Homemade Gesso and Texture Paste

[@annalba]

I just love how witty you are, I prefer to learn from teachers with humor I learn more.

[@mytherapyroom]

Ann Alba thank you very much! ! ☺☺

[@sherryannknowles5423]

You made this video back in 2016 and its still helping others. I learned a lot from you. Thank so much.

[@mytherapyroom]

Sherryann knowles you’re very welcome!

[@caseydeloach5262]

I REALLY appreciate artists / crafters like you who share such valuable tips and ideas. Thank You! Taking your time to teach strangers.. is AMAZINGLY !! THANK YOU !! Time isn't free. It's the most valuable thing in life !! It proves to me how much compassion that's still left in this messed up world. The art community, regardless, of your " cup of tea " seems to be the most passionate, positive, happy, etc., people in the world! ( I could go on and on....I'm sure it's not just my opinion). Art is truly in everything. So really every single person is an artist in some way! Art is an universal language. THANK YOU ! (( I hope you can tell how THANKFUL I am.. 😜 )) LOL 💕Casey 💕

[@mytherapyroom]

Casey DeLoach you are very welcome!! I love the art community as well. Thank you for taking the time to comment! I appreciate it very much. 👍🏻🎨☺️

[@Raine1105]

This is very true. Most artist don’t reveal it take the time to offer or give advise. This artist is a compassionate thoughtful an kind person who is confident enough to reveal her secrets. We thank her very much. ❤️

[@bonniewanhala432]

Love the way the homemade texture has soft edging. Very interesting and potentially good to know. Thanks once again. I loked forward to seeing the rest of your videos.

[@marciminnick-heard7328]

This was not only helpful but HYSTERICAL !! Thank you a million times for the brightening of my day!!!

[@mytherapyroom]

Marci Minnick-Heard you’re most welcome! Thank you for commenting! 👍🏻

[@jilldavidson2204]

When working with plaster of Paris use a mask if you have one, don't breath it in. Great tutorial well presented.

[@mytherapyroom]

jill davidson thank you, good advice. 👍🏻

[@rosetracy2722]

I would use a mask when using baby powder as well.

[@melissarmt7330]

When I measure gooey things like paint, I get a syringe that's used for injecting meat with flavouring or marinade. Some can hold about a cup of 'goo' and that way the measurement is correct and the container, the syringe barrel is naturally squeegied clean with minimal rinsing required. They're available usually by the emergency cookware/foil roasting pans area of the grocery store. Thank you for this recipe, it's just what I needed :D

[@mytherapyroom]

What a fantastic tip!! Thank you. I’ll be looking for one on my next visit to the grocery store. 👍🏻

[@lisasternenkind6467]

Me too, sort of😂 I get syringes from the veterinary. I also mix the fluid materials and the dry materials first, before adding all the dry stuff to the wet stuff.

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

I use gesso for every thing. For my fine watercolour paper for my sketchbook and some times i buy cheap canvasses and i use it for that

[@countrysilkwormers28]

Thank you so much as a pensioner it is handy to save money every were you can Cheers Lyn from Australia

[@josephine6824]

It's my first time to paint and bought everything except Gesso for primer. This helps a lot. Thank you.

[@Belleamia]

This is one of the best 'homemade gesso' video's I've seen. It's very concise and the materials are not very expensive.

[@mytherapyroom]

Belinda Baumgartner thank you! !!

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[@marty4885]

I must admit that I was in a fit of giggles watching the glue being poured...some of us artistic lot are sooo immature. Thank you for the great information and the laughter! :)

[@mytherapyroom]

Marty Hill I had such a hard time not completely losing it with the glue noises. I too am very mature. Hahaha 😂

[@bru1015]

It's best to pour the plaster into the water. Water first then plaster, let it set for a minute before mixing. Better have the paint and glue ready to add.

[@meanbean98]

i cant believe i was here 3 years ago but here i am was looking for something else but im really glad i found this lol cause ive forgotten about this...

[@renzo6490]

When measuring out the plaster, you might put the measuring cup inside the bag and scoop the powder into it then just level it off with a knife. You'll need to open up the carton all the way. Or transfer the plaster to a bag.

[@mytherapyroom]

Renzo good point. Thank you!

[@vignettevlogs1571]

Wish I'd found this yesterday.... I'm kicking myself now after spending hours yesterday in search of texture paste. Ended up with a tiny little container for $14 and its crap! Love your video... thanks so much for teaching us in such a fun way.

[@mytherapyroom]

Vignette Vlogs oh no!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video though! 🙂

[@Sylkbuttafly]

I know this was made 3 years ago but I want to thank you so much for this video. I will be using a spin and bowl to mix it up. It may be easier for me.

[@mytherapyroom]

Sylk Buttafly you are very welcome! 👍🏻🙂

[@artsmigi2250]

It is a best way to make homemade gesso and texture paste , too expensive at the shops. Thank you for this video.

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re most welcome!

[@bejayroles9553]

This video deserves a thumbs up if only for the wonderful sound effects the glue pot made. I was almost crying with laughter. xx

[@mytherapyroom]

Bejay Roles LOL......I honestly hag the hardest time keeping it together. I wanted to bust a hit laughing in the worst way! ! Thank you. ....you made my day with your comment. 😂😂

[@archadeinteriors]

Oh wow thank you ! You deserve a thumbs up two, pun intended haha, I read it just before it happened and so then, pure delight...like watching mr. dressup again!!!!

[@NolaGB]

Thank you!!! I really dislike anything baby powder, but babies! Going to my local hardware store and pickup Plaster of Paris! Excellent!!!

[@mytherapyroom]

NG B have fun with it! Just be certain to store in a very air tight container! 👍🏻

[@lisamiller4100]

Love your detailed info and humor.Crafting is suppose to be fun, and a learning experience and often times experiment. You never know what you might come up with without even knowing it! Also wanted to add that most counties have a hazardous waste station for people to take their old paint, stains, varnish, polyurethane, primers, cleaning supplies, pool cleaners, car fluids,wall paper remover,paint thinners, grout, drywall repair paste, everything you need for dozens of DIY projects. And here's the best part... It'a all free! In my city /county you can get up to 10 items every 30 days.You do have to show your ID so don't forget that. And my hazardous waste station allows 10 items per car load. So if I go with my friend , that's 10 items for both of us. Not ten each! So go by yourself or take separate cars. Just an FYI! I haven't paid for paint, mineral spirits, car oil ,most of my cleaning supplies, or pool shock for 6 years. And you all know that you can take white paint to the place you bought it( sherwin williams,Lowes, walmart etc..) and they will mix and make your desired color for you. Usually for free. Find out if there's a hazardous waste station near you. It will save you hundreds of dollars in your crafting products . Have a blessed day!

[@catharinabellekom2013]

Hi! Many thanks from a beginner artist. From New Zealand xx

[@mytherapyroom]

Catharina Bellekom you’re most welcome! Glad you enjoyed it. 👍🏻

[@Nightowl1947]

Your are so real! I laughed and enjoyed watching you, it was just like watching myself. LOL I did learn a lot to save money and create art in a joyful way.

[@mytherapyroom]

maggie Van Rooij I’m very happy you enjoyed it. Thank you!

[@alidau75r4ybeetge5]

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[@rosaelinav8036]

Wow I see the difference and I’m grateful for you sharing this video! It’s really is helpful. Plus you save from spending the real stuff already done… thank you again.💫💫💫

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re so very welcome! 👍🏻

[@marijavuckovic5670]

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[@DebraMorgan6455]

I enjoyed your video. It was so funny, I laughed so hard at the sound of the glue making noise. It's nice to learn and laugh together, Thanks.

[@mytherapyroom]

Thank you Debra. That glue had me wanting to giggle like a school girl! ! I tried so hard to hold back. I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you for watching. 😊👍

[@fritszuurman701]

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[@tiborkovacs6656]

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[@BarbaraEMarshallCampbell]

Debra Morgan I laughed out loud over the glue sounds too. She is a delightful instructor.

[@noreenali9713]

😂😂

[@paulai9645]

Thanks for taking the time. You didn't have to do this but you did. I commend you!

[@mytherapyroom]

@@paulai9645 you’re welcome!

[@aaahandy]

It's funny how people basically make their own primer and turn around and call it Gesso. The gesso comes from working the old walls before the day of Sheetrock. They nailed strips of wood on the wall of studs. Then "float" some mortar then use the Gesso as the final coat. So with that said you could use the same thing found in joint compound. What I don't understand is you could save yourself all that time making it by just using a good primer. And by saying that I don't mean buying it at an arts supply store, but at a hardware store. The reason I don't recommend an art supply, is they charge too much.

[@HWolfe]

Ron Hutchins wow! thanks, I'll try this!

[@Belleamia]

I actually use joint compound in many of my canvas works. I use it for textured tree's, crosses, etc. I don't know if I'm allowed to put a link here or not, but I'll just give you the name of the shop and you can look it up on Etsy. You will find textured items there. I'm not trying to sell anything ... but if you have a question about how to use joint compound (I've used mosaic grout, too), let me know. The shop is called AlteredSensations. One more tip: you can buy caulking in the tube, but it takes longer to dry. Plus, there's so much of it you need a good stopper to keep it from dying out.

[@BelindaShort]

While true- The amount of gesso you can make and customize by just using powder, any kind of acrylic paint and PVA is still cheaper than primer from a hardware store.

[@BelindaShort]

The only issue with joint compound that I've found in my tests is that it needs to be mixed with more glue for it not to crack over time. It tends to be slightly too brittle.

[@mytherapyroom]

Belinda Short good to know! Thanks for sharing!

[@denisecaskey3803]

I used the pink stuff for an art project when I got my art degree. Free handing texture is also a lot of fun and you never know how things will turn out. Glad I found this video though because I've always wondered how to make my own texture paste.

[@mytherapyroom]

Denise Caskey good to hear someone else has used the pink stuff. Glad you found the video helpful. 👍☺

[@mahesswareeninaunuth9009]

What is the name of the pink stuff. Did not catch it.Thank you

[@nomadhoss4827]

My mom was an art teacher and told me to never buy GESSO cause it's a ripoff. She said to make my own but I never knew how. Thank you! I will use it tomorrow on my paper mache project.

[@Dolphin-cb9sq]

It was great watching this. I like the idea of cutting costs by making your own product without sacrificing quality. You have a great sense of humor; I was never bored. Thank you for sharing. God bless.

[@mytherapyroom]

Dolphin 2121 thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to comment. God bless you as well. 👍🏻😊

[@ilonkaveronica3408]

Thank you for your video. I enjoyed it very much. I am going to make the Gesso and the texture past too. That would save me a lot of money. I use Gesso a lot.

[@susanarodriguez1948]

best video ever, starting with homemade; buying it!...in the end

[@mytherapyroom]

Thank you!

[@Glorialuvs2stamp]

I'm new to using the texture paste. I'm so glad I watched your video on how to make my own. I was going to buy it, but the company where I was going to buy it sells for $8.00 for 4 oz. From your video, I think I'll make it. I'm wanting to add color before I use it. Would suggest I add color just before using or add and let set? Sorry, as I said I've never used this stuff before. Thank you so much for sharing. You've saved me some money! That's a big deal! So, again, Thank you!

[@mytherapyroom]

Gloria Sperring you're most welcome!! Whenever I want colored texture paste I always add the color right before using it. I find that works best for me and then I don't end up with a whole batch of a color I may not use again... if that makes sense... lol. Thank-you so much for reaching out! 😊😊

[@vilmat.gonzalez2759]

@@mytherapyroom thank you so much for replying to her ? as I had the same!

[@bonniewanhala432]

I buy my gesso by the gallon, I liked the effects and possibility effect (worth a try.......right?) . Thanks I will let you know how I make out.

[@judyrankine1697]

That was very interesting! Thank you...gave me lots of ideas to mix my own texture paste.

[@mytherapyroom]

Judy Rankine Dolls you’re most welcome!

[@Mystique-Dreams]

I've bought Plaster of Paris as it said to mix. it with water, so my idea is to mix it with PVA glue, and I just found you, and you answered my question... xxxx thank you!

[@mytherapyroom]

Excellent! You’re welcome! 👍🏻😃

[@Noo-h9n]

I just got a lot of modpodge for 10 cents at target that I can used... great idea. Thanks for the video. ;)

[@mytherapyroom]

Liliana Montano woohoo....score!! Thank you and enjoy! ☺☺

[@doloresmunoz4501]

Liliana Montano and

[@sherryannknowles5423]

Made both the gesso and the texture paste. you are right that baby powder makes a mess. lol Next I will make a palette knife...Thanks again.

[@mytherapyroom]

Sherryann knowles you’re welcome!

[@wuznotbornyesterda]

When chalk paint became in vogue for painting old furniture I started seeing recipes for it and decided that I would try just the plaster of paris mixed into regular flat wall acrylic latex paint and it works fine to make that chalk flat, no primer needed paint. It certainly is cheaper! I was considering using that mixed in white latex paint the same way for gesso for canvas. So, I guess you have led me in that path! I'm just wondering why the glue? Doesn't that make it set up really hard and yet not sandable? For texture, yes, makes sense, but not for just gesso? I guess I'm still just wondering what all do you do with it? Will it make a toothy base for soft pastels on paper or wood or whatever you want to use for a base for your pastel painting?

[@mytherapyroom]

wuznotbornyesterda a very good question! My understanding is the glue is added as a binder to ‘hold’ the gesso to the substrate your painting onto. The glue does not make it set up hard and still allows the gesso to have the tooth you need. 👍🏻

[@christyray6493]

You'll also be able to pull the whole painting of at once if u do right.

[@christyray6493]

And no joke, I think it's what makes it thick enough or hold together so that it doesn't seem into the canvass.

[@handicraftress9448]

Gotta admit this was best laugh I've had all day. I really needed that! lol

[@mytherapyroom]

HandiCraftress hahaha. You are most welcome!! 😂👍🏻

[@DesignsbyJoanieL]

I loved your tutorial. I will be able to save a lot by making my own paste, and I will know what the ingredients are! Thanks for the information.

[@mytherapyroom]

Designs by: Joanie L sorry I missed your comment! ! Thank you and yes, saves a ton of money! Let me know what you think if you did try it. ☺☺

[@lambsbaaa]

Really like that you try all different mediums to use...

[@mytherapyroom]

lambsbaaa thank you!

[@maldoori238]

Thank you for your tips and suggestions. Very useful

[@mytherapyroom]

Maysoon AlDooriaines you're most welcome! !

[@candacetroystudios]

Just finished making my gesso and the texture paste. I used the baking soda just because I had a lot of it. The receipt was simple and easy to make. I am going to use this with a kids texture workshop! Really excited to use these mixes. Thank you. Love your easy going teaching style.

[@mytherapyroom]

Candace Troy awe, thank you!! And I love you're going to use them in a kids texture workshop!! They'll gobble it up!! 😊😊

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

How to make Elmer's glue at home" The same glue that is used in school. I found the recipe online. Pour 3/4 cup of water in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup cornstarch, 2 tablespoons light corn syrup and 1 teaspoon white vinegar. Whisk the ingredients together until they're blended well. Stir the mixture constantly until it thickens.

[@mytherapyroom]

Jude W oh wow!! Thank you!

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

But it can’t be the exact same, because PVA glue is acrylic, it is basically the same as the base they use for making acrylic paint... Gesso, of course, is a simple acrylic paint...

[@wuznotbornyesterda]

More like wallpaper paste perhaps? IDK if that's a good idea to use for art/craft unless it is a temporary thing because of the sugar in it may draw bugs/mites, silverfish, etc. Definitely not an archival thing. For a quick kid art thing, fine, but for something you want to keep for years it would be worth the cost of commercial glue.

[@CraigsOverijse]

Could you use something other than corn syrup its not easy to buy in Europe

[@lorrainewilliams7896]

FYI: This would mimic the school glue only, not normal PVA white glue.

[@debbieboss1378]

Awesome sauce thanks for sharing its great stuff thanks again

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re most welcome!

[@sapphirerain70]

I love your videos! Thank you for helping me find ways to do so much more with my art journaling (on a budget lol)You are a great teacher ,and I love your personality and spirit. New subbie! ❤️ from PA

[@mytherapyroom]

Sapphire Rain thank you and you’re most welcome!! I’m so happy to hear you enjoy them. 👍🏻

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

Those funny sounds were hilarious, I laughed tears.....thanks for the nice video. :)

[@mytherapyroom]

Oh my. I seriously couldn’t stop giggling like a silly school girl. 😂😂

[@rtsyfrtsy924]

the texture you did with the heat gun reminded me of raindrops on a window if your mom is using baby powder......it's made of cornstarch these days. It's got me wondering if cornstarch would work?

[@mytherapyroom]

Rtsy Frtsy they do look like train drops! Never thought of that. And yes, my mom uses baby powder. She likes it just fine. Another viewer said she tried cornstarch and it sort of turned into more of a slime. ...lol. If you do try cornstarch, please share how's it turned out for you! ☺

[@MoorChannel]

mytherapyroom I did try cornstarch... Yes.. It becomes slimey lol. The combination of startch n baking soda can't make a paste

[@MoorChannel]

mytherapyroom I did try cornstarch... Yes.. It becomes slimey lol. The combination of startch n baking soda can't make a paste

[@mytherapyroom]

murni msu I kinda wondered if it wouldn't go slimy. Yuck! ! lol

[@mariamyers2286]

I used cornstarch and it works great. Not a lot of grip, so I use it as a primer and to accent detail on projects.

[@vilmat.gonzalez2759]

I love your set up, easy to see everything. LOL Love that you scrape and use everything :)

[@mytherapyroom]

Vilma T. Gonzalez thank you! 😊

[@manhawaniyamehraj680]

Hi dear.. I liked this video nd ur voice...I loved the fun u did in between... nd more important very gud video ...😍😘😘😘

[@mytherapyroom]

Manha Waniya Mehraj thank you!! ❤️

[@helkatww6186]

You have a beautiful voice, kind of reminds me of Jamie Lee Curtis. Thanks for sharing, I'm looking forward to trying this out to make steampunk patterns on my son's bedroom wall!

[@mytherapyroom]

Helkat WW thank you very much, and have fun with those steampunk patterns! I love that idea!

[@Victoria19572]

Hi, I am just learning about Gesso even though I have been a card maker and make crafts for years, since I am disabled, have a very small craft budget, so I save where I can, and I'm at home almost 24/7. so painting, card making, etc, keep me from losing my mind, and it is fun! I really liked your video and laughed to. SO funny about the glue sound. Our minds must have been in the funny gutter, lol. I looked at your videos and love some of the things you made (well more than a few) so I am subscribing and gave a THUMBS UP! thank you so very much. I love your personality and it is ALWAYS FUN TO LAUGH! :) PS, I decided to stalk you on Pinterest and so GLAD I DID!

[@mytherapyroom]

victoria ciolek so glad you enjoyed this and other videos I’ve done. Thank you very much and I’m glad I made you giggle as well. Lol.

[@mytherapyroom]

victoria ciolek so glad you enjoyed this and other videos I’ve done. Thank you very much and I’m glad I made you giggle as well. Lol.

[@mytherapyroom]

victoria ciolek so glad you enjoyed this and other videos I’ve done. Thank you very much and I’m glad I made you giggle as well. Lol.

[@rabwoody264]

God bless you ... Keep on keeping on ..

[@lisapevey5268]

I love the video, you are a great teacher

[@mytherapyroom]

lisa pevey thank you very much! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@boojay111]

Hello what is 'the pink stuff' please, couldn't get the make from the vid. Many thanks

[@mytherapyroom]

Katie Millard sorry I missed your question! It's called DAP Dryden Spackling and I purchased it at our local Canadian Tire department store. 😊

[@jane-nq1hd]

thank you......couldn't read the container

[@Light_Within]

Loved your humor!! It was hilarious. 😆😁

[@mytherapyroom]

Flores awe, thank you! I’m very much a child at heart. lol

[@Light_Within]

@@mytherapyroom well you my dear have a beautiful heart. Thank you for sharing this creative knowledge with us who are starving for it. :)

[@doreenwatson-read]

Hope you feel better for that ! How rude 😂 I thought the cream coloured paste you made looked much more dimensional . Thankyou for sharing and giving us a giggle . Those noises just couldn't get more comedic . Lol

[@mytherapyroom]

Doreen Watson-read Oh my. I felt much better. 😂😂 Thank you for watching. 👍🏻

[@jewelldean3775]

Thank you that was very good. You made it so clear I want to go to the kitchen and start working on the each of the items you made. I doI do want to mention that we can see the texture as you showed it at the end very clearly that stood out very well thank you again

[@mytherapyroom]

Jewell Dean Herbrandson-Stokes you’re very welcome! 👍🏻🙂

[@crimejunkie1]

polyfilla ready mixed in the tubes for texture is great and very cheap, i can't tell the difference between that and the trendy expensive craft brands.

[@mytherapyroom]

LoveArts exactly!!! I love finding those cheaper alternatives to the more expensive "art" supplies.

[@lilliansquire5665]

I think you have just saved me quite a bit of money. Thanks, I will be making my own from now on,

[@mytherapyroom]

good to hear Lillian! Thank you!

[@artseecraftee]

If your wondering if that old house paint you bought home will work check this out ... little helpful tip from google ...There actually is no difference between latex and acrylic paints because there is no latex in latex paints. Let me explain. All water based paints today are referred to as "latex", even though there is absolutely no latex rubber in the formula.Feb 15, 2011 latex paint are somewhat similar as they are produced from acrylic resin.

[@mytherapyroom]

Excellent information!! Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@carakiller2103]

Do you think poster paint would work in both recipes, instead of acrylic paint?

[@truthbespoken333]

Great Info. Thank You!

[@louisestaats234]

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[@kathyallen7289]

Loved your video....hardware shop here i come!! thankyou

[@mytherapyroom]

Kathy Allen so glad you enjoyed it!! Happy hardware shopping. lol

[@virginia1468]

Thank you for sharing this! I also like to use wall filler. So much cheaper. But I did learn how to make gesso. So thank you. Hugs V

[@suzetteanthony5181]

Thank you. Can’t wait to begin my project.

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re welcome! Enjoy creating!

[@lovethesnark]

Oh my goodness, I laughed so hard at the farting glue. LMFAO. Thank you so much for showing me this, I am def going to be using this!

[@mytherapyroom]

lovethesnark I'm glad I'm not the only one with those childish tendencies....lol. Thank you for commenting. 😂👍😊

[@lisabinney4163]

it nice to know I can product from home and save money and create different color texture paste. living in ND I am always looking for projects to do in the winter months. Lisa

[@mytherapyroom]

Glad to hear this was helpful! We have long winters too so I too look for the projects to do in the winter months. 👍😊

[@PEGGYASHMAN]

I'm so 12~ The glue noise was making me cackle!

[@mytherapyroom]

PEGGY ASHMAN OMG. ....I had SUCH a hard time holding back and not just busting a gut. Glad to know there are other 12 year olds out there . 😂😂😂

[@marlenajacklin1142]

I knew you were having a problem as I was giggling, at you of course.

[@autumnmoon7558]

thank you for your recipes. great since of humor. keep up the good work.

[@mytherapyroom]

first autumn moon you’re most welcome! And thank you. 😌☺️

[@1985piratron]

pink stuff turns white ???? witchcraft XD :P

[@mytherapyroom]

1985piratron no kidding! ! It was kinda cool. 😂😂

[@OldTess]

Hi and thank you, but I need only clear gesso to have. I have now fragrance-free on baby powder and glue of 100g only, (I live out in the country high up in Sweden, with no affairs just food affairs). Gonna have it for my watercolor pad. So I can paint better, my brother gave me the wrong and cheap watercolor pad .. Thanks tess

[@monopinion8799]

Loved your video. Thank you for your sharing with us.

[@mytherapyroom]

Sylvie Carpentier you’re most welcome! 👍🏻

[@janellr.n5238]

Thank you. I am new to crafting. Retired R.N. from S.W. MO.

[@mytherapyroom]

Janell Hammer you’re most welcome!!

[@memm5758]

Thanks for the video i made it and it was exactly like the ready one

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re very welcome!! Glad it could help!

[@nicolecase3220]

Thanks for your tutorial! I too make alot of my own supplies, as I use quite a but and it is more economical for me! 🙃 I have found that Ready-to-Use Joint Compound works the best by far...it gives deep texture and holds up well!! I paint with my hands for the most part and have found that if I finalize my layers by rubbing water over it I don't have issues with cracking!

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re very welcome and thank you so very much for the tip to prevent cracking! That makes total sense to use water. 🥰

[@stevepethel6843]

Smart ideas...thanks for your great video

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re most welcome!

[@nadinegirouard7497]

I am going to try your recipe tomorrow. I just ran out of bought, expensive gesso and I really like how yours was smooth. Also, I like the beige actually. Not as bright on the eyes, easier to design on before adding colors. Thanks for your advice and recipe. 😆

[@mytherapyroom]

Nadine Girouard yay! I think you'll like it very much!

[@roseharber-mamachipmunkscr6552]

Thank you for the very interesting and loved the comparisons. I can't wait to make my own texture paste and gesso.

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re very welcome! Have fun creating!

[@Jaytraveler2]

I was looking all over for using stucco for texture and I found you, thank you 😊

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re welcome!

[@sumitabanerjee9742]

Thank you for making painting easier

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re very welcome! 👍🏻☺️

[@jane-nq1hd]

Thank you for your reply, (“Pink Stuff” is called DAP Dryden Spackling and I purchased it at our local Canadian Tire store.) I really appreciate that. I'll get some and...I'll be back to watch more good things from your page.

[@haleywhitehall7942]

I'm just now getting into painting. This is wonderful! Thank you for sharing. I don't like baby powder either.

[@mytherapyroom]

Haley Whitehall you’re most welcome and you’ll love painting!!

[@Napoleonic1804]

Haley Whitehall n

[@mummytumy]

Well i used your way of making gesso but used more of the items and it came out better than what you get at the art store.thank you very much saved me a lot of money.cheers. :)

[@mytherapyroom]

Awesome!!! I love hearing success's! Thank you very much for letting me know. 👍🙂

[@mummytumy]

I am glad you put this up.thank you its great and works fine :) have a g,day cheers from down under :)

[@mytherapyroom]

+Owen Jones you are most welcome! I quite like the results as well. 😊👍

[@LyndaThomasflymefree54]

Hi again. I now use those samples at Walmart for a couple bucks. I thought I may try adding unscented powder at the last just to increase firmness. The edges on that pink "Dap" remained even after drying I noticed where as the other two had lost some form. As if they spread out. Worth a try. Looking now for a good clear Gesso recipe. I use a great deal of clear in my layers . Thx again. Hoping you're well n keeping cool n still full of fun. XX's, Lynda in Utah

[@mytherapyroom]

Lynda, I did a video on how to make your own clear gesso as well. Here's the link. 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oailiZKEfKmdaZo

[@DrummerGrrrl]

You have a very soothing voice. AND, you're funny. Excellent video!

[@mytherapyroom]

DrummerGrrrl thank you very much!! 🙂

[@mayrakopjansen2814]

I love the way you’re explaining this it’s so easy to follow Thanks 👏🏻👏🏻👍👍👍😘

[@mytherapyroom]

You’re very welcome! 😊

[@karenissimalovestrilogy75]

Thank you SO MUCH for the Gesso recipe!!! I've JUST started painting on canvas (I started out painting rocks and then mandalas), and can't really afford alot of supplies yet, AND this recipe is FANTASTIC for me, BECAUSE I ALREADY have all of these ingredients on hand!🤗🤗🤗

[@mytherapyroom]

Karenissima Loves Trilogy you’re very welcome and YAY to already having the products on hand to make it. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@shellymillion9268]

really got a kick out of this lady! I enjoyed laughing at the sound effects right akong with her!😃

[@mytherapyroom]

lol. Thank you! I can get giggling at the silliest things. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@mairjames8720]

Brilliant thanks so much I love to make stuff instead of buying much more expensive items.

[@mytherapyroom]

Mair James you are most welcome! !!

[@robinjessop6607]

You are wonderful to watch! Very relaxing yet fun! Glue farts were awesome!😅 You remi d me of me when no one's watching. Baha! Im subscribing.😄

[@mytherapyroom]

Robin Jessop lol, I’m so childish sometimes! Thank you for the great comment. 💖👍🏻

[@rosieallbon5950]

TFS. I love your style. And I wouldn't have minded if you'd burst out laughing at your glues antics, I did and I needed that laugh today! Thanks for the recipes and tips. Thanks to you, I can save a little more money now, and I get so much satisfaction from making as many supplies for my projects myself; it adds to the creative process somehow.

[@dragonflyer59]

Thanks for the tutorial...just a thought, a rubber spatula would work great to stir up the ingredients...

[@mytherapyroom]

Anna Holt you're welcome and great idea with the spatula. Wider mixing surface and easy to clean off! 😊

[@amymhchan1584]

Thanks very much for this video! I think it's very useful.

[@mytherapyroom]

Amy MH Chan you’re very welcome!! 👍🏻

[@MultiDebsta]

Well i never..... i am just learning about altered books and stuff and who'd have knew how easy it was going to be to do homemade Gesso and textured paste was going to be to make. Well, you made it look so easy......so i am off the the hardware shop to see what i can find. Thank you so much, i enjoyed your tutorial, although the rude noises made by the glue bottle was hilarious and added a bit of a comedy to the proceedings.

[@mytherapyroom]

debbie parker lol. I felt like a little kid with my very rude glue bottle. I gave it a very stern talking to after I was done. Enjoy your shopping trip!

[@EmmaMorgan09]

Super excited that you have the same Tupperware jug as me!!

[@mytherapyroom]

EmmaMorgan09 lol.....can never go wrong with Tupperware!!

[@w.rustylane5650]

Thanks for your recipe.

[@mytherapyroom]

W. Rusty Lane you’re welcome! 👍🏻

[@justinakavanagh3058]

This is great as I was looking for a good recipe. Thank You for the really good instructions.

[@mytherapyroom]

Justina Kavanagh thank you! I’m glad you found it helpful. 👍🏻

[@donnabethfeagins9419]

awesome! Thank you!!! This is exactly the information I needed!!!

[@mytherapyroom]

Donna Beth Feagins you’re very welcome!

[@heatherm2058]

Great to know...I'm making some! Thanks

[@mytherapyroom]

Heather M you’re welcome!! Have fun! 👍🏻

[@marcellazimmer5987]

thank you for your good Idea and helpful hints and they work that is a good thing.

[@marcellazimmer5987]

please put the recipe on this page as I can't see it here.

[@mytherapyroom]

Marcella Zimmer you’re most welcome and the recipe is on the description of the video. If you click on the little down arrow next to the title it will open up the video description. 👍🏻🤓

[@glenm5034]

Thanks for the gesso recipe and video presentation.

[@mytherapyroom]

Glen M you’re most welcome!!!