OOPS!! I'm messy what now?
CLEANING TIPS for Parents of Young Artists
“When Michaelangelo finished painting the Sistine Chapel's ceiling,
he spent the rest of his life trying to remove the paint that had poured down his sleeve”
-Francois Cavanna
Grandmas Stain Remover, which can be purchased in the Laundry isle at Wal-Mart is an awesome remover of almost all stains. I know I make a mess on myself all the time, ha ha.
XXOO Ms. Cromley
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Tempera Paint |
1. Soak the spot in cold water 2. Hand scrub with soap 3. Work area with hands 4. Wash as usual |
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Finger Paint |
1. Let paint dry 2. Brush dried paint from fabric with a stiff brush 3. Follow directions 1-4 above for any paint left |
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Ink (other than India) |
1. Soak spot in small amount of milk 2. Hand scrub 3. Wash as usual |
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Permanent Marker |
These materials contain varnish and require a solvent. Turpentine or paint thinner may work, but marks from these materials may never be entirely removed. |
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Clay |
1. Allow clay to dry 2. Brush dried clay from fabric with a stiff brush 3. Wash in the usual manner |
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Acrylic Paint |
Plastic-based paint: permanent, can't be removed |