Water Marbling Magic Medium Water Prep - 

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After mixing DecoArt’s Magic Medium with water you can use Water Marbling Acrylics to create delicate and unique designs directly on the water’s surface. The Magic Medium will create the perfect surface for the Marbling Acrylics to float on top off. Use Water Marbling Papers, fabrics, and more to pull the paint designs off the surface of the water to create one of a kind prints. Similar to Hydro-dipping, when water marbling, no two designs will be alike. The surprise and unique quality of each design is part of the magic and mystique of this ancient art form.  Simply add the Magic Medium to water and let it work it’s magic! One jar can make hundreds of prints! 

DIRECTIONS: Gradually sprinkle Magic Medium into hot water. Ratio: 1 tsp. medium to 2 cups water. For flat objects, make enough to fill your marbling tray to a 1” depth. For larger items, make enough to submerge the object. Stir thoroughly. Some particles will be visible. Allow mixture to rest and become completely clear (approx. 30 mins). Stir again to evenly incorporate any Magic Medium that has not dissolved. To begin marbling, check that the mixture is cooled to room temperature, then skim surface with a sheet of the Water Marbling Cleaning Paper to be sure surface is free of lint or any unwanted residue. Pop any bubbles that may have appeared. Mixture can be stored for up to 5 days at room temperature and safely poured down the drain when finished. Filled by weight, settling will occur.