Originally Posted by janeknapp

My friend suggested applying GEL MEDIUM brushing only on the watercolored areas. This makes the color permanent...more than just heat setting...especially if it will be washed. I have no idea what this does to the fabric as far as stiffness. It might be worth trying after stitching. I haven't used this. Check out descriptions of fabric medium and gel medium on Google.

Gel medium is different than aloe vera gel. Buy gel medium at Michael's or an art supply store.