Help...with crackle

[stitchysyl]

I need some help.

I am going to have a go at some crackle glazing. I've already ordered the crackle glaze medium ( sorry, but not on Ebid...couldn't find any here) but I believe I need some matt emulsion for the top coat...and the problem I have is:

I am crackle glazing 1:12 dolls house miniatures...so just need a small tin
AND I need it in BLACK.

Does anyone know where I can buy a small tin of black paint that would be suitable for use as a top coat. Or can I use something else.

I am sure someone on here knows what crackle glazing is, and how to do it...well, I actually know the theory...just need the paint so I can give it a try.

BTW..posted a message in the craft section but it keeps falling off the page...

[shezz]

Sorry sounds kinda hard



Good luck hope someone on here can help

[hoverstar]

[quote=stitchysyl...so just need a small tin
AND I need it in BLACK.
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Have you tried one of those 'sampler' pots from B&Q / Focus / Homebase ?

If they do one in matt black, it would be ideal for you.

[stitchysyl]

Have you tried one of those 'sampler' pots from B&Q / Focus / Homebase ?

If they do one in matt black, it would be ideal for you.

I've tried the shops here and all I can get is blackboard paint, or exterior gate paints. They don't seem to have black in the sampler pots. I suppose they reckon everyone knows what black looks like.

I thought someone on here might actually sell it or know if acrylic paint would work.

Thanks anyway.

[thehoneyant]

I need some help.

I am going to have a go at some crackle glazing. I've already ordered the crackle glaze medium ( sorry, but not on Ebid...couldn't find any here) but I believe I need some matt emulsion for the top coat...and the problem I have is:

I am crackle glazing 1:12 dolls house miniatures...so just need a small tin
AND I need it in BLACK.

Does anyone know where I can buy a small tin of black paint that would be suitable for use as a top coat. Or can I use something else.

I am sure someone on here knows what crackle glazing is, and how to do it...well, I actually know the theory...just need the paint so I can give it a try.

BTW..posted a message in the craft section but it keeps falling off the page...

I don't look at the craft section. You can do it without the crackle glaze medium, ideal I would think for your minatures. Hope this helps.

This is the "old-fashioned" way of doing it. It’s just as easy and looks more authentic. It’s probably cheaper too, because the varnish can be used for lots of different jobs whereas the kits are for crackle glazing and crackle glazing only.

Here’s what you need:
Primer (if your surface needs one)
One pot of paint (emulsion or oil-based)
One pot of water based varnish (acrylic)
One pot of oil based varnish
Paint brushes (size depends on what you’re painting)
Artists oil for highlighting the cracks
White spirit
2 cotton rags

Here’s what you do:
1. Prime and paint the surface to be crackle glazed and allow to dry. If you’re only painting a small item, a tester pot or two will probably be enough.
2. The first varnish to use is the oil-based one. You might need to use a little white spirit to thin it out because you’ll need a thin, even layer.
3. When the first layer is still slightly tacky, probably about 1 – 2 hours after coating, you will need to apply a coat of the water-based varnish. This coat must be thick!
4. As the varnish dries you’ll notice the cracks starting to appear. The reason this happens is because the water-based varnish dries quicker than the oil-based one, and the movement from the underlying layer, which is still drying, causes the top layer to crack.
5. Mix some artists oil with a little of the oil-based varnish and, using the rag, rub this gently over the surface, working it well into the cracks.
6. Using a clean rag, remove excess oil from the surface.
7. Allow everything to dry for about a week and then varnish again.
That’s it! Easy peasy.
Remember to clean your brush between each layer though.
This really is a remarkably easy way of creating an aged effect and can be used on all sorts of items, from picture frames and wooden boxes to flower pots and lamp bases.
Happy crackling!

[stitchysyl]

I don't look at the craft section. You can do it without the crackle glaze medium, ideal I would think for your minatures. Hope this helps.

Thank you...I really do mean thank you!!!

It sounds quite complicated but I am sure its not. Anyway, I am gong to give it a try and I do appreciate your help.

I will let you know how I get on.....

[chiquita]

And just in case that doesn't work or you aren't happy with it, you can use acrylic with the medium as I have done so. I also have some black emulsion should you need some, I can easily send you a small pot.
So there you go, lots of help given!
I've not used the method Honeyant gave, but shall make a note of that for future use!!

[stitchysyl]

just thought I'd let you know...I had a go at it and its worked out GREAT!!! just the effect I wanted. It was much more simpler than I had expected....now I want to crackle everything in sight...

[shezz]

just thought I'd let you know...I had a go at it and its worked out GREAT!!! just the effect I wanted. It was much more simpler than I had expected....now I want to crackle everything in sight...

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