Delft Traditions Noir Paint Inlay (IOD) Iron Orchids Designs- 12×16 Pad

Bring the timeless drama of Delft toile to your painted furniture with Delft Traditions Noir Paint Inlay by Iron Orchid Designs. Rendered entirely in crisp black on white, this collection draws from the rich tradition of European transfer-printed ceramics and toile de Jouy — pastoral cameos, intricate lace borders, dense all-over florals, and repeating geometric lattice — reimagined as a complete decorative vocabulary for furniture and home décor. Eight generous 12”×16” sheets give you everything you need to compose a scene that feels like a private collection of antique Delftware, brought to life on your painted surfaces.

Picture a painted armoire paneled with a dense climbing rose all-over, its borders framed with a bold acanthus scroll frieze and delicate lace edging, the whole composition punctuated by oval cameos of a horse, a ship, and a stag. Delft Traditions Noir is maximalist, moody, and utterly unforgettable.

What’s Included

• 8 sheets of paint inlay, each 12” × 16”
• Sheet 1 – Oval Cameos: 20 wreath-framed oval vignettes including Bear, Boar, Rooster, Duck, The Horse, Ship, Home Sweet Home, Bless This House, Sheep, Cow and Calf, The Stag, Cow, Bird, Rose, Apple Tree, Leaping Horse, Hare, Boar (running), Furniture vignette, and Vine with grapes
• Sheet 2 – Border Strips: delicate small-flower vine (narrow), medium rose-and-leaf garland (two widths), bold acanthus scroll frieze (black ground, two widths), fine floral stripe, scallop lace border, diamond lattice border, and cross-stitch border
• Sheet 3 – Geometric All-Over: full-sheet repeating quatrefoil/cross lattice pattern for background coverage
• Sheets 4 – 5 – Climbing Rose All-Over: two full-sheet repeating climbing rose and tendril patterns (slightly varied density) for seamless large-surface coverage
• Sheet 6 – Floral Bouquet & Scroll: large central floral basket bouquet with ribbon bow, flanking acanthus scroll border strip, and scattered floral sprigs
• Sheet 7 – Floral Sprays & Accents: large loose floral spray (roses, peonies, leaves), medium floral cluster, small individual flower and leaf accents
• Sheet 8 – Mixed Elements: additional cameo ovals, border strip repeats, and accent sprigs for fill and composition flexibility
• Palette: crisp black line work on a white ground — pairs beautifully with any painted background color

About IOD Paint Inlays

IOD Paint Inlays are not transfers — they are a decal. When applied, artisanal paint is embedded into your surface, leaving an almost leather-like finish. The results are visually interesting, texturally complex, and may appear inherently distressed. The paint formula remains ‘active’ until sealed, allowing you to blend, soften, or add color before finishing.

How to Apply

1. Plan the layout of your designs on your surface.
2. Trim away the excess margins on each inlay sheet.
3. On an appropriately prepared surface, apply a generous and even coat of mineral-based chalk type paint. Work in small sections no larger than 12”×16”, managing the drying window.
4. While the paint is still wet, lay the inlay sheet design-side down (grids are printed on the back for easy identification). Keep it taut.
5. Spritz lightly with an even mist of water. Using a smooth damp sponge or folded soft cloth, pat down with even light pressure to ensure the design makes good contact. Avoid excessive moving or dragging.
6. Repeat steps 3–5 to complete your design, lining up sections as appropriate.
7. Allow to dry thoroughly. Drying time varies by conditions; typically an hour or two is sufficient.
8. When ready to remove, spritz the sheets evenly with water and allow 15–30 seconds to absorb. Starting at one corner, gently pull the paper up at a low angle. Re-spritz and wait if it does not release easily.
9. Once dry, you may use water to blend out or soften the design, or add color — the pigment remains movable and active until sealed.
10. Seal with at least two coats of a water-based sealer (50/50 sealer/water dilution spritzed on, then brush on your finish coat). A minimum of two coats is recommended.

Tips for Best Results

• Store at room temperature in a dry area until ready to use.
• Use a chalk-type paint that does not contain polymers for best results.
• Paints and coatings vary dramatically between manufacturers — always test on a scrap when uncertain.
• The inlay will appear a shade or two lighter before sealing, and will darken a bit when sealed. If doing a low-contrast color combination, test first.
• You can often get a beautifully faded impression with residual pigment on leftover sheets — sometimes even a third impression is possible!

US Patent 11,345,183. Made in China. All designs are property of Iron Orchid Designs®. All rights reserved.