Finally! Jelly Gouache with Lids! Art Whale Gouache Review

[@apocalypse_frau]

I’m imagining you as a mid century Loomis figure, skipping through a petunia field with the gargantuan jelly gouache!!! You are a such a hoot, Lindsey!😂🫶🏼

[@mariap4201]

😂

[@thefrugalcrafter]

😆

[@anniefitzgerald4447]

Lindsay, I personally like mid to longer reviews because it helps me to be able to make better choices with my limited budget. So, please don't always think that you have to do short reviews if you think taking a little more time and discussion would help provide your viewers with more important and relevant information. Thanks for reviewing these!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Thanks for your feedback, I appreciate it!

[@qvmarlins3506]

I just like listening to Lindsay. I have no interest in this product but still learned about color mixing by listening.

[@scarlett453]

I can’t believe that I had forgotten how informative, kind, fun and calming your video’s are! What a blessing to be back at my desk listening to you swatch paint as I draw and create as well. Thank you Ms Weirich!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You are so welcome!

[@annettefournier9655]

Lids are a huge selling point. Along with matte coverage. Thanks Lindsay 🎉

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I agree, they are definitely a game-changer!

[@jennw6809]

Between the paint quality, the individual lids, the sturdy top with handle, the extra large pots with easy-open plastic, and the replacement pots with extra colors -- you're really making me want this stuff (and I've been able to resist buying new supplies for quite a while now!) The image of you skipping through the petunia field with your gouache box made me crack up 😅

[@thefrugalcrafter]

It really is a great set, I’m glad you found it so appealing!

[@DigitalViscosity]

I ordered this right away! Thanks for the great review, I also found that they show the pigment information! The primary colours are ALL single pigment paint!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@RachelVanse]

So glad to see that these paints got a good review from you. I’m tempted but have some other gouache to work through first!

[@thriftmau]

Your reviews are ALWAYS useful.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Thanks! I’m glad you find them helpful.

[@qvmarlins3506]

It’s amazing to me that something I’d assume the product would have (lids) is such a wonderful new concept!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Seems obvious to me too!

[@creativesolutionsart-h3o]

Skipping through Petunia Field with a giant gouache case was quite a visual had me Rolan… So I solved this problem a long time ago and I got those little plastic pot strips that come in a multi pack, you know like the kind you would get for students or had when you were a kid with the paint by number set… Anyway, I fill those with my paint and I take it with me to classes and stuff. Plus because they’re connected, makes it easy to group certain colors together. Glad finally someone out there came up with lids!!😉🙏

[@thefrugalcrafter]

That is a great idea for storing your paints!

[@InnerMagpie]

So glad that you have finally been able to do this. I wondered if this was better than what i already had.

[@mariaalejandracardozo3879]

When you showed your swatches I was impressed, amazing colors 🎉🎉🎉

[@thefrugalcrafter]

They are really vibrant, aren't they?

[@christinetrappenfortes7761]

Another great video!! I bought this set over a year ago and I love it. One of its best qualities is that you can turn it over and there are holes in the case to see through to the individual pots. Without any effort (turning over the case) you can see an accurate sample of your colors to pick your pallet for your artwork. Take care!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Great tip!

[@mjpete27]

Hullo Lindsay, I have been enjoying watching your review videos for quite some time now and I believe that you are truly an amazing Artist and excellent reviewer too! I hope that you will continue to create your reviews with integrity and if they run a bit longer than other youtuber’s I know that you are a resource that I am always confident that I can send anyone to and know that they will be informed and educated about the product they are curious about, I know that I am constantly learning from the videos that you make! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us. Please take care, be safe and stay healthy, sending our best to you and your family.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You are so kind, thank you for the support!

[@HaruKazePIU]

I got very curious about more colors so I went to check their listings, and it looks like Chinese red (and some other colors) are available in the 2nd 42 colors set (24 metallics + 18 basics).

[@smitachengappa]

The gouache looks fantastic. Will be really interested to see the results of your lightfastness tests. Also, love the lids because I'm a real spiller!

[@susanbaker3078]

Thank you for another great review! After your praise of the Art Whale wc paint in tubes, I wondered what you would think of these when I saw them advertised online... beautiful colors WITH individual lids!!! Most other jelly gouache sets appear to have overlooked this practicality!! Anyway, thank you. I hope your dad is doing better and you enjoyed your Thanksgiving!!! Take care 💖💐🎨🐾😸🌞💚💙🤗

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You are very welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@olderendirt]

Enjoyed the review. The colors are really pretty, too. I got tube gouache and a clear beadholder with the little lidded pots in it, but I'm hoping I don't get it on the threads so I can't get them off. I think this style lid would be much more forgiving. It looks very sturdy, too. The petunia field sounds great! Thanks again!

[@lisaharner3720]

Every time you do a jelly gouache review I’m tempted to! This one with the individual lids might have me clicking purchase! And there is a 25% off coupon on Amazon through 12/4/24! Thanks for a great review!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I hope you snag them! Let me know what you think!

[@bjustbee]

Very useful review :D I was eyeing those sets of 9 for while i finally finish up my himi.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I hope you love them as much as I do!

[@victoriavelazquez9461]

Omg! About time. I really like jelly gouache but it’s such a hassle when they get dried out. Some that I do not re-wet at all. Lids for the win!

[@sanctityjohnson289]

A light-fast test for these would be very, VERY useful!! Thank you!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm planning on doing some lightfast testing soon!

[@marit4660]

Woo hoooo, the mega AW gouache set! I always love (and look forward to) your reviews. Ty ty! Happy Monday! 💗

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@Obsidian_Iris_]

*Lindsey! Another KZbinr who also got this set said the lightfast info is on their website and that most, if not all, of the colors are lightfast (to varying degrees, of course). Please note that I haven’t verified this yet!* I’m glad I held off on buying a jelly gouache until now, or rather three days ago, and I received it yesterday! I ordered it before I finished watching your vid(equal to your fave and better packaging was all I needed to hear). Bonus, I got it for 25% off so it was $41, not $60! Huzzah! I treated myself to the 4 piece brush set you recommended as well. I have a lot of watercolor brushes but the vast majority are rounds so the flats were welcomed.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm so glad you got it on sale!

[@CnBArtStudio]

👋 hi. I have this set and I really like it. I had asked for a review so thank you. Helps me understand it better. It is definitely better than my last Himi one. I will do what you did and dab on the color because yes some colors are a bit different than the stickers. It is great for my sketchbook and great for learning. The lids are fantastic. I think they will hold up really well. And yes open stock is nice too. I will try the metallics. 😊

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I’m so glad you found it helpful!

[@artwhale]

We sincerely appreciate your feedback - it holds great value for us and helps us grow. Thank you!🥰✨

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I appreciate your kind words and support!

[@KialayaKreations]

Lindsay, we LIKE your long reviews ;-) I would have liked seeing you paint something with these, if only it was a little something. hope we have that enjoyment another day. These look fabulous although I am not sure I can even fit that large of a tin on my table. But if I had plenty of space, must fe fantastic to have that on it always.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Here is a painting demo with them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4PPnpiLa9qCeq8si=vz3nAU4kVF64SJ0H

[@geriprior751]

Oh, lids are a great idea. I am sure this will be the way to go in the future! Thanks for sharing your review Lindsay. Nice Christmas gift.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I agree, those lids are a game-changer!

[@kadenkarels]

Thank you so much for this review! I purchased the art whale set because of your review.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You're welcome! I hope you love it!

[@GraceAnnaShack1]

Wow that guoache looks great lindsay I’m behind on yt today I’ve been looking after my dad he’s recovering well and better than hoped I hope your dad is doing okay too….i am learning so much from your channel as a whole channel tyvm for doing these guoache reviews very helpful Gracie from uk 🇬🇧

[@suzannebove9976]

I bought these and can’t wait to give them a go!

[@louisapdjones]

Always useful, always informative. Thank you and Happy Holidays 😊

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You are so welcome! Happy Holidays to you too!

[@starshinesoldier]

Wonderful and informative review as always! Thank you Lindsay. I got inspired by your and Karen’s Sat Chat gelly printing session! You’ll be proud of me! (Maybe?) I tried to use what I had first, plexiglass and a rolling pin, but sadly it didn’t print very well. (Here comes the maybe, LOL) So after some failed attempts, I ended up buying a gel plate, (an off brand kind, but it was on sale?) because I tried using what iI had, and it didn’t work. It was either get a gel plate, or buy a print making press. XD and the press was out of my budget.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

So glad my chat inspired you to try gel printing!

[@ChantelleArts]

oooh this is such a good idea! 🥰

[@TracieWho]

There is a 25% coupon for this set on amazon right now. BTW, your reviews are always useful!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Thanks for letting me know, I'll have to check that out!

[@jessbutterfly1934]

Awesome to see the lid feature and also that they have become open stock. this set Is $188 on Amazon Australia it’s sort of like the superior water colours that you showed as a gift. They looked really nice but they were over $230 on the Australian website. Unfortunately stuff is really expensive over here.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Yikes!

[@SuzanneLorang]

Hi, LIndsay, Amazon has a 25% coupon on the large set - at least as of today (12/2). Yay!! I also love that they have open stock (if 2 counts as "open stock"). Not so fond of the lids. I use a sheet of plastic wrap over the Himi cups, which really works well, especially when you are careful to press down the lid on all sides and corners. This is the best "Tupperware" container I have every seen. When it comes time to rehabilitate the gouache (mine lasts untouched for 3 months with no problem), taking each lid off the Art Whale product and making sure to put each lid back on the correct cup would not be fun. S.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I appreciate the heads up about the coupon! I am not sure I agree about the lids. I find them a huge improvement.

[@Anonymoi]

Wow, I really like the lid idea. Re: open stock jelly gouache - the only brand I have seen with that is Creative Inspirations, which is (I think) only sold at Jerry’s and on Amazon. They have 100 ml squeeze pouches for refills.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Annagoni and himi have the square pouch refills too.

[@judygrandstrand9784]

Buying gouache this way is much more affordable for using in my art classes-and the lids are a game-changer!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I agree, they are much more affordable than the individual tubes.

[@Patti5d]

Nice! ❤ I will take a look at these. I like that they have individual covers. How’s the lightfast on these ?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I haven't done a test but some if the pigment codes I found online are typical for designer gouache (good for printing but not great for hanging) I'll probably do my own test and see how they fare because l really like them!

[@Patti5d]

@ awesome. Looking forward to seeing your results.

[@sonyaoart]

so there's finally a jelly gouache set I might be interested in. Why has it taken so long for them to think of lids? Thanks for the review! Fwiw, I like your longer reviews. Edit: never mind, not available in Europe. In that case, I never wanted jelly gouache anyway 😂

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Thanks 😊

[@emisaurushex]

Damn, I wish they sold these in the UK, the lids are a game changer!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Maybe they will!

[@samwright5724]

Dang, saves me now going to do a search though lol

[@nalissa77]

Would it surprise you to find out the Five Below gouache paints have lids? The paint is terrible but the pallet with lids is pretty cool. lol Thanks for the review Lindsay!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Oh wow! Interesting. Too bad the paint is bad tho.

[@sandrarahimi5688]

great review. I ordered the 9 cup basic

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I hope you enjoy them!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Thanks Lindsay!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You're welcome!

[@Heart_lais]

Hi there! Long time no see!! Even tho I won’t actually purchase a new set of jelly gouache, as I already own the himi ones, I totally love ur reviews AND loved the fact of this product coming with lids!!! Are they professional tho? Bc I think himi isn’t, not sure. Anyhow see yaaa

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Define professional, you could use them in professional design work as the handle and have a beautiful opaque matte finish but they are not all lightfast (but all companies have somevfugative colors) so it depends on what you need them for as to whether they are professional or not.

[@Paintsplash4]

Just a warning. I have a set of Arttx gouache where I never opened them, left them in an unopened box, the box is wrapped in bubble wrap and the whole kit is in a plastic box, stored in a cool location (I got a good deal so had bought 2 sets, so I saved one to keep it fresh, LOL). After 2 years some of the unopened gouache are bricks. So lids help, but the gouaches can still dry out over time in those wide-mouthed containers. I also have one tube of Holbein gouache that dried out after a year (I think it was undisclosed old stock). Soooo keep that in mind on gouache. It has a bit of a shelf-life no matter what. For the price, I'd probably just get Anigoni and only open part of them. But these do look nice!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

That is such a good heads up, I'll keep that in mind!

[@Ms1lonewolf]

It's alright 👍 I don't use quash but it's good to know. Thank you 😊. Could you take some of the jelly quash and put it in half pans and use it like watercolor?? Just curious 🤔.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Sure but when you thin down gouache a lot it can be dull and chalky because it is designed to be opaque and watercolor is transparent.

[@PhoenyxAshe]

A few months ago (August/Septebmer-ish?) I was in Five Below, and they had 12 color gouache set that also had lids. Of course, once I got home, other things grabbed my attention, so I hadn't had the chance to look at them, but quickly pulled them out today. I'll swatch them out after I finish this comment, but already I have one problem - nothing is marked. Not the lids, not the foil cover, not the container. This should be... fun?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Good luck!

[@jcliveshere2]

QUESTION: When will you be doing a view on the superior watercolors I hope soon while they have them with a discount?😊 Nice review on the paints. Thank you

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I have reviewed many iterations of superior watercolors. The normal half pans (artsy, altenew, art whale, artify) tubes (art whale) and the many fan pan sets.

[@AMNG1994]

Lindsey, have you tried the Sonnet gouache? They have a gouache line called Sonnet Conem and they're really good, smack in the middle of these jelly gouache and Turner/Holbein in quality. I hope you get to try them soon.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I haven't heard of them.

[@jilllusey7001]

I bought the basic set. Yes the paint is great I just wish they had included a white instead of the burnt umber. You can mix plenty of browns with the other colors but can’t paint much without white. If you give them feedback that would be helpful info.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

That's a good idea, I'll reach out to them!

[@akschauer]

Looking at the Art Whale website, it looks like the colors in the 24/18 set are all different from the 42 color set, so my guess the offer 60 non-metallic colors.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I didn't notice that, thanks for pointing it out!

[@StephanieLMedina89]

Im sure the underside of the lids can be used as a palette too! Mine came today!!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Good idea!

[@StephanieLMedina89]

@thefrugalcrafter i rearranged the colors to go horizontally, ive only swatched the first row and i already love them

[@smkdesigns24]

Hi Do you know where I can find the ohuhu brush and fine tip markers at a good price? Amazon is out of it.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I think they are out of stock most places but you might be able to score the 120 set in store at michaels and it's a good balanced set. Look for Honolulu b set. You can call a store to check.

[@smkdesigns24]

@@thefrugalcrafter thank you so much for getting back to me so quick. My Michaels doesn’t seem to have it in store. The Ohuhu site has it but pretty much regular price.

[@smkdesigns24]

Got the 120 set today at Michael’s. Surprised they had it. Thanks

[@StephanieLMedina89]

Whats the best way to "seal" gouache or watercolor so it doesnt ruin w water

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Cold wax medium such as dorlands wax

[@StephanieLMedina89]

@thefrugalcrafter hmmm never heard of!

[@StephanieLMedina89]

@@thefrugalcrafter how does one apply it?!?!

[@StephanieLMedina89]

Is watercolor paper the best for any type of gouache?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Gouache I'd forgiving. The best paper is whatever you like! I like strathmore toned tan mixed media paper.

[@lookupdownAni]

Thanks for this!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You’re welcome!

[@markyteo]

What kind of oil based sealer do you use?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Any clear spray sealer.

[@AbiNomac]

It’s really nice

[@jlm517rocks]

Brilliant

[@GingahSnapsArt]

I won't give you a hard time for a shorter review! But I will say that I love the longer ones too. Do whatever works better for you! Personally I suspect I'll have a good time either way 😄 bahaha

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Thanks for the support, I appreciate it! I will have a mix of long and short. Life keeps lifeing at me, and I can't always pit in as much time as I would like.

[@GingahSnapsArt]

@thefrugalcrafter don't hold it against yourself! Even if short they're still delightful. If anyone has a problem with it, send them my way 😉 we'll straighten that right out!

[@starr-starr]

Well if I needed any more jelly gouache, I would totally go for this set! Your painting was gorgeous- those reds… I also like the color palette, it looks like they did a nice job. Thanks for the review.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Thanks! It was fun to work with these paints.

[@ginabadeaux9319]

love the set i got.you too

[@usetherightbrain.]

thanks for thinks

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You’re welcome!

[@gertietheduck]

I still don’t get the appeal of jelly gouache over the much more practical, long lasting tubes. If you add the lids on top, then what’s the difference? Might as well get tubes… they are lighter to carry too than these gigantic heavy boxes

[@jessieg4901]

I so badly wanna like jelly gouache. I just feel like they are weaker, not as pigmented as a professional gouache, and I do a lot of mixing, and thinning out my paints to watercolor consistency and build it up. I love watching these though, and it makes me wanna try them again lol but I know I’ll end up declutterring them 😂😅sighhhhh.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Stick to what you are happy with:)

[@jessieg4901]

@ good advice lol

[@Art_by_Nicole]

I kept thinking: please, turn that gouache around… [last row, third from left). Sorry, my brain can’t handle that 😂

[@thefrugalcrafter]

😆 🤣 😂

[@wanderingstar5673]

🙂

[@mudrarakshasa]

Artist gouache? Why wud they call them that?

[@jillbalsam2507]

Mine dried out less than one year. The improvement to the set that I got is the stickers. A BIG improvement. I had to turn the entire case upside down to see the colors or pull the cups out. The names were on top but not the color. I guess I could have swatched the colors on top of the cup. I didn’t think of that. But it’s a fun set and very affordable.

[@felicitycrowe6971]

Great review, Lindsay! … I confess to purchasing🫣🫣🫣

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You're going to love them!

[@felicitycrowe6971]

@ … I thought I bought them, but now they aren’t appearing on my Amazon order history, so I have no idea what I’ve done!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@felicitycrowe6971]

@@thefrugalcrafter … and they turned up very unexpectedly on my doorstep this afternoon! Who knows what goes on with technology and packages these days - evidently not me! Anyway, I have some fun, well packaged art supplies to play with down the line a bit now…