5 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started Gelli Printing

Starting your Gelli printing journey? Here are the top 5 things I wish I knew when I first began! In this video, I share essential tips and insights that will save you time, effort, and frustration as you dive into the world of Gelli printing. From choosing the right materials to mastering techniques for stunning prints, these valuable lessons will help you avoid common pitfalls and elevate your artwork. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this guide is packed with practical advice and inspiration. Don't miss out on the bonus number six - it's the question I get asked the most! Subscribe for more tutorials and creative insights.
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[@FroyleArt]

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[@Raven-nx8ex]

Froyle is the best! Her laughter is so warm. Her talks are loaded with information and she is so encouraging. She goes over how to use a Gelli pad and how to clean them. She talks about how there are different types of gelli pads and the mediums they use. This is a great and easy to understand walk through if you are a beginner or a pro. To let go and play, see what papers & paints do.. And Froyle is SO much fun!!! ❤😂 plus she is very accomplished and an expert teacher.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘 cheers

[@kristinaandthegerman4554]

A video with Froyle is comparable to a university art class but a heckuva lot more fun and relaxed. I love an environment where “mistakes” are embraced and students are encouraged. Singing your praises from Tennessee! Best, Your latest groupie 😝

[@FroyleArt]

Thank You so much! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@chuckkolb1270]

Among your many talents, the one that stands out for me is your enthusiasm. It is infectuous.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 happy creating, cheers

[@judichristopher4604]

Silk Scarves... You must try this on a Silk Scarf or.. a Cotton Scarf... or a Cotton T-Towel.... The possibilities are endless... BTW... "HELLO" from SouthEastern New Mexico USA...

[@FroyleArt]

Haha! Yes that would be amazing!!! 😍

[@teresazuehls783]

This is just what I needed. A few years ago some of us crafty friends got together in the garage and we used gelli plates with acrylic paints, white cardstock and any leaves we could find. It was a blast even though most of my prints were not up to my standards. I did end up taking the best parts and turned them into cards (I mostly make cards or junk journals). So I did go out and buy a 5x7 gelli plate at my local Hobby Lobby. Had no idea what to look for in one so just purchased the size that would make prints I could use in my papercrafts. But it sat on my shelf for probably two years before I finally got up the nerve to make a mess and blunder through the process. Didn't know much but i used book pages, stencils and acrylic paint along some metalic paints. Omg, I am so hooked. I made prints until I was tired. I went back a few days later and just used printer paper, acrylic paint and baby powder. Now my gel plate sits on my craft table and I have started watching your videos. I just love watching your videos. Not only are they so full of valuable information but you have such great energy and enthusiasm and so encouraging. Your prints are amazing and I love your rich color choices. I will be watching more of your videos to continue this journey of gelli printing.❤ Thank you for sharing your knowledge.❤

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘 Happy creating! Cheers

[@clarisemason5527]

❤ Thank you. So many great ideas. 32:34

[@FroyleArt]

Cheers 😘

[@dellplummer5173]

How did you stick your prints into your book. Uhu, PVA, fabric fix ❓❓❓

[@FroyleArt]

Liquitex matte gel medium, cheers

[@nkoon2472]

I love your posts!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers

[@ElizabethHildebrandt-l1g]

Wow that was such a great episode. Thank you Froyle for sharing all your tips.

[@FroyleArt]

Cheers 😘👍🏼❤️

[@cailinsuiledonn]

Another great combination video of tips & laughter😊. Any chance you'd add a how to improve your pile of ' not happy with' video to the series ? 😊

[@FroyleArt]

Yes definitely that one is coming! 👍🏼

[@cailinsuiledonn]

Super 👍

[@catincj5162]

You don’t know how much this has helped me! I just unpackaged my first gelli plate, and I have been terrified, until I watched this. Found your group and asked to join, answered the questions. So I’m looking forward to binging on your KZbin channel. Thank you so much.

[@FroyleArt]

Wonderful! 😍 so glad to help! 😘 Happy creating, cheers

[@Carli23]

Thanks❤

[@FroyleArt]

You're welcome 😊

[@judichristopher4604]

"I'll have what she's having ..." Because I love this woman's energy... What a Beautiful Video... Made me smile so big.

[@FroyleArt]

Love it! 😍

[@user-og9np6kw6o]

The tip about dry paint on the plate not sticking to the paper, so you need to add a layer of wet paint before pulling a print is great. An aha! moment. Love the great and wild color combinations you use. Wish I could get those circular plumbers things you have here in the US.

[@FroyleArt]

I know right I learnt that the hard way! 😍 You can get circle masks the same size & better at @pmartiststudio 😘 cheers

[@melindareynolds7867]

Thank you for all the positive encouragement and wonderful information.🎨

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘cheers

[@marn6923]

I'm a beginner and did one of the things you suggested not to do--I bought expensive paper and was afraid to use it. I saw a tip to use deli paper. (I'm in the U.S., do you have that in New Zealand?) It's cheap and works so beautifully that that is all I use at the moment. It's slightly waxed on one side, 12 x 12, and stronger than my expensive paper when it comes to pulling off multiple layers. Sometimes I forget to pull a print because I get sidetracked and have only remembered the following morning. In spite of that, it pulls beautifully every time. By the way, watching your videos never fails to raise my spirits. Many artists make me smile or chuckle but you're the one who absolutely cracks me up (Is that American slang or do you know what that means?) And there's nothing better that cracking up on a dreary day!

[@FroyleArt]

Oh I agree sometimes I crack myself up! 🤣🤣 Happy creating, thanks for joining me! Cheers

[@BeverleyReed]

I made one using this recipe, which worked really well. Ingredients 7 sachets of gelatine 3/4 of a cup of Isopropyl alcohol 200ml of glycerine 1 cup Water Method Soak your gelatine in a cup of water for about 5 mins. Then add all the ingredients Heat using a double saucepan, stirring continually until melted and clear. Pour into a non-stick/scratch free container (make sure there are no marks, embossing marks on the container). Put into the fridge for a couple of hours, keep flat! Make sure that both sides and edges are thoroughly dry before use. A microwave can be used at 45 second intervals. Remember to stir regularly.

[@FroyleArt]

So much fun! 😘 Thanks for sharing! 😍

[@florneiers5651]

I found you today. You are amazing and inspiring! yEAaaaaaaaaH! ♥️♥️♥️ from USA!

[@FroyleArt]

Love it! 😘 Welcome to wonderland!! 😍 cheers

[@joycebotie223]

Thank you both for teaching so much and being an inspiration and inspiring us.

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating! 😘 cheers

[@thelasonj]

Absolutely fabulous video. So helpful and inspiring. I will watch again & again to lift me up. 😊

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating! 😘👍🏼 cheers

[@judichristopher4604]

30:38 Do you have a video on How To make a Journal?

[@FroyleArt]

No I haven’t made my own, I use the Dylusions creative journal 😍

[@roamingqueen]

Froyle, you're such an endless source of artistic wisdom! Paired with your courage to explore and change, you create such stunning pieces with your gel plates! Everyone into gelli printing should save this video in a playlist! Aloha from Berlin ❤🧡💛💚💜 ... yes, I'm back 😉

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much! 😘 I really wish I knew this when I started Gelli Printing! 😂 I’ve learnt so much! 😘 Happy creating, cheers

[@dianejohnstone8653]

Greetings from Victoria, Australia. You are amazing!! I am looking forward to the playlist for beginners Thank you for a great, fun video. Truelly inspirational!!

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating! 😘 cheers

[@MapleBlondieCr8s]

I'm sorry, I'm having difficulty understanding what you're saying when you talk about which paper you're using now... 🤦🏼‍♀️😔🥴 (It's just the name of the paper - I'm sure it's my ears.) That said, you've a new subscriber here as you're BRILLIANT!🙌🏻🤩🙌🏻 I'm just starting with my gelli journey & stumbled across one of your fantastic videos so I'll be binging waaaay passed my bedtime for weeks! 🤪🤣 Thank you for sharing your fabulous self & great knowledge with such warmth, humour & generosity! 💖

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! You can always check in the description under the video for the art supplies. I'm usingY asutomo Hosho Paper Sketch Pad - amzn.to/3p2uEhC Carnival Papers Wet Strength White Tissue Paper - amzn.to/3CvaRL7 Happy creating, cheers

[@SophyMarkettos]

Hi Froyle, I've found your channel this week and, wow, I wish I'd found you sooner!! I absolutely love your enthusiasm, and the way you encourage people to just enjoy experimenting with this wonderful art form. I spent most of yesterday messing about (literally: me and my desk are both still covered in sparkly paint hehe!) with my gel plate and, while some prints worked out better than others, I loved every second of it, not least because I kept hearing your voice saying 'oh well, it's just paper!' And I've even saved the less successful prints to go back to another day, rather than binning them straight away as I used to. Oh, and I never knew not all gel plates are for the same thing(!) So, anyway, short message = Thank you!! :)

[@FroyleArt]

That's so great! I love it! Happy creating, cheers

[@kimpuckett6919]

Oh my gosh…I purchased small speed ball plates for a workshop recently and the workshop was kind of a bomb because the paint wasn’t spreading like I expected. Mind blown when you said speedball gell plates are made for acrylic INKS, not paints. Read the Amazon description and sure enough. Such a waste as I bought a student pack this year and also a few years ago. No wonder no-one who takes my gel plate workshops goes on to continue gel printing! Thanks so much for this tip.

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating, 😘 cheers

[@judichristopher4604]

20:40 Wet Strength Tissue Paper... (?) What magic is this you talk about? Whereforouthest do you buy this fairmaiden?

[@judichristopher4604]

Yes... I am an Acting Teacher.... How can you tell?

[@FroyleArt]

Amazon baby! amzn.to/3CvaRL7

[@FroyleArt]

Hilarious!! 😂

[@kikibalden7462]

Thanks so much Froyle for your advice, ready to finally break out my gel plate which I’ve had for about 3 years

[@FroyleArt]

Yah! 👍🏼 Happy creating! 😘 cheers

[@geoffreyvaughn]

This video is incredibly helpful. Thank you.

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating! Cheers

[@judyleaweber6742]

I like to use smooth newspaper paper, it is one of my favorites, the large size for my 12 X 14" plate. Chalk paint works, but I don't like it. If you like subtle colors, it's great. You always make me feel better about my art, and you give great inspiration.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank You so much! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@Shannon_Bryan]

Really helpful video Froyle! I'm glad I found your channel!

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much! 😘 cheers

[@jennifermackinnon7870]

Thank you for this great beginners tips video! I am very new to gelli printing and definitely going through a wave of being discouraged. I have heard about your channel at @PM Artist Studio where I keep learning more.

[@FroyleArt]

So much fun! Don’t give up! 😘Happy creating 😍cheers

[@julieboyle170]

Very inspiring and answered many questions I had. Thank you for sharing.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 cheers

[@cidk59]

I have to say, I tried the Meeden paint, and I found it to be really translucent - definitely not highly pigmented. They have great colors, but the coverage is poor.

[@FroyleArt]

It has worked well for Gelli printing 👍🏼 cheers

[@DCarey]

I’m so glad I watched this! I tried the technique of spraying water on my plate but my paint didn’t pool up like yours did. I couldn’t figure out what I did differently than you did and was set rewatch that video after this one. But you answered my question! I have an older gelli plate so it didn’t have that mineral coating you talked about. I wonder if cleaning it with baby oil would make the sprayed water pool up more. I’m going to have to experiment!

[@FroyleArt]

Go for it! Experimenting is the best way to learn, happy creating, cheers

[@susanharrison3647]

What an amazing video! I am in the midst of the 100 Days on Skillshare. I delight in all your videos; they are so encouraging and generous in every way. This one was over the top! Thank you, Froyle.❤❤❤

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘Much appreciation, cheers

[@moonpixyart4562]

Is there a “feel” to when it’s dry? I made my grand daughters 5x7 plates. We are learning together.

[@FroyleArt]

So much fun! 🤩

[@NotesFromPastAmy]

Excellent timing! Joanns had a 50% off coupon yesterday so I went in to look at a different item and ended up purchasing the last gel plate in the store. I wasn't sure what i was going to do with it, or even where to start, but that's how i found you. Thank you for your warm and approachable videos. I'm off to watch more!

[@FroyleArt]

Oh how exciting! 😘 Welcome to Wonderland! 😍 Happy creating, cheers

[@susiebrooke3852]

I’m so glad I have found you I absolutely love your channel I’m here to stay ❤

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 You have a few videos to catch up on! 👍🏼🥰 cheers

[@helendynes2891]

Chock full of awesome advice, thank you so much!! 😊

[@FroyleArt]

Cheers! 😘

[@anneshome]

Thank you for the nice, abundant and relaxed information you shared 💞

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 cheers

[@morningdewgarden7432]

Hello! Froyle my friend, as your knowledge base has grown, so has mine. As you do your experimental techniques on KZbin, I do those with you! You have enabled me to be so much more relaxed and have taught me to do my own experiments as well and I have actually perfected a few new techniques of my own with results that I just love!!! I can't thank you enough for sharing so much with those of us that have much still to learn! You have helped me to feel more confident with my creating and my own ideas for future experimenting. I am a Patreon member as well and learn more with each video and Skillshare lesson! It's actually a favorite weekend activity to save up 5 or 6 of your videos from those websites and watch for hours! I take a few notes and go into my little studio and have a blast listening to music and trying out whatever you did in those videos! Believe it or not even trying new color combos or a new stencil or 3 is really exciting to me! I always check your supply lists and links for some thing fabulous. Enough gushing! Thanks a bunch!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so very much! 😘 You are exactly why I create these videos, my passion is to inspire you & push you on because you don’t know how amazing you are!!! Happy creating, see you in the studio, cheers Froyle

[@rondamudloff5906]

I also use parchment paper and have no problems with it and I use wet tissue too.

[@FroyleArt]

😘 cheers

[@number1bettyboop]

Fabulous class Froyle. Thanks so much for

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 cheers

[@valeriekeddie2980]

Thank you so much for all of these very helpful ideas! You are the best!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank You so much! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@MaddyT54321]

This was fantastic and so informative ❤ thank you 😊

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating, cheers 😘

[@ElizabethHildebrandt-l1g]

Its going to be a good one I'm sure.

[@FroyleArt]

😘❤️

[@ruthanntinsley3600]

The drying time advice was perfect. There is no way to tell someone when but your answer was concise and very clear. Good job Froyle.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for watching! 😘Happy creating, cheers

[@gabrielleevans8925]

Just sent this video to a friend who is just starting out with gelli printing. So useful thanks Froyle

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 cheers

[@janemoss2455]

Just found you ! I am a real beginner so there is a lot to take in. Thank you

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating! 😘 cheers

[@JournalBreezeYT]

HELP please Froyle- thanks so much for mentioning how to store the plate. I did exactly what you said not to do and the circles are on it now. I'm a newbie and the plate is old but I never opened it until recently. Have I wrecked it forever? Is there anyway to get the circle impressions off? I would guess the plastic piece was on it for 2 weeks. It's now laying on kraft paper with copy paper on top of it. I'm loving gel printing so much. This is a bummer. Would turning it over be one wy of continuing to use it if I can't get them to go away? Thanks for any suggestions.

[@FroyleArt]

Yes definitely flip it over it works the same both sides! The marks may come out in time, depends on how deep they are. Don’t give up, it will all be ok & you can use the other side! 👍🏼cheers

[@JournalBreezeYT]

@@FroyleArt TY! Fortunately it looks better already. I did a double whammy on it by having a plastic acetate sheet on each side, so bubbles formed on the back too! A good night's rest with paper worked wonders! 🤩🤣😅😅

[@ILoveMaltese]

How do you cut those big sheets of wet strength tissue paper down?

[@FroyleArt]

With scissors! 😂 Happy creating! 😘 cheers

[@gabrielleevans8925]

Where do you get your wet strength tissue from? Wish they sold it here in NZ!

[@FroyleArt]

Amazon 👍🏼

[@josfany]

merci pour toutes ces explicatons, vous êtes adorable💮🌸🍀🌺

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers

[@gailgohrick5836]

Thanks for the encouragement!!

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! Cheers Froyle 😘

[@selenadixon3108]

such a good summary, thanks for doing this!

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating, 😘 cheers

[@cIvy726]

I have just discovered you and I'm loving everything about your channel! I love your work, I love your tutorials, and I love your attitude! I have hunted you down on other platforms in order not to miss anything you care to share. I was particularly grateful for your Meeden review and demo as I wanted a paint that would work well, have a good pigment payoff, a wide range of colours so I would not be discouraged by a limited palette, and not break my little bank. 100 paints should arrive on Saturday. Big thanks to your delightful self!

[@FroyleArt]

I love the 100 pack, although the tubes are too small! 😂 Happy creating, cheers

[@cIvy726]

@@FroyleArt haha! I like to begin with a wide palette so that I learn what I will quickly exhaust and then replace one by one, maybe from a more costly line... or not, who knows! Thanks again!

[@junkjournalingbarbie5007]

Ok so sorry in advanced for this longer message (I know the things I’ll be saying so I know already it’ll be longish) I’m new to both your channel and gelli plates (I just ordered 2, 1 x 8” x 10” and 1 x 5”x7”. I just ordered from temu because they’re so costly even there but twice as much everywhere else and I’m not 100% sure I’ll enjoy them (I’m 90% sure though!) but just don’t have the money for the “good” ones. I’m not saying temu ones won’t be “good” I have no idea though, but hope I didn’t just waste $60 of my money. I’ll definitely do a reveal on my channel on how they work though. I mostly wanted to type this to thank you for not just this video (the only one I’ve watched so far) but I saved your playlist for gelli plates to watch this week. I’m taking notes as I go and I’m sure I’ll have to watch back again once I get my plates in for inspiration too! Sorry about very long winded “THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!” And yes I screamed that loudly (but politely because I am Canadian after all lol). Thanks again and I’m looking forward to diving into more of your videos. Stay warm. I know it’s winter there……It’s freaking HAWT here, 36C this week…..too hot already! Take care, Barb Aja junk journaling Barbie

[@FroyleArt]

So happy to meet you! What brand did you buy from temu? Is it gelelf? because I'm going to try these ones! So glad my videos can help, I seriously wish I knew this when I started gelli printing, I have learned so much in the past few years! Happy creating, cheers Froyle

[@junkjournalingbarbie5007]

@@FroyleArt yup, gelelf! I watched a channel that he did quite a wonderful review (not sponsored, but they did gift them to him) but they worked really well with what he was using.

[@marypartridge5154]

Yes I think you are great and a lot of fun so thanking you

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much! 😘 Happy creating, cheers

[@craftnerdcreates]

This video has so many good tips. I'm a beginner with a gelli plate and I think I now know why I've been having some issues with my pulls. Thank you.

[@FroyleArt]

That's so great!! Happy creating! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@joecruz6237]

Very helpful video thank you. I have a question about bubbles and how to store your plate. I just received a new plate and I did not take the bottom plastic off to preserve the bottom and I just wanted to work with the top part of the plate. well I read if you put a piece of copy paper on top and stored that way you won't get any bubbles. next day I went to work on it and the whole top of the page was wet with oil and the top of the plate was all cloudy. I wasn't happy with that. so now I'm not sure what to do with that so I flipped it and took the bottom plastic off and decided to use that side. So, now, what can I do about bubbles and what can I do about storing? Im guessing it's always going to develop bubbles, right? Also is it okay to cover the top and bottom of my plate with copy paper and not worry about oil leakage? thanks for your time.

[@FroyleArt]

I have seen that is the best way to store the plate with copy paper 👍🏼

[@FroyleArt]

I would like to store mine in tins so they don’t need paper on top but I haven’t seen any in the size I need! Someone should be making them, they would make a fortune! 😍 cheers

[@deborahreeder7374]

Thank you for all the great tips!

[@FroyleArt]

So much fun! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@paulafitz532]

I really appreciate your try it attitude!!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘

[@debtaylor4015]

I watch you with my grandchildren and they LEARN!!!!! Thank you for your gentle fun interesting lessons.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much! 😘 cheers

[@LeeAnnCostello]

I didn't realize Speedball Geli plate was for Ink! I live in a high desert and am having a lot of paper tearing maybe I need a new plate!

[@FroyleArt]

I have heard it’s hard to use with acrylic paint! 😍 cheers

[@LeeAnnCostello]

Oh that makes me feel better trying transfers not working out

[@lorriedairda7457]

Thank you so very much, Froyle, for this awesome tutorial !!! You are awesome!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘

[@suetraviss8888]

Oh my God…thanks for explaining about the Speedball gel plate! I bought one and it totally sucked, but I wasn’t using inks…and it’s funny that the woman at the very expensive art store didn’t tell me that. So good to know. I bought a couple of gel press plates and I love them, as you can probably tell by the amount I post on that group page…🙄😁. Thanks Froyle ❤️

[@FroyleArt]

Haha! I know right! You don’t know what you don’t know!!!! Happy creating, cheers 😘

[@ochervelvet9687]

Hello. You can still use your Speedball plate if you buy Speedball inks. They have a line of water soluble inks in addition to their regular line (including beautiful metallics), which makes cleaning up easier. Another mixed media artist named Robyn McClendon has done some videos on using Speedball inks on the gel plate. The effects are very “printerly.” She’s here on KZbin.

[@suetraviss8888]

@@ochervelvet9687 yes, I have Robin’s book. I can’t afford to venture into inks right now. I just have paint.

[@AzaleaLala]

I love that you encourage people to just dive in and experiment. And that there is no wrong way to do anything because that is how we learn. Thank you.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much! 😘 It really is the best way to learn! 👍🏼 cheers

[@JanisFrost-j4r]

Thank you Froyle, always a joy to watch you. I feel inspired!

[@FroyleArt]

Cheers! 😘

[@COZCreationsArt]

You make me smile. Love listening to you. Cant stop smiling 😊

[@FroyleArt]

You’re so cute! 🥰 Thanks so much! 😘❤️

[@robintillotson5665]

Such a good video!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you!!

[@annlinden1596]

Thank you! I just ordered the 100 pack of paints I appreciate your code for 10% off. In the USA 🇺🇸 the price was $50 dollars… I appreciate all your videos and you! 😊❤️😊

[@FroyleArt]

That’s very exciting! 😍 They work really well for Gelli Printing although the tubes are rather small, I love the variety of colours! 😘 Happy creating, cheers

[@yvonnebuysen9435]

Dear Froyle, FYI, 'Yeates Makes' did a review of GELELF' gel printing plates on his KZbin Channel. It is an extensive trial using tons of different materials and techniques. He found the results very satisfying and the plates are way more affordable.

[@FroyleArt]

So good to know! 👍🏼I’m going to give them a try 😍 cheers

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

Thank you!😊

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! Cheers Froyle 😘

[@SuAndFox]

Thank you so much for sharing this video Foyle. I believe your videos were the first I watched after bringing home my geliarts plate and I'm still learning from you. At the time I didn't know there were other plates out there. I've accumulated 1 large, medium, small and one round one! Printers inks haven't worked well for me and now I know why! There are so, so many other take-aways here and the most important one after months of frustration and a whoooooole lot of prints, I'm finally feeling more relaxed. The joy of doing is always there though and will be for a lot more years to come. Again, thank you. You are such a joy to watch!

[@FroyleArt]

So glad, Happy creating! 😘cheers

[@amherst88]

Fabulous as always my dear -- you are a superb teacher/coach/art-encourager, truly one of a kind ❤ FYI since I know you enjoy experimenting with new things, if you're inclined to test an 'oil-related' thing you might try using an oil stick on the gel plate (a single white one could get you started) -- you can brayer out a thin layer from the oil stick and then add alcohol inks (in any design/colors) -- the oil on the plate will hold the inks so you can pick up the print right away and without having to apply another layer of paint. The oil as a medium lets you do things with alcohol ink that acrylic doesn't & it's easy to remove from the plate with baby oil when you finish. If you decide to try it you might want to start with your little used 5x7 & see how it comes out. As you say so often, cheers!

[@FroyleArt]

Oh that sounds like fun!!! 😍 thank you! 😘 cheers

[@teresarohlin1859]

Thank you

[@FroyleArt]

Cheers! 😘

[@anjea9759]

So thrilled I found you!! Your info is great. Your enthusiasm is infectious! And you’re so supportive of us. Thank you 🎉

[@FroyleArt]

Thank You so much! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@joycemaureroriginal8563]

That was great! Sorry I had to leave early but finished watching. Those bowls of Libby's were amazing.

[@FroyleArt]

So good! 😘❤️

[@lisamorice4701]

I love playing with my gel plate. It really is playing, because it's so much fun and a bit unpredictable. Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks and for encouraging everyone to just give it a go. I love your style and I always get inspired seeing your work.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers

[@jobo8819]

Such great advice. I've yet to invest in a Gelli plate but so looking forward to it. Thanks for all your tips, tricks and encouragement.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 cheers

[@dawnkarasaki6172]

Thank you so, so much Froyle. You covered everything. Love listening to your enthusiastic voice.💕

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers

[@TheDandyRaven]

YOU ROCK!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘 cheers

[@cilla268]

Thank you for posting the absolute best gelli print info I've come across. I'm new to this and don't have the ability to visualise what I want to achieve so it's just practise, practise, practise for now.

[@FroyleArt]

Yeah baby that's exactly how I learned! Wish I knew this when I started! haha! But it is mileage under the brush (or gel plate) that will make you a better artist! Happy creating, cheers

[@annemcdonald5602]

Thank you so much for sharing these tips based on your experience! Fabulous!

[@FroyleArt]

I really do wish I knew this when I started Gelli printing! 😘Happy creating, cheers

[@G.G.8GG]

Great one!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! Cheers! 😘

[@jennifersdoglife]

Yes yes yes!

[@FroyleArt]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@luannkinisky5339]

Hands down the best beginner guide to gelli printing! START HERE!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘👍🏼

[@kristinebeer9505]

Thanks for all the advice and encouragement!!! ❤❤❤😊

[@FroyleArt]

Happy creating, 😘 cheers

[@lucieschulte4611]

Dear Froyle, thank you for this and all your other Videos. You are really the best!! Your made my day. Love from Germany ❤❤❤

[@FroyleArt]

Oh so happy to hear it! 😘 All the best, cheers

[@ajaenes5005]

I love your point of view, Froyle. Your videos are so inspiring.🥰 I'm strugling a lot but I love it and enjoy it.

[@FroyleArt]

Don't give up! Happy creating! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@klartistic]

Another great Froyle video. Thank you. ❤

[@FroyleArt]

Thank You so much! 😘 Cheers Froyle

[@lidanaude8022]

❤❤❤❤

[@FroyleArt]

😘😍👍🏼

[@PatWalden]

❤❤❤

[@FroyleArt]

Cheers! 😘

[@joannasundquist8494]

Can’t wait for this one!! ❤

[@FroyleArt]

It’s getting pretty real! Haha! 😂 The

[@joycemaureroriginal8563]

@@FroyleArt How many videos will be in this beginners series?

[@MarylynBroomhall]

Great video Froyle. So many wonderful tips shared. I have been playing with gel printing for some months now, enjoying your Skillshare Classes when I get the motivation to create. When I first started out it was so daunting. This video tells it as it is, warts and all. So helpful for a beginner and encouraging for students like me at my stage of discovery. Your laughter makes me smile and your attitude encourages me to continue my journey. Thank you to all your Facebook Folk for showing what they create. Wonderful ideas! Love, just love, Libby’s bowl! Hmm, wonder how she does that…lol ❤

[@gailhalpin4376]

Love you Froyle, your art is amazing.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘 cheers

[@FayeKnight660]

Still loving you after all these years 😂

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much!! 😘

[@julieparker1114]

Awesome advice here Froyle!

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! Cheers Froyle 😘

[@marjoriebelt2842]

Thanks for all the inspiration!

[@FroyleArt]

You are so welcome!