10 tips you should know before you start paint by numbers- 10 paint by numbers tips

Are you about to start a new paint by numbers? In this video I share 10 tips with you of what you should know before you start your paint by numbers.
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Being at home a lot, I thought it would be fun to be creative and do something different than usual. I started my first paint by numbers and in this video I share with you the paint by numbers tips I have for beginners like you and me.
I publish a new video about paint by numbers every Thursday and Sunday. Thank you all for your support with my channel and I hope your enjoying your first paint by numbers.
Have you liked my videos about my first paint by numbers so far? Please subscribe as it will help my channel grow and encourage me to continue. I release a new painting session twice a week always at 4 pm UK time. So keep watching and enjoy the paint by numbers with me! As I do very much enjoy my first original paint by numbers for adults.

[@lyssagames4311]

I’m glad I’m not the only one that starts by using the paint on the lid before the paint in the pot

[@kathyhenry2362]

I am just beginning my very first paint by numbers kit. I'm really glad I found your video before getting too far into it, as your tips are going to help a lot. Thank you~

[@freddien7]

You naughty girl painting Outside the lines!!. love the accent, done 13 Paint by, best one was the Houses of parliament in london, put a big yellow sun in the sky then put yellow reflections in windows.

[@jayjaypark5519]

One important thing I always do is always start at the right part of the canvas to avoid my hands and painting get smudgedmsngjdjdjs

[@laurasstudio]

My hands always get smudgy! Good thing it washes off easily with water ;)

[@PattiFinn]

So you start at the right and move across to the left? Is that backwards? Wouldn’t you smudge it as you move to the left? If you’re intention is to move vertically, the same issue might occur as well.

[@Brthcl]

@@PattiFinn I think they're left handed ^^

[@mysteryskill7651]

@@Brthcl no their probably right handed

[@candidickerson8894]

Thank you!! My son bought me my first paint by number and I’m about to start!! Loved your presentation! Fingers crossed my turns out as good as yours!!

[@sherrij7340]

Laura, This video helped so much. Although I'm over 60, I have wanted to paint since high school. This video gave me the confidence to start my first picture. Thank you.

[@almgb71]

“Pockets? No… beakers!” I love this, your English is excellent and you are adorable. Love, a Brit

[@andyb8015]

i thought she said 'buckets'

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@Crystal-HR]

I just bought my first set and am excited to try it. This was very helpful,thanks

[@happysurvivor9038]

Just got my first set. Realized I might need help! Ended up here!

[@owensmichael2011]

Hello Crystal, how are you doing?

[@Magnilay]

Thank you Laura for the amazing advice-I’m going to enjoy the painting experience -nice sharing ❤️

[@HiFiFiben]

I have ordered my first painting by numbers today.. thank you so much for you tip 🙏🏻

[@laurasstudio]

Yeeh! That is so exciting. I am happy I could help and I hope you will join our paint and chat videos when you have yours!

[@moirahurley2862]

Ive just started my first paint by numbers and Im so glad for your tips. I will iron the canvas first thank you 🙂

[@cindynewman902]

Thank you for this. My husband gave me my first kit for Christmas and I’m looking forward to getting started.

[@gurvinka]

Thank you very much for the tips! I am just planning to buy my first "paint by numbers" kit and your video was very helpful

[@arlenealexander3548]

Yes, I'm doing research. I just got it last week and I am excited to start! Thank you for your encouragement. xo

[@owensmichael2011]

Hello Alexander, how are you doing?

[@CourageousColor]

Thanks for the great advice! I'm hoping to do some paint by number videos soon. You've really helped me get prepared :)

[@thats6kinda6sus6]

my first ever paint set will be delivered in a day or two and i am so excited to paint by numbers. it’s said that it would turn out like its been painted by a pro! lol im just so excited. cant wait for my first ever canvas paintinggg

[@emilyanneboyterhager2583]

Great tips, thanks! I love the idea of having two containers of water-so smart!

[@wednesdayuploads6513]

Hi, Laura. Thank you for your videos. You reminded me to make sure the canvas is crease free! I was so excited to start, I'm so glad I came across your video. I'm gonna gently iron mine first before starting! Thank you and I hope you'll continue to share your works. Have a good day!

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you so much for you sweet words and encouragements. I am very happy I could help you. Which design did you choose for your paint by numbers?

[@wednesdayuploads6513]

@@laurasstudio Two actually! That of Totoro and the other one is Haku.

[@williamsmith2919]

Thank you for your advise, good health and happiness to you. Xx

[@elsaserrano1309]

I have not tried or starded on my painting and your tips are very helpful for beginners.Thank you for sharing,l'll surely apply your tips when I paint.God bless

[@Exuberantlemon]

These tips were so helpful! Thank you! 😊😊

[@vaelletu]

Thx, i was going to recieve my first paint by numbers today it turned out rlly great!

[@franky9fingers]

Got mine today... thank you for the tips🤗

[@tinaa1350]

Great tips. Thank you. Taking photo is a good idea!

[@debasmitanayak2805]

Thank you so much i just recieved my number by paint and when i saw it i was so happy but it looked so confusing so thanks for the tips

[@bridgetdavis9752]

Wonderful tutorial! I'm just getting ready to do my first paint by number and I feel so much more confident now, thank you.

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you! Good luck with your first Paint by numbers. I know it will be great!

[@chrisayling3484]

@@laurasstudio Do you have any Great tips how to put the Paint 🎨 on your brushes so you don't over do the amount of Paint. So the design picture looks good.

[@sunshine4sn]

This was so kind and helpful! Thank you!!

[@fieldysgrl98]

great tips!!! I'm going to start my first paint by numbers in a couple of days.

[@wandaarnt234]

So helpful thank you cheers from Pennsylvania 👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@marcus8258]

Great video. Some very useful tips!

[@jaydee5447]

So cool you did this video. Thank for these great tips. I think they will be very helpful as I start my first painting. Great job on your painting by the way.

[@Krtigue]

what a nice video and helpful too.

[@decorideastamil]

That's totally an interesting topic to explore and learn about 😍👏 well done dear and you have explained so well👍 Glad to join your channel😊

[@mehakjoshimj]

Hi Laura Got my first kit today. So excited to try. Your tips are really helpful and cleared a lot of things.

[@laurasstudio]

I am very happy to hear it! Thank you. Check out my channel with many more paint by numbers tips. Have fun painting your first paint by numbers!

[@theartzone5236]

Love your tips 🎉❤️ keep sharing this lovely ❣️👍🎉 🌈🎨 stay connected 👍🙂

[@Msjangel1973]

Fantastic thank you.

[@lewisfirth6502]

Very useful tip about photographing the canvas b4 starting, I love your voice.

[@dianneboatsman1864]

Thank You Laura!! :)

[@chrisayling3484]

Excellent tips as always. Very sensible idear. I was really keen to buy more new brushes.

[@kaveriveugopalan9655]

This was super helpful.. thank you

[@smau._]

Thank you for the tips ✨ I'll be starting painting by numbers as a new hobby & I'm excited to try 🎨🎨💫

[@smau._]

@Moonlight Sky Still do.

[@smau._]

@Moonlight Sky In no means perfect but with practice and consistency I’ve gotten better in time.

[@Heisel98]

Great tips for a beginner to paint by numbers^^

[@chrisayling3484]

I took her advice and Painted 🎨 on border line.

[@nbisht7557]

Thank you so much for the tips they really worked and helped me do my first paint by numbers nicely and easily 🥰🥰

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you for your kind words and letting me know. It encourages me to make more videos like these! Did you finish your first paint by numbers?

[@jellyadored1655]

I got that coloring set from my birthday!

[@rifqahnursurayya1929]

I have this from my bestie. This is my first time to paint and she gave beautiful gift for me. Thank you so much for your advices💞

[@laurasstudio]

Thats the best gift to get! Hope you will enjoy it!

[@nisthakesharwani]

I just bought my first one! I’m starting it as soon as it comes!

[@laurasstudio]

Yeeh! So exciting! I hope you will like it. Let me know how it goes :)

[@moemoe-cl2gj]

I ordered a custom one and it’s been over month and still hasn’t come in. Do they usually take this long or did I get scammed🤣??

[@codybowland1898]

moe moe they can take a while bc it’s custom but idk I would email the company

[@nisthakesharwani]

moe moe LOL be patient mine is also coming about a month late cause it comes from other countries LETS WAIT TOGETHER.

[@DeepakSharma-no6ve]

How much time it takes to complete??

[@jaysermac]

Hopefully they change this with the next models (if they continue it). Was really hoping this would be a good on-the-go tablet but yeah. Good thing I waited for your review. ❤

[@shuttergirlUK]

Some great tips there, thank you! PS you have a lovely voice!

[@minawaramohammed6942]

her accent is so cute! i love it

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you :)

[@charlescarter9600]

i have just experimented using a long match cut to a point for the very small spaces .hold it between thumb and finger and dip it into the paint , enough to get a blob of paint just on the end and if the space is large enough place the blob of paint in the centre and spread it using the match turning the match as you get a build up of paint on the side of the match not in contact with the canvas ,.i found this gave me excellent control when spreading the paint and a very textured finish and better detail.

[@amita_atima]

Thanks for this video it was nicely explained 😊

[@zainashaheen3038]

thank you very much that was so helpful for me💕

[@WeblightDreams]

Awesome tips. I have only tried one paint by numbers but definitely want to do more.

[@coolguy-bs7kr]

Very helpful

[@Karla_1987]

Love it ….

[@TSBS986]

That was brilliant. I received my first paint by numbers kit today so this was invaluable!!!! Thanks so much these tips were exactly what I was looking for 👍

[@laurasstudio]

Yeeh! Awesome. Have fun painting!

[@babybkids2236]

Very nice video, learning a lot of things, I want to see more videos.❤❤❤❤

[@lara8698]

Thank you! :-)

[@Ibiron]

Nice vibe.

[@appleknocker56]

Just received my first DIY acrylic paint & really like your tips (especially to go over the lines) so it looks more realistic & mine came w no reference photo so taking one right now as I can see myself thinking what color goes here 🤔😬😱 lol!! Tyvm

[@laurasstudio]

Hi Paula! Thank you for your nice comment! I am happy to hear you find my videos useful :). Did you take pictures of your canvas before you started?

[@appleknocker56]

I hadn’t but had only painted a few of the first number & paint was thicker (way more, than my usual watercolors 😳) & was trying to find ways to even get my brush to be wet enough to go 1/14th inch oh my)! So saw your video & how you did first one (as this is my first one) & saw what a difference w just a few changes you made the second one just look so much nicer & not like a DIY & knew found a kindred spirit!! My main question is how (know it will take experimentation) how much “gum arabic” you did add (and water you kept saying) to make paint still a matte finish but flow a bit more like watercolor is what I feel must learn as these “additive” things I don’t always know if potentially toxic?? Ty very much!! Also if adding too much water then found out color can change & that can be good too.

[@babygracechan-taw9458]

Its so exciting painting by numbers.,it's my stress reliever., i've alrdy finish 8 canvasses thanks for your tips., but for me i 've always start from bottom to top and pull up the background color at the end., but before start i took picture first of the design for reference incase that I miss some areas and forget what color number it is.😂

[@melda7002]

Wow so nice

[@drishtichauhan1716]

I just finished one of these

[@charlieruff3990]

I thin each little paint reservoir with 2-3 drops of Liquitex when I start a new color. Makes a huge difference.

[@donarmando916]

Liquitex what exactly? That's a brand. They have a number of products.

[@pnrking]

Thank you sooo much love you❤

[@nikolawrobel6615]

I have the same painting!

[@carynroxburgh1184]

Thanks ❤

[@katesu1979]

Thank you! I just started my first paint by numbers and I enjoyed your tips. I have a question, do you dip your brush in water before dipping it in paint ever? It looks like you don't in this video but I just wanted to know.

[@bullsmoothtime]

ah i shoulve come here before i started and i did the creases thing lol, i knew it would be a learning curve so i got two at once but we'll see how the first one unfolds 😂

[@saimanadeem4240]

I have ordered my first one of amazon And i am really excited i wonder how it will go 😊😊

[@KathleenLaraiaMcLaughlin]

thank you! Very helpful and sweet

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you Kathleen for your sweet encouraging words!

[@mobileart6038]

Hello! Author, I really like how you make content. I wish I could, but unfortunately I'm just learning.

[@ayelletonlinemarketing3965]

So cool !!!

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you for your comment!

[@paulward7235]

Omg thank you so much I just got myn and I had no idea what to do thanks to you I love it now 😁😁😁❤️😢❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@paulward7235]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️wish you all the best wishes ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kevincarson9263]

Do you recommend starting with the darker paints first??

[@derekbrown7614]

This was a very calming video. You should do these videos for ASMR purposes!

[@kristine5561]

Thanks for the tips. I was looking for someone talking about creases in the canvas. I really wanna get started, but I don’t have an iron so I gotta figure that one out I guess

[@AedanBlackheart]

Iron on the opposite side, NOT the side that has the numbers

[@shonaapnahimachal6243]

Nice

[@OPTSXFilosoofis]

You really said "biekers/beekers" of water" hahaha fellow Dutchie. Goed video

[@HaveYouMetTed]

thanks for the tips, i bought myself a frame just to make it easier

[@laurasstudio]

Perfect! Enjoy your paint by numbers!

[@plummetplum]

Just started mine, bit frustrating as paint too thick and brushes not the best. I'm thinning the paint with water now which helps.

[@Jacquesclt]

Make a wet pallet out of a plastic container paper towel and parchment paper, place parchment ontop of few layers of paper towel and wet slightly use the surface of the parchment to thin out and mix your paint real good this makes the world's difference and stops your acrylic paint from drying can even store leftover paint over night...

[@shanshdui6470]

good!

[@shanshdui6470]

If you want some oil paint by numbers,you can contact me and i will give you some coupon！

[@juliascraftroom266]

Thank you for sharing those great tips! I've ordered my first one! I am so excited! Like 293💖Wishing you all the best!🤗

[@trahanasj]

Excellent tips. Thanks

[@laurasstudio]

Thank you Joanne

[@kerrijohnstone7588]

Use a THIN layer of liquid paper for light numbers looks great and doesnt fail

[@MissArbie]

The brushes aren't too bad but I've found that teklon brushes work better. They're very cheap, just a bit more sturdy for fine lines and last longer

[@marybuktenica3864]

Thank you, I just received my and wanted to make sure before I start..

[@satishjadhav8469]

Same here

[@AnjaKuharAnculeful]

I have already ordered the third picture and I really enjoy it :)

[@laurasstudio]

Yeeh! I am so happy to hear. I am working on my fourth painting now. Really exciting!

[@PhantomArtisan]

Hi Laura, just got my first kit and found this video. You mentioned ironing the canvas to remove the creases, do you have to do anything special for canvas or can you do it like clothing? Also is there any other way of smoothing it or do you have to use the iron? Thanks in advance!

[@PattiFinn]

I had the very same question. I hope she answers because I’m doing it right now. What I’ve tried is ironing it with a steam-free iron on medium heat and just kept the iron moving. (I also turned the canvas, still face down, in the opposite direction as well and ironed it that way too.) It didn’t seem to take the wrinkles out completely. So I’m wondering...should I use steam? Should I make the heat higher? Help anyone! Ty!

[@b-dog3207]

I recommend ironing like normal but iron the back where there are no numbers or lines

[@hanung9864]

Hello! Can you link where you got that paint by numbers please. Thank you :)

[@sbug2705]

Thanks for those tips!

[@janaytaylor2344]

I order my first paint by number I do diamond painting as well

[@rodrigodeviatrujillo8301]

Pregunta, estos cuadros hechos en base a puntos de colores, pueden tener un desarrollo superior, llevándolos a pinturas con mayor "integración" del color, mejor precisión de la figura... Conoce o ha hecho videos, haciendo un ejercicio de este tipo?... Gracias

[@embraceelegance155]

Do we have to use a pallet and mix colour with water before painting or directly just use the paint?..is the amount of paint given sufficient for the whole canvas without adding water??...I have my first kit but haven’t started yet..coz I’m scared

[@laurasstudio]

Hi! First, don't be scared. Enjoy the process and don't be afraid to make mistakes. Those mistakes will make your painting unique. The paint should be enough for the whole canvas. Try the painting just as it is. Is it hard to move around on the canvas? Try adding a drop of water if it improves. I hope that helps?

[@embraceelegance155]

@@laurasstudio thanks a ton!...i was really looking forward for your reply!!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@wilhat]

Hi from Art by me I think I will give it again something different for my ch .

[@jaynarose8270]

Thank you for this helpful video. I doubt I will complete this paint by number in one sitting, How do you store an unfinished canvas?

[@chrisayling3484]

I am not really sure. I think you just have to let the Paint dry on the self.

[@arieldavina3429]

I just got mine in the mail! I custom one of my boyfriend and I, as a anniversary gift (of i finish in time) lol

[@laurasstudio]

That is great Ariel! Have fun painting it!

[@MayraHernandez-vg4to]

Where did you order it from?

[@arieldavina3429]

Sorry, I got it at paint your numbers off insta

[@leiramarie2475]

I bought a frame to go with my paint with numbers - do i attach the canvas already? or do i paint first before before attaching it to the frame?

[@donarmando916]

Usually you would pull up the canva on the frame prior of starting to paint. This way it is more convenient to paint as you can use a table easel and paint the pbn in an upright position.

[@vassilikich.9973]

I’m staring my first one so my question is..how much time does it’s take for the color to dry up on your painting ?

[@elleemann]

I do a lot of paint by numbers with acrylic paint, so I thought I would answer your question. I'm one of those people who picks a number and then goes around the entire canvas filling them in. I use Flo Aid in my paint to make it smoother and more opaque. I find that it usually takes about 10 min from the time I first apply the paint for it to dry fully. I do find that most paints look better with two coats. I wait until it's dry to apply a second coat. Hope that helps 😁

[@laurasstudio]

Great advice been given already. Thank you. In my experience it doesn't take long indeed for it to dry. I have never timed it but a few minutes I think

[@PattiFinn]

Great advice! I was also told that with some of the lighter colors, (ex. White, Yellow, etc.,) that you should use an acrylic White Paint Pen and just dab the numbers. It was cheap so I may try that in those areas. I will probably put two coats as well.

[@viviancheng8436]

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