{"product_id":"crackle-kit-texture-medium-2-step","title":"Crackle Kit Texture Medium (2 Step)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrackle Kit Texture Medium by Paint Couture. 2 part water-based crackle system. Use to create a cracked, aged and vintage effect on your mixed media projects.  Made in the USA. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint Couture Crackle Kit is a unique, water-based  two-step system designed to create stunning transparent glossy crackle finishes with incredible depth and durability. Step 1, “Size,” is applied first and helps determine the overall size and character of the crackle pattern. Achieve a fine line crackle network to a larger classic crackle pattern, depending on how thin or thick you apply Step 1; achieve varied crackle sizes when applied in varied thicknesses on the same project.  Step 2, “Crackle,” creates the beautiful transparent crackled finish that allows the underlying paint color to show through for a layered, artistic effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOnce dry, the crackle can be enhanced with Paint Couture Glazes, colored wax pastes or pigment powders to further highlight the intricate details and add even more dimension. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis finish is extremely durable and does not require a protective topcoat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eStep-by-Step Instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePaint your surface in the desired base color and allow it to dry completely.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApply one coat of Step 1 – Size. Allow it to dry for approximately 30 minutes.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApply Step 2 – Crackle using a brush. The direction of your brush strokes will influence the crackle pattern:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrush in straight lines for a more linear crackle effect.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse curved and varied brush strokes for a more organic, flowing crackle design.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe thickness of your application will also affect the final look:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThicker application = larger crackle patterns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThinner application = finer, smaller crackle details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVarying the thickness throughout your piece can create especially beautiful and artistic results.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDry time will vary depending on humidity levels, but in most cases the crackle will dry within 8–10 hours and be ready for glazing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTo enhance the crackle effect, apply Paint Couture Glaze, colored wax pastes, or pigment powder with a brush and gently remove the excess using cheesecloth.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOnce the glaze is dry, your finish is complete. No topcoat is necessary, as the crackle finish is highly durable.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy soap and water clean up.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePaint Couture - Premium Art Mediums for Decoupage, Resin Art, Scrapbooking and Home Decor Crafts. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the creative possibilities of the Paint Couture collection at Milton’s Daughter! We’re beyond excited to bring you this exceptional and ever-expanding line of premium-quality paints, art mediums, and texture products designed for makers, artists, furniture painters, mixed media enthusiasts, and DIY creatives alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint Couture offers an impressive selection of mineral paints, acrylic paints, topcoats, glazes, texture mediums, stencil pastes, wax pastes, two-part fine crackle medium, and specialty finishes that inspire endless artistic expression. From stone and grass textures to shimmering metallic acrylics, luxurious metallic stencil pastes, pigments, and specialty resins for resin art, every product is crafted to help you create stunning, professional-quality results with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProudly made in the USA as well as from globally resourced materials, Paint Couture products are water-based and most are formulated with little to no VOCs—meaning most contain no harsh chemicals or solvents and clean up easily with soap and water. Available in a variety of sizes for everything from small craft projects to large-scale furniture transformations, these products deliver outstanding performance at an affordable price point compared to other popular brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd one of our favorite features? Shelf stability! Most *non-paint Paint Couture products are specially formulated to last longer without drying out and can even withstand freezing temperatures multiple times without damage—making winter shipping to colder climates worry-free (*see individual product descriptions for specific information).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint Couture products are also the perfect companion to Iron Orchid Designs products, pairing beautifully with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"IOD Decor Molds by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/miltonsdaughter.com\/collections\/iod-moulds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIOD moulds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"IOD Stamps by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/miltonsdaughter.com\/collections\/iod-stamps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estamps\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"IOD Rub-On Transfers by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/miltonsdaughter.com\/collections\/iod-transfers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etransfers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"IOD Paint Inlays by Iron Orchid Designs\" href=\"https:\/\/miltonsdaughter.com\/collections\/paint-inlays\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epaint inlays\u003c\/a\u003e, and IOD décor projects of every kind. Their versatile formulas make them an excellent choice for decoupage, scrapbooking, mixed media art, resin art and junk journal creations as well. Whether you’re layering texture through stencils, creating aged and weathered finishes, adding metallic highlights, or sealing delicate paper elements, Paint Couture mediums provide exceptional results with effortless application. 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