How to decorate shows? (dye, marker, paint?)

Hey all! I am going to decorate a pair of converse, but im not sure how to go about it. what would last the longest? what is easiest?
I am doing a simple rainbow pattern, but not in a tie dye way.

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5 replies since 20th April 2010 • Last reply 20th April 2010

Reply #1:

If you want to go the cheap route ...Permanent markers are perfect. I've always used them, and they stay on for a REALLY long time.
And if they ever do fade or anything, you can just color over them again...thats what i usually do.

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Reply #2:

id figure maybe fabric markers, because permanent markers would smudge if they got wet, no?

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Reply #3:

the beauty of PERMANENT markers (like sharpies, etc.) is that they defy water. Happy

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Reply #4:

Permanent markers never smudge on me ....they just fade slowly over time.

If you want fabric markers, i just bought a cheap pack at walmart for $10 w/ 6 different colors in it. Im using them to make t-shirts. Happy first time, so idk how long they last. I'm guessing a long time.
If u use fabric Paint, their usually $1 something for 1 mini bottle at walmart. But it'll leave texture, and could get messy cuz it takes a while to dry. I'm guessing thatll last a really long time too.

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Reply #5:

I've used Tulip fabric paints before in the little tubes, comes in; Glossy, Pearl, Glitter, Neon and most of them are 3D if you're after that effect? Never tried markers, but from what the others are saying it's worth a go...

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