One of the joys of watercolor painting, aside from its popularity and portability, is its diversity. As artists and craftspeople, we are always on the lookout for different methods to create something new. With the myriad of mediums available, the options for experimentation are pretty much endless! Wood has a natural grain that adds interest,…
Although paint is typically seen on a canvas, wood, or ceramics, paint can be applied almost anywhere. It’s a great way to add color and vibrancy to anything you want to customize. One of the more popular customizations taking over right now is for AirPods cases. As more people switch to wireless earbuds, AirPods are…
Using resin for DIY crafts has become a popular trend in recent years. Many people use resin to seal wood crafts, create homemade jewelry, encase custom tumblers, or even create decorative bowls, plates, and boxes. On its own, resin is a completely clear substance with no color added. It is fully transparent, allowing you to…
Wet on wet oil painting has been around for some time, but it is now gaining more popularity thanks to the amazing results it yields. Traditionally known as alla prima, wet on wet oil painting is a special painting technique using oil paints that creates a unique finish that no other art type can recreate….
Copic markers are a favorite amongst illustrators and artists worldwide, and they are definitely considered some of the best markers you could use! If you are considering purchasing some Copic markers for yourself, then you need to do a bit of research first, as they come with a considerable price tag. So, how do you…
Colored pencils belong in every artist’s toolkit because of their easy-to-use and clean design. Did you know that the same colored pencils can be used on black paper to create a unique effect? It’s easier than you think! What are the best colored pencils for black paper? Interestingly, not every type of colored pencil will…
Epoxy is a popular material used in DIY projects as well as home improvement projects. It has so many different applications that it can sometimes be difficult to know what to look for! So what are the best fast-set epoxy resins? It depends on the application. The setting time allows you time to fix your…
Although painting a room or two in your house may seem like a straightforward task, there are many steps to the process that make it more complicated than one might think. Most people know that before you paint, you need to buy your paint color and a primer, some paintbrushes, and painter’s tape. You’ll need…
Many DIYers prefer spray paint over brush painting. It is the speedier painting method of the two in both coverage and drying. However, at times the supposed quick drying time isn’t as fast as we anticipate. And if you’ve read this far, chances are you’ve had projects stalled or marred on several occasions because the…
If there’s one tool in every serious woodworker’s wish list or workshop, it must be a table saw. The super versatile power tool is a must-have for a range of cutting tasks, and the results are comparable to none. But what do you do if you don’t have a table saw? If you don’t have…