Using Colored Pencil on Fabric for Art Quilts

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“Colorful Creations: Quilting with Colored Pencils”

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If you found your way to this page through Art Quilting Studio, this video was created especially for you to support the article and give you a closer look at how I use colored pencils on fabric in my own work.

In the article, I share the materials, preparation, and step-by-step process I use for creating fine art quilts with colored pencils. In this video tutorial, you’ll be able to see that process in action, including how I approach coloring, layering, and sealing the work.

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Inside this resource package, I share:

  • How I prepare fabric for colored pencil work

  • How I apply and layer colored pencils on fabric

  • Tips for working evenly and avoiding smudging

  • How I seal the color using textile medium

  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them


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A Little About Me

I’m Lauretta Crites, a textile artist and former costume designer now living and working in Porto, Portugal. My work often draws from photographs, travel, and everyday moments, using surface design and color to tell quiet, personal stories in cloth.

My quilts and techniques have been featured in Art Quilting Studio, Quilting Arts Magazine, Quilters Newsletter Magazine, and other publications.

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