Hooknink Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 I was looking through a seldom used drawer and found some of my Mom's old nightgowns I'd kept when she passed. They're cotton flannel. I'd like to maybe use some for wallpaper. Is that possible with that material and how should I apply it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sable Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 Test with wallpaper paste Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 How about trying to put it on backing paper or card stock & then affixing to the walls. You will probably need to seal it with a matt sealer of some sort also, to protect it from dust etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooknink Posted February 28, 2017 Author Share Posted February 28, 2017 Should I put it on some kind of paper/cardboard first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooknink Posted February 28, 2017 Author Share Posted February 28, 2017 Could a light coat of modpoge (modgepodge) work over top? What about spray adhesive to stick on walls? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 Liquid laundry starch is a good "glue" for sticking cloth to the walls or ceiling (and renders it easily removable should you wish to replace it later on). I would prime the walls with a light colored paint first and attach directly to the wall unless you wish to use a backing for some other reason. I would not use any kind of top coating unless you want to knock down the fuzzy surface texture of the flannel. I once inherited a room box that had been "papered" with a light colored cotton cloth that had not been coated with anything. The dust that had collected was easily removed with a burst of canned air. This thread is a good example of how many ways there are to skin any particular cat and what a great place this forum is for brainstorming challenges. Experiment, then go with what feels right to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooknink Posted February 28, 2017 Author Share Posted February 28, 2017 Couldn't agree more. It's especially great for us newbies. I do appreciate the help and various methods things can be done.Thanks everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L Swearengin Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 on my first built (before the dinosaurs) I used fabric for wall paper. I used spray adhesive. it is still holding after 30+ years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolephan Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 I'm with Kathie, you don't need paper for a backing. I "wallpapered" my real kitchen (base housing) with fabric and liquid starch and it turned out great.(I soaked the fabric in the liquid starch and stuck it on the walls) Three years later when we moved, I pulled it off the walls easily. I even washed the fabric and have since used it for quilt backs. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 I only ever have used fabric on a wall one time, and I didn't have any starch, so I used my wallpaper paste. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooknink Posted February 28, 2017 Author Share Posted February 28, 2017 1 hour ago, nolephan said: I'm with Kathie, you don't need paper for a backing. I "wallpapered" my real kitchen (base housing) with fabric and liquid starch and it turned out great.(I soaked the fabric in the liquid starch and stuck it on the walls) Three years later when we moved, I pulled it off the walls easily. I even washed the fabric and have since used it for quilt backs. That sounds so cool. I like thinking I won't really "mess up" the fabric and if I want to frame it later I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolephan Posted February 28, 2017 Share Posted February 28, 2017 What a neat way to remember your mom. go for it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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