[14] LOW-COST handy TOOLS to easily BOOST FLUID ACRYLIC and RESIN PAINTING

[@MyriamsNature]

Hi everyone! I'm often asked about products I use and can recommend for fluid art. In order to make things convenient for you, I've put them all in one, easy to explore, place. ~~*~~> Amazon.com/shop/MyriamsNature

[@judysecor5855]

Myriam's Nature Thank you for your generous tips regarding acrylic pouring. You have helped me really feel comfortable with the art form. One question...where do you get the small tubing? I know you are busy so no great rush. Thank you. I also love to listen to your voice. You seem so happy and I love it when you chuckle. Keep up the good work. Judy Secor

[@judysecor5855]

Oh, and by the way, I love your paintings. I watch every video you do!

[@christinefaulkner3776]

Hi Myriam. I love watching g and listening to you. When you decide to take off paint your not happy with I think 'oh my god what is she doing" but it ends up fantastic. Love it all.

[@carolstedman6631]

This tutorial is so fabulous. Thanks for getting to the bottom of things that can be used! I’m losing a lot of sleep trying to watch your videos!

[@romabhattacharya3295]

Thank you very much for your so many ideas. Very helpful.

[@chrysalyn]

Just found you! Awesome! Love how you explain things like not cutting off the tip of things and only punching a hole! You are wonderful!!!

[@ChristinePerryStudio]

Every now and then you find a gem of a channel on KZbin...well, this is how I feel about you and your channel. I definitely will keep watching for your future videos. Thank you for caring and sharing your tips. These are extremely helpful!

[@MyriamsNature]

What a lovely thing to say Chris... Thank you!! 😊💕

[@rosarebada4777]

Tip: Acetate for swipes can be cut from boxes that spinach and spring greens are sold in. PS Thanks for the fork pattern!

[@retiredandsassy]

I have watched many of your videos and have to say you are one of the most creative when it comes to pours. I have not done my 1st pour yet, but have gathered supplies to get started. I love the idea of using the fork for the marble effect, if you get a pour that is not to your liking, "fork it" and recreate it. TFS

[@MyriamsNature]

Love that ... Thank you Olive! I wish you much fun and success when you jump into this crazy medium. It is a blast and pretty addictive. May the pours be with you. 😄💕🎨

[@JonEricGurian]

myriam you are sunshine pure sunshine that puts a smile on my face. When i am down I watch one of your videos and i forget my woes. Thank you for your infectious laugh!

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh my gosh... thank you so much for that Jon! I’m certainly hoping your woes are few. I wish you much joy and lots of giggles! 😘💕

[@JonEricGurian]

@@MyriamsNature thanks again i have to tell you of all the video artist out there you are my fav and you do bring joy and giggles. I have taught for 20 years and now mentor teachers - you are a natural and your personality is what shines bright to a level i can not say that enough. Thanks a million times over and then some. As per my woes we all have them and finding something that helps you escape is key. Can you guess what one of my keys on my keychain is?

[@MyriamsNature]

Awwww, thank you again! I love being a “key”... 😁 Being complimented this way by someone who is a professional teacher is all the more wonderful to me! You’ve made my night! Truly! 😘😊💕

[@JonEricGurian]

Myriam's Nature since your video was about free cheap less expensive tools I didn’t want to refer to you as a tool in my tool belt connecting in anyway topic and value I have for all you share.

[@veedadixon3749]

Everyday I go through one of your videos and they all inspire. I like everyone I've seen so far, but this one and the one where you repair your pours are the most helpful to me.

[@laurenskelton226]

OK this is more my speed. The smaller canvas makes me think I could possibly try this now. You are so kind to share all this!

[@MyriamsNature]

Awww, it’s really my pleasure to share Lauren! I’m so delighted that this is giving you a nudge toward having fun with this. I’m going to suggest that you join my Facebook group if you haven’t ... you’ll see people at all levels of skill... most are just starting. The awesome thing is that people happily share ideas/advice/techniques, and encourage each other. You can join and just watch for as long as you like... there’s no requirement to share what you make ... though doing it is fun and the feedback can be an awesome way to learn 😉. If you’d like to join, it’s facebook.com/groups/Myriams.Fluid.Art.Tribe 😊💕

[@jeffreyvasquez3911]

Myriam your genius. I absolutely love the brush, straw and fork so much I'm going to pour right now. I'm still a newbie. Working on the cell size and consistency of the paint. I could be in my room for hours and only get one or two cool ones right now. Today will be my fifth pour. Thank you for knowledge.

[@MyriamsNature]

You just made my day Jeffrey! I'm so happy that you got some ideas to try. Honestly, just walking around your house and looking at things will spark creativity... I figure if you can wash it, drag it through your paint and see what happens! 😂

[@jeffreyvasquez3911]

I'm going to do one with peppermint oil. I put it in my coffee this morning, loved it. Hey, it's my household item. Smell better too.Lol. If it's nice I'll let you know.

[@MyriamsNature]

Oooh... I like it! Eagerly await the results.😊

[@jeffreyvasquez3911]

FYI. A big no with peppermint oi. But my cells are finally getting bigger. So there's hope. 👍

[@MyriamsNature]

Woo hoo on the cells! Bummer about the peppermint oil... I had liked the idea of good smelling art. ☹️😜😂

[@jainekunst2298]

I'm just a beginner with acrylic pours but you have opened up so many more options with these great tips! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@MyriamsNature]

It was my pleasure Jaine... I'm happy to hear it gave you ideas... Thank you for taking the time to tell me. 😊

[@Ronisstyles]

ABSOLUTLY BEAUTIFUL

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@leeojascastro711]

Love watching you, you are a great teacher

[@marjoriehague4388]

Great tutorial, the best so far I have seen for different techniques that can be used for acrylic/resin painting. Thank you, can't wait to try them!

[@artbarn2624]

Oh, my goodness! I've been trying to think of a way to move multiple thin lines of paint around and I never thought of a plastic fork! This is brilliant!

[@MyriamsNature]

A good friend of mine is a marbler, while chatting with her about something the lightbulb went on...that awesome "aha" moment...couldn't wait to come home and try it. So glad it worked and can now be added to our repertoire. 😊🎨 Thanks for being so fun and encouraging!

[@irmanv.9798]

Hello Myriam. Thank You for sharing & being environmentally friendly. I had experimented with combs, tooth-picks, sponges. Also wash & save yogurt containers, paper coffee cups to hold paints or do a dirty pour. Just to share...

[@lindajohnston759]

I cannot believe what I just learned!! You have really opened my mind to the possibilities! I am a newbie and so appreciate the knowledge you share. I'm hooked on you and pouring!

[@MyriamsNature]

I am just delighted to hear that Linda! There is sooooo much fun to be had when you start putting your own touches on pours. I hope you enjoy the channel and have a blast with your pours! Thank you! 😊💕🎨

[@ronalynn8994]

Thank you for these awesome tips! I'm a beginner and your videos are helping me learn a lot! :)

[@djd924]

I appreciate you and the time it takes to get these videos done! Thanks for sharing! Heading to my junk drawer now to find new tools! 😀

[@MyriamsNature]

Awww, thank you DJD... That was super sweet of you to say! Remember, when you run out of utensils just make sandwiches... Or popcorn. 😂 May the pours be with you. 😊🎨💕

[@cyhomer]

For a larger version of the fork, you can also use your trusty hair pick that you spread paint with! It works great.

[@MyriamsNature]

Absolutely Cathy... You might get a kick out of this video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/eobaYmRnbdiDo8k In it I use a pick for fun marbling effects.😊💕😉 Thank you for the enthusiastic comment... Super kind of you!

[@caroljohnson-rm1tj]

This was incredible Myrium. Absolutely. You have given me the push Ive needed to help me try. I went to Michaels and bought liquid tex but dont have alcohol or a pouring medium and talked to the manager about the resins but he didn't about what they are using now. I told himto get on utube. I should have gotten pva but couldn't find any liquid tex pm. But do have Elmers extra +. And floetrol. I plam to try this Thursday. You are so patient and your voice is so pleasant not to say what a perfect beautiful demonstration. Im 78 and used to oil paint til my eyes went bad. And my thumb had surgery so detail is not so easy. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I loved all your work and this topped the chart. You are a very talented artist!

[@MyriamsNature]

Hi Carol! Thank you so much for this incredibly kind comment! It added so much to my day! About the things you need to start... Floetrol and Elmer's is absolutely enough. I personally only use Floetrol... I've tried Liquitex and PVA/Elmer's too but settled happily on just Floetrol. Alcohol is just a way of getting effects without using silicone and resin is something you'd use just to coat your paintings IF you wanted (unless you wanted to paint WITH resin.) If you have some paint and something to paint on, you've got all you need to start! 😀 If you have questions, don't hesitate to ask.💕 I wish you fun and success!

[@lauriewatson2822]

Another good feature of the cut in half popsicle stick is that then you have a flat end which is alot better at scraping the bottom of the cup for mixing.. Thanks for the video. :)

[@MyriamsNature]

Absolutely Laurie... I wanted to slap my hand for forgetting to mention that .... Thank you so much for adding that for everyone! 😊 And thanks for the kind support.😊

[@mod-planet]

Great tips! I already used most of them but hadn't thought to turn the "bendy" straw around using the short end to direct the air. Thanks for sharing!

[@MyriamsNature]

Hi Mod-Planet... I'm really happy that you got something out of the video. It was fun to share. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind comment! 😊

[@Cheryl64014]

Thank you, Myriam. Really appreciate you sharing your knowledge of these tools. ♥

[@MyriamsNature]

My pleasure Cheryl! Thank you!

[@elizabethfreeman2209]

Pls just continue talkig to us Miss Myriam. I love your friendly voice and your way of teaching. You also make me smile a lot. Thank you❤Elizabeth-fromthe Philippines

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh thank you Elizabeth! 😊💕

[@rosaleecabrera2890]

You are great!!!!!! Love your videos and they are very user friendly!

[@frogphotog]

Very useful, thanks so much! I love the idea of blowing with thin tubing, and I plan to pick up a few coffee stirrers next time I'm at a coffee shop. Should work the same as tubing, and free with coffee.

[@MyriamsNature]

You sure can't beat free! 😄 The coffee stirrer will work well. If you can get your hands on any tubing, try that too... You'll like the directional control it will give you. Thank you for the kind words! 😊💕

[@tleaquick4970]

You're a great Teacher. :)

[@traci43]

thank you for all your wisdom

[@condeerogers5858]

You are an awesome videographer and teacher. You are so interesting.

[@MyriamsNature]

You are just so sweet Condee... Thank you!

[@margarethdemery488]

Wow! In just over 14 minutes I have learned sooooo much... dang! You do rock!!!!!

[@MyriamsNature]

Totally blushing now.... You are awesome Margareth, thank you, thank you! I am just thrilled to know that you got so much out of the video… It really makes them fun to film. 😊

[@nickfilter]

Excellent video and fabulous tips!!

[@brandonjamesonart8919]

Thank you for this! Ideas of how to work with liquids in new ways are sometimes hard to come by!

[@MyriamsNature]

So glad that you saw some useful ideas in this Brandon! Thank you for taking the time to leave that nice comment!

[@angelmoonllc821]

Thank you for your videos! You have a great way of teaching and I love your voice. I have yet to try pour or fluid painting, but have bought supplies and now I have an idea of what tools to gather to do some fun techniques. I am obsessed with watching videos on this subject!

[@MyriamsNature]

I totally relate... I watched videos for endless weeks before taking the plunge and honestly still love watching them.😀 I so appreciate your kind words and wish you tons of fun and success when you are ready! 😊💕

[@KateriBurnett]

I love listening to you talk. Your so happy. I watched the video yesterday of you using the combs wow! I loved that. Thanks for the tips today very helpful.

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh my gosh Kateri, thank you!! I do love playing with the paint and I love sharing whatever I figure out that works. I'm truly happy that the videos are useful. 😊🎨

[@diana.wunderle]

Subscribed. Wanted to share a tool tip, as you asked. I have made various brushes and implements from various things found in nature and packaging. Pine needles and beach grass, sticks, vines, etc. Just bind these to some sort of handle of appropriate length. I made a rubberband 'flay' wand by bunching the bands around the stem of my battery operated miniature paint stirrer. (Dip this in paint, dab off excess, and place it quite near or on the surface before turning it on.) Use it dry to achieve feathered blending effects. The bands will drag just a bit on a rougher surface with delightfully surprising results. If you like splatter, you can get that at the end of a wand.

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh my gosh .... I love this! I was looking around AS I was reading this for rubber bands because I SO want to try this immediately! Thank you for taking the time to explain it for me and everyone! And thank you for subbing too Diana! 😊💕

[@diana.wunderle]

I love your clips. Thanks for sharing!

[@acidrain8711]

Thanks for all these ideas some of them are great.

[@melissabull]

aww... that fork thing!!! AMAAAAZING. love it. thanks

[@MyriamsNature]

I know right?! It is so fun to do Melissa... You'll have a blast! 🍴

[@bsparker7192]

Love the effect with the fork Thanks so much you are good

[@MyriamsNature]

Aww, thank you! The fork is tons of fun! It was my pleasure to share. 😊

[@natalieh1231]

Thank for this great tutorial on tools for using with the fluid painting . I am going to do fluid painting with my granddaughters today and these are get ideas of things I have already in my home👍🤗

[@MyriamsNature]

That's awesome to hear… Thank you Natalie! I hope you had an amazing time with your granddaughters ... I think that creating together is a lovely way to make memories! 😊💕

[@fransimontacchi2838]

You can add honey drippers, whatever they are called and combs. You can snip off teeth to space as needed. Heck theres probably a ton of other items too. Thank you for this video.

[@MyriamsNature]

The kitchen may never be the same again Fran😄. Check out hair picks too, some of them have nice fine teeth. Thank YOU for the thoughtful comment! 😊💐

[@johnnyfulmore6668]

I saw your video today for the first time. Very good instruction. Gave a thumbs up and subscribed.

[@MyriamsNature]

Awww thank you Johnny... Super kind of you! 😊 I'm genuinely glad that you enjoyed it!

[@mixedupmargie]

That marbeling is great! 👍

[@MyriamsNature]

Look out for a video on marbling today 😉😄 !

[@suedonaldson2443]

You're a genius.... thanks for sharing!

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh my gosh, thank you! 💖

[@countrylifetales2700]

Myriam, just found your channel via a FB post. What a great video. Thank you.

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh I'm so happy that you found this and got something out of it! Thank you for that lovely comment! 😊

[@destinysjourney754]

Great tips! Love the plastic fork. Thank you!

[@MyriamsNature]

😊💕

[@WhiteLakeGlass]

This was a helpful video. I've used many of these "tools", but there were a few things I hadn't thought of before, or had heard of but forgot to try- and so I've taken notes now and will be sure to have them on hand. I've subscribed- looking forward to seeing more of your videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you for your thoughtful and kind comment Lawatha... It's great to hear that this gave you some ideas and reminded you of others! I hope that you have fun trying them all out! 😀🎨

[@anna-nn4ix]

love your videos.. calm, informative , practical and fun. have u ever been a teacher by trade ? thanks so much for sharing all your tips. this was an excellent tutorial.

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you, thank you Anna. I have never been an official teacher other than being a T.A. in college and teaching a couple of jewelry making classes. If I could, I'd love to do it on KZbin full time, but alas, I've got to pay bills and keep the real job. 😄 I'm so glad that you enjoyed this!

[@theresafredrickson9791]

I am so glad I am subscribed to your channel. You have the most amazing tutorials. I bought some liquitex pouring medium yesterday and am about to try my very first pour. and it will be on a 6x8 canvas. You have to start small :-).I have been watching you tube for over a month and hope I can learn to produce something not aweful :-).

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh thank you Theresa! I'm glad too. 😀 I totally relate to starting small, it's just how I did it... After watching videos for weeks and weeks. I wish you tons of fun and awesome pours!! 😊💕🎨

[@sigridpetrogiannis7064]

Thank you for those very useful tips and tricks!

[@MyriamsNature]

You are so very welcome Sigrid! 😊

[@margarethdemery488]

Hi Myriam... thanks for your instructional video... love it !

[@MyriamsNature]

I'm delighted to hear that Margareth... Thank you for letting me know! 😊

[@paulnotjesus8737]

Thank you so much for your information. The tools are great for reducing cost, and giving more control. The thing I did not liked about pour/fluid art was lack of control over what I was trying to specifically create. Again thank you, God speed. j

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh my gosh Paul... It's as if you are sitting right next to me as I edit tomorrow's video... I talk about exactly that, taking control of your fluid painting!! The lack of control is what made me a little crazy too. I so appreciate your comment and it is my pleasure to share whatever I learn. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@mariacruz8530]

Thank you so much for this list, can't wait to try them all.

[@MyriamsNature]

You are welcome... Thank YOU!

[@bebehorton6684]

Thank you! A nice and informative video! Have never thought of using a fork. 😋😋

[@MyriamsNature]

You are very welcome Bebe... It was fun to share it all. The fork has really turned out to be the "star"... I hope you have fun trying it. 😊 Thank you for the comment!!

[@mixedupmargie]

What great tips on popsicle sticks, I always think of "less waste " you have great tips. Tfs 😀

[@MyriamsNature]

Awww thank you Margie... Much appreciated! 💖

[@sarahbaud1776]

Awesome tips! Thanks Myriam.

[@MyriamsNature]

You are so welcome Sarah... Thank YOU!

[@jojoshane]

So inspiring Miriam !

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you Jo!

[@katmom49]

Excellent tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@MyriamsNature]

It is always a joy to share these tips and lovely to see your kind comments Katmom... You are just so sweet!😊

[@shallahharbaugh243]

Love this video and you. Very funny and informative. Thanks 😃

[@MyriamsNature]

I’m so happy that this was useful! Thank you Shallah!

[@pamfetzner2568]

Thank you, wonderful information! I am excited to try some of the techniques.

[@MyriamsNature]

I am just delighted to hear that Pam... It makes doing this all the more fun! Thank you for telling me ! 😊

[@jakaranda16]

Realy thanks, a lot of ideas just so simply but we not always thinks about is.

[@MyriamsNature]

It was my pleasure! I hope you have fun trying them out! 😊💕

[@Sassafra1]

Thoroughly inspired and captivated by your video !!! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your experiences and enthusiasm for your techniques. Love, LOVED all the helpful hints. Gave the thumbs up, subbed and rang your bell ( so to speak...ha). Wishing you all the best and will continue to check you out. Peace and beauty to you, sass

[@MyriamsNature]

Hi Sass... What a lovely comment... Oh my gosh! Thank you! It is truly fun to share it all. I so hope that you will find future videos equally helpful. May the paints be kind. 😘💕🎨

[@craftylittlerthings]

A syringe is also good for pushing air out onto the paint to get it to move x

[@mrschrispisani]

That was really lovely, thank you so much

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you very much for that kind comment! 😊💕

[@maratrumbo7852]

Great advice, beautiful results, thanks for sharing!

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you Mara... Very nice of you to say! I thoroughly enjoyed sharing this and I'm genuinely happy that you got something out of it. 😊

[@BelindaSubraman]

Love your videos. I'm just getting started with fluid paintings. You give great tips.

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you so much for that Belinda. I'm so happy the tips are useful. I think you will thoroughly enjoy this medium... Be prepared to possibly get a bit addicted. 😊 May the paints be kind to you!

[@jackiecubillos]

muy buen video!!gracias por enseñarnos! lo del tenedor no se me habia ocurrido..lo probare hoy mismo y te cuento mi querida Myriam....mil abrazosss!!

[@MyriamsNature]

Mi placer Jackie! Gracias por decirme. Espero escuchar cómo te gustan las nuevas ideas (persona por favor mi Español.) 😊🌺😘

[@kendude8089]

I'm into my 7th day of acrylic pour Art I've made some really interesting pieces already. Oh, I've also Resin ' ed a few pieces ☺

[@MyriamsNature]

That’s awesome to hear Ken! I hope you are having a lot of fun with this wonderfully crazy art form. The possibilities are endless. I wish you much joy and success on your new art journey. Thank you for sharing with me.

[@BRIGHTLUVLITE]

THIS IS GREAT THANK YOU A LOT!!!! SO GENEROUS OF YOU!!!! ♥ ♥ ♥ Myriam♥ ♥ ♥

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh thank you Nancy! It really was my pleasure to share! 😊💕

[@amritapotdar]

Love love love the bright colors you use here. Please do tell me what basic colors you've used to make this pour? Thanks a ton in advance...

[@MyriamsNature]

Hi Amrita. I use a lot of Artist's Loft paints (from Michaels)... For this one I'm pretty sure I used their flow acrylics: neon green, and white and then the tube paints: cerulean blue, brilliant magenta and yellow.

[@monicacamilli2743]

H Myriam, First of I want to compliment your soothing voice and your choice of vernacular. Your professionalism is on point. I LOVE your designs! Your techniques and tips are different than anyone else's!! The that's a biggie!! You were the only one to give a baseline for quantity of paint to use. Hurray!! Super biggie!!! I have a couple Q's for you. I think you said to use 5 pts Floetrol in lieu of a medium- right? (I wish I had found you before my first 10+ canvases) and 1 Pt Paint, little H2o. Drops of 3in1. I had seen vids that had every variation of each of those elements, to stir or not to stir. It was quite confusing. I had had problems getting cells (thought it was my 3in1), and of course my heat wasn't working right. So the results were rather disappointing. Your use of negative space is quite distinct, with your 'natural' added touches I love them too. My other Q is how to treat the sides of the canvas I don't want random drips to look like mistakes. So how to make it look right? I kind of like how the cells drip over. Do you have a vid that shows how do you do this? Thanks for your channel, Monica

[@MyriamsNature]

Hi Monica... Oh my gosh! Thank you so so much for that amazingly kind assessment. You absolutely made my night! Now to answer your questions... as best I can.😊 Up to this point I have worked primarily on smaller canvases (12x12" and smaller) . Given that, I have not gone out of my way to get huge cells... I tend to like smaller, more localized cells. The mix I use (5:1 Floetrol to paint) allows me to get the vibrancy I need from the paint's color without wasting paint (ounce for ounce Floetrol is cheaper than any paint I use). Some have good success mixing Floetrol with PVA glue or pouring medium ... I'm going to do a comparison to show any differences it makes (I'll post whatever I find 😊). About silicone, the thought in the pouring community is that stirring it into your paint very well gets you small cells while only stirring it in a little gets you bigger cells. I personally stir silicone well for an extra reason ... I never have greasy canvases that require cleaning once a pour dries. The silicone I use literally vanishes (gets absorbed/evaporates... I honestly don't know which) if I stir it in well. If you get your paint mix to the right consistency and add a bit of silicone you really don't need a torch. Don't stress adding heat. The torch gets used mostly to enhance cells but honestly I rarely need it... I use it in videos just to show the effects but sometimes regret it 😄. The amount I mix for a pour works out to 1ml of paint mix per 1 sq. inch of canvas... That lets me cover the canvas without wasting paint. Now if I want to be able to let the paint run off the sides of the canvas, for pretty cell covered sides, I make about 10-20% more paint mix and then tilt more. Wetting the sides with paint first encourages the pour to flow down the sides more evenly. (Watch my ocean/beach pours ... I think I show that step.) If I do a negative space pour, I paint the sides in the background color and then let whatever dirty pour approaches the edge just run off the side... It looks great I think, as if the pour wrapped around the canvas. I hope you'll like the look too if you give it a try. I hope that helps a bit Monica! Thank you again for the lovely words... I am so grateful! 😊💕🎨

[@monicacamilli2743]

Myriam's Nature Funny thing, after watching one of your vids I knew we had stuff in common. Little did I know how much. Not just us both using the same medicine cups, that I also use for acrylics. Your idea about the tubing to change direction is just fabulous. I found so far that a coffee stir is a better size for me than a reg. straw, it also seems to get less saliva inside. If you do Peyote stitch beading, I use that stir for tubes for stability. Mothers of invention. As I watched more or all of your vids, you mentioned being a jewelry artist as well. And loving copper! That did it! We're kindred spirits. In Maryland I used to get a group of friends together to bead at a self service coffee house, or bookstore, you would have had a blast too. Now that I've moved to Fl. I need to find like minded artists to join. I would like to see your jewelry as well, if this post is private, I'd send my email to share a photo. Thanks again for your vids and writing me back. I know you're probably very busy, so you don't have to reply to this if you don't have time. Take care, Monica

[@MyriamsNature]

We doooo have a lot in common Monica! I have done peyote stitch and really loved it but had to leave it due to the time. It is one of those things that I know people don't understand in terms of time involved to make a piece so I couldn't "afford" to make jewelry that way for my business... Alas. If you'd like to see a little bit of my work, I have a small Etsy shop ( byMyriam.etsy.com ). You can also safely/privately contact me there and send pictures. 😊 I understand needing to find likeminded artists... It is wonderful to share what we love to do. I'll keep my fingers crossed that you find your FL "tribe" soon. 😀💕🎨 Thank you for being such a lovely, kind supporter... I genuinely appreciate it! (Oh my gosh... I totally forgot to mention how much I giggled about the saliva in the straw thing... it drives me cuckoo 😂. I always end up feeling like Sylvester the cat! )

[@kathyhays4025]

I love this one.

[@MyriamsNature]

Awww thank you Kathy!

[@jonaeflure]

This was wonderful Myriam. So funny... I was just wondering what a fork would do? Loved all the tips. I looking forward to checking out more of you'd videos ♡

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you Janet... I'm delighted that you are hoping to watch more. Happy to have answered the fork question, but now YOU have to play with one... It is so much fun! You will be surprised by how much that silly little thing can do. Thanks again.💕😊

[@jonaeflure]

Myriam's Nature I've been watching a lot of videos lately so I can learn the how-to's & how-not-to's with dirty pours. Yours is the first one that didn't sound like a darn lecture. And I don't mean a school lecture 😉. I enjoyed the welcoming calm in your voice.💖

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh good... I love this medium and hope to help others discover it and love it too. I am so happy that these videos feel calming. I'm pretty new to KZbin so I had trouble gauging how I came across... I so appreciate how nice everyone is and how encouraging. It has definitely helped. Don't ever hesitate to let me know what would help in the videos Janet ... I am happy to learn and look forward to making these better and better. Thanks again for your kindness. 😊

[@nvk_to_bg5022]

Great video and thanks so much for tips. You rock

[@amberbartlett9035]

Thank you! I really appreciate your tips :)

[@MyriamsNature]

You are so welcome Amber... It was totally fun to share them. Thank YOU for taking the time to leave such a kind comment! 😊

[@sarahrussell5107]

I love this, thank you for sharing.🤗👍👍👍

[@MyriamsNature]

I'm so glad Sarah... Thank you! 😊💕

[@MC-hd5zf]

My freebie share::; You know where you can get free plastic sheets? Off of lots of packaging! The clear “window” of many retail boxes (Think of all the boxed sets that are sold for holidays where you can see the contents) and the solid backs of the vacuum heat wrapped packing that has to be pried open with the jaws of life (there’s actually an As Seen in TV tool to cut that stuff open, in the SAME kind of packaging 😂). Anyway, you can cut that wonderfully free stuff with scissors and create a giant “fork” for large canvases to get the effect you so wonderfully demonstrated.

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh my gosh the jaws of life, it made me giggle so much Melinda… And I absolutely had to roll my eyes at the irony of the tool being packaged in that insanely difficult stuff. But your creative use for it is super smart… Thank you for sharing that! 😊

[@Flairatic1146]

Subscribed! Great ideas and very well presented. Thank you! I was trying to think if I could add a tip. I've used the non slip matting to drag across my pours, I like the uneven edging and I can cut it to size and wash it to reuse it. 😁

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh thank you for that amazingly supportive, encouraging comment!! 😊 And the tip... I would NEVER have thought of the non-slip mat... The uneven edge is brilliant! Thank you so much for sharing that with us!!

[@johnmeerveld3628]

Can I use the painted tiles when varnished to use as hot teapot stands. Thanks for all your great tips and painting info. Clare

[@bobbiegleason2575]

I have also used dental tools to drag paint around and create tendrils

[@MyriamsNature]

Definitely a great idea Bobbie!

[@eilujnager]

Great to know. Thank you!

[@Wombat1420]

Wow! Thank you!

[@MyriamsNature]

My pleasure Wombat... Thank YOU!

[@carolcentracchio9187]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEO, VERY INFORMATIVE, I'M VERY NEW BUT LOVE THIS. I didn't have a Plastic Fork so I used COMB. GREAT Effects. You said to give you our works. I will continue to watch you. I'm glad I can use Tiles,I have alot. But the Medium, can I just use Glue,Water & Acrylic paints?

[@MyriamsNature]

Oh I'm so glad Carol... Thank you. Tiles are great as a "canvas"... They are cheap and can't warp in any way! 😊 To answer your question, you can absolutely use glue and water in place of pouring medium. The glue that seems to be the best for this is Elmer's Glue-All. I love that you used a comb! I just did a video using hair picks and a comb (to marble the paint) that I think you might like... Here is link for it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eobaYmRnbdiDo8k I hope you have fun with the paints! Thanks again for the kind comment!💖

[@michellecrist653]

Awesome, thank you.

[@MyriamsNature]

My pleasure Michelle! I hope it helps. 😊

[@collinski53]

Thank you so much!! This was great!!

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank YOU Colleen! 😊

[@barbossa1st]

Thank you for the brilliant tips ! 😁

[@CoxJoxSox]

Good job!

[@MyriamsNature]

Thanks a bunch Nick!

[@Sassafra1]

PS...just a hint regarding another use for your art. Before you wipe it down with the acetate, , take shots of favorite parts of that art....You can use them for banners, cards etc, etc, if you feel so inclined.....and then you can swipe and get something Totally different.....All those fork run-thrus resulted in a Brilliantly beautiful art work....IMHO

[@MyriamsNature]

Very good ideas Sass! I try to take shots periodically but sometimes get so lost in the paint process that I forget. 😄 The fork is a wonder... it shocks me every single time I use it!😱😊

[@GR8Chi]

Thanks! I really enjoyed this and will subscribe right away.

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank YOU Eloise!😊

[@alisondukeart]

loved it.

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you Alison!

[@lynnschmitz7092]

Thank you so much!

[@MyriamsNature]

Absolutely my pleasure Lynn! 😊

[@kirstengilmore6325]

Thanks Myriam! So good to meet someone else who uses BBQ skewers for drawing back into a pour! :) If you wipe them just after painting, you can get quite a few uses from the same ones over time. One question about the pipettes and syringes: are you using these with acrylic mixed with pouring medium, and if so, what has worked to clean and reuse them? I found the syringes didn't work well on the second use, but maybe I need a different cleaning routine.

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you first of all for your kind comment. I totally agree about reusing the skewers. If you've got crazy glue in the house, coat the first inch or two of the skewer with a thin layer of glue and let it dry totally... Now it's waterproof and easier to clean 😀. About washing pipettes etc, I keep a bowl of slightly soapy water next to me while I'm working and dunk my pipettes and syringes in as soon as I'm done with them... As long as they are in the water, the paint in them won't dry so I can keep working. Then for clean up I just draw soapy water in and out of them until they are clean. I prefer Floetrol to pouring medium now (waaaaay cheaper and works super well!) but I'm sure the water will work with the medium too. All that stuff is water clean up before it dries. I hope that helps.😊

[@kirstengilmore6325]

Thanks Myriam. I'll test this out with pouring medium. :)

[@gaylescoolcraftsandsewing4372]

"don't scream" That's hilarious. You definitely know your audience.This is a very helpful video.

[@MyriamsNature]

Awww, I'm so glad Gayle... Thank you for that kind comment!

[@shirleyandersen4724]

great help

[@sandranixon7638]

You rock!!

[@bevcote2357]

Amazing thank you

[@MyriamsNature]

Thank you Bev. 😊

[@bobbiegleason2575]

Thank you for this video I never thought of using a fork and a couple of other things so I cruciate that and the things that I do you think about doing you show me how did you use the tools so thank you I love your videos but I really would like for you to talk about and kind of show us how to use the coconut milk product that you use instead of the silicone I would really appreciate that have a great day happy painting

[@usyungs]

great tips!

[@MyriamsNature]

I am really happy you got something out of that Holly... Thank you! 😊

[@ianskinner6349]

Hi. A plastic fork is now my new best friend!! ''Tis a wonderful thing. Have you any idea why the edges of my canvas are refusing to take the paint. The first time I tried the negative space technique I used far too much paint and at least half of it ended up on the cellar floor lol. I'm finding it so useful to watch you work the paint and am hoping that my two attempts following your instructions will be fit to hang in my newly decorated hall - if the first one ever dries that is!! Keep up the good work and many thanks for sharing. X

[@MyriamsNature]

So glad you're loving the fork Ian! When you say the edges won't take the paint, do you mean the paint slides off exposing the edges? If that's the case try a slightly thicker mix and/or less silicone (if you're using silicone). If that's not what you meant at all let me know.😊