Making a waterproof bandana
06-22-2023, 07:35 AM
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Making a waterproof bandana
Hello everyone! I know this may be a bizarre post, but I need some advice on something. I am making a 20x20 bandana with a custom print on it and I am wearing it as a wrist accessory. However, I would also like it to be waterproof (please don't judge me for my absolutely weird fashion choices lol). I was trying to find a suitable material for it and I came across swimsuit lycra. Do you think this could work for a bandana? If not, do you have any recommendations? Thank you so much for your time!
06-22-2023, 08:22 AM
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Just curious....why waterproof? That could make the fabric harder to fold and shape. There are furniture treatments that will help with making fabrics water resistant. https://www.fabricfits.com/fabric-protector/
Lycra info: https://waterprooftalk.com/is-lycra-waterproof/
Lycra info: https://waterprooftalk.com/is-lycra-waterproof/
06-22-2023, 08:26 AM
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Just curious....why waterproof? That could make the fabric harder to fold and shape. There are furniture treatments that will help with making fabrics water resistant. https://www.fabricfits.com/fabric-protector/
Lycra info: https://waterprooftalk.com/is-lycra-waterproof/
Lycra info: https://waterprooftalk.com/is-lycra-waterproof/
06-22-2023, 08:39 AM
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They make a waterproof product for shoes, boots, tents etc.
This link I found by doing a Google search. https://www.tripsavvy.com/best-water...sprays-4773587
Since this is a piece of art you want to save. I would do research and not try the first thing you come across. I myself have ruined a project or two by not taking my time to find the correct or right solution to my preserve a project.
Use a "test" fabric similar to the piece you want to waterproof and watch the results.
This link I found by doing a Google search. https://www.tripsavvy.com/best-water...sprays-4773587
Since this is a piece of art you want to save. I would do research and not try the first thing you come across. I myself have ruined a project or two by not taking my time to find the correct or right solution to my preserve a project.
Use a "test" fabric similar to the piece you want to waterproof and watch the results.
06-22-2023, 09:20 AM
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Or you could try PUL fabric - it's already waterproof, washable and durable:
Youtube description
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IueVGGO9kc
List of some places to buy online
https://duckduckgo.com/?q=PUL+fabric&atb=v314-1&ia=web
Youtube description
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IueVGGO9kc
List of some places to buy online
https://duckduckgo.com/?q=PUL+fabric&atb=v314-1&ia=web
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06-23-2023, 03:52 AM
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I haven't tried it, but saw this product for fabric. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
06-23-2023, 07:17 AM
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Or you could try PUL fabric - it's already waterproof, washable and durable:
Youtube description
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IueVGGO9kc
List of some places to buy online
https://duckduckgo.com/?q=PUL+fabric&atb=v314-1&ia=web
Youtube description
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IueVGGO9kc
List of some places to buy online
https://duckduckgo.com/?q=PUL+fabric&atb=v314-1&ia=web
I just re read your post
please disregard the PUL idea
good luck finding something that works for you.
oh....
I didn't think your question was bizarre at all
