Picture of Choosing the paint
This is where the right materials make all the difference! Acrylic fabric paint is your best bet—it’s designed for textiles, dries nicely, and won’t flake or crack easily. However, if you’re working with a tight budget or want to experiment, regular interior wall paint can also work. Just keep in mind that it’ll make the rug stiffer and harder to the touch. (I tried both before settling on fabric paint, and choose slightly softer finish).