Marbling Methylcellulose Type

Jars mixed to the right consistency for marbling no need to dilute.

Marbling methylcellulose type.

Methocel is a synthetic thickener that provides a viscous surface for fabric and paper marbling. Place the marbling fat into a shallow metal pan. Conforms to astm d 4236. This project can entertain children for an afternoon or sustain an artist s interest for a lifetime.

Bookbinders the world over have been marbling paper for centuries. To thicken the water you will need methyl cellulose which is a powdery substance that mixes with water to create a consistency much like a thin gelatin. In a bowl combine 1 2 cup of methyl cellulose with 4 quarts cold water whisking to incorporate powder. Paper marbling is a method of aqueous surface design which can produce patterns similar to smooth marble or other kinds of stone.

Like many of my fellow bookbinders i am mostly self taught. This package contains 8oz of methocel. When the mixture is free of lumps let it sit about an hour stirring at 15 minute intervals until it is syrupy. To be used only with carrageenan size not methyl cellulose.

There are a number of ways to prepare the marbling fat. I prefer to use carrageenan for my size but you can also use methylcellulose. Prepare the marbling size. Any of these colors can be mixed together to get new shades.

Through several centuries people have applied marbled materials to a variety of. In a blender pour the water and methylcellulose hv. The patterns are the result of color floated on either plain water or a viscous solution known as size and then carefully transferred to an absorbent surface such as paper or fabric. But after having bound a few works it s natural to want to move a bit further back.

It is also used in book arts as a paper sizing for paste papers and to slow the drying time of pva glues. Thin paints until runny with small amounts of water. I prepared my water in a stock pot which has measurements marked out along the inside. Slight changes in ingredients or temperature can.

Blend until it begins to thicken and slowly emulsify the coconut fat into the methyl cellulose mixture. Then you capture your design by laying a treated piece of fabric or paper down on top of the paint to transfer the swirls to the fabric. Place the fat in the refrigerator and cool this until it is firm. Pour the liquid into an empty pan.

Suitable for marbling on both paper and fabric. The floating paints are swirled into patterns. This initial interest in book arts tends to begin with modern takes on traditional bindings. These are acrylic paints in 4 oz.

Carrageenan and methylcellulose can be sourced at your local art store. Mix 1 4 cup of methyl cellulose with 2 quarts of water for the best marbling consistency. Marbling size is the thickened liquid that the paint floats on. You will need to prepare the size a day in advance so that it is set properly.