how would you do this

[flyingcuda]

do i have to have a dye on first before hi lite? or can i just get the hi lite into the impressions then a finish? to dye or not to dye...that is the question. thanks

[tashabear]

Adding a solvent will not lighten a dye; all it does is make it thinner. It's like adding water to paint. The consistency changes, but the hue stays the same. You need to add something to reflect more light, like white dye/paint (just don't mix dye with paint, that'd just be a mess!). By the same token, to make a color darker, you add something to absorb light, like black.

[flyingcuda]

when you say paint...what kind of paint can be used on leather? i didn't think paint would soak into the leather. i've seen mention of acrylic paint, is it just regular acrylic or is there a special one used for leather...if not does it need to be mixed with anything? i thought it would dry and crack. i've been self taught up till i found this haven on earth