How to Make a Canvas Bag You Can Color On

- 100% cotton canvas fabric (1/2 yard)

- Fabric scissors

- Fabric marker or pen

- Acrylic paint (optional)

- Paintbrush (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prewash the canvas fabric if needed, and let air dry.

2. Using the fabric marker, draw your desired design onto the canvas. (optional: you can use a pencil to lightly sketch out your design first).

3. Let the design dry completely.

4. Fill in your colored design using acrylic paint. (optional)

5. Let the design dry completely before handling.

Tips

- For best color vibrancy, use a fabric medium with your acrylic paint.

- To prevent the paint from bleeding, use a low-tack painter's tape to outline the areas you don't want to be painted.

- For a more durable design, heat-set the paint according to the manufacturer's instructions.

- If you make a mistake, simply wipe off the wet paint with a damp cloth and start over.

- These bags are great for children to use as art projects, or as personalized gift bags.

- You can also add embellishments to your bag such as beads, buttons, or ribbon.

- Have fun and be creative!