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How to Make a Hand-Painted Tie for Father’s Day. Hand painting ties can be wonderful,
creative work, especially if it is for Dad on Father’s Day. You’ll make a keepsake
he’ll treasure forever. You will need Fabric Scissors A tie pattern Needle and thread Wax
paper A charcoal pencil A shader paintbrush A liner paintbrush Fabric paints Mild detergent
Fabric softener and a sponge (optional). Step 1. Select a washable natural-fiber, natural-blend
fabric, preferably half cotton and half polyester. Step 2. Cut two identical tie patterns and
sew them together to create the tie. Step 3. Wash the tie once without fabric softener
and place it on waxed paper to dry. Step 4. Draw a pattern using a charcoal pencil on
the dry tie. Step 5. Paint the pattern. Use a shader paintbrush to fill in larger areas
and a liner brush for long, flowing lines. Use a compressed sponge cut to shape. Dip
it in paint and dab it onto the fabric for a sponge-painted effect. Step 6. Allow 24
hours to dry, and 72 hours before washing. Use the gentle cycle, with mild detergent
and fabric softener, and line dry. Did you know There are an estimated 64.3 million fathers
in the United States.