{"product_id":"jacquard-methocel","title":"Methocel","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarbling on fabric demands precise control over how your paints float and spread. Methocel creates the thick, gel-like bath that suspends pigments at the surface, allowing you to manipulate patterns before transferring them to cloth. This synthetic methylcellulose powder dissolves in cold water to form a clear, viscous solution, no heating required. Mix it the night before to let air bubbles dissipate, and you'll have a stable medium that maintains consistent thickness throughout your session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solution stays workable for days when properly stored, making it practical for workshops or multi-day projects where you need reliable performance. Unlike natural gums, Methocel resists bacterial growth and won't degrade between uses. It rinses cleanly from fabrics after heat-setting, leaving only your transferred patterns behind. Adjust concentration to control viscosity: thinner solutions allow colors to spread more freely, while thicker mixtures hold tighter detail. Fabric artists working with Procion dyes or textile paints achieve professional marbling results without the cost of traditional carrageenan, especially valuable when teaching classes or producing multiple pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacquard","offers":[{"title":"each","offer_id":47973903106277,"sku":"56225","price":34.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6890\/5701\/files\/s56225.jpg?v=1761726898","url":"https:\/\/www.texasart.mom\/products\/jacquard-methocel","provider":"Texas Art Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}