Table of Contents
Introduction vi
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Unicorn SPiT 1
Surface Preparation 2
Staining Wood, Concrete, Clay, or Other Porous, Sealed Surfaces 2
Raw Wood, Raw Concrete, Raw Clay, Canvas, Paper, Fabric 2
Determining Dilution Rates 2
How to Prepare Samples 2
Dilution Ratio Guide-Regular Unicorn SPiT 2
Recommended Diluting Agents 3
Liquid-Wood Canvas/Primer Concoction Formula 3
Color Mixing Guide (Color Wheel) 3
Unicorn SPiT on Different Types of Wood 4
Unicorn SPiT to Oil Paint Matches 11
DiY Alcohol iNK Chart 13
Sealing 14
Compatible Oil-based Sealers 14
Results from Finishes 14
General Uses 14
Laminated MDF or Poster Board 14
Laminate Countertop Surfaces 14
Glass Stain or Glass Paint 14
Automotive/Metal Paint 15
DIY Chalk Paste for Screen and Traditional Stencils 15
Fabric Paint or Dye-Ways to Apply 15
Semi-Permanent Fabric Coloring 15
Diluting with Water 15
Permanent Fabric Coloring 16
Fabric Medium/E6000 Spray Adhesive 16
E6000 Fabri-Fuse (DiY Fabric Paint/Ink for screen printing, stenciling, and stamping) 16
Fabric Protectant Spray/Fabric Waterproofing Spray 16
Medium Uses 16
Directions for use as a paint, glaze, or antiquing/dry brushing on non-porous/sealed wood, glass, metal, fabric, pottery, wicker, concrete, and laminate 16
DiY Self-Seating Stain 17
Directions for use as a self-sealing glaze, white or color wash, or antiquing agent 17
Directions for use as a dry/hard watercolor 17
Directions for use as a gel or liquid watercolor 17
Directions for use as a non-self-sealing wood stain or dye 17
Directions for use as an alcohol ink 18
Directions for use as an epoxy/resin tint 18
Directions for use in flow/fluid art 18
Why Is It Best to Use Unicorn SPiT in Pours and Flow Art? 18
Basic Techniques 19
Unicorn SPiT Tips to Remember 20
Chapter 2 Wood Dye and Stain 21
Americana Wood Blocks 22
Boho Woodburning Tissue Box 25
Wood Flowers 28
Mahogany-Colored Shot Box 31
Beach Shading 35
Mermaid Jewelry Box 41
Abstract Wood Stain Fine Art 46
Chapter 3 Glass 53
Marbled Vase 54
Seasonal Glass Shade 58
Faux Leaded Stained-Glass Owl 60
Carnival Glass Trinket Holder 66
Chandelier 69
Chapter 4 Metal 73
Metal Garden Flower 74
Rainbow Pride Tiara 77
Stain Press Tumbler 80
Gaming Zone Metal Sign 84
Blinging Belt Buckle 87
Chapter 5 Textiles 89
Sparkling Western Boots 90
Galaxy Canvas Shoes 92
Pop-up Tent 96
Personalized Pillows 99
String Art 102
Dreamcatcher 106
Upcycyled Wedding Dress 109
Ombre Lampshade 111
Rainbow Rose 114
Chapter 6 Paper and Canvas 117
Watercotor Painting 118
Fantasy Falls Faux Oil Painting 122
3-D Paper Bag Stars 127
Angel Faux Acrylic Painting 132
Balloon Smash on Canvas 140
Chapter 7 Clay, Concrete, and Plaster 143
Paper Clay 144
Cactus Pot 147
Ceramic Diffuser 151
Exterior Plaster Wall Art 154
Vibrant Concrete Floor 159
Alcohol INK Coasters 162
Chapter 8 Plastic and Cast Resin 165
Cosplay Shield 166
Faux Tarnished Brass Mirror Frame 171
Faux Patina Candlestick 173
Colorizing Doll Hair 176
Marbled Spray Bottle 179
Chapter 9 Fluid Arts 183
Faux Amethyst Bowl 184
Neptune Chest 189
Gemstone Side Table 194
Faux Labradorite Countertop 198
Chapter 10 Furniture 203
Tie-Dyed Organizer 204
Mariposa Live-Edge Table 209
Stylish Storage Cubby 213
Poppy Flower Table 217
From MDF to OMG Chest 223
Chapter 11 Signature Techniques 231
Crimson Color Wash Wine Caddy 232
Hummingbird Aura 237
Galaxy Chair 245
Sunset Table 248
Caribbean Color Wash Wine Caddy 253
Chapter 12 Redesign with the Change of Tine 259
Multi-Finish Jewelry Box 259
Conclusion: A Few Thoughts .269
Meet Michelle's SPiT Family 270
Resources 273
Acknowledgments 274
About the Author 276
