I saw a comment on another channel, and the guy was saying (thru professional experience as a faux finisher) to store the paint cans upside down, and then when you’re ready to use it, roll it back and forth on the floor (on its side), like 10 times - the length of your arm, back and forth, and it should be mixed well, without the need for stirring. ❤
Very helpful Lisa😁 I bought some awhile back and I flip the can upside down one day and then upright the next ect. I haven't checked lately( I have been too busy to paint🤨) but I'm hoping that helps incorporate it😁
Hi Lisa & Bloopers! I just rewatched this because I’m about to go decant my Glidden pillow paint for the first time. I know Lisa mentioned that cold temperatures thicken things faster. Do you (or anyone) happen to know the role of humidity in this process? I live in the mountains in Colorado and even when it’s cold in winter our humidity is notoriously low. It’s about 15% right now my basement art studio is around 58 degrees. Just wondering how this might impact the timeline for decanting and if it’s still safe to leave the cups open overnight.
Hi Lisa. 😊Thank you so much for all that you share. You are a delight! I appreciate you. Question" I am new to all of this and getting ready to purchase a house paint for my pillow. In researching, I have seen several articles stating that house paint will not be a long lasting (it usually lasts around 10 years) so, not archival quality, so pieces won't last for decades. I'm not assuming I'll be a famous artist,😅 but have you heard of this issue before, and do you have any thoughts on this? Thank you so much for taking the time. You are an inspiration. ❤
I've heard that too, but haven't seen where anyone has really researched it🤷♀. I think it's more of a fading issue than chipping or crazing, so protecting it when it's completely cured with a good clear coat would be key. But you're right, I wish there was an answer for us non-famous artists😉 Who can afford that high quality stuff when you have to use so much of it!
Honestly. At 35.00 to 60.00 per gallon for house paints, you can get archival quality paints for barely 20% more. Personally, I think if you are using house paint as a base and covering it with good quality acrylic art paints, it shouldn’t matter because the pillow is covered. Besides, an exterior 100% acrylic paint has UV protection and most now have a lifetime warranty so I don’t think there’s much to worry about. I say spend the extra 10 or 20 dollars and use a good quality professional acrylic.
Excellent information. Could you do the same thing with the Color To Go paints? I’m finding the green cans that everyone uses for the white base is way too thick. When they make Tricorn Black for me it’s beautiful. No problem at all and I love the results. Do you know what can be done to thin it out? Very frustrating. Thanks for your help.
I've been watching all your videos for almost a year. I even talked to you once in one of the Facebook groups got your recipes all the exact ingredients you told me to get specifically and I completely screwed up. I have lupus and weak hands so I mixed my pillow paint thoroughly and put that into separate plastic bottles so it would be easier and less heavy for my hands to pour my pillow. Then I got too much anxiety about screwing up the bloom and let them sit for too long and now my pillow paint is too thick. Can I add either water or josana to thin out my pillow a little bit or will that ruin the whole thing? 😭
May I ask what paint you use for a color pillow? Thank you
Merci beaucoup , je vais essayer de recommencer avec vos bon conseils
I saw a comment on another channel, and the guy was saying (thru professional experience as a faux finisher) to store the paint cans upside down, and then when you’re ready to use it, roll it back and forth on the floor (on its side), like 10 times - the length of your arm, back and forth, and it should be mixed well, without the need for stirring. ❤
Very helpful Lisa😁 I bought some awhile back and I flip the can upside down one day and then upright the next ect. I haven't checked lately( I have been too busy to paint🤨) but I'm hoping that helps incorporate it😁
I do that also. It helps immensely
YES! 👍🏼
Thank you most helpful
I’m glad!
This was so helpful. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you!
You're welcome!
God I love you! It's like you made this video with me in mind. Thank you so much!
Excellent info! Thank you for doing this!
Thanks for your info one question I have is how to thin out if to thick?
Very informative. Thank you.
Thank you Lisa 😊
Are you still using eggshell in the SW color to go?
Lisa this was so helpful! You are so fun to watch. Your artwork is absolutely beautiful❣ eventually I hope I will get a successful bloom
This is helpful to know Lisa…thank you! How long can the individual paint cups stay open, stirring regularly of course (days, weeks)?
Hi, I'm in Australia and we don't have this brand. Is this wall paint low sheen water based or oil based?
Hi Lisa & Bloopers!
I just rewatched this because I’m about to go decant my Glidden pillow paint for the first time.
I know Lisa mentioned that cold temperatures thicken things faster.
Do you (or anyone) happen to know the role of humidity in this process? I live in the mountains in Colorado and even when it’s cold in winter our humidity is notoriously low. It’s about 15% right now my basement art studio is around 58 degrees. Just wondering how this might impact the timeline for decanting and if it’s still safe to leave the cups open overnight.
Hi Lisa. 😊Thank you so much for all that you share. You are a delight! I appreciate you. Question" I am new to all of this and getting ready to purchase a house paint for my pillow. In researching, I have seen several articles stating that house paint will not be a long lasting (it usually lasts around 10 years) so, not archival quality, so pieces won't last for decades. I'm not assuming I'll be a famous artist,😅 but have you heard of this issue before, and do you have any thoughts on this? Thank you so much for taking the time. You are an inspiration. ❤
I've heard that too, but haven't seen where anyone has really researched it🤷♀. I think it's more of a fading issue than chipping or crazing, so protecting it when it's completely cured with a good clear coat would be key. But you're right, I wish there was an answer for us non-famous artists😉 Who can afford that high quality stuff when you have to use so much of it!
Honestly. At 35.00 to 60.00 per gallon for house paints, you can get archival quality paints for barely 20% more. Personally, I think if you are using house paint as a base and covering it with good quality acrylic art paints, it shouldn’t matter because the pillow is covered. Besides, an exterior 100% acrylic paint has UV protection and most now have a lifetime warranty so I don’t think there’s much to worry about. I say spend the extra 10 or 20 dollars and use a good quality professional acrylic.
Excellent information. Could you do the same thing with the Color To Go paints? I’m finding the green cans that everyone uses for the white base is way too thick. When they make Tricorn Black for me it’s beautiful. No problem at all and I love the results. Do you know what can be done to thin it out? Very frustrating. Thanks for your help.
I have the exact same issue! And there are a ton of bubbles that haven’t disappeared from the paint, even after 6 months.
me too
Thanks for the tips, I have had home depot shake & it's like duh Melissa. #stirnotshaken 😆 luv your channel ❤️ 💖 🤍
I love you LISA ♥️Yep don't shake my paint 🏃🏼♀️😂..
😂
So you just use straight paint with no additives?
For the base paint
I've been watching all your videos for almost a year. I even talked to you once in one of the Facebook groups got your recipes all the exact ingredients you told me to get specifically and I completely screwed up. I have lupus and weak hands so I mixed my pillow paint thoroughly and put that into separate plastic bottles so it would be easier and less heavy for my hands to pour my pillow. Then I got too much anxiety about screwing up the bloom and let them sit for too long and now my pillow paint is too thick. Can I add either water or josana to thin out my pillow a little bit or will that ruin the whole thing? 😭
Hi! Don’t worry 😆 you can add some water or us flo. Try water first!
@@lisamarvinart thank you so much!!!!!
Very helpful. It’s strange how it doesn’t get a skin on top. 🥰🇦🇺