Harness sunlight to make photographic prints, photograms, and shadow-prints on fabric or paper—fast. The SolarFast™ Starter Kit includes everything you need to start (just add your own fabric or artist paper). Paint SolarFast on your surface, place objects or a film negative , expose to sun/UV for minutes, and rinse. The dyes develop color and become permanent only in light , leaving fabric soft to the touch and paper unchanged in texture —ideal for mixed-media. Great for: first-time users, kids (with supervision), photographers, printmakers, quilters, teachers, and makers of all kinds. Yield: up to 8 T-shirts or several dozen paper prints (depending on design/coverage).
What’s in the Box:
- SolarFast dyes (3 × 2 fl oz / 59.15 ml): Orange, Violet, Blue
- SolarFast Wash (1 × 2 fl oz / 59.15 ml)
- Jacquard Film Marker
- 3 × SolarFast Film (for inkjet negatives)
- 6 small sponges , gloves , 8 T-pins
- Backer board , cotton test fabric
- Quick Start Guide
- Item: JSD9000
How It Works (Quick):
- Coat fabric/paper with SolarFast using a brush/sponge/brayer.
- While damp , arrange objects or a film negative on top.
- Expose to sunlight/UV (minutes; check guide for timing).
- Rinse/Wash: remove undeveloped dye (use SolarFast Wash on fabric).
- Dry . Your print is permanent, washable & lightfast .
Techniques: Painting • Photograms • Negative prints • Tie-dye • Screen printing • Stamping • Batik • Fold/shadow prints
Surfaces: All natural fibers & porous surfaces: cotton, linen, canvas, silk, hemp, wood, rag papers , and more.
Why You’ll Love It:
- No heat setting or steaming required
- High detail with film negatives; dramatic silhouettes with objects
- Fabric remains soft ; paper has zero relief
- Classroom-friendly, fast results
Notes & Safety:
- Work with gloves ; protect surfaces.
- Supervise children; avoid ingestion/eye contact.
- Store dyes away from direct light/heat; close caps promptly.
