharing this project.

[@lindaposta939]

I painted a cushion for a church pew that I white washed. It turned out a little stiff but I’m going to wax it now and see if it softens up…Thanks for the tip and congratulations on your wonderful shop..I’m sure it is a dream come tru!

[@lowcountryloft8105]

It is a beautiful chair! I didn't know that could be done. Your store is looking fabulous. Congratulations.

[@robertantunez9070]

Excelente trabajo como siempre.., felicitaciones...👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@clairemerryman5042]

Question if you put wax alive the chair won’t that get on people’s clothes who sit in the chair? Or is it just for looks?

[@sunnyjogardner7525]

Same question, and also wondering if the answer is no then how long after you apply the wax can you sit on it?

[@retoldbyrae]

Adding a professional wax over the paint will keep it softer and more flexible, but yes the wax needs to "cure" for at least 45 days in my opinion! I've tried this before, using Annie Sloan wax and it will leave residue if you sit on it before its cured !

[@sharonmoseley5779]

Beautiful! Great sharing. Thank you to all suggesting fabric softener . Scared but I'm going to try.

[@johnbeller-bg1lb]

I’m gonna try it to. I’ve got my fingers crossed for both of us. Good luck

Thanks for sharing, dear Kacha!

[@staceyparkes1217]

Beautiful thank you for this. I have been thinking of painting fabric, just might give it a try.

[@lechat8533]

Kacha, you and your yummy color and gold projects. That`s totally my taste. Thanks for sharing, sweetie. I wish you a lot of success in expanding your world :) Lep pozdrav iz Slovenije 💜

[@bobbieedmondson677]

I love that you showed how things can happen and how to over come the tips and tricks to make this fabulous chair look so great. I love all the videos, I have been hesitant to try and paint a chair..... Maybe if I get it for free,then I'll try it 😊

[@SS-ui7by]

God, I cannot imagine the sheer AGONY of all that wool on you and just how much PRESSURE it must be putting on its joints🥺🥺🥺

[@rosettamitchell8844]

Kacha thanks for the tutorial, beautiful!!!

[@dionetaylor931]

So happy to catch this video as I am about to paint fabric, thank you Kacha

[@julierushdi7811]

Fantastic make over Kacha, I also painted a couple of vintage Tub chairs several years ago which I really love. Congratulations on your new shop, I love all your videos and advice keep them coming, Best wishes from Scotland😊

[@tracy-lynnetl3797]

Good Luck at your Grand Opening Kacha! I wish I could be there. My aunt and I want to come see your studio one of these days. I will be coming from New Hampshire and my aunt from Waterboro ME. Beautiful chair! I love it!!!

[@mhortamhorta]

I know stress can be a problem, even when you are working on good things. Take it easy; take care of yourself. Show everyone that they don't have to be perfect, they can miss deadlines. We all will still love your work.

[@katd1845]

Wow! This was definitely the best fabric dyeing video I've seen for furniture. Thank you so much! All the tips and mistakes along the way and things you noticed along the way. It was all great because I need to know. I have a chair very similar to the one you just did except it's much larger and fancier but it's got the same kind of fabric and the same kind of legs except they're very carved and I actually have gold leaf and the glue and I haven't used it yet and you just showed me the best way to get the best results and I can't wait to do this project. Thank you again. I really enjoyed the way you instructed us. It was so easy to understand and it wasn't a long video and it wasn't boring. It was perfect. Keep up the great work!❤🎉

[@thisfreespiritedlife]

Wondering if your cleaner you used, if you used fabric dye in the water chamber would work quicker & easier? Which may also leave the fabric in a softer condition after it dries? How does chalk paint wash wear & tear after use? Would the paint wash be too stiff and crack when someone sits down?

[@zonyasvintage7859]

Excellent! Turned out stunning a real show piece for your store. I bet you got a real good arm work out! I’m looking forward to more videos about your new ventures! 💕

[@ЮлияЯнковская-к8у]

Отличный результат, дальнейших успехов! Ждем продолжения, как всегда.🥰

[@puntkickorton]

Enjoyed that love the gold leaf affect - like your accent ❤

[@valeriekane615]

Love love the chair and the color is magnificent. Now I can order from you after you opening!! Thank you and the best of luck. Hugs, valerie

[@sharongaines3043]

What an amazing chair, Ive seen people paint chairs before but never wax them. You are unique and a genuine and totally honest and that I trust. Because of you I started my collection of your products and Annie Sloan, as Ive got alot of furniture to cover. 😛 Xx

[@gloriamedina4142]

I was so sad thinking your not Coming again!!! Im so Happy with your video. Rhanks

[@smvl2c]

Wow! You blew me away again!! Great job! And congratulations on the store!

[@cindyconlisk1062]

Your chair looks fantastic!!

[@nievesbtm]

Enhorabuena!! Precioso trabajo 💖 Te deseo todo lo mejor con tu proyecto que seguro que te irá genial, eres una gran artista!!! 😊🥰👍🇪🇸

[@donnacurry166]

So beautiful!

[@mariekulig9403]

Congratulations on your grand opening! I just love watching and learning from you.⚘

[@igayparisjr]

Ty so much! You answered so many of my questions! And some I didn’t even think about like pet use!❤❤❤

[@blancasoria6822]

Que hermoso tus trabajos felicitaciones un abrazo desde Uruguay.

[@stelliewatson4748]

Thank you for the white glove trick 😊

[@melpomenisahinidou9808]

Τέλεια ανακατασκευή!!!!❤Υπέροχο χρώμα!!❤💯💯🇬🇷

[@SpencerToddBrown]

Awesome Video!!! Great color!!

[@normacruz4733]

So excited to try it on my patio seat cushions that have faded.

[@Κοκο_μπλόκο]

Congratulations from Greece🇬🇷❤🇬🇷👏👏👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😍😍

[@nancyholmes1140]

That was beautiful! Good luck with your store. 🎊 🎉

[@WildRice1101]

Beautiful chair, Kacha! Congratulations on your new store! ❤😊

[@karenpresley7101]

I found you through Pinterest and so happy I did. I love the videos. Thank you. ☺️

[@vickimontemayor3262]

So beautiful. I’ll have to try it.💕💕💕

[@riZen823]

I painted chair coushions Pity I didn’t know that you can’t paint a lighter color on a dark color. Now I know better. I like your work 💕greetings from South Africa

[@dorlekoppe1990]

Fantastischer Stuhl. Bin gespannt auf deinen Laden. Ich wünsch dir schon viel Erfolg.

[@carolynsmith9184]

You are incredibly talented! I love your teaching technique and honest sharing about the mistakes you made. Would love to visit your store someday!

[@wendyfalk2793]

Great Fun!! Thanks for the inspiration! You might try packing tape to remove the gold leaf from the fabric before it gets ground in!! IDK but it works on other projects!! Have a LOVELY DAY !! !!

[@ginamaria2579]

Oh my goodness stunning 🤗

[@cristinapenabaron7549]

Precioso Kacha💖 Gracias🙏🏻💞💕💞

[@joygilbraith4729]

I Love watching and learning from you Kacha. I wish you ALL the success in the world! You rock! Hopefully one day I can attend one of your classes. I missed the last one.I cried..lol Keep the videos coming, and your Carlos rocks too! Js😊

[@irenelehlongoane4027]

Beautiful chair

[@rebeccamiller8772]

Thank you so much for this! So creative and fills me with so many ideas. I love the new studio, congrats!!! Excited for all the videos to come. Oh, and those gold curtains are beautiful! ;-)

[@kimberlypaloma5499]

You are so cute and funny....I just love it! I'm soooo excited about your store. I've even looked into flights to come out there to see you but the tickets are super expensive....ugh. Hopefully soon I can come to one of your classes or your store. Your chair looks Awesome!

[@snezanamaksimovic5365]

Draga kaca, ponovo te vidimo I bas smo srećni. Pozdrav iz Beograda Snezana

[@bethbartlett5692]

Kacha: Our friend Johnathon did a really neat faux leather fabric painting, and I just watched that video again last week, getting ready to do some cushions. He uses a spray bottle or atamiser to add water moisture, as needed, in addition to the thinned paint. No clue, but like you, I shall find out! Appreciate this share, timely. You color Is Stunning and love the Gold leaf legs!!! Sassy Bling! 🏆.

[@denisewilson8250]

Hi Kacha, beautiful job! Does the paint ever rub off onto your clothes? That's what I would be worried about!

[@naomimarais4023]

Thanx for sharing ,I definitely going to try it

[@fatimafernandez8957]

❤me gusta mucho cómo a quedado,y la explicación de hacerlo es maravilloso para aprender, gracias, una nueva suscriptora, gracias

[@paolasignorelli1051]

You are a very talented and amazing person I just love watching you all the best for the grand opening x❤

[@susandemar1372]

I am going to make it to your store some day. This is one of my bucket list things before my cancer takes me, I want to meet you in person .

[@EiriniChioti]

Perfect work!!

[@annabutler3471]

Hi Kacha, 5years ago I watched Annie Sloan do a chair and she sanded the chair once it was dry and then added the wax and wiped it off. When I did my chair, it came out really soft and beautiful. I was wondering if there was a reason why you didn’t sand yours? Love You💐

[@lollygee172]

I like the pattern-it looks like embossed leather!

[@beverlyannrogers3388]

Beautiful 😍😍😍

[@shelleychadwick403]

I’d worry about temp change with heat or body temp that the wax or color would transfer to clothing… white pants for example!!! Any worries??

[@debiegordon3787]

GORG & CONGRATS 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Oonagh72]

The piece turned out amazing! The pattern makes it look like tooled leather. Another tip would be to neutralize the base color. So the first layer should have been just light blue to neutralize the orange and to have a light enough base for the plum.

[@patriserra6342]

Gracias Kacha, llevo mucho tiempo deseando aprender a pintar tela! Me encanta!!! Me gustaría saber cómo limpiar el tapizado después de pintarlo. Muchos besos 😘

[@anasilvav5766]

Beautiful job