Why should I buy a professional fabric backdrop rather than going to a fabric store to buy fabric to use?
I understand I'd need to sew a hem for the background support, and that I'd need heavy material, but what other benefits are there? It seems so much cheaper to buy something from a craft store. Thanks for your answers.
I would go for it if you are shooting B&W. When it comes to color that is a different ball game. I have several backdrops created from muslin fabric that I dyed in a plastic trash can. You'll need at least two colors (or a black and a gray) to give a mottled effect. If I want a solid color I would use back drop paper....it's cheap and if you care for it, reuseable. You want to start with the gray. Find a point slightly above the center of the piece you want to dye. This is where you hold the cloth. Insert the outside edges into the dye first. This will allow the dye to give a darker shade on the outside field of the backdrop. Keep pushing the cloth into the can. It will all most fill it. By stuffing the cloth into the can you get an uneven tone across the fabric. After you wait the recommended time the fabric out and allow it to dry. I then repeat the process with a diluted black dye.
I offer a caution. Don't expect to get a perfect backdrop on the first try. It took me three tries to get something I liked. Muslin was cheap so I was only out $20 a pop (compared to over a hundred for a colored pro backdrop). It is messy like you would imagine. But it was fun and I still use it today (over 7 years old). I have a large canvas bag that I stuff the backdrop in that leaves it wrinkled. I drape it over chairs, light stands and small bushes with little thought about damaging it. I wouldn't feel the same about one I paid $400. But again this is B&W. I have a tobacco colored one that I bought from a studio friend that works great.
|
|
Microplane 34007 Kitchen Cut-Protection Glove $5.96 Accident protection for the prudent. The Microplane Cut Resistant Glove allows for safer food preparation with its uniquely constructed, machine washable, light weight and comfortable design. Made from man-made fibers, the ""one size fits most"" glove molds quickly to fit either hand. We recommend that you use this glove for all your food preparation requiring sharp tools. Keep in mind that you st... |
|
|
Dritz Sweater Stone Clothing Care $4.06 SWEATER STONE-This convenient tool removes pilling and renews the finish of sweaters naturally. It was created to restore the look of knits and sweaters without exposing them to the rigors of dry cleaning. Sweater Stone is made of natural pumice that quickly lifts away pilling and revitalizes knitted garments. Its versatility allows use on a wide range of fabrics including furniture and polar f... |
|
|
Mefix Self-Adhesive Fabric Tape. Width: 2 (5cm) x 11 yards, Quantity: 1 Roll $8.99 Mefix Self-Adhesive Fabric Tape. Width: 2" (5cm), Quantity: 1 Roll Porous, nonwoven fabric ensures air and water vapor permeability. Stretchable fabric conforms well to body contours and allows unrestricted movement. Non-absorbent to prevent blood and fluid strike-through. Provides secure fixation, while remaining gentle on the skin. Release paper is premeasured in 4' (10cm) intervals and has a pe... |
|
|
RAGGTOPP Convertible Top Care Kit - Fabric $26.76 The kit that has it all! You get both the Raggtopp Fabric Cleaner and Fabric Protectant in this single kit. Take care of cleaning, regenerating, and protecting your fabric convertible top with this all inclusive kit! Aaah... You're already sighing in relief because of the very existence of this all inclusive kit. You're about to give your car top a dream vacation, and it just may inspire you to ta... |
|
|
Permatex 25247 Fabric Repair Kit $9.93 Repairs automobile upholstery, carpet, clothing and furniture. Matches popular colors and textures. Contains: 7 cups fabric repair compound in assorted colors (net 1/8 fl. oz.), 2 cups fabric air dry adhesive (net 1/8 fl. oz.), screen applicator, application spatula, mixing bottle, instruction card with color-matching chart. Suggested Applications:Automotive and home fabric upholstery and carpet, ... |