UNBOX AND FIRST IMPRESSION Rawlinson End Portable Plein Air Set Up! 🎉 Etsy Plein Air Sketching Setup

I got a present for myself in light of the increased plein air sketchbook painting and drawing that I do in the summer! I have been thinking about it for. while, because the set up cost around $60 with shipping from Cornwall, UK to the US. But, since I haven't been buying art supplies this month, I thought this was the right time to go for it! This was a custom order from Rawlinson End on Etsy, which I got just by messaging the seller and asking if I could just buy certain items from the portable set. He did not know I am an art KZbinr and that I would be doing a review, and I am not being paid or sponsored in any way for this. I just got it like any other customer because it looked great!
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[@CreatingCuteArt]

Link to the updated review after four months of using the setup! kzbin.info/www/bejne/kITUdYGmp7yea7M

[@phillipstroll7385]

I haven't been able to find any videos of you actually using this set up. What are your thoughts after using it. My wife says youtubers are collectors of freebies, not users. Prove her wrong. Please lol

[@teresabotkins4983]

You could probably "seal" the edges of your board with some clear nail polish to keep the leather from peeling.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

This is an awesome idea, and I have some in the house! I will try this today, thank you!!

[@jmo4114]

Your enthusiasm always makes me smile，Very infectious

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you!! I do love supplies so much 🤗❤️🤗

[@MadebyDawn23]

Thank you for video. Now you are inspiring me to plein air

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Oh good! Your various paint pens could be such a cool option for plein air without a ton of fuss. I will love to see what you create no matter what you use! And happy bday!

[@lynnfreedman5329]

Your enthusiasm always makes me smile! How wonderful that the creator was able to customize your order… and even more wonderful that he gifted you with that humongous tin of yellow, and the little sketchbook too. Thanks for this unusual unboxing video!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

It was so much fun to unbox and start loving!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@tinapanna3613]

Thanks 4 the share- I’m digging it

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I'm so glad!! 🤗❤️🤗

[@lisagiuliani8167]

OhmyGod how did I just "discover" you??? You ate just the cutest!!!! I love your excitement!!! 🥰😁

[@CreatingCuteArt]

This comment made my day, thank you so much!! 🤗❤️🤗

[@OneTrueWord1988]

Hi - great that you were so happy and excited! I use a $tree dri erase board, a clip-on water container like yours (only dual,) and two $tree headbands, (the flat, narrow, stretchy ones,) across the width of the board to hold my sketchbook. Clip on magnets from $tree hold my metal paint box. (One or two, depending on the size of the box I'm using that day.) It all works great! Just some ideas in case, like me, your budget requires something less expensive. For clips, I like those industrial looking ones from building supply type stores; they really hold well. Enjoy your new bag and board, etc.! 😊

[@CreatingCuteArt]

That's awesome!! Thank you so much for putting those ideas and references for everyone in here. I may try that for the smaller size instead of springing for another one lol!

[@WeblightDreams]

This is a very cool travelling plein air set up, love the design of it.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I was so impressed, too! I'm really glad I found it 🤩🎉🤗

[@tylera.4827]

Fun Go Bag!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Let's goooooooo!!! Telly-Ride!!

[@SUSSDUE]

What a lovely and simple sketching set up! When I can afford I will for sure go to this seller and order a bag and sketch board. First, for now I am trying out the idea in a homemade mock up made sturdy cardboard, a glued on magnet sheet from a cut up weekly planner and a pen loop, just to test the idea. I have , in my days, bought far too many clever solutions that lies in a box right now and are never used so I wanted to be sure this was something I would use before making an order for "the real thing". I have to say it works superbly. So I will probably order a proper one for myself soon, that will look nicer and last longer than my home made test board.! So thank you for this video! How nice of the seller to send you a sketchbook and paints too!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I absolutely see a "dupe" version working well for those crafty enough to try making one! I'm glad you gave it a go and enjoyed the result! 👍🤗❤️

[@kookatsoonjan]

good luck to you for trying to invent a "mock-up" I bet it will be just fine...however...the bag...is another story...but there are also ways to "rig bags"...this one is kind of nice...and believe me..making a DUPE of this bag...It's NOT THE SAME as trying to make the board!...

[@MrsBarnabas]

Maggie, your joy and enthusiasm is as good as a strong tonic! Thank you for giving me a *big* smile for my face!!!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Oh I'm so glad you felt the excitement through the screen heehee!! 🤗❤️😂🖌️🎨🎉

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@CreatingCuteArt It was very evident, and very enjoyable!

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@CreatingCuteArt Just adding this in here: I watched this video today, and I'm sharing it with you and the others, because you all love a challenge - but I don't think any of us would go for this. I think you'll enjoy it because she was fantastic! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIfCpJejl8p6as0

[@AntaraArtCafe]

This is very fun to watching 🙂 thanks for sharing 😊

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you so much!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@DoomsayerDesigns]

You're making me buy stuff!!! STAHP!!! This look incredible and super convenient. Great review!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you so much!! I know just how you feel lol! I have to avoid haul or review videos when my budget is low, and then I binge them when some money frees up! :)!!!

[@DoomsayerDesigns]

@@CreatingCuteArt what an awesome binge this was! That little sketchbook table was the coolest!

[@karenlavigne1108]

Really enjoyed this video! What a great kit!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you!! I'm loving it! 🤗🤗🤗

[@mekagooden4915]

Oh my I’ve been going to local thrift stores looking for some plein air set up options. Love this little kit!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I am so impressed with it!! I'm already resisting buying it in the even smaller size (for 5x5 sketchbooks in addition to this one that is for A5) 🤣😂❤️🤗

[@lindalucia970]

Thrift store is always better than buying new stuff

[@stacys447]

Can't wait to see you using the kit. Thanks for the fun video.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I can't wait to use it! It's just the beginning of summer so I should hopefully have lots of opportunities! 🤗❤️🖌️

[@stacys447]

@@CreatingCuteArt Have you gotten a chance to try out your new plein air setup yet with all the exciting summer things that need doing? Thanks for all the fun videos!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

@@stacys447 Yes! I actually just took it out yesterday --I attached it to my CamelBak using a caribeaner and it was so much fun!!

[@stacys447]

​@@CreatingCuteArt Are you planning a video? I remember that one plein air video from several months ago. But you might enjoy being in your studio filming more than trying to balance all of that outside. I am trying to make something to try making plein air better, as holding everything was pretty un-fun.

[@MirandaWatsonArt]

How fun! This bag looks really handy and that board idea is great! That little accordion sketchbook looked like it had quite a few pages, so you might need to break it down into 4 sessions or so instead of just 2. We were always pretty wiped out after we did our painting marathons, but it was so much fun! That's a pretty yellow he gave you. Thanks for mentioning my channel again - I appreciate it! You'll have to get some footage of when you get a chance to use this bag out-and-about. Thanks, Maggie!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

You know I love your videos, and that one was so timely! Indeed I will not finish it in just two, but I love the idea of 15 minute paintings and just keeping going! I'm very excited to get out there with this set up!! ❤️👍🤗

[@noralizmedinacolon4367]

Awesome ideas for my travel kit that needs an upgrade❤️. Happy Sunday my friend!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

To you, too, Noraliz!! Let me know if you make any changes/upgrades, I'm always interested in everyone's travel set ups!!

[@Julie-vy3oz]

This was very fun to see. It’s lovely! I have a similar set up but in my own make-shift, cheap way lol. You’ll really enjoy it!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I would love to hear how you did it! And when we do finally get together to plein air paint (hopefully at Botanic Gardens one day), we can compare since this will certainly be with me!!

[@Julie-vy3oz]

@@CreatingCuteArt I’d like to see it in action! I use a small clipboard, large clips and similar cups, then just put things (pencils, brushes, etc) in a cross body bag. It’s not perfect but for now it suffices!

[@Julie-vy3oz]

@@CreatingCuteArt also have you ever heard of Hudson Gardens? I met a lady in Meiningers and she goes there to paint. And it’s free. It’s on my list, now.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

@@Julie-vy3oz yes! It's actually closer to me than Botanic. I usually park in downtown Littleton, get a coffee, and walk over!! It's right on the canal trail and super pretty but I've never painted there!! We should do an August plan!

[@stroodledoodles]

Oh my gosh what a cute little setup! Love the colour combo too!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you! It was honestly so hard to choose because I liked so many of the colors!!

[@mickeykyker4837]

Lol you remind me of me when i order art supplies.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Heehee! Better than my bday!!

[@AnimalArtbyTerraCotta]

Very cool plein aire kit! Sweet with the frame and clip and love the many pockets for your own supplies! You're going to love it!!! 🤗

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I am seriously so excited!!!

[@Morgaine]

I'm obsessed with plein air kits and pochade boxes, so I loved this video!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Oh awesome!! I'm so glad! I actually love Sandi Hester's pochade box videos, even though I don't do oil or acrylic plein air I still love watching those kinds of videos, too!

[@christineplumley6592]

I am trying to assemble my plenaire kit and this is a learning tool for what I do and don't want. Worthwhile. Thanks.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

So glad it was helpful for you!!🤗

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

Wow that’s a great Plein Air set, especially since you’re able to customize it with your own choice of colors. Thanks for sharing this video with us.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I'm so glad you liked it!!

[@katyoverocker2341]

I just ordered mine! I’m going to my first Plein Air Retreat on 7/23 and this is going to come in so handy! I’m SO EXCITED! Thank you so much for the review!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Omg that is SO EXCITING!!! I've always wanted to go on one of those, I hope you share your work later (maybe on Instagram?)!! Have a blast!

[@j.g.9271]

It’s gorgeous! OMG!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I love it so much!!

[@poneyfeathersart1442]

Love this setup!! The bag is actually big enough for a decent sketchbook. ❤💯

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Definitely!! Thank you for watching! 🤗👍❤️

[@marceymanning9059]

This is setup that is the closest to what I want! Thank you.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

So glad you found it!

[@lorrainemanning3809]

Love this video and how excited you were! Just delightful and it really made me feel excited and smile too! I have been looking at these bags on Etsy, so I’m thrilled I came across your review. Thank you for sharing

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I’m still loving my set up, there’s a more recent four month review showing it in action if you want more info!

[@ryemabrahamson]

This is sooooo amazing! I'm going to make my own 😍

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Oooooh let me know how it goes!!!

[@bloomanddot]

Ah, I just love your videos, the energy and positivity is truly infectious. You always make me want to start creating something or try something new out. What a fun unboxing this is! The set looks so good, the design is gorgeous. I would be curious to see it in action in the wild.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you so much, that's the best compliment I could get!!

[@HeyLauraVan]

This kit looks incredible! So happy YT recommended this video in particular, and your channel to subscribe to! xo

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I'm so glad, too! Thank you for watching and joining this community!!🤗❤️👍

[@rowenaoverton4568]

Just received the A6 set. It really is lovely and so well thought out. Plus some freebie’s. Found that it fits in a Kipling bum bag.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Ohhh I'm so excited for you!! I am very tempted to get that set, too 🤣😆🥰

[@rowenaoverton4568]

@@CreatingCuteArt Go for it , small but cute. Fits the Kipling abana multi bum bag. Forgot to say if I hadn’t seen your video I wouldn’t have known about it. I live in the uk so postage is free! 🌺

[@lizcharalambous9150]

Great piece of kit!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

It's awesome!! 🤗🤗🤗

[@theartesana]

This is Ahhhmazing! TYFS!❣️✨

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I just used this today!! 🤗🤣❤️

[@helencryer]

Thanks for your video! I just ordered my own! It turns out that Ian is based about half an hour away from me in Cornwall!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

How cool is that? Your shipping should be very fast! 😂🤣 If I lived that close I might try to fanagle an in person review of all the colors 🤗🤗

[@meretekj_creates]

Love the plate for the palette especially! Such a practical little gadget. I think I would have done like you and gone for the board and bag, to be able to use the supplies I already have 😊

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I struggled to decide between the sizes, too, since I go between 5x5 and 8x5 sketchbooks!! Which would you get?

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@CreatingCuteArt Won't the 5 x 5 work equally as well as - or possibly even better than - the A5 with the board you have? It would probably also work for an A4 (12 x 8"). My little set up, a very slightly different self-made design without the cut-out, works for an A6 (6 x 4") as well as an A5, and on the side of the page for an A4.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Indeed it would--the board would work I believe with any size sketchbook that has a spine (as opposed to a spiral bound--which also might work but I haven't tried it yet)! My thought was just about the smaller bag, in which case I'd want the smaller board, too, but I'm talking myself out of it as a money waster (and your comment is helping me!!!)!

[@sandramathews4915]

Oh I emailed Ian. The yellow round thing is a sponge to dab excess paint off brush!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you!!!!

[@cr7v176]

Im excited seeing you excited..and im buyi g one.tq

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Enjoy! I use this one all the time and continue to absolutely love it!!

[@rjstar102]

Cool super super exciting

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you so much!!! I'm obsessed 🤗❤️

[@NanaBeth1]

Ditto Lynn below. You joy is contagious! Great plein air kit is fantastic-perfect for what you want to do. Looking forward to seeing what you create in the great outdoor!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you, Beth!! It's definitely mutually inspiring--the set up makes me want to go hiking, and going hiking makes me want to get out this set up and paint 😂🤩🤗❤️

[@fuzzydragons]

ooh looks like nice a nice little set up 😀

[@CreatingCuteArt]

It's so nice in person!!

[@redbrushart]

👍👍👍 Amazing new video. I hope that my friends will grow even bigger in the future. I always support you.😍UNBOX AND FIRST IMPRESSION Rawlinson End Portable Plein Air Set Up!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thank you my friend!!

[@SuperExadidas]

Thank you for sharing this demo, hoping there will be a follow up video , on actual location experience.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I am definitely planning that! I've been using it on hikes but haven't recorded yet!

[@Observeandlearn994]

Looking on his Etsy shop now, looks great!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

It is awesome, and I'm planning to get the smaller one, too!

[@MovieTrollop]

Random tip: polyurethane. It’s like six bucks for a big can. It’s clear, brush on, water based for easy clean up… and dries to a water resistant seal. I keep some in a little ear so I can seal anything that needs it as I go. It even works as a gloss for clay. Lol Great video!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@denisewilsonart]

new here...always happy to see another fellow art lover...i too do art on my channel...i haven't done a art haul in a minute, but looking forward to doing one in my birthday month..LOL..in a couple months...like the stuff you shared..i need to invest in a portable one..enjoyed watching

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I love a good birthday haul!! It's nice to have that to look forward to for sure. Thank you so much for watching and for the comment, I appreciate it!!

[@SallidrasArtStudio]

Loved seeing this cool setup and have subscribed to your channel. I was curious about that thin palette you showed briefly, I think you called it Regina’s palette.? Where did you get it? Loved the video and your excitement.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

It is indeed Regina’s Watercolors! She makes a beautiful glass palette that’s a pleasure to mix on. She has a website and she’s on Instagram, too! Both just reginaswatercolor (@ and .com).

[@conkrotwife]

Oh I’m always on the search for a great plein air kit, I was hoping this one wouldn’t be so great! I am loving this!! BTW how long did it take for shipping?

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I believe it took about two weeks but I was so busy at work that I tried not to check too often 🤣😂!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@watercolourplay]

do you happen to have a video exploring your cute travel palette and the colours in them? tried looking but didn’t find it :)

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I did a "What's in my Bag?" Video a while back that has a lot more information!! Let me know if that helps or if you want more info, I'll be happy to share! 🤗

[@watercolourplay]

@@CreatingCuteArt thank you! i’ll search for it and let you know 🤭🥰

[@impish22]

Would love to see you do a review of the Global Arts Handbook Journal that your got in the Grand Portrait size... been so curious about that one.. You showed the Grand Portrait size in an art haul a while back and would love to see a review and how you liked it? I've been considering purchasing it, but it is $30.00

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I haven’t started it yet! I usually have 2 going at once and right now it’s an A5 of that same sketchbook. The paper is not the best for wet media, but it’s very low pressure which is why I love it. This is my fourth or fifth sketchbook of this kind that I’m in right now! I don’t know how I will feel about the size. I think it’s more of a novelty and that the square size would be my favorite, with the A5 in second. But that’s a guess since I haven’t started the big one yet!! I’ll keep you posted!

[@nattyw495]

Enjoyed learning about new art product.......very well thought out probably should cane with straps .....i wouldve gotten the sketch book accordian style i always wanted to try that tyoe of sketch book..but am on limited budget but theres alawys a lottery win art list i have,.....lol

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Totally agree with you on the strap, I definitely plan to add one!

[@nattyw495]

@@CreatingCuteArt can u do a follow up about the longevity of these art products i really like the bag ,as i think but im not sure but can you put pens in top part of elastic string ( inside bag) then maybe layer colored pencils underneath same strip where brushes or pens sit, im kinda need a organization order like that if its possible to have i know its kinda bulky but just wondering if its possible to layer a pen or colored pencil together...thank watched video twice to see if i could tellif there was a open area to slide the pencils into...

[@CreatingCuteArt]

@@nattyw495 the zip pockets behind the loops are very big and roomy, hold lots of stuff. The creator over on Etsy is very responsive, too--if you ask him any questions I'm sure he would answer and he even does custom orders!

[@OneTrueWord1988]

Natty W: Cathy Johnson has a video showing how to make your own accordian sketchbook. She has a great channel! ♥️

[@nattyw495]

@@OneTrueWord1988 thank you i will find her channel and watch it i love to learn new skills.....

[@pekingduck15]

Hi! I love your enthusiasm in this video. I'd like to know your thoughts when using it plein air painting and while on your lap? Does it hold well? :)

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I’ve been enjoying it! My sole issues so far several months out is that I wish the bag had a strap option, and that the magnets were a bit more robust (they hold the palette in place fine but they aren’t strong enough for the set up to be seriously jostled or upside down). I have added a sturdy carabeaner and clip it to my camelback when I hike, which has made a strap less necessary. I am enjoying enough that I am considering getting the smaller version for myself for my bday!

[@pekingduck15]

@@CreatingCuteArt oh thank you for this feedback! I’m planning to get too! What size is the one the video and what size are you planning to get? Does it also work with soft covered sketchbooks?

[@CreatingCuteArt]

@@pekingduck15 I got the A5 size, and I'm thinking about the little baby square size (the smallest one)!

[@maryhazlett]

I feel as though this is a copy of the Stablo easel.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I've never seen that one! If you send the name I'll Google it, I'd love to see what it's like 👍😊

[@maryhazlett]

@@CreatingCuteArt it's called Stablo. Was going to share it some vids with you, but don't know how to on KZbin. Put "Stablo" in the KZbin search. I'll be curious what you think.

[@tomwebb10]

Do they have a left handed version?

[@CreatingCuteArt]

That's a good question! I didn't think about it as sort of handed but you can always message him and ask for custom changes, like having the loops and the magnets switched!

[@tomwebb10]

@@CreatingCuteArt thanks!

[@lindalucia970]

All this can be created with stuff that people have lying around the house. More sustainable than buying new stuff.

[@phillipstroll7385]

Where are the videos of it in use? Where are the videos of your work

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Your timing is uncanny, I have two partially filmed videos and the in use review of this set up is one of them! That means it will be posted either be this Sunday or next Sunday, so stay tuned! The little painting of Tuffy I posted yesterday to the community tab was made using this set up and will be in the vid, so you can treat that as a preview! 🤗🤗🤗

[@phillipstroll7385]

@@CreatingCuteArt looking forward to it. Thanks. That's one thing I tell all my viewers on my channel. If a KZbinr wouldn't pay for it why should you. Never buy any product a KZbinr got for free based on that youtubers paid for opinion. They always claim they weren't paid for the review but they were. We were paid the price of the free product. And we all know a bad review means other companies will stop sending free crap. If that happens then we lose revenue from the video, the ads, the resale of the product we claim to gift to needy. It'll just be a while need lol; and if you don't see the KZbinr using the product after the review it isn't any good. They are merely doing the video it for the money and because monkey see, monkey do. Artists used to be so damn creative. We would not be caught dead buying crap. We made our own. That was half the fun. Getting together with others to see what they created and ingeneis ways they've tackled the same artist problems we all have. I like the look of this set up so I'd love to see it in action. I love used to love Molly and Alice bags. They've become a bit too popular for my liking atm, but in this set up, what a groovy way of using it. Add a carabiner and you don't even have to carry it. Just clip to a belt loop and be on your way. Too cool. Are you still happy with this little set up? I could imagine it would get real old real quick with it not seating deeply in the sketchbook. How many times, if any, did it pop out?

[@sandramathews4915]

Is this the same company as JustGoSketching?

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Yes!! He changed his name after I made this video, but some of his materials still say this old name.

[@sandramathews4915]

@@CreatingCuteArt awesome. I love his stuff. I just ordered his 24 set of paints.

[@georgedickens9737]

the bag is badly finished and the plein air set up looks cheap and nasty. im sorry but thats what im seeing. the setup itself could be mad with a piece of hardboard and would look a lot better and wouldnt cost as much.

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Thanks for your thoughts! 👍

[@carlo_sketches]

i saw it some time ago and thought that it was a clever idea, but I didn’t like the setup and the finish. I made it out of 2mm plexiglass (super easy to clean since water won’t damage it), it was a little challenging to cut but it fits my needs in terms of size and organization. I’m still trying to figure out how to make a pen/brush holder to attach on the side. At the moment I’m using a Kaweco tin case but it’s a little too short to accommodate everything. About the bag I really don’t like military/hunting stuff, I found the perfect bag for my needs that is a small Eastpack laptop bag, usually it’s on the expensive side but on Amazon the pice drops pretti dramatically from time to time. It also has that loop thing meant to attach it to a trolley handle that fits perfectly my micro foldable camping stool. Besides all this features it’s low profile, very comfortable and works well also as an office bag