Steve J Posted April 27, 2019 Share #1 Posted April 27, 2019 I'd like to put sails on my model of the Sao Miguel. Pictures of the model show that the sails have huge crosses on them. Does anyone out there have any ideas how I can replicate these? I experimented with inks, marking pens, and paints but they all bleed over the edges of the outline, and are "washed out" on the reverse side. I don't mind redoing the decoration on the reverse side as long as the edges are sharp. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Steve J thibaultron 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted April 27, 2019 Share #2 Posted April 27, 2019 What material are you using for the sails? mtaylor and thibaultron 2 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve J Posted April 29, 2019 Author Share #3 Posted April 29, 2019 I'm using a fine mesh cotton fabric. thibaultron 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory Posted April 29, 2019 Share #4 Posted April 29, 2019 Quote , Do you have access to a printer? You could possibly use Tshirt transfer paper or decal sheet.. thibaultron 1 Quote “Indecision may or may not be my problem.” ― Jimmy Buffett Current builds: Rattlesnake (Scratch From MS Plans On Hold: HMS Resolution ( AKA Ferrett ) In the Gallery: Yacht Mary, Gretel, French Cannon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thibaultron Posted April 29, 2019 Share #5 Posted April 29, 2019 I don't think you have to decorate both sides. I beleave the cross was only painted on the front of the sail. Quote Ron Thibault Shipjack Carrie Price from Pyro kit, with upgraded detailing and history. Going From A 2D Drawing To A 3D Printed Part Tutorial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Rogers Posted April 29, 2019 Share #6 Posted April 29, 2019 I embroidered the sails on my Santa Maria. I would show pictures but she was sold. thibaultron 1 Quote Regards, Jim Rogers Damn the Torpedoes , Full speed ahead. Adm David Farragut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanyed Posted April 29, 2019 Share #7 Posted April 29, 2019 Druxey probably knows as much or more about painting various materials than anyone here, but you may find this product interesting. It gets great reviews: https://www.amazon.com/Jacquard-Products-JAC1000-Secondary-Assorted/dp/B00A6WIW70?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAINYWQL7SPW7D7JCA&tag=aboutcom02thesprucecrafts-20&linkCode=sp1&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00A6WIW70&ascsubtag=2578201|nb432bcfd89e84e259a00e359946186f814 Allan mtaylor and thibaultron 2 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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