To answer the question from my last blog entry:
The 2T hands from Braylu Creations (pictured below) are not made from the flexible material. Rather, these are made from a hard urethane plastic. They are hollow and very lightweight. I use M. Graham-brand artist-quality acrylic paints. M.Graham paints are not typically available at craft stores, but are usually found at art supply stores. I have found that three coats covers quite well. I don't use a primer coat because of the noxious fumes. However, if one were to use a primer coat first, two coats of acrylic paint would likely do the job.
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Thanks so much for answering my question.
ReplyDeleteI talked to Mr. James about this problem a few months ago and told him I was going to experiment. He told me to write back if I had success.
I didn't.
I guess I didn't realize that there were two different types of plastic used.
Again, thanks.
Do you have to sand the hands first to get the paint to stick well? And if you scratch hard with your finger nail will the paint scratch off?
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