I paint my stones, so I don't do much experimenting with alternative processes. However, I do know you can, but there's ratios of colorant to cement, that need to be adhered to in order to not compromise the integrity of the cement. I think it's somewhere in the limits of 10% colorant to 90% range, and probably need to adjust the water, too. I'm sorry I'm not able to give you a definitive answer, but I don't want to steer you wrong. Reach out to the customer service for the cement product you use, for best advice. Thank you for watching and good luck! ✨
@ebmhen25 күн бұрын
@@ArtbyRMalloyThanks so much.
@yishah-fm4dk2 ай бұрын
Very nice ❤
@ArtbyRMalloy2 ай бұрын
Thank you! ✨
@tinamcelyea59724 ай бұрын
You should look into a mini vibrating table top machine to help with the bubbles.
@judymilam4 ай бұрын
What do you seal them with after painting
@ArtbyRMalloy4 ай бұрын
Hi Judy, I give 2 coats of Rustoleum 2X Ultra Cover spray sealer. They have Semi-Gloss Clear, Matte or Gloss finish. Depending on the type of paint I use, Chalk - Semi-Gloss or Matte, or Gloss for a high shine. I personally prefer the Matte or Semi-Gloss… my husband wants everything Glossy. You can also use a thin coat of epoxy resin. Follow the directions for your product, they are not all the same. I have tested UV resin, however I suggest you test it yourself. UV resin is quick setting once exposed to UV lamp or Sunlight, so getting a good even coating, without drips can be tricky. It’s okay for flat surfaces, but I much prefer the Rustoleum.
@terrygaume39755 ай бұрын
Thabk you!
@ArtbyRMalloy5 ай бұрын
You're welcome! ✨
@yolizcalderon92375 ай бұрын
Yo hago igual moldes ya tengo un mes probando ese fraguado me gusto al principio no sabia ni como pero ahora me entan saliendo cada vez mas bonitas ❤ saludos
@ArtbyRMalloy5 ай бұрын
Yes, this works well for me, especially after doing it a few times it gets quicker and easier!! I’m glad your results are positive ✨ Thank you for watching and commenting!! 💕
@nattyw4957 ай бұрын
Enjoyed video found it interesting and informative 💛🇺🇲🇨🇦✍🎨
@ArtbyRMalloy7 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you! ❤️✨
@nattyw4957 ай бұрын
Enjoyed video found it interesting and informative liked the color combinations. 💛🇺🇲🇨🇦✍🎨
@ArtbyRMalloy7 ай бұрын
Thank you, this one is a favorite of mine!🥰 💗
@nattyw4957 ай бұрын
Enjoyed this video the color combinations are really lovely, i subscribed to your channel..season greetings to all dotting community..💛🇺🇲🇨🇦✍☃️
@ArtbyRMalloy7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed my colors and video, and thank you for subscribing! I'm very happy you are here 💕 Seasons greetings to you and yours!! 🎊❤️✨
@anitamraj7 ай бұрын
Beautiful and looks easy. Thankyou
@ArtbyRMalloy7 ай бұрын
Thank you! It's really fun to watch the pattern take shape 🥰 I hope you enjoy giving it a go! ✨
@suzanneperkins55458 ай бұрын
thank you so much, you stones are beautiful!
@ArtbyRMalloy8 ай бұрын
Hi Suzanne, Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you enjoyed them ❤️✨
@tialilianaone8 ай бұрын
I loved it! Thank you for sharing!!🙌🙌🙌🙌
@ArtbyRMalloy8 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!! ❤️✨
@barbmeyer83108 ай бұрын
I love your videos, glad I came across this
@ArtbyRMalloy8 ай бұрын
Hi Barb, Thank you so much!! I'm glad you found me, too!! 🥰✨
@normawingo51169 ай бұрын
Thanks, I’m new at dotting, but it makes everything else go away, woohoo! These are a great way to practice.
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Ah, yes!! Fun practice! Pure enjoyment and relaxation! Welcome to your new obsession!! 🥰💕✨
@caroledevries38589 ай бұрын
Love this. I will try to see if I can do it. Have a bad arm because of a fall but feel it’s time for me to attempt this. Thank you for this tutorial 😊
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Thank you & you're welcome 💕 I'm sorry about your arm! 😟 I hope it's a healing injury, and you'll be able to enjoy making this. (Maybe even a gentle form of physical therapy?) 🙏✨
@michelleellis42369 ай бұрын
Wow that is stunning ❤
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Aww, thank you so much! 🥰❤️✨
@rachelkendall34599 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip about metallic paints being more stringy than others. I'm very new to dotting and hadn't noticed yet, but this will be very helpful info!! Just found your channel today and love all the vids I've seen so far, I'm a huge fan of your color choices!
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Hi, Thank you so much for all your kind words.🥰 I'm very happy you found my channel and my metallic paint tip! It's one of those things I (painfully) learned on my own, so I'm glad to save you from that experience. I hope you enjoy the rest of my videos and color choices just as much! ❤️✨
@daschakaufmann30059 ай бұрын
Sehr schön.
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Thank you!! ✨
@atspecialtycements9 ай бұрын
Where can I buy the rock molds ?
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Happy Dotting Co.
@dawnbristow33949 ай бұрын
Just gorgeous!
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Thank you, Dawn 💕 I love this little piece, I have another in Wedgewood, similar, (but different, 😉) here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXOuc6ulr8yrjas I'm happy you're enjoying 💕🥰✨
@dawnbristow33949 ай бұрын
Your work is so beautiful! I've been watching your videos and I'm so impressed with your attention to detail- you're just like me!😂 I love your work!❤
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Hi Dawn, Thank you! I'm so happy you're here and enjoying my art. Details! Yes!! 🥰😀💕
@carolnelson19329 ай бұрын
Excellent! Love all your “chalk” colored designs with the pearl . All colors. Hope you don’t mind if I copy a few. Thanks for sharing
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Hi, Thank you for watching, and I'm happy you are enjoying my colors and designs as much as you are. Chalk paint is easy to work with, and the colors.💕..!! I don't mind, I'm happy to know I've inspired you 🥰 Have Fun! ❤️✨
@janicevaughan61639 ай бұрын
Love this. It’s so different! Xx
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Hi 👋 Thank you! I love this technique, it’s so much fun to blend colors! It’s a surprise every time 🎉 I hope you enjoy doing it, too. 🥰✨
@user-qe1lx6dl9h9 ай бұрын
Just beautiful. I have a question. On the hologram. Is it a colored glitter or is it the Folkart 2796?
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Hi, Yes, that's Folk Art Glitter Paint 2796!! I love it, and use it on just about everything 😊 lol! Thank you, I love this technique 💕✨
@valmontrealquebec54599 ай бұрын
So beautiful! Thank you so much.
@ArtbyRMalloy9 ай бұрын
Hi! You're welcome!🤗 I'm so glad you like it 💕✨
@beckykukoski867810 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. I have been buying ultracal and it is very spendy . This looks like it is easy to use. I will be switching to this product.
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi Becky, I thought I saw another comment from you, asking about drying time, but I don't see it now!?! I answered anyway 😅 see below for some tips 🙂 I think you'll find this very easy to use and the results are great. I used UltraCal at first, and yeah, $$ and it was hard to find locally. As for drying/painting time, it depends on the humidity and your environment. I make my stones way ahead, but I'd say at least 3 days. It'll turn very light in color. I recommend putting it on a paper towel. Check the paper towel for dampness and take note of the weight. Wet will be heavier than when it's dry. About 3-4 days, give or take. I hope this helps!! 💕✨
@cah776710 ай бұрын
What great timing! I'm getting my supplies together to do holiday mugs, but I need a great design. Your snowflake design is so pretty, and the colors are perfect. I just love your dotting style - designs. Thank you for the video, perfect tutorial.
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Yay!! Thank you, thank you!! 🥰 Gather up your goodies and have fun making your special gifts 🎁 💕✨
@darlenemikkola523910 ай бұрын
What a wonderful and well explained video on painting and baking enamels❤❤❤❤. As always, I love your unique and cute designs😊. Happy Friday!
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi Darlene, Thank you! 🥰 I remember being so afraid to try it! I wanted to demystify the whole process for anyone who is hesitant.❤️✨
@darlenemikkola523910 ай бұрын
@@ArtbyRMalloy what a sweet, generous reason for this video! You are such a special lady❤️❤️
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Aww, you're so kind 🤗 I want to take the 'scary' part away, so people can relax and have fun!! 😊💕✨
@sherrysnyder292910 ай бұрын
I have found my new love!! ❤
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Oh, YES! I'm HAPPY you found your new love... and my channel! 💖 It's so relaxing and satisfying. It's addicting‼ 🥰 ✨
@sherrysnyder292910 ай бұрын
I LOVE your tutorials! Also love your design. Thank you so much for sharing!!
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
✨Thank you so much, I'm glad you like them! Welcome to my channel!! 💖
@user-qe1lx6dl9h10 ай бұрын
Don't be so hard on yourself! It's beautiful !!!!
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Aw, you're sweet 🤗 Thank you 💕
@beckykukoski867810 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing real life boo boo's. Meaning the magnet issue. It was a little funny
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
I had to go back and watch, I had forgotten about that, lol! It was, and still is funny 😅 I noticed a few times after that, I didn't hold the magnet... I was lucky 🫣 😅
@robinfarina296610 ай бұрын
Thinking of you ❤
@user-yh4lo9xo1o10 ай бұрын
I'm new at dotting but, I'm going to give this a try. I love this❤ your a great teacher! Thank you for sharing 😊
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Aww, thank you so much 💕 I love my dragonflies and flowers, I have it nestled in with my plants 🥰✨ it's a wonderfully easy and fun project. Enjoy!!
@user-yh4lo9xo1o10 ай бұрын
I'm just beginning rock painting! I love❤ your oval rock painting it's beautiful! Thank you for sharing 😀
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi, Thank you, I'm glad you like them 💕 I love the littles, too!! And welcome to the wonderful world of Dot Art ✨
@user-yh4lo9xo1o10 ай бұрын
Very pretty ❤
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Thank you! 💕✨
@TheaHoogvliet-em6fv10 ай бұрын
Beautiful 😍 beautiful
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi, Thank you so much!! 🥰
@TheaHoogvliet-em6fv10 ай бұрын
Wow I love your art! Thanks for the videos!🙏🌺
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much ✨ I'm glad you are enjoying my art.. and videos 🥰♥️
@TinaLanoue10 ай бұрын
I love the spontaneity of your design~ I too LOVE those top dots. The dimension is what attracted me to this art.
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi Tina! Yes!! Top Dots 'Rock' (sorry, I couldn't help myself~😂) I think dimension and spontaneity are essentials, and I'm glad mine drew you in.🥰 Thank you 💕✨
@amylauren636210 ай бұрын
You are calming and confident it's nice to listen to you and learning a awesome craft!
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi Amy, Thank you so much✨ I appreciate your kind words 🥰 and I'm very happy you're here!! Dot Art is so relaxing... I want everyone to enjoy it as much as I do. 💕
@beckykukoski867810 ай бұрын
I just found your channel and am really enjoying it. I have followed 3~4 other dot artists for years. Your art is a very nice contrast and you show many different design elements the others don't. I hope you continue to add new content to your channel. You have given me much to work with.
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi, I read both your messages 💕 Thank you so much for watching and commenting! I do like to do things a bit differently than the norm, lol, and it makes me VERY happy that you, and my other wonderful viewers have found me, enjoy my videos and are so sweet to let me know!! 🥰💕✨
@beckykukoski867810 ай бұрын
Very pretty. A different take on dot art. I like it.
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Thank you ✨I'm glad you like it💕
@ritasklarchuk181910 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
My pleasure! Thank you for watching!! ✨❤️
@teegee237410 ай бұрын
Great video & info on creating these stones... How long after taking them out of the mold do you have to wait before painting them? Thanks for the video, I'm excited to get started!
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi teegee! It depends, if you're in a dry zone, the water will evaporate quicker and your stones will be ready in a couple of days. I usually remove mine from the mold within an hour or two after pouring. They're quite dark, a lot of water is still inside, but you'll quickly see them lightening up. I find they dry and cure quicker because the mold holds the moisture in. Within a few hours, you'll see them getting lighter in color as they dry. You can place them near a dehumidifier, a sunny window or outside if you're climate allows. But, give them at least a couple of days. Tip: Place them on a paper towel and note the dampness. When the paper towel is dry, you'll know there's little to no moisture left, and you should be good to go. When in doubt, don't. I always make several ahead, so they're well dried by the time I'm ready to use them. I'm happy you're excited to get started, so while waiting, you can practice on an old dinner plate, or the white plastic ones from Dollar tree, or a piece of tile! Thank you for watching and welcome to my channel!! ❤️✨
@teegee237410 ай бұрын
@@ArtbyRMalloy Thank you for responding! I have only 3 molds right now & I followed your process yesterday & all 3 came out perfect so I did another 3 today after work & they came out perfect too, so happy! I have been practicing a bit here & there & loving it, wish I had found this craft long ago, thanks again & I do enjoy your channel & especially your artwork... 🥰
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
NICE!! I have several different molds, but I gravitate towards 2, sometimes a third. I still have the other stones made, but I have to replace the two I use most. My best advice to a you and all newcomers is Don't spend a lot of money on all sorts of tools and molds right off the bat. Seriously, I have so many sets of tools ($$), but I use the same few. Some of my favorites are from the Dollar Tree! 😃 I didn't start dotting until shortly before I retired, just before COVID. You have a head start! 😉 Most importantly, enjoy and don't stress. It's all about what makes you happy. ❤️
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
... and thank you for the lovely compliment! 🥰✨
@cherylstevens159210 ай бұрын
I WISH YPUBWOULD HAVE TOLD US HOW TO MAKE THE TAURUS DESIGN. KZbin WILL SHOW US!
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Hi Cheryl, I have 3 tutorials that demonstrate the TORUS. 🙂 Please see any of these tutorials: NEW, Gold TORUS!!... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIW5gniof65ogM0 Help is Here... kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3LYcnmnp7mHnKc Get Ready for Something New!... kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKSVZqOBe8afa7c I hope you find one of these helpful. Thank you for watching.
@cherylstevens159210 ай бұрын
@@ArtbyRMalloy THANK YOU SWEETIE. HAVE A GREAT DAY!
@chickync10 ай бұрын
Thank your for this great tutorial! Are the stones very durable? Do they break or chip if you drop them?
@ArtbyRMalloy10 ай бұрын
Yes, they're concrete and very durable!! I always mix the correct proportions, extra water could make them weak. I dropped one that bounced off of an iron park bench, rolled down a rocky path to an ocean jetty, where it settled between some large boulders! 😃 Not a speck of damage. I'm glad you found and like the video ❤️
@kathybray715611 ай бұрын
Dotting tool lesson
@darlenemikkola523911 ай бұрын
I LOVE metallic paints too and even though I know they tend to be stringy, I still, every once in awhile, forget to slow down with them to make sure all of the paint drops before moving my tool away. It’s so frustrating when that happens, but still, so worth it, for the results those paints give ❤❤❤. This is another beautiful design💙🩷. Thank u for sharing❤❤❤
@ArtbyRMalloy11 ай бұрын
Hi Darlene! You're welcome! ✨ I love the metallics and specialty paints too! But those strings can really test one's patience! 😅
@darlenemikkola523911 ай бұрын
@@ArtbyRMalloy for sure. 😂. Have you painted on other things besides rocks?
@ArtbyRMalloy11 ай бұрын
Yes, glass, canvas, LP's... lots of things 😊
@darlenemikkola523911 ай бұрын
@@ArtbyRMalloy How fun! I have a box of LP’s I got from a garage sale waiting for me to paint, but haven’t attempted one yet. I’m not sure why, but I feel a little nervous about trying to paint on them. Lol