PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A CONCENTRATED PAINT AND NEEDS TO BE DILUTED WITH OUR DISTILLED WATER THINNERS FOR BEST RESULTS.
(SEE OTHER LISTINGS)
(PHOTO SHOWS WASHES FOR CORRECT COLOUR - HOWEVER YOU WILL RECEIVE THE CONCENTRATED VERSION)
IF YOU WANT THE READY TO USE WASH PLEASE ALSO SEE OTHER LISTINGS - THANK YOU.
Welcome to the Special Care Nursery Air Dry Reborning Paints Range.
This listing is for
A 30ml bottle of our CONCENTRATED Dark Mottling Blush Wash.
The washes are
formulated from a variety of pigments and mediums to allow them to be
compatible with the vinyl surface of reborn baby parts.
Dries enough to
re-coat in around 10 minutes depending on conditions.
This allows plenty of time to work the paint but there is always an
option to add a small amount of our Slow Drying Medium should a longer drying time be preferred - this makes them
totally flexible!
Please read full
instructions below for optimum information.
Extra bottles posted free with this item - please request a combined invoice BEFORE paying.
This
paint system is totally new and are designed to revolutionise the
reborning world by making it much easier for beginners to take up this
fantastic art with much success.
The
paints are also ideal for reborners who are still gaining confidence in
mixing colours or simply for those who just don't want the hassle of
mixing paints and thinners!
There
is a lot of information and instructions further down this listing - if
you have the time it is worth the read as it may be extremely useful.
The
starter set has been tested by a selection of reborners around the
world who have offered valuable feedback on how we could perfect this
starter set and we have taken all their comments on board.
Some questions answered.- Are they
safe? Yes, totally. All the components are tested to British safety
standards and do not require any health safety warnings on the labels.
- Can the paints
and thinners be posted? Yes, they are totally non-flammable and
unrestricted unlike Odourless mineral thinners which are now illegal and
prohibited within the postal system.
- Do they
need to be heat dried? No, they dry quickly in air within 10 minutes
– ready to add the next layer.
- What if I
work much slower? No problem, you just need to add a little of our ‘Slow
Drying Medium’ and you can adjust the drying time to suit your pace.
- What if I
make a mistake? No problem, whilst they are still wet they will
simply wipe off effortlessly with a sponge and water.
- Do they
need a base coat? No, unlike some other air dry paint ranges they
are properly formulated to adhere straight to the vinyl. There is no beading or
struggling to work the paint onto the vinyl surface.
- Will the
colours stay true? Yes, absolutely. All oil based paints yellow over
time depending on how much light they are subjected to – including Genesis
paints. Our paints have no oil in at all and the colours will always remain
true.
- Can they
rub off over time? Absolutely not! Once set they cannot be rubbed
off no matter how hard you might try (I have actually damaged the vinyl on one
baby whilst scratching away to test their permanence – the vinyl has a decent
scratch on it but the colour is still there!)
- What if I
want to remove paint that has dried? No problem, paint removers will
strip the paint off.
- Why are
there such strange colours in the set? The colours are designed from an
anatomical aspect. They represent the shades in the layers of real flesh and
skin, building up a very natural and realistic look for your reborn babies.
- What if I
want to vary my skin tones? Not a problem. You can vary the amounts of
each layer you apply to achieve different looks i.e. more layers of pigment for
darker/jaundiced look; more blues and darker reds for newborn and mottled
looks.
- Why are
there no ethnic colours? There will be after the New Year. The paints
are being released in stages. This starter set enables the easy production of
all Caucasian skin tones.
- What if I
want to mix my own colours? The whole range is fully interchangeable.
Any of the washes, detailing paints, mediums and pure paints can be mixed with
each other.
- What are ‘Pure
Paints’? The bottles in the starter set are ready to use mixes of pure
paints, mediums and distilled thinners. A full range of mediums, thinners and
pure paints will be available after the New Year. The pure paints are the
concentrated pigments (similar to the jars of Genesis paints) which will be
available for experienced reborners or those who want to totally experiment and
mix all their own paints from scratch for a totally unique look.
We have posted images below of the few examples we have so far and will add more as they arrive.
The 6 ready-mixed detailing paints in 10ml dropper bottles.
The 6 ready-mixed washes in 30ml bottles.
Ella by Dollimixtures reborned by Elaine Ninnis - painted using the starter set of paints.
Ella by Dollimixtures reborned by Elaine Ninnis - painted using the starter set of paints.
Graham by Joanna Kazmierczak reborned by Elaine Ninnis - painted using the starter set of paints.
Graham by Joanna Kazmierczak reborned by Elaine Ninnis - painted using the starter set of paints.
Nils Legler reborned by April Yap - painted using the starter set of paints.
Fantastic belly plate painted simply with the starter set of paints by April Yap.
Fantastic belly plate painted simply with the starter set of paints by April Yap.
Special
Care Nursery Air dry paints for reborning
Introduction
We were inspired to develop these
paints for many reasons but the primary reasons being health worries, ease of
use and cost!
Although most vinyl kits are now
phthalphate and lead free we really do not know for sure what health risks may
arise from continued exposure to heating the vinyl parts when setting the heat
dry oil paints. My main concern was for my family – I did not want to find out
down the line that I had damaged them in any way by exposing them to fumes that
may be revealed as toxic in some way.
I wanted paints that were
non-toxic and dried without heat. I wanted them to be easy to use, versatile
and flexible. Most of all I wanted quality without the expense!
After over a year of research,
investigation, experimentation and recently trial runs – I am finally happy
with the range we developed and are thrilled to be able to share them with you J
There is information available on
all the ranges and mediums along with basic information and instructions for
use.
We are sure you will be as happy
with them as we are but if you have any further questions or queries we will be
more than happy to help.
Enjoy them!
Warmest regards,
Gill x
Special
Care Nursery Air dry paints for reborning
The paint range
The paint range consists of:-
· Washes
· Detailing
paints
· Pure
paint
· Mediums
Washes
These washes are available in 3oml bottles and are ready to
use. They are available in a number of shades and are designed for application
with a damp sponge. They consist of a combination of pigments and mediums with
the specific ability to stick to vinyl providing subtle results that can built
upon – layer after layer. There are neutralising shades along with a variety of
washes for building up a variety of skin tones. (Ethnic skin tones are not
tested yet but should be available before Christmas).
The washes can be used as they are but are also fully mixable
with other paints and mediums in the range if you want to tweak the shades,
texture, consistency or drying time. The washes are a perfect product for
beginners or those who are not confident with mixing colours or those who do
not want to waste time constantly mixing their paints. They also provide a
wonderful base for those who like to experiment.
Detailing paints
These paints are bottled in 10ml bottles with tamper proof
lids. They have a ‘dropper stopper’ that allows you to add drops of paint to
your palette to avoid waste. You can remove this stopper and use straight from
the bottle if preferred. They are designed to be used with a brush and again
consist of a mixture of pigments and mediums for direct application to the
vinyl but can also be mixed with any of the products from the range.
The detailing paints are slightly thicker in consistency and
not as ‘watery’. They are lightly pigmented like the washes which makes them
subtle and easy to use.
They are available in colour ranges for creases, eyelids,
veining, nail tips and lips. I am considering paints for blemishes, cuts, milk
spots and stork bites – depending on demand J
Pure Paints
These are basically as the title! Sold in 10ml pots these are
the paints without any mediums added. Small amounts can be used to add to the
bottles of washes or detailing paints for changing or enhancing the base
shades.
Alternatively they can be mixed from scratch (similar to
mixing Genesis paints) with mediums and/or distilled thinner for unique shades,
viscosity and texture. The colours are all similar to the colours in the
Genesis paint range including most Genesis reborning shades.
Mediums
The air dry paints are basically water based but they cannot
be mixed with just water. If you want to mix your own from the pure paint you
will need to mix in other mediums from the range. The mediums are:-
· Distilled
water thinner – for dilution*
· Bonding
medium – responsible for making the paint stick!
· Thinning
medium – Dilutes the colour, not the consistency.
· Thick
medium – For maintaining texture e.g. with eyebrows.
· Slow
drying medium – Extends the drying time of the paint.
· Matte
varnish
· Satin
varnish
· Gloss
varnish
*Distilled water thinner is
highly recommended for diluting the pure paints. Tap water has many additives
and impurities that may affect the pigments over time. It can form a scum on
the paint, develop an awful smell and can even grow mould L
Bottled drinking water and
filtered water still contain trace elements and minerals that may also affect
the paint over time so are not recommended either. These same adverse effects
can also occur over time with de-ionised water which is purer than the others
but not as pure as distilled water which is literally condensed steam.
Instructions on all the mediums
are available in the instruction leaflet although most of them are self
explanatory.
Prices
Washes - £3.95 for 30mls (£20.00
for 6 x 30mls bottles – starter set offer.) Individual prices £23.70 (saving
£3.70).
Detailing paint - £3.50 for 10mls
(£18 for 6 x 10mls dropper bottles – starter set offer.) Individual prices
£21.00 (saving £3.00).
Combined set of both washes and
detailing paints for only £35.00 saving a massive £9.70 on individual prices!!
Pure paint - £3.50 for
10mls
Mediums - £2.75 for a 10ml
dropper bottle; £4.25 for a 30ml bottle.
Postage will be £3.25 within the
UK regardless of quantity.
Instructions
for using the Special Care Nursery air dry paints for reborning
Thank you for choosing our paints for your reborning – we are
sure you will enjoy using them and that you will be pleased with how easy to
use they are. They are totally versatile and are suited to reborn artists of
all skill levels. They are specifically designed to work well on vinyl with the
correct, easy preparation!
They are safe and quick to use – no baking required to set and
no potential health risks from fumes for yourself or your family.
The following information provides guidelines for use,
allowing you to be flexible and introduce your own artistic skills.
Preparation
Unlike a lot of air dry paints the paints are totally
compatible with the vinyl surface making them permanent. They will not fade,
rub off or yellow (over time oil paints can yellow depending on a lack of
continued light source) so their colour will remain true. However, they do not
mix with oil so it is essential your vinyl parts are oil free before you start.
Any oils or impurities can easily be removed by wiping over all parts with
odourless thinners and a clean cosmetic wedge/sponge.
If you are using these paints purely for health reasons and do
not want to use any odourless thinners, it is absolutely fine to ‘bath’ your
vinyl parts in washing up liquid (this is more suitable than ‘baby bath’ which
isn’t as powerful at de-greasing). If you are cleaning the vinyl this way
please ensure that you only wash the outside of the parts – if water gets
inside the parts it may not dry properly and can form mouldy patches that can
show through.
Make sure you keep your hands oil/grease free and work in a
dust free environment away from lint or pet hairs!
Applying
the washes
The washes form the basis of all the skin tones. They are made
with no added chemicals – they have an oudour similar to emulsion paint which
is normal. They are a combination of pigments, mediums and distilled water
thinners specifically designed to adhere to vinyl. They are designed to build
layers of the natural tones in real baby flesh and do not contain a ‘flesh’
colour paint which can be ‘flat’ and not as realistic. They can be used
straight from the bottle (add a small amount to a palette or ramekin and dab
all over with a clean damp sponge) or can be thinned down if preferred with
distilled water and bonding medium (these items are available separately or as
a readymade combination for simplicity). They can be mixed together (e.g. mint
and blue wash mixed together in varying amounts to make unique colours and
shades or they can be made thicker by adding small amounts of ‘pure paint’ in
the same shade or another shade to change the colour to suit your preferences. They
dry quickly – in around 10 minutes so the next coat can be applied almost
straight away. If they dry too quickly for you, one drop of slow drying medium
can be added to 5 drops of paint – don’t add more than this or the paint may
not dry.
Shake/mix well – the pigments and mediums will separate – this
is normal. (The bonding medium will froth on shaking so it may be easier to mix
with a small brush when the bottles are still full as the bubbles make shaking
more difficult due to lack of space – don’t use a large brush when the bottle
is full – it may overflow.)
Summary
·
IMPORTANT! Degrease all
vinyl ideally with odourless thinners (i.e. Bob Ross), alternatively neat
washing up liquid.
If using washing up liquid –
Rinse thoroughly with plain water and allow to dry.
Shake/mix well – the
pigments and mediums will separate – this is normal.
Apply to a clean, DAMP/WET
sponge with a brush (blotting to remove excess if needed) - dab all over
vinyl parts.
Apply mint wash layers to
tone down pink/red vinyl to a natural skin tone.
Apply blue wash to tone down
orange coloured vinyl to a natural skin tone.
Add extra blue layers to
give a deep venous tint to the flesh shade.
Add a ‘pigment wash’ now – this
gives depth to the skin tones and replicates fat layers and melanin
pigments.
Add layers of mottling
shades with a WET sea sponge or pluck out ‘holes’ from a WET cosmetic
wedge and dab lightly for mottled appearance.
Add extra layers of mottling
wash shades to cheeks, feet elbows etc.
Apply detailing paints with
a WET brush. Add more blue wash or pigmented wash if required.
REPLACE LIDS when not in use
– they WILL eventually dry out if not.
Keep brushes and sponges wet
or clean as the paint will set on them.
Applying
the detailing paints
These paints are fairly self explanatory. They are applied
with a clean, damp brush to simulate veins and to creases, eyelids, lips,
nails, nail tips and brows. Shake/mix well and ALWAYS replace the caps. The
dropper top can be removed if required but do replace as it keeps the bottle
air tight when the lid is replaced.
They are of a thicker consistency to avoid ‘bleeding’ but are
still subtle and can be used directly from the bottle or mixed with other
paints/mediums in the range in the same way the washes can.
All the products in the range are interchangeable!
Have fun experimenting! If you have any further questions
please do ask.
Warmest regards
Gill x