DIY Acrylic Paint Skins (AND Exciting Journal Project Ideas!!!)

[@thebudgetbee9694]

You've probably heard this 1000 times but I really appreciate the way you show us what each video is about right at the very beginning. I love your videos and your wonderful ideas. God bless you and your family!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@hubbysswee]

If I may, I’d like to take a moment to congratulate you on the success of your book! A number 1 bestseller! WOW! 🎉🍾👏 You **deserve** it Natasha! Today another unique project, one many never would’ve thought of. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you a million!!!

[@thebudgetbee9694]

Awe! Banjo is precious!

[@joang.cavanna2046]

I love the lady piece. It's awesome! Her skirt is amazing.

[@Nallyella]

I absolutely love how your mind works... from absolutely nothing you crate masterpieces... Stvarno savrsenstvno!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Hvala puno!!!

[@skp8738]

Natasha, I love your fearlessness when crafting and your motto of “just why not”

[@shulaney4639]

I'm blown away!!!

[@KimVictoria-Artist]

Tip #1: I usually layer wax paper between skins and keep them in a box. Tip #2: If only a small skin is desired you can make it on the inside of a lid from things like cottage cheese and it is easy to peel off when thick enough. Tip #3: Paint a layer of acrylic matte medium, let dry, and then put the colors on top, which make the skin easier to peel off and a bit sturdier. I haven't made skins specific for using these ways, as usually skins are the result of my dried palette after acrylic painting. It will be fun to make them deliberately. I love the cheesecloth idea, too, and must try that. Thank you for all these great ideas for using them.

[@MonaLisa-xc5dm]

Thank you ❤

[@rosemorales3135]

I just love your sound effects 🫶🫶🫶✌️✌️✌️🤘🤘🤘🐾🐾🐾

[@pma613]

I’m so inspired 🌱💛

[@jjournaldiva]

Words can't describe how amazing this is!

[@lericamims]

You are a great artist!

[@susanavenir]

Edit: My way of finishing work that includes acrylic paint is with a little Dorland's Wax. Just grab a piece of kitchen roll and rub a little bit of the wax across the piece and gently buff it off. It doesn't add shine, it just eliminates the stickiness. BUT that has to be the last step. The wax will resist new layers of most mediums. If a skin I'm making rips, I just get a new one going with a layer of wet paint and lay the torn one on top, either matching the main color with the fresh paint or ripping the skin more and placing it on a new color or colors. Let dry - yes, 48 hours! - before peeling again. Original comment: It's always such a pleasure to see a new video from you pop up in my notifications. Thank you for all the work you put in on our behalf! Edit 2: I love your ideas for using skins. THAT DRESS ! ! !

[@janetvisochi-baum7572]

i absolutely love the journal covers and the buttons - i remember making acrylic skins lol - time to play again - the Love Letter journal cover is so beautiful - Natasa i would like to thank you for giving us a quick look at Banjo - Like myself i am sure many of your viewers are Furry Lovers - it makes me feel good inside to see him so loved and so secure and so happy - i hope things have calmed down - he is beautiful - thank you again for rescuing him - blessings xx

[@laurelwilkinson2594]

I think your "mindless creation" is more mindful than you believe, and very much intuitive. And I love how "this sort of stuff" is more specific than "what we do". I so enjoy listening to you, as much as I enjoy watching the creative process. And I am inspired. Thank you!

[@willowrish]

Bless your heart Natasha! 💞💞💞

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so very much :)

[@jayneterry8701]

I am inspired every time I visit this channel! Ty so much. Banjo is a sweetheart 🐶😊💗 Never stop " just playing around " 🩷

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@lericamims]

Beautiful artistry!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@mshanks2257]

Wow your videos are a ton of fun to. watch and the ideas are so much fun and unique!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@brittahansen8688]

What a wonderful new idea! I happened to peel of a layer of dried acrylic paint off my paint palette, but didn´t have the idea to do it on purpose, like you did. You are so inventive! It´ s a great gift. I´m so happy to have found you on youtube and take part in the fabulous adventures you invite us to. Lots of love, Britta 🥰

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much Britta :)

[@suearcher8708]

What a fun and slightly messy project! My favorite kind.

[@amyh.b.khalil8519]

I am so blessed to have found you two years ago ❣️❣️ My darling …, you’re the BEST***

[@dh7217]

Have been making and saving acrylic skins for years. I keep them on page protectors in 3 ring binders for all kinds of projects. So nice to create the color combos needed or just for FUN. IF the glue portions of the paint mix is a little high they WILL stick together. Gently use heat gun or hair dryer to warm up for flattening and peeling apart. Too much heat bubbles/melts it. Spray a Clear coat to finish pieces. Thank you for the cheese cloth idea!! That is a leveled up method. Great for stabilizing the paint.❤❤❤ Hope things are better with you and the sweet pup.

[@ciscokid0110]

Me too

[@margaretandersen9914]

I love the way everything's a sensory experience for you. Even your voice is a sensory experience!

[@loribecker4403]

Thank you Natasa for sharing your creativity, humor, inspiration and kindness. I GREATLY appreciate it!!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Wow, thank you so very much, this is hugely appreciated :)

[@Gothlite-i1l]

My twins discovered acrylic skins over 25 years ago when they were just out of toddlerhood. I think they accidentally spilled paint, or maybe glitter glue, on something unexpected that had a plastic-like/waxy coating (a shoebox lid of some sort?). They ended up peeling off the dried paint/glue and I still have blobs of ornaments that I put on the Yule tree every holiday - shows how long they last. What a great reminder of an old accident, Natasa!

[@janetanderson8719]

Like a lot of viewers on here, I also did and abundance of “pour painting” and let the paint run off the sides of the canvas onto a plastic bag that I had opened to catch my overflow. Now, I think back to what a waste….. I could have had hundreds of “Paint Patches. If only I had found you first😂❤

[@mrsdscraftdesk]

The science teacher in me is loving the space cover! The journal maker in me loves the butterfly. And the seamstress in me loves the buttons. I’m just in love with the concept!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Hehe I love it, thank you!!

[@danacolosimo5874]

Wow love these, sooo cool 😍❤️ can’t wait to give it a try 😊 thank you for sharing😘🇨🇦

[@TreasureBooks]

Have fun!

[@creativelindations]

What a wonderful way to use up old paint. The one with white, black and gold is simply beautiful!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@carmelgerdsen2399]

Love this idea

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you! 😊

[@donnanichols993]

I just received your book. What I really love about all your ideas is that you don’t need to purchase anything. You find beauty in everything. Using colors and tags that I would not use together, but you make them look perfect together. Love your work!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so very much!! Please leave me a review on Amazon if possible :)

[@shirleymalatino9474]

Fantastic!!!! Again you have the best imagination, keep them coming. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE them. Thank you.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@lizolivier3305]

The queen of new ideas. Thank you for sharing.

[@TreasureBooks]

So nice of you, thank you!

[@tamimartine8441]

I made skins years ago for jewelry. Hasn't thought of them for years! So fun, and beautiful projects as usual, Natasa!

[@jeanm.peterson6890]

You are ALWAYS amazing me, N. I have a list of 86 - now 87 embellishments. I know there are probably 100 more. :D These are so very beautiful. Thank you.

[@TreasureBooks]

Hehe I love it, thank you :)

[@sandrasheldon5407]

This looks like so much fun. Thanks for the idea.

[@clairegagne6906]

Oh my Natasa! What a great idea. I need to give this one a try. I love the pink one very much. My next choice would be the one you made with us, beautiful. Thank you for a peek at Banjo. Hope he's doing better. He has a great home & will be loved. Be well, be safe & TYFS

[@purplejanew]

That journal cover is amazing! Thank you so much for showing us your imagination working in the wild!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@PattyMoor3]

I love this idea. You always have such creative ideas and examples. The trick with cheesecloth is wonderful, it really makes it more like fabric. Now I wish I had collected the drips of some paint pouring projects I did with my granddaughter. Thanks again for a fun project!

[@ChristalGill]

WOW! I LOVE your ideas!! 💖 Great Journal covers! Each one is Stunning! I think my favorite one is the one with the feather and heart, 💖 next would be the Lady with the Skin Skirt! Thank you for sharing with us! Crafty Hugs!

[@PatSimmons-g4r]

Wow - love this idea. Your work is so special.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@claireskey5439]

Dear Natasha 😍This is why I love your channel. You're old school! No fancy stuff! And if you don't have a spatula, I use the cheapest plastic knife available. Tip, baby powder or talc does work to help the paints not to stick. I learnt this from Jennibellie and Helen Wells, over in the UK.🇬🇧😁 Happy crafting, neighbour , hugs to Banjo🐕🇦🇺💕

[@chicvintagegifts6335]

I have never heard of paint skins.....where have i been hiding lol thanks for bringing to our attention......oh wow i love the dress ❤ xxx

[@denisegardner2373]

Leave it to you to make something cool. On the black gold skin I pictured a cool backdrop for Halloween. Endless possibilities! TFS ❤

[@brookematthews4431]

Love this. You never cease to amaze me with all of your ideas. I so enjoy your unfiltered talks to us as well. Thank you again for everything

[@ciscokid0110]

I use paint skins for lots of projects, including jewelry. They amaze me😊❤️

[@louisetripoli6831]

Yes! I've done this, not in my journals but in my mixed media paintings and art journals. Thank you for sharing and sparking my memory.

[@bl0tt44]

my favourites are the buttons and the dress. the skirt flowed beautifully, possibly the shape you cut enhanced it x

[@judyconstantino7035]

Wow! I am always amazed at your creativity!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@maureenwilson6951]

Oh my I knew pain could skin but never seen this b4 and using it this way how absolutely fabulous guess I will be trying this out thank you ❤

[@kathleenmccrory9883]

The 1st skin reminds me of Leopard spots. It's beautiful. 2nd edit, lol. I should wait until the end to comment. I really, really love this project. Everything about it. Thank you.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@katrina-kylie436]

Очень круто!! Спасибо за вдохновение и большое количество идей!!!

[@rgporter1957]

Oh my goodness! My mind is doing cart wheels with ideas! This is going to be so much fun! You are the Creative Wizardess, my dear!❤❤❤

[@TreasureBooks]

Yay! Thank you!

[@chiagirlmyfatcat896]

Such a great idea, I have alot of acrylic paint to experiment with. Banjo and you are adapting well to each other. He's found home ... he said "hi mom" back😊

[@LeisaBrower-m6o]

I absolutely love your creativity! You give me great inspiration!

[@Sheamarie]

I love this project. I like the idea of making planets with the acrylic paint skins. I am inspired. Thank you for sharing.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you! 😊

[@cathycole1995]

Oh my gosh! Why do we think that’s soooo amazing?❤ idk but WE DO !! Love love love these ideas!❤

[@cathlynballard8409]

I love your videos and creativity, all your ideas are so inspiring, you’re a perfect teacher and producer . . . but boy-o-boy do I have a huge crush on Banjo!!! ❤ PS: Your book is absolutely wonderful!

[@TreasureBooks]

Hehe thank you so very much!!!

[@susanmary4752]

Oh my goodness my grandchildren will absolutely love something like this! Great idea!!

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

I have made skins before. They sew fun. Last time I did not make any thing with them. Now I have som ideas. Thank you! Very lovely.

[@Gramsartplace]

I can’t wait to make and play with paint skins! Thank you for being so willing to share your creative ideas and projects ❤

[@TreasureBooks]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching :)

[@roseapple8786]

Miss Natasa, at first, I wasn't sure where you were going with this project. But you amazed me on what you created, and your mind is brilliant. This project turned out amazing. I mean everything you created is beautiful. Thank you for sharing and God Bless. 🥰💖💯💯💯💯💯👍👍👍👍👍(🌹🐞🦂🌵)

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@Lunareon]

The cheesecloth texture reminds me of snake skin. These skins would also be a great material to use in miniatures. I have so many ideas now! As always, thank you for the tutorial and for the inspiration.

[@susiesugars3844]

What fun!

[@TreasureBooks]

That would be cool!

[@growwithJoy1]

Wonderful video! I make paint skins for jewelry, collages, and the pieces that are thin I allow it to rip organically as I’m peeling and use it on a thin wood piece for a book plate. It’s so addictive lol. I love how you’ve used yours. Thank you for another great video. ❤

[@TubeYouLena]

You asked. I made something similar in the past using napkins that were already dry after applying to them diluted with water white school glue. The napkins were thin, sturdy and textured and I just painted them the fun way. But after that I forgot to go to town with finished product. 😆To go to town is what I learn from your channel and for that thanks so much!! I 💌 the 🪶!

[@donnaswisher8408]

Interesting project. I think I'll have to play with some paint. 😊 TFS Hope you have a great day. 🌞

[@philippians4890]

So innovative, thinking outside the box! There’s so much richness and texture, the finished projects are stunning! 😄🦋🧡🎨

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@kerenvalentin7082]

Brilliant! That was an awesome project, you amaze me how your ideas just keep flowing. You are a creative genius! Some of us would have never thought of doing something like that. I love, love the one with the feather and the post cards, that one is beautiful. Your book is on the way and I can't wait to read it. Stay safe!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you very much!

[@barbaragaudreau8830]

Hi Natasha from Texas… what a cool idea!!! I’da never thought of this idea! I’m soooo excited!!!! My copy of your book is on its way to me!!! Can hardly wait!! I just love you to pieces!!! Find someone to give you a big ole bear hug and pretend it’s from me!!! 🙃 Your nails are the same color as mine!!!! Brilliant minds… the say… lol Keep up the great vids!!! And take care too.

[@kimbrewer8483]

Wow! I love all the colors you used in making the skins. I would have never thought about doing that! You really have inspired me. I don’t know if I would ever try it but I’m glad you did to really show me what actually can be done! I really love the colors on your cheese cloth skin! Beautiful!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so very much :)

[@robinsutton4952]

Lovely projects. I just spread glue with my fingers, so I’m peeling dried glue. Takes me back, when we would do that in school. You have endless ideas and inspiration. And I thank you.

[@junek8574]

Totally inspiring! Love the one with the post cards the best!!!!! Beautiful. Thank you❤

[@caroljones4000]

very cool and what a fantastic technique to use up paints instead of tossing the leftovers - BRAVA

[@cricketnylund7329]

I really enjoyed this video , who knew? I will be trying that at some point. Can I just say how sweet your doggie looks, I’m so glad he has a good home now. I miss my dog so much , so I love to see other people’s doggies . Cricket

[@candycandy4357]

I like addicted to your channel... Can't stop watching your art work whenever I hv some free time recently. Thanks for ur sharing..

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much 😀

[@kbea]

I’ve never made acrylic skins but in elementary school we used to color the top of our plastic school supply box with marker and pour our school glue on top to make something similar ❤ I’m excited to give this a try!

[@bknight7698]

This is one way of using up old paint and then get newer paint! I’ve used acrylic on the tyvec paper mailers from PO and when you use a heat gun it bunches it up like you did that one piece. Makes pretty jewelry! These skins are a good versatile way to use for a LOT of things....love the dress on picture idea! 👍❤️BFE

[@carynpetross5841]

This is so creative❣️❣️ I bought your book the day you showed it on KZbin ‼️‼️‼️📕❣️

[@TreasureBooks]

Yay! Thank you!

[@marisolmendez1755]

OMW 😃I never get tired or bored watching your amazingly and encouraging videos full of those great ideas! Thank you very much for sharing😉

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jeanadamsick9854]

SOOOOOO, VERY CLEAVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do take care. Fl., U.S.A.

[@msmarlene4977]

This is a wonderful idea. I'm so glad you showed us not only how to do this but also how to use this. Thank you.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@gurkmeja2021]

Haha ha, you make me laugh, Natasa - you're so cool! 😆 GREAT ideas! 👍 /Ditte 🤓 🇸🇪

[@adperinic3031]

Again, what a lovely idea. What a charming teacher you are! Thank you Natasha that you are coming up with wonderful ideas!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@kellyhards8828]

First, I have to say - I LOVE your book, and congratulations on making Best Seller! Second, I have to say that your journal cover is stunning! Especially for doing it "on the fly"! You are SO talented 😍💖🤩

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much! Please leave me a review on Amazon if possible :)

[@carolyn9141]

Natasha, you are simply the best!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@noeligle]

You are the ONE and ONLY! Love your generosity that helps us so much. Todo mi afecto desde Argentina !

[@kroy6565]

Hello Natasha, I really like the simplicity and practicality of your ideas❤. I would love to see your ideas on how to make embellishments out of discarded things or where to easily procure them 😊

[@kristinavanburen8670]

Got my new set of acrylics out and I'm doing some. Did not know about this process. Thank you for sharing. Amazing!

[@TreasureBooks]

That's the way! Have fun :)

[@rgp1218]

Looks like so much fun! I am definitely going to try this! Thanks for showing fun unique ideas for our journals!

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

Brava!! There is a project that I have wanted to create, but was not sure how to go about it; an hour ago, I watched Ceri the Crafter's latest video and the technique he used is one that will help me. Then, this video pops up and in the first few minutes, I realize your technique will give even great detail to my project. So, thanks to you and Ceri, i can now tackle my dream. Thank you!!

[@pattiehartmann1754]

Play time...oh yeah. Thanks for the idea.

[@roseoakone]

Oh how I love this idea of yours and then cut to shapes 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@sushanart]

Cool technique and great results! Will try it! Banjo is adorable! 😇💖🙏🙌

[@ediewilson4043]

Another stunning video with another lovely project. Thanks for sharing.❣️

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much 😊

[@lyndaholloway5469]

Love this and can hardly wait until I can do these . Micro glaze will work. 😊

[@MonaLisa-xc5dm]

That's really interesting! I really like the dress, it has something of impressionist painting a la Monet, for example. That's where I like the connection with the material the most. The buttons are great too. Buttons always work 😅 Thanks for the great inspiration and best regards from the German Baltic coast 🌾🐟🐚

[@nancyguerrero6662]

I just received my copy of Treasure Bookmaking yesterday. Just in time for weekend reading. I just leafed through it briefly and I'm so excited to learn all the things.

[@TreasureBooks]

Hope you enjoy it! Thank you for your support :)

[@terricorbett468]

Love this idea!! You are so creative it amazes me!! Btw, loving your book!!! I’m marking it up like my college course books!! You are the treasure!❤❤

[@jackyfreeman5530]

Could you use grease proof paper, or maybe baking paper? Lovely to see Banjo! How is he settling in now? I got a new rescue dog, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel,4 weeks ago and he's going really well.❤❤❤

[@Gothlite-i1l]

Rescues are THE way to go!

[@OpalPipkin]

Wow!!! I have never heard of this technique before, but I am loving it. I am amazed at how you just come up with a project out of the blue like that. I am enjoying your book as well. Thanks for today's video.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so very much :)