Next, the canvas needs to be removed from its stretcher. The edges of the canvas are ironed to flatten the surface. The edges of the canvas stay bent from decades of being stuck in the same position.

Gently clean the canvas surface with a soft brush to remove any loose debris. Be careful not to dislodge already placed ...

It turned out there was just enough to cover a 12″ x 16″ canvas, so the wheels started turning. I then looked through my surface bin, and found a wood bird cutout. Don’t remember when or ...