The process of painting can be a bit frustrating. Painting is one of those home improvement projects that you really don’t want to do again for a while after it’s done. The fumes, the color choices, the physical labor – we could all do without it. But one fact that we can’t deny is that…
Have you ever wished that there was a single type of glue for every occasion? Well, you’re in luck, because Gorilla Glue is the one glue for all of your DIY needs. With fast dry times, easy glue clean-up, and a variety of different products to choose from – Gorilla’s got you covered on any…
Bookbinding is a craft as old as books themselves. Artists and craftsmen have spent a few hundred years perfecting the craft. Bookbinding is a calming and rewarding process enjoyed by both professionals and hobbyists alike. The art of bookbinding requires you to invest in a few different tools and raw materials like threads, paper, and…
Bookbinding and sewing have a lot of things in common in terms of tools, techniques, and the level of patience required. If you are already familiar with some sewing techniques and stitches, the art of bookbinding may come naturally to you since some of the stitches are very similar. What are the best book binding…
If you are an artist, then you probably know how important it is to have paint thinners around. As a versatile solvent, there are so many ways to use paint thinners in your work. Of course, the first purpose of paint thinner is to “thin” out paint for airbrushing, pouring, or for a lighter application….
The rise of digital art tools hasn’t quite overshadowed the humble pencil and sketch pad for drawing anime and manga. Drawing the traditional way can tend to be easier if you’re not well-versed in the digital world or if you’re just starting out drawing in general. For beginner anime artists, the one question that always…
If you are just starting to learn about bookbinding, all of the different techniques, materials, and stitches may seem confusing to you. You should know that many people – including experienced bookbinders – can feel confused at times, especially when the stitches appear so similar. So, what’s the difference between a kettle stitch and a…
Tapestry used to require a lot of skills and craftsmanship, as you needed to be able to map out a chart with the stitches and colors to create a pattern. Nowadays, there are a lot of tapestry needlepoint kits with pre-printed templates and all of the required tools that you will need to make beautiful…
Acrylic paints are every craftsman’s best friend. With a water-soluble formula that vanishes when it dries, they can be used for virtually any project. Undoubtedly, they are all-around versatile and valuable paints for many different types of projects. However, if you’re an artist, then chances are you’ve experienced the frustration of a dried-up acrylic paint…
The first journal I ever bound came apart in about a week. The stitching held fine. It was the glue that failed, a bottle of basic school glue that dried stiff and cracked the third or fourth time I opened the cover. That flop taught me what every binder figures out sooner or later: the…