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  • Опубліковано 8 лип 2022
  • Make Your Own Gesso Paint / Easy DIY Homemade Recipe
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    Hello everyone!
    Today I am going to show you a Easy homemade Gesso recipe that is made with simple ingredients. This is easy to mix up quickly and you probably have all the ingredients you need in your home already.
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  • @OurUpcycledLife
    @OurUpcycledLife  Рік тому +8

    Subscribe to my email list for more crafting, DIY content and get free graphics! view.flodesk.com/pages/632e2d2fd960dab4eb97c358

    • @ClaudiaHiguera-nb8vt
      @ClaudiaHiguera-nb8vt 11 місяців тому

      👍

    • @maxinealcock7020
      @maxinealcock7020 11 місяців тому

      Annoying background sounds. Sorry couldn’t follow.

    • @stizelswik3694
      @stizelswik3694 8 місяців тому

      @@maxinealcock7020 when that happens (a lot) I usually mute and put on the CC.

    • @carlavandepas2344
      @carlavandepas2344 8 місяців тому

      Is acrylicglue the same as schoolglue? X

  • @vanessafarias3244
    @vanessafarias3244 Рік тому +255

    Gesso recipe: 1/4 cup of warm water, 1/8 of cup white school glue, enough corn starch/baby powder/plaster of Paris to get to thin pancake batter consistency, 1 tablespoon of white acrylic paint. Thank you!

    • @dilemmix
      @dilemmix Рік тому +5

      Thanks for that, Vanessa!

    • @juanaursua
      @juanaursua Рік тому +2

      ❤❤

    • @MyName-zd9pe
      @MyName-zd9pe 11 місяців тому +1

      Will clear acrylic paint work too? Thanks. 🙏🏻✝️🇺🇸

    • @tangokaleidos1926
      @tangokaleidos1926 10 місяців тому +5

      y@@MyName-zd9pe yes, it is only the acrylic that is necessary. Acrylic's purpose is a very strong glue.

    • @dellkelly278
      @dellkelly278 8 місяців тому +3

      Thank you so easy and so much cheaper than bought gesso.

  • @vintagelady1
    @vintagelady1 2 роки тому +58

    You aren't just the queen of DIY, you're the queen of MIY--Make It Yourself. Thanks, your instructions are always so clear & concise--you don't babble on and on and on without ever getting down to the information, like some UA-camrs, you are just pleasant and informative. And creative!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +4

      You are so welcome! Thanks so much for the compliment. I really appreciate it

    • @sherise_2020
      @sherise_2020 Рік тому +2

      She’s amazing that’s for sure

    • @Bluejay468
      @Bluejay468 7 місяців тому

      I agree.

  • @user-dy2zk6uc1n
    @user-dy2zk6uc1n 4 місяці тому +6

    You saved my day! Your recipe was superb. As a new painter and learning so much from people like you. Every penny saved earns a recycled canvas. Thanks a billion paintings!

  • @jeanclark1815
    @jeanclark1815 2 роки тому +3

    As always...Thank you, Deidre for sharing your knowledge!!! Appreciate you so much!!!

  • @abjealva
    @abjealva 11 місяців тому

    You always have the easiest, most affordable, making it with things you have around the house.......... recipes!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you, you are the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @cyndieastland2190
    @cyndieastland2190 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for all your videos on DIY’s. I’m new to this world and you make me want to get off the couch and get crafting. Your so informative and your videos are very well crafted as well. I truly enjoy watching them. Thank you for all your time and effort in posting your videos keep them coming and we all will DIY the world together!
    CE

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much for the compliment Cyndi! I really appreciate all your support

  • @rhiannakirkland4791
    @rhiannakirkland4791 Рік тому +2

    Thank you!!! My art teacher taught us how to make our own primer. And I couldn’t remember how! I knew glue & white paint. But couldn’t remember if water was needed, & I couldn’t remember the potions. Thank you!!

  • @marthajones1506
    @marthajones1506 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for sharing that recipe!

  • @IshanDeston
    @IshanDeston Рік тому +37

    Don't use cornstarch! Gesso is supposed to keep the paint from rotting through your canvas, especially when you paint with oil. A lot of bacteria will eat through the oil and sooner or later the fibers of the canvas. Using cornstarch means the bacteria will simply consume that as well.. and in a few years your paintings need to be send for restoration. You want to use gypsum, because its absorben, but doesn't get eaten by the bacteria and fungi that will eat through oil and such. Sure you can get away with talcum powder (Baby Powder is usually just talcum with added perfume), but gypsum is used for a reason. The PVA will not protect the canvas if you use cornstarch. Maybe for Acrylic painting you can use cornstarch, but i would advise against that! If you do oil or water colors.

    • @slippersmomma
      @slippersmomma Рік тому +1

      Where can you get gypsum?
      I live near white sand dunes that are made up of gypsum sand. Very clean. Can that be used?

    • @IshanDeston
      @IshanDeston Рік тому +7

      @@slippersmomma You can get gypsum in any hardware store where its called Plaster of Paris.
      Gypsum is also sold as hardening agent for Portlant Cement, so your local hardware store should definitely have gypsum in some form or another. Just ask one of the clerks, they should be able to point you to it.
      Drywall compound should also work, as Drywall is usually made from Gypsum Boards.
      Gypsum is formed in marine environments where water evaporates, so it is possible your sand would work, but i never tried that and i don't know if additional processing steps would be needed. I would imagine that it would still need to be ground down? I dunno, about that.
      Oh and any Art store probably can also hook you up with gypsum.

    • @slippersmomma
      @slippersmomma Рік тому

      @@IshanDeston
      thank you!!

    • @yolandagofigure
      @yolandagofigure 9 місяців тому

      What about adding salt to it??

    • @IshanDeston
      @IshanDeston 9 місяців тому +2

      @@yolandagofigure Never tried that. Talcum is readily available via Baby Powder and or from the Hardware store. Don't see the reason to risk it with salt. But you would have to really dissolve it in the liquid. which is probably problematic.

  • @karenhennessey-smithers2188
    @karenhennessey-smithers2188 2 роки тому +4

    Loved this ! What a great money saver ! Thank you !

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Karen

  • @neverwares
    @neverwares 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant! Thanks so much!

  • @micheleohmer4117
    @micheleohmer4117 2 роки тому +8

    Deidra🌷I am so excited you are almost at 100k, you work very hard and your content shows. I love seeing someone sharing their talent and in their element! Gesso is expensive, way to make it a bargain DIY!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you so much Michele!! I surpassed yesterday! It is a mazing accomplishment but most importantly I love sharing my crafting ideas with friends

  • @Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living
    @Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living 3 місяці тому +2

    Thank you for sharing this! I want to paint on cardboard but I needed gesso, but I didn’t want to spend the money on it to paint on cardboard. This is a cheaper alternative. Thanks!

  • @nirateller5603
    @nirateller5603 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing this recipe with us.

  • @elizabethjarrett8473
    @elizabethjarrett8473 2 роки тому +1

    So good to know as a new user of canvas. Thanks so much !!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Elizabeth

  • @aminahisrael5939
    @aminahisrael5939 2 роки тому

    Thank up very much, I was just going to look for that recipe.

  • @anoushkagw7376
    @anoushkagw7376 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for your super efficient and very helpful tutorials ! A big hug from France & Swizerland 😊

  • @retroredo9850
    @retroredo9850 2 роки тому

    Ive wanted to know that too! Thanks!

  • @amyholderness8142
    @amyholderness8142 Рік тому

    Cool. Can't wait to try this. Thank you!

  • @supercoolllama
    @supercoolllama Рік тому

    Great tutorial!

  • @rainforme1850
    @rainforme1850 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing. I’m always interested in saving money.

  • @sharonjohnson4769
    @sharonjohnson4769 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for sharing that great tip 💙

  • @marciakessler1911
    @marciakessler1911 2 роки тому +1

    I so agree vintagelady! You are the Queen of MIY!! Thanks Deirdre for saving us $$ and sharing your knowledge with all us wanabees!!❤Marcia

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      Well thanks so much for the compliment Marcia! I really appreciate it :)

  • @grandmacricut6405
    @grandmacricut6405 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for this Recipe.

  • @LadyJP6969
    @LadyJP6969 Рік тому

    Excellent!!! Thanks for sharing.

  • @jamieann4039
    @jamieann4039 2 роки тому

    Thanks so much for a great video!!

  • @nirateller5603
    @nirateller5603 Рік тому

    Thank you so much. Finally, I get to know what gesso is and how it's used.

  • @slsupti1923
    @slsupti1923 10 місяців тому

    Thank youuuuuuu so much 💗
    It's very helpful and budget friendly 😊

  • @ChesneyAdventures
    @ChesneyAdventures Рік тому

    Thank you so much!!!!

  • @ProspectorsGhost
    @ProspectorsGhost Рік тому +7

    Or add Black acrylic paint instead of white if you decide you want a black background such as when painting a night or outerspace type paintings.

  • @rebornhome
    @rebornhome 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the recipe- I always wondered what Gesso was used for.

  • @karmenkrafts496
    @karmenkrafts496 Рік тому

    Thank you for adding to my kreative mind, respect for the share and tips...

  • @panacheluxury4262
    @panacheluxury4262 Рік тому +1

    I ran across your video in search of a way to make Gesso for an up coming project. I have everything and will be making some. Thank you for helping everyone save some coins!

  • @doggiemama7192
    @doggiemama7192 2 роки тому

    Another fantastic how to.

  • @stizelswik3694
    @stizelswik3694 7 місяців тому

    WOW.. Thank you! This will save us all a LOT of money!!! Also, it's almost the same recipe I use for making my clay! lol THANK YOU!!!

  • @tlbriggs2662
    @tlbriggs2662 Рік тому

    Thank you, Thank you!!!
    I really needed this Recipe.
    You are the Hero of my Day.
    Again, thank you!😁

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  Рік тому +1

      So glad it was helpful for you!

    • @tlbriggs2662
      @tlbriggs2662 Рік тому

      I literally made and used it, yesterday!*
      Agsin, thank you!

  • @sonjahickmon5203
    @sonjahickmon5203 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much! Others said to use baby powder, which I do not like to use. But I found you, yay!!! And I made my gesso.❤

  • @thetipsyrabbit5758
    @thetipsyrabbit5758 Рік тому

    Your's is the most useful DIY channel....so many great ideas and $$$ saving hacks.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  Рік тому

      So glad you’re enjoying and you’re finding lots of great contact I appreciate the support

  • @wesleymcfarlane9612
    @wesleymcfarlane9612 3 місяці тому

    thanks for the down to earth info .

  • @theoldsonso
    @theoldsonso 2 роки тому

    OMGoodness This video was SO helpful!!!

  • @kellyfines7922
    @kellyfines7922 9 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for a concise and easy to follow recipe! I've been looking for a good one, and this is perfect! You have another new subscriber, thank you! ❤

  • @taramarion3301
    @taramarion3301 Рік тому

    Great idea!

  • @enough1494
    @enough1494 6 місяців тому

    I make assemblages, gesso is key, so happy I found you. I am a recycle queen too!
    Merry Christmas to you all! 🎄🙏💕

  • @jo-em_official
    @jo-em_official 5 місяців тому

    Thank you ❤❤❤

  • @aliciajohnson8367
    @aliciajohnson8367 5 місяців тому

    Trying this for an oil painting! I’ll update for how it goes

  • @francerosemarie7
    @francerosemarie7 4 місяці тому +1

    you're awesome!!!! thank you, I thought I was only learning how to make gesso, but you also showed us how to make our own stickers too. I love to learn new useful things, thank you dear Deidre xo 👏👍

  • @Anthony-gq7dk
    @Anthony-gq7dk 2 місяці тому

    you are amazing , well done , super tips and money saving methods , thank you so much

  • @yolandagofigure
    @yolandagofigure 9 місяців тому +1

    Ty

  • @denisewalters7312
    @denisewalters7312 9 місяців тому

    this was great thankyou

  • @kashmirimominireland
    @kashmirimominireland 7 місяців тому

    Amazing sharing

  • @tamannatabassum9543
    @tamannatabassum9543 8 місяців тому

    Good tutorial.Thank you

  • @Paintingtube
    @Paintingtube 10 місяців тому

    Smart 👍🏼thank you 🙏🏼

  • @chucky6367
    @chucky6367 Рік тому +2

    I've always used baby powder, it smells so nice!

  • @hanhvuong8898
    @hanhvuong8898 5 місяців тому

    Thanks a lot😊

  • @dawnfield683
    @dawnfield683 Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @s.kverma1972
    @s.kverma1972 11 місяців тому

    Its my first visit to your fantastic channel.what i wanted, i got here! a simple but an effective' Homemade- Gesso'.. thanks 🙂

  • @mariapgarrett
    @mariapgarrett Місяць тому

    Great tutorial

  • @vickiharrison7276
    @vickiharrison7276 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing

  • @paulastrong7571
    @paulastrong7571 2 роки тому

    That's great 👍

  • @janettepolt2815
    @janettepolt2815 7 місяців тому

    thanks!

  • @thanaahassan7928
    @thanaahassan7928 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for this valuable video ❤

  • @rachelwren-vipond6029
    @rachelwren-vipond6029 4 місяці тому

    Thanks

  • @Tustyschannel
    @Tustyschannel 22 дні тому

    thanks

  • @klouise2800
    @klouise2800 Рік тому +2

    I should have known that you would have a video when I was looking for homemade lessor recipes :). I have just started painting on canvas and have just been priming with white paint but of course knew it should be primed with gesso. Thank you, thank you for your homemade recipe as I do not want to spend lots of money for my new hobby. You are awesome! Happy New Year

  • @jude1515
    @jude1515 3 місяці тому

    Great video.

  • @tinepangemanan7595
    @tinepangemanan7595 3 місяці тому

    Wonderful

  • @celestialstorybooks
    @celestialstorybooks Рік тому

    Such a great video! Just saved me lots of $$. Just subscribed, keep up the great ideas!

  • @xxsecretdreamerzxx
    @xxsecretdreamerzxx 4 місяці тому

    Tysm. Im trying to make notebooks from toilet paper rolls. i just watched a video about gesso and wanted to make my own. Your video has everything i have to get started. Except ill be trying with arrowroot powder since i have a large bag that has expired.

  • @thelonelydesk4273
    @thelonelydesk4273 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for the video. Being organic, will the cornstarch rot or go bad eventually and affect the painting over the years?

  • @anxliety3346
    @anxliety3346 8 місяців тому

    Clear glue works as well!

  • @sallyrivers3682
    @sallyrivers3682 7 місяців тому

    years ago I was taught to make gesso with rabbit skin glue and "Whiting" which i think is chalk,,, this is much easier! Iam allergic to corn, so think I will use talc, thank you.

  • @TheStigma
    @TheStigma Рік тому +7

    Nice recipe. I don't do art painting, but I will give this a go for finishing objects of porous materials.
    I think I would be a little hesitant to use corn starch just because it's organic and could increase the likelihood of microorganisms breaking down the material over time. Starch is chemically one step away from being sugar, so with moisture it's going to be potential food for a lot of stuff.
    If the powder is mainly to dial in the consistency then might I suggest chalk? Maybe it's not a common household item, but it's cheap and has been used in paints throughout history for it's pigment and good adhesion properties, so I imagine it would fit in well in this composition.

    • @slippersmomma
      @slippersmomma Рік тому +1

      Some people use talc.

    • @deborahruggiero4192
      @deborahruggiero4192 6 місяців тому

      I use chalk and love the consistency and surface it provides. How does the corn starch hold up over time?

    • @katella
      @katella 4 місяці тому

      I get a box of Yeso from the hardware store, cement department. Can be mixed with just water. Normally used to plug up old nail holes in walls. Costa about a dollar for a year's worth of gesso.

  • @zacknightsm.s.progress9350
    @zacknightsm.s.progress9350 Рік тому

    new subscriber, I appreciate your content. have a blessed day

  • @hansdegroot8549
    @hansdegroot8549 2 роки тому

    Great recipe. Need to try it out. Thanks for sharing.

  • @rebekkad.2092
    @rebekkad.2092 2 роки тому

    I loved this video! Sometimes I lose interest because it goes too slow. You clipped along at a fast pace and I really appreciated that.

    • @alinedeleandro123
      @alinedeleandro123 2 роки тому +1

      Rebekka D. You can speed up the videos by clicking on the 3 vertical dots at the top right of your screen and select "speed". On a laptop/tablet select the wheel and then the speed selection.

    • @geralyn-mm
      @geralyn-mm 2 роки тому +1

      @@alinedeleandro123 great tip!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed. Time is precious so I really like being to the point!

  • @Kerbeygrip
    @Kerbeygrip 5 місяців тому

    Interesting. You can make your own tinted gesso to take down the canvass colour, saving paint on those first layers.

  • @sherrymcsherry2984
    @sherrymcsherry2984 2 роки тому +1

    What an amazing tip. Question for you... I use a lot of barn wood for crafting and I just purchased a bunch of your lovely graphics. Rather than using white or another color of paint, will this Gesso help my painting techniques on the barn wood, helping to smooth out the grain a bit?

  • @leslie3771
    @leslie3771 5 місяців тому +1

    Do you let the Gesso dry on the canvas before painting? Obviously I am a beginner. LOVE THE HINT ABOUT labels.

  • @CarlWinter-oy8uf
    @CarlWinter-oy8uf 5 місяців тому

    Really easy thankyou --what does "color pop " mean

  • @BillizMuzic
    @BillizMuzic Рік тому

    Warm water gonna make plaster Paris set up.

  • @user-dy2zk6uc1n
    @user-dy2zk6uc1n 4 місяці тому

    Recycled all my paint by number paintings by turning them over, applied 2 coats of gesso, sanded then lightly misted the canvas, applied 1 coat of medium and white cheap dollar store paint, now I am ready to create art! I love my new hobby. Thanks everyone!

  • @cyndy-synchrotherapybishop2453

    Awesome thx
    Dam glad for the video as that is the thinnest pancake batter I have ever seen!!! If not for the video, my gesso mix would have had to be baked in the oven as scones.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @therealtiki
    @therealtiki Місяць тому

    do you have a video for making matte medium? its so expensive at micheals! love your videos!

  • @leeojascastro711
    @leeojascastro711 Рік тому +6

    May I make a suggestion? For people who are covering large canvases, use house paint instead of acrylic to mix into your gesso mixture, it’s much cheaper!

  • @nancylourose
    @nancylourose Рік тому

    Most baby powder is scented corn starch

  • @nikkiejones4606
    @nikkiejones4606 Рік тому

    Hi, thank you for sharing! Does this work as a primer on glass jars please ? Thank you xx

  • @andreagreff2316
    @andreagreff2316 9 місяців тому

    Thank you! Do you have the recipe to make a whole jar full?

  • @StrongandWomanly
    @StrongandWomanly 3 місяці тому

    This is SOOOO much cheaper than those ones that use PVA Primer. I don't even know why that would cost less than premade! Thank you so much.

  • @sandieyule1644
    @sandieyule1644 Рік тому +1

    what is the difference between Gesso and Mod Podge.? Thanks for all your awesome advice!!!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  Рік тому

      Good question! Mod Podge Vs Gesso: Differences and Similarities
      One of the main differences between gesso and Mod Podge is the fact that one is a primer intended to be used as a layer of smoothness and strength for a surface, while the other is an adhesive that also doubles as a sealer for your craft projects.

  • @jennynordin2730
    @jennynordin2730 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for another great video. In the US baby powder is corn starch, not talc so just use corn starch because it is way cheaper.

  • @nolaclayton9751
    @nolaclayton9751 8 місяців тому

    Just beginning to learn to paint. Trying acrylics...and just learned about gesso. Love that it can easily be made at home. Can you mix it up and use it later? How long is it good for after mixing?

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  8 місяців тому

      Yes you can! Store in air tight container will last a couple weeks

  • @mr.hoppelelefant2350
    @mr.hoppelelefant2350 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the short informative video. Wouldn't it be easier to premix the starch with water or is it because you anyway need to add more to reach the desired consistency?

  • @rebeccadees2300
    @rebeccadees2300 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your video. Can you use this on cardboard when making crafts?

  • @davidmarsh959
    @davidmarsh959 11 місяців тому

    BRILLIANT THANKS XXXX DEBBIE XXXXX UK XX

  • @lalagamma4452
    @lalagamma4452 2 роки тому

    Excellent DIY Gesso and clear stickers!! Do you have a recipe for clear gesso? 🐞💖

  • @sandracapps5543
    @sandracapps5543 11 місяців тому

    I would put the recipe on the jar, as well.

  • @yolandagofigure
    @yolandagofigure 9 місяців тому +1

    I need to make it thicker so I'm assuming add more corn starch

  • @zimamup
    @zimamup 4 місяці тому

    Thanks a lot for sharing this recipe. One question, since I am not quite positive what you mean by school glue, could you use the wood glue instead? It seems to be of the same consistency. Thanks a lot.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  4 місяці тому

      Use a PVA glue wood glue would not work well

  • @debiegordon3787
    @debiegordon3787 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, this is great thanQ🌷
    What are the chances u have a RECIPE for FABRIC MEDIUM?? Ive quite a few outdoor cushions & pillows I'll be painting! Medium keeps the fabric soft & is generally mixed ratio 50/50... can be quite costly😝Any suggestions or tricks u have up ur sleeve are MOST WELCOME😁😁😁

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      I have never made that might have to look into it!