Art Supplies I Regret Buying and Favorite Supplies I Would Buy Again

[@susosu6070]

Thank you for sharing your experience. This is my first time watching your channel. As a non-English speaker, I like your English a lot. It’s easy and not too fast to understand your messages. Thank you 🙏🏻 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you and welcome!

[@sallydansereau1270]

I have that watercolour palette and love it. Never thought to store my brushes in it. Thanks for sharing your tip.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I hope it works for you. The handles of some brushes are too fat, but most smaller brushes work.

[@berolinastrassmann]

11:28 Fiskars SureCut Plus Paper trimmer is amazing. It has replacement blades and has a scoring function (it has a scoring wheel built in). It has a metal arm to slide the blade, and a foldable arm to fit big sheets (A3). I've had mine since 2018 and am super happy. Thanks so much for sharing your best and worst preferences...I am always open to learning from others.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. I’m looking it up right now 😊

[@tbluemel]

I use a 24-inch X-Acto paper cutter. It cuts watercolor paper like a got knife going through butter. I usually cut 3 full sheets to half and quarter sheets. I love it!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for the suggestion. I don’t have space for one that big but I’ll check if they have smaller sizes.

[@dianeo]

Thank you! Very educational. I have purchased the wet palette and stencil brushes and am eager to try them out! The free swatch card will be helpful, too!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You're welcome. I forgot to mention being able to have a swatch card in the palette is one of my favorite things about it. I never accidentally pick the wrong color anymore!

[@coffeewithlinda]

Aww, man! I feel for you about your shoulder! I’ve been suffering (!) with Frozen Shoulder, in BOTH shoulders, for over a YEAR!!! It is FINALLY in the “thawing” phase, but I still have many twinges of pain during the day. But no where NEAR the last 13 months!!! Who knew‽‽!?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that. I can’t imagine both shoulders at once. I’m glad you’re in the thawing stage. Hopefully they’ll get better rapidly now! I try to do yoga and Pilates regularly to keep mine mobile and strong.

[@beaniebutt47]

Honestly for newbies I feel like you’re better off buying arches if you want success quickly! I felt like a failure at first once I switched I had success with every technique! I do use cellulose paper or just my sketchbook with other mixed media techniques. But I’m working on some realism floral and botanical sketches my husbands been buying me flowers all winter ( we live in Michigan) I love arches for it the results speak for themselves. I really don’t do any social media yet but trust me it’s so worth saving for it if you can.😊

[@smoss4847]

Always interesting to see what works for some people and not for others. I think the key points you raised about the products you didn't like is why they didn't work for you. I have several of the items you mentioned and truly enjoy using them. We all have different needs and preferences. Thank you for sharing your perspective.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

So true. I know some of these products are well loved, but they’re also not for everyone. It’s fun to share and discuss. I’ve gotten so many great tips that might redeem a few of these products for me.

[@sandymanning-b5o]

Thanks for sharing all the good and rubbish art materials. You were very kind to share it in a video for us. The Friska paper cutter I use I have had for years and find it trust worthy for what I need. I loved that Canon printer near the end so cool! Have a great day 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I’m hearing Fiskars from a lot of people. I’m definitely going to check out their new options.

[@kailand3056]

I really enjoyed this video ❤ You did an excellent job of explaining why you liked or didn’t like each product and I will definitely keep this in mind when I’m shopping for art supplies. I also appreciate the palette template because I have the same one.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. I’m really glad you can make use of the swatch card!

[@sandjune2753]

Watching from the uk. Some good tips there. I almost gave up watercolour because the paper is so expensive not everyone can afford 100% cotton paper, especially not in the Uk. I don’t throw my cheap paper away now. I use it for messing about or goache.

[@DwarfDragonwulf]

My Pitt Artist pens are starting to run out. I've never liked the step near the nib, I'm a nib creeper. I've just replaced them with a TWSBI Eco pens filled with Platinum Carbon Black ink (waterproof), one with an Extra Fine nib, for a fineliner, one with a 1.1mm stub nib for drawing and calligraphy (30 years of doing calligraphy and I finally have waterproof calligraphy!) and I also have a Lamy Safari with a 1.5mm nib, and Lamy Safari with 1.9mm nib, and 2 Lamy Safari pens with medium nib (Lamy Safari are so easy to swap the nibs while full of ink, so I can swap those around and have different inks... All my Lamy's have converters) ... I'm also about to fill a TWSBI Eco White pen with a 1.1mm stub nib with White De Atramentis document ink to replace white signo/posca for highlights in art, and for white waterproof calligraphy.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Glad you found some pens that work great for you. Is the white ink you mentioned waterproof? I’d love to know how it works. I use Uniball Signo because I think it’s the most opaque. But they run out fast and I’d love to have a refillable option.

[@Cre8tiveConnexionsbyLillia]

Art glitter glue is my fave, when used for what it is designed to do. It is not meant to be used a cardmaking glue. It was designed for working with microfine glitter, specifically to dry in those raised lines , you don't want, and very quickly. It dries clear and flexible. We used it for layered mandala stamping, where we coloured the layers with beautiful microfine glitter. It also worked brilliantly on acetate to create stained glass window effects. It gives you the control you need for the fine detail needed , and the speed to stop wastage of expensive glitter, you never had smudging. I've never experienced issues with the tip either. I would not use it for sticking paper or card together though.

[@Cre8tiveConnexionsbyLillia]

Thanks for info re photo printer. My youngest got her first professional camera this xmas and it would make a great easter present. Fiskars and tonic make very similar slim paper trimmers for quick cuts of paper. I use mine for a quick trim, use aluminium foil to sharpen the blades before you need to replace. I love my cutterpillar pro for accurate trims, but you do need to stand up and hold cardstock in place yourself.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

That makes total sense. I had seen so many paper crafters and journalers recommend it, so I thought it would work for my purposes. I think I like to work with thin paper and it’s not great for that.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

The printer would make a fun gift! Thank you for the paper trimmer recommendations.

[@Cre8tiveConnexionsbyLillia]

I don't even know if the company has changed hands since the clever lady who showed me her product at UK craft show decades ago, but I wouldn't be surprised if the fine tips are not so great anymore. I tend to buy the large bottle and decant into one of the fine silicon ended, mini bottles now. I also prefer knitting blocking pins where possible than the dressmaker pins. I use Golden paints and mediums too, but recently bought some bearly art glue to try, I have heard it takes longer to dry and is not so rigid. Thanks for the downloads too, really fun for daily practice.

[@sandywarner5021]

I just bought myself that same palette and I am so excited to start using it. Thanks so much for the template!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You’re going to love it!

[@muskadobbit]

Re glue: it is a PVA glue, as is Bearly Art, and there are archival versions as well that are used in bookbinding. Those metal tips are ubiquitous and can be found on Amazon as well as many craft stores. If the head of the pin comes apart (which has happened to me) you can find another pin the same diameter (for sewing, e.g.) and use it to push the broken one out. I don’t like to leave the pin in, as it doesn’t really seal well enough and tends to rust over time, so I use a little rubber cap instead. Occasionally i need to take everything apart and give the metal tips a soaking, then it works a charm. I do agree that it is better for cardstock (80lb or better) than thin paper. It is intended to be used in very small quantities, and in that use case, it is very strong. I find the wiggle time depends a lot on the weather in my area, and if you want to be able to change your mind or reposition, your preference for a glue stick makes sense.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for the tips!!

[@peggymann925]

A great video, thank you Jackie! I'm headed to Amazon to buy some of your faves!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! 😊

[@lindagraf2119]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! SO generous with your tips/knowledge!❤

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful.

[@christineroberts6076]

I love that you are fiscally responsible. Thought it would make your day that your $10 palette is a whopping $25.00 here in Canada and I have been comtemplating it for a month or so. I think you have sealed the deal and I will part with my money. Thanks for the list. Also, can you recommend a stencil brand or package of stencils that would work for watercolor. I am having a hard time finding anything in stores.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Oh wow. Even at that price, I would still buy the palette. I love it that much ❤️ as it turns out, I make my own stencils. I have not purchased any. I use a Cricut Joy to cut stencils from Yupo paper.

[@youngazamh]

Great video! (as always) ❤

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks!

[@margaritahealy2716]

Fiskars does a small trimmer / scorer about the same size as the one you don’t like. I love it.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I'll look into it. Orange doesn't really fit my vibe, but at this point I need to prioritize function over aesthetics ☺️

[@gamewrit0058]

Fantastic video! Thanks for the Faber-Castell pens and canon printer links. I'm definitely going to consider them. I'm a writer who arts sometimes, and I want to draw more. I'm journaling and doodling with 0.5mm Pilot precise v5 pens. I love acrylic paint, but I'm much more likely to draw or "paint" with a Sharpie brush pen or Creative Marker than to set up and then clean up paint supplies. I love the look of watercolor paintings, but don't have the patience for working with them. (But I can wrestle or play with words for hours.) Edit: My biggest buying regrets are copic alcohol markers (smelly and they bleed) and several sets of colored pencils and graphite pencils, which I rarely use and don't enjoy using.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

“A writer who arts sometimes” 😂 Love that! I think it’s so important to recognize what you enjoy using and what you don’t. I think we all have patience for some mediums over others. It’s funny, when I started painting I thought I’d love acrylic. But I hated it. Then I tried gouache, which was better but still not my favorite. Finally I gave watercolor a try and I’ve never looked back. I resisted watercolors for a long time though because I assumed I wouldn’t like them. I was completely wrong. I think it’s great that you try so many things and keep note of what you like and prefer spending your time on.

[@knackability7098]

I love Art Glitter glue, I always have a little wiggle room. But I do live up north so that probably makes a difference. Now, as to the pin, this may change my mind about repurchasing AGG. I recently needed a new pin because the ball on top of mine came off after two years of use. After two years, I feel that was reasonable. I purchased a new one off Amazon. That one broke within two days! I called the customer service for the company and the service agent was flippant and basically told me he didn’t know how to help me. Then I went on Amazon and read the one star reviews, which I hadn’t done before because it is a product I’m familiar with. And so many said the same thing, the ball on top of the pin comes off. Bummer. Anyway, after that long story, thank you for a great video. 🙂

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Wow, I’m glad it wasn’t just me. My black tip gets clogged inbetween uses (even with the cap on), so I’ve been using a needle with a string tied to the end. No chance of the string coming off.

[@ClaudiaMartinez-pj5xd]

I love the Creative Memories paper trimmer.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for the recommendation.

[@taylorjudi]

I love my Glitter Glue. It is perfect for making layered dies.

[@ljcmsw]

This was great! Now, I love Glitter Glue, but I understand how it might not work for everyone. With all my water soluble glues, I soak the tips every couple of uses/days. They do clog, so it's very helpful. I put my GG and acid free glue in small (maybe 2" tall) squeeze tip bottles. The tips are easy to clean and it's much easier to handle a small bottle of glue than a large one. I also thought of replacing my huge rotary cutter that never seems to have a home. I decided it wasn't worth it because the rotary blades last longer and cut more cleanly.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Great tips for the glue. Do you think there is a way to get my pin out? I would like to use up the Art Glitter Glue I do have. Why don’t they make rotary paper trimmers anymore?!

[@rubyfisch5077]

@@JackieHernandezWatercolor I would think that if you soak the tip in hot water, then take a pliers and slowly wiggle it back and forth from the long end that you might be able to remove it. I've never used this glue before, so I don't know what it's made of, so you may have to try soaking it in some kind of solvent first.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for replying. I’ll give that a try.

[@ljcmsw]

I just saw the woodware mini rotary trimmer on Amazon!

[@TheKingsGarden.]

Yes, soaking in hot water should do the trick. I use this glue constantly and love it. If my straight pin gets stuck while I am not using it during a project, the hot water softens it. After I am done, I always run hot water through the applicator tip and the pin before storing it. ​@@JackieHernandezWatercolor

[@nonamepainter]

Oh, im so sorry to hear about your frozen shoulder. I started getting that along with abnormal weight gain in my middles and night sweats. I went to the doc and asked for some hormones! I love my Dotti patch, the first night I was on it the night sweats went away and my shoulder felt better in 3 days.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you for sharing. I found out after that Frozen Shoulder can be a monopause symptom. I'm not quite old enough for that, but it definitely has me listening to my body and being proactive with my health!!

[@nonamepainter]

@JackieHernandezWatercolor My symptoms started with anxiety at 38, you never know.

[@JannekeVisser-h8c]

Yes, this

[@rubyfisch5077]

Great video! I've also had a hard time finding a good small(er) paper cutter, and always end up going back to the one I bought about 40+ years ago. It has the big handle with a blade that you bring down, and it's fairly heavy. But after all these years, it still cuts beautifully despite never having to buy a new blade, or even sharpening the original blade. And like yours, mine sits in a corner, with easy access. I also love the Mijello palettes! I bought several of them about 8 years ago and just love the design of them. I have one for gouache one for acrylic paint, and two for watercolor. They really are airtight, and I've never had a problem with mold. I also made the swatch card just like you did, and it's really nice to have it sit behind the clear plastic. However, when I wanted to use the clear plastic for extra mixing space, all I had to do was to scrub it with toothpaste and then with a magic eraser, and the paint doesn't bead up anymore. The best tape (in my opinion) is cheap masking tape from the hardware store. It sticks well, but also peels well, unless I leave it on for a month when I get distracted by something else. (Which I am prone to do lol ) If it's too sticky for you, you can just stick it to your pants or shirt first, and that works well too.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for all your tips. I think I need to pull out my gouache paints and set up another palette now 😊 Sounds like your big paper cutter is a Guillotine. They make mini ones now, which I’ve been considering. They look so quick and easy to use. They’ve just always made me nervous with the big blade, but the newer ones seem to have more safety features.

[@pattihanson7921]

For a better paper trimmer, get a quilting ruler (great for custom sizes, left or right handed, keeps fingers safe from cuts) a rotary cutter (easy to replace blades) a self healing mat ( can live permanently on your desk, variety of sizes) and a hand weight or heavy can of soup to hold down the ruler ( less likely to slip as you move away from your body, requires less force from your body). Bit expensive for initial cost layout but lasts for ages and great for space saving.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Great idea. I already have quilting rulers and fabric rotary cutters that I no longer use for fabric. I just need a good mat!

[@bunnyhollowcrafts]

Hi Jackie! I had no idea we probably live within 10 minutes of each other! I’m in DFW only for a couple months a year. Our kids are all here, but we retired to SC. Frozen shoulder; been there! Was quite the mountain but all good on the other side. I do hear you on art glitter glue but I still love it. I’m a mini album maker and I think if you’re not using the glue frequently, it’ll dry in the metal tip. When I store that glue, I remove the metal tip and put on the original black lid.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Wow, small world! I’m sorry you experienced frozen shoulder too. I could see how Art Glitter Glue would be great for mini albums with cardstock and scrapbook papers.

[@JeanneBaney]

First time here but I’m always interested in what works or doesn’t. I’m looking for a small color printer for pictures in my journals and I was so pleased to see your recommendation. I was very disappointed in the thermal one that I purchased a year ago and realized that that they are not archival.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Welcome! I’m glad you found a recommendation you can use. The printer isn’t as portable as some of the thermal ones, but I think it’s worth it to have photos that last.

[@msababiopa]

This video was fabulous. Thank you!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you!

[@kimlindseyOH]

This was great Jackie! I always enjoy your level-headed and honest approach - so helpful! I bought that Mijello palette & just got some new paints: time to fill it and try it out! I got some of the brushes (ink blending?) on clearance, thinking to use them to try "reverse stencilling" with watercolors, since they're so soft ... yet another thing I purchased but never got around to using. 2025 will be the year to do all these things I've been putting off!! Thanks for posting!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. Sounds like you have a fun year ahead. I love the start of the new year to get refocused and stop putting things off 😊

[@DawnRoberts-e4s]

Thank-you Jackie Merry Christmas and Happy New year Too you and yours and i look forward 2 listening and practicing with you in 2025 woo hoo have a awesome day

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Merry Christmas and happy New Year!!

[@BeckyTregear]

Waahhh, my beloved Art Glitter Glue! 😭 You’re right though, the metal nozzles can get clogged very quickly. It’s a shame the scoreboard cutter isn’t as good as you hoped. I haven’t had much luck with paper trimmers either; scissors it is! 😂 That photo printer is so cute!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

😂 Sorry. I guess glue is a personal choice. I’m going to try to fix my nozzle though or try a different bottle. What scissors do you love? I’m looking for big ones and small ones for fussy cutting.

[@BeckyTregear]

@@JackieHernandezWatercolor It's ok, I'll forgive you, haha! I just snapped off a pin trying to pull it out of one of those metal nozzles when the glue had completely dried (it was a clear glue though, not Art Glitter). For scissors, I have a random motley collection. Embroidery scissors with the super sharp points are great for fussy cutting! A larger pair that I have which I like a lot is called The Good Scissors by Designworks Ink. They're solid metal and quite heavy duty...AND they're really pretty. I have the lilac ones. 😁

[@AThaisBotelho]

Sizzix paper trimmer may be quite useful for you. Love your video, btw.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I’ll check that out. Thanks!

[@MissChelle]

I’ve been using a Fiskars triple track paper trimmer for many years. Would definitely recommend it. Cheers from Australia 🫶🇦🇺

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll check it out.

[@Narja23]

what an awesome video ! Thank you for sharing your best and worse purchases of the year

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you so much!

[@TheImpulsive.Expressionist]

it was cool seeing what you liked and didnt like. I personally like the Strathmore 300 watercolor paper. Might have to try using 100 percent cotton for watercolor painting to see how I feel about it.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. When you use 100% cotton paper, it stays wet a lot longer and the color blends and spreads more smoothly because the paper stays wet longer. If you like wet on wet techniques or lots of layers, it’s the way to go.

[@joykruczay]

Thanks ever so much for the helpful info. I had high hopes for the W & N mask and did not like it. I hope this helps you for me to comment that I did not like ANY of their mediums - lifting prep, granulating medium and iridescent medium. I bought them all together and it was an expensive lesson is disappointment. We are a "glitter free" household. I even open greeting cards over the garbage in case they have glitter. It just gets everywhere and never goes away. Everyone that is near it picks it up. Glitter is the herpes of the crafting world! 🤣

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for sharing. I have not tried there other mediums. I do like their Colourless Masking Fluid though. I’m with you on the glitter-free household. The Art Glitter Glue doesn’t actually have any glitter in it. It’s a plain white glue but it was originally designed as a glue for loose glitter.

[@meikamartin953]

The Tonic mini trimmer from Tim Holtz is a good option

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks. I’ll check it out.

[@naomim5015]

Try the Fiskar's 12" Paper Trimmer with swing-out arm...I've been very happy with it for years. Compact too. $28.99 at JoAnn's....

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for the recommendation. I’ll take a look at it.

[@denisematsuzaki8342]

Thanks for the tip Canon. I was thinking about shopping. Here Brazil the price is good. Happy 2025!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I'm glad you found it helpful. Happy New Year!

[@jbeisell7783]

Thx for sharing your supply picks! 🙂Re: the paper trimmer... I love my Firbon! It's compact enough to easily store in a drawer, safety blade so no worries about cutting yourself, it has a hinge for angled cuts and the blade is replaceable. (I've had it for 2 years & haven't needed to replace the blade yet!) I think I got it on Amazon?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I’ll look it up. Thanks!

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Jackie, thanks very much for a great video. I've used Mijello palettes for a few years and love them for studio and travel. The Canon printer app is something that they can't seem to get right. I have a different model of Canon printer but the same complaint as you, and it's common with the brand. Take care, David. ❤

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks David. Have you experimented at all with laying photos out yourself before using the app? I’ve been considering that to minimize adjustments I need to make in the app.

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Jackie, yes I've laid out photos before and it does help a bit but it really depends on the outcome that you have in mind. I'm still experementing.❤​@@JackieHernandezWatercolor

[@cisvolk]

I think your rotary cutter is the best. I like to use tim holz tonic guillotine cutter the best, because light weighted and self sharpened and able to cut multiple layers. However disadvantage is that you cannot measure small strips perfectly.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I’m looking at the Guillotine. With my paper trimmer you cannot cut small slivers off either. That’s a huge con I forgot to mention. My rotary trimmer does small slivers really well.

[@cisvolk]

@@JackieHernandezWatercolor You can cut small slivers with the guillotine, however you cannot measure easily how wide they will be, especially when you have a small strip to start with. There are hacks for it, but still a struggle. Succes on testing the Tonic lightweighted guillotine.

[@avaDesdemona]

I haven't used art glitter glue but I do use Aleen's Tacky glue, and that sticks immediately depending on how much you use. I used to use it super sparingly which meant it stuck to whatever it touched first, I now use it a bit more liberally and get wiggle room that way, maybe that will help with the Art glitter glue as well?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

That’s a good tip. Unfortunately I think that would make bigger riggers or lumps with the Art Glitter Glue. I haven’t tried tacky glue yet.

[@heathermcqueen4452]

Great video. Really helpful. Hopefully I can help you too. You were looking for ideas for a good quality small paper trimmer, which this isn't exactly, it's a guillotine. Lol. I personally find I get better results from a guillotine. Anyway I use the small Tim Holz guillotine which cuts beautifully and it's great if space is at a premium. I would definitely recommend it.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you. My original reply to you disappeared. I’m definitely open to a guillotine. Seems so much easier. I always thought one would be too big, but the mini ones look great!

[@annemariemurphy4049]

My favorite cutter is the Cricut one.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks

[@RachelVanse]

I adore Art Glitter glue and would be lost without it. That said, I had the exact same experience with their fine tip applicator. Instead, I purchased some empty 1 ounce fine/needle tip bottles on Amazon and put the glue in one of those. After I use it, I clear the tip with a small piece of wire, then cap it with the silicone cap that came with the bottle. No problems since then, and the tiny bottle is easier to control.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thanks for the tip. I’ll have to try it. Several people have made the same recommendation. I do want to be able to use up the glue I have.

[@RachelVanse]

@@JackieHernandezWatercolorThe little 1-ounce bottles came in a pack of a dozen or so. As an added bonus, I discovered that I like to use them with acrylic paint (slightly watered down). They make fun stylized lines for writing or doodling with. 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Ooh, now I must try them for mark making. Thank you!

[@Lauraisabelgonzalezart]

Hola Jackie... wonderful video as always! I wanted to share another paper trimmer NOT TO BUY at Walmart. It's a brand called Hello Hobby and I got on a whim because I couldn't find my favorite Fiskars rotary trimmer online. It was only $10, but really worth $5, it's absolute garbage. Just wanted to let you know in case you were ever curious. I will say I LOVE my Baohong Academy and Meeden paper blocks for floral work! But for top notch results, I depend on Arches Rough! I'm also in the market for a good light box... do you have any recommendations?

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Thank you! I’ll avoid that trimmer! At this point I’m willing to pay more to get good quality. My light box is linked under the Tech category on my Supplies page: jackiehernandez.studio/resources

[@Lauraisabelgonzalezart]

​@@JackieHernandezWatercolor Thank You so much!

[@maryannprzybycien2013]

Hi Jackie, I wanted to ask you about the Strathmore watercolor paper you talked about. You said it was the 400 series, but I've only seen the yellow cover on the 300 series. I use the 400 series and the 500 series and love them! ❤

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You are right. The one I have is 300 series. Sounds like I need to try 400 and 500 series 😊

[@tammyfowler6416]

Hello Jackie. This video was very informative. What frames do you suggest for paintings? Thank you 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

For watercolor, you have to make sure the painting does not come into contact with the glass, so choose a frame with a matte. Unfortunately most watercolor papers don’t match standard frame and matte sizes. I came up with a DIY float mounting option that works really well. Here’s the tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3rNmX15ftlphdU

[@tammyfowler6416]

@ Thank you

[@lisaanderson1788]

Gosh that’s interesting I have always found Art glitter to have wiggle room and never had trouble with the pins i think you were very unlucky. However i do think glue is a very personal individual thing . Good video though 😊

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Others have pointed out it may be the climate in my area. I’m in Texas and I get no wiggle room unless I accidentally put way too much glue, which causes other problems.

[@sandyhopkins6098]

I make cards and your new paper , the blades get dull and it rips the paper. I use a fiskers rotary blade cutting trimmer. The rotary blades don’t get dull, mine is also large but I just don’t have problems with.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Do they still make rotary blade trimmers? If you know the name of yours, I’d love to look it up. I’ve held onto my old one so long because I love the rotary blade.

[@jlm517rocks]

confirmed a few intuitive no's (glitter glue, latex gum) & yeses (tapes, pens)... ty!!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

You’re welcome!

[@bluewren65]

If it says nothing about the fibre content on any paper then it is likely 100% cellulose. It will usually say acid free if it's of any quality at all, but that's it.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

It is acid free thankfully. That’s why I felt okay using it up for watercolor sketches to add to my journals.

[@jonisorsen]

You must live in a super dry climate. I love art glittler glue. I don't find any of the problems you said you had. It is the strongest glue I have found.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

That’s a good point. I am in Texas, so maybe.

[@Lelena4Lelena]

I am in Massachusetts and have the same issues with art glitter glue. I hate the smell as well.

[@kimberlylongenecker6111]

The Cricut paper trimmer is the best, IMO.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I’ll check it out.

[@bonnieallen2658]

Sorry you had issues. I use it for everything, have for years. Less is more.

[@sonmayab]

The pallet lid breaks easily! I bought 2 and they both broke at same place. Breaks where the 2 parts join! No other brands have broken for me and i about 8 different brands!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Oh no. I have not experienced that and I’ve traveled with mine tossed in a backpack many times. I’ll be more careful just in case.

[@sandyhopkins6098]

I don’t like the watercolor paper on the block because I can’t use my light box either.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

I know, I love using the light box too much!

[@ladyflimflam]

That yellow pad isn’t 400 series strathmore. Those are brown. You won’t get cotton fom strathmore until 500 series.

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

Yes, I misspoke. It is 300-series. Another viewer recommended trying 400 or 500 series.

[@KirthGersen-qz9ij]

I have and love that palette also! I wanted to get a second one, but Blick says it's discontinued! %$#@X&!!!

[@JackieHernandezWatercolor]

They’re available on Amazon. I included a link in the video description.

[@SheXyShellyMarie]

Just a little suggestion. Arches is not pronounced like McDonalds golden ones. It is pronounced - ARSH.

[@creativebeanart]

Sigh, everyone is doing these videos and to be honest, what's good and bad is so subjective, doing a video is somewhat pointless.

[@coolrunnings3]

This is the first one that came up for me and I spend all day on utube en half the time on watercolor videos. . .

[@wendyburton5029]

You don’t have to watch them. It’s a choice.

[@Tschij]

Thank you very much for your video!❤💜💚🩷 Have a great time! Byyyyyye! TSCHIJ