This is brilliant! It was the first method I looked at and I went on to look at many others, all of which were unnecessarily complicated and expensive. I've just been out to my studio and prepared a handful of boards in a very short time. Thank you!
This is exactly what I needed for my DIY projects! I need different sizes of canvas than what can be found in stores, this is easy and you explain it so simply. THANK YOU!!!!
Great tutorial! I've been making my own boards for years and they work very well and give one a great feeling of satisfaction. One thing though, I would worry about the back...a beautiful masterpiece with a messy back?? Before I glue the fabric to the board, I draw the outline of the board in pencil on the fabric, then with a rule, measure another 1 and 1/2" border in pencil all round the edge of the board outline and cut along the outer edges. Then apply PVA glue (much cheaper than gesso) to the board, line it up with its outline on the fabric, apply glue to the overlapping fabric edges, fold back and make sure the corners are glued down securely and...and there you have a beautiful neat board ready to be primed! And no shame when a potential buyer looks at the back :-) I hope that helps, happy painting!
@@swethar9724 hi there! Cut your board to desired size. Masure the canvas to same size but allow 2" border around edges. Use pva glue to glue fabric to board. Happy painting.
@@phylvalen9991 Can you use white acrylic paint to coat the board and cloth? Please reply. I'm doing a project at the University of Arts in New York! ☺
That was my thought too -- does she actually sell these as finished paintings? Or perhaps they're just for her plein air and initial concepts for later finished pieces on higher quality supports. I've always been warned to use the best quality materials I can afford if I want to attract real collectors.
PRO TIP: Instead of coating the board first, coat the muslin. It also helps to use a spray bottle filled with water to moisten the muslin first. Then coat the panel. Doing it this way will insure that the gesso will defiantly adhere itself to the panel very, very well. Use a squeegee to flatten and pull the air bubble underneath out of the muslin and spread the cloth evenly. I do not know why you use PVA glue on one side and not the other... makes no sense at all. I use PVA glue instead of gesso to begin with. PVA seals the panel and muslin to be more archival. Then put any ground overtop. If you are painting with oils, then coating over gesso with acrylic is not recommended. Delamination problems pop up in the distant future. If you are going to paint acrylics, it does not matter.
@@katherineyg5013 I myself use cotton 600 count for a smooth finish, but there is a huge difference between muslin and linen- for one, Muslin is a cotton fabric of plain weave of Bangladesh and Linen is a textile made from spun flax fiber. The Flax fiber does not degrade as cotton does, has a higher fiber content and is not prone moisture as much as cotton. For this reason it is considered much more archival.
I cover ply, craftboard and masonite up to 4ft by 3ft and even bigger. I stop it warping by painting the back in a cross and or using wooden battons. I have also clamped them between two study plywood panels when touch dry with good success.
FudgeandCheese Hi, Yes I cover the canvas in gesso. I generally use canvas and not muslin. If you make the boards more than 90cmx120cm it is a good idea to brace them on the back with some dressed pine.
Firefly Eloise Thank you so much for your response. I made some today using pine plywood > Elmer's carpenter glue > canvas > layer of gesso (Daler Rowney) > layer of acrylic primer (household type). Everything looks great so far! I can't wait to use it.
Jaclyn. Just before the glue is completely dry, remove the ragged edge at the back, using a craft-knife guided by a straight-edge. Cut through to the board. Peel off the ragged edges. Then cover the back with a piece of inexpensive watercolour paper, glued over the canvas edges. This also equalises the 'stretch' and helps to stop the board buckling as the canvas dries. I hope that helps you.
Many thanks for this video, so very helpful. I have just finished an oil painting on box canvas. I have quite a bit of unwanted area and I want to remove it from the stretcher and stick it to MDF board. Do you prime the MDF? Also what glue do you use to stick the canvas onto the MDF? I have heard that you should use an ACID FREE PVA (do you have a make you could recommend?. Once again, thank you for taking the time to share this.
Thanks best instructional vid, I'm just setting up painting workshop holiday business and this will be a cheaper and easy option for my students to take on painting trips thanks again brilliant x
Thanks for sharing this amazing idea, I have two questions, which kind of fabric I can use for it? And what is the name of this glue that you used for back of canvas?!
This is a great video for making my own art boards. I’ve only used ready-made canvases. I am looking to make different size canvases instead of the average size. More long horizontal paintings. I am not familiar with the color Pale Umber. Is there such a color or is there a color similar to this to the Pale Umber? Thanks
What kind of cloth did you use? Any specification or requirement for the cloth? And I wonder if I could make large size of canvas board (like 30x40 inches or a bit larger) this way?
You need to put a sealer on the board before the gesso...This board can warp......What is the brand name of the Pale Umber......and where can I order it from? Thanks
As long as you treat the back in the same way as the front, it will not warp. In other words, if you use gesso on the face, treat the back with gesso after the front has dried.
@@kbaxterpackwood I wouldn't use buckram. It's too stiff and glossy. Also cardboard backing is a terrible idea, since it will warp easily, absorb moisture (tending to go mouldy) and will likely be acidic which will damage the painting over time.
@@Auriflamme ...and if course it will bend if not handled properly. I have also used thick sheets of grey mounting board which I cut to size. It has given very firm boards and thus far they haven't warped. Instead of gesso to glue the fabric I use PVA glue.(Unbleached calico / curtain lining or artist's canvas) also make a great surface to paint on which I purchased at fabric stores eg Global Textiles and are very inexpensive. If you wish to frame your work, just ensure you cut the boards according to standard frame sizes which can be purchased as is, otherwise framing can be expensive. Happy painting!
Why didn't you show that the backside should also be covered with brown Kraft paper to prevent warping and also give the panel a neat finised look Also before using the panel it is good to just lightly rub the surface with fine grit sandpaper to get rid of the rough paint nibs which can wear down expensive hog hair brushes. 🙏
I have tried and am still experimenting with methods to get this job done. There are many ways. So far, I ound that: 1.Gesso in the role of glue is not so effective as PVA glue which is also a lot cheaper. 2.Gesso can be tinted with a little cheap acrylic colour according to need. 3.There is no need to fold the cloth round back of board, just trim with craft knife when glue has thoroughly dried. 4.I can visit needlecraft shop and select any material with texture I need, linen for preference but why not polyester which should be even more archival as it is plastic? Gesso it though. 5.I bought a role of canvas textured stiff polyester sheet from China, it is more rigid than any cloth but is also non absorbent so a water based glue like PVA may not be suitable. Still thinking about how to glue it to board, maybe not mount it to a board at all? But would it stay flat? Don't know at moment. Maybe double sided tape? 6.Have used PVA to glue watercolour paper to board then two coats of gesso, if painting watercolour then no gesso, I think this would be very archival. 7.Bending of MDF board is much reduced by using a builders clear water based penetrating sealant on backside, this totally keeps moisture out too so would be more archival. 8.MDF board is available ready coated with plastic foil on one side, so saving sealing when used on back, found this in specialist store serving kitchen furniture makers in huge sheets which they will cut to specification. 9. I use an old credit card to spread glue and smooth out cloth. Very durable and washable between applications. So many potential ways to get this job done according to individual preference and materials available.
This is brilliant! It was the first method I looked at and I went on to look at many others, all of which were unnecessarily complicated and expensive. I've just been out to my studio and prepared a handful of boards in a very short time. Thank you!
This is exactly what I needed for my DIY projects! I need different sizes of canvas than what can be found in stores, this is easy and you explain it so simply. THANK YOU!!!!
Great tutorial! I've been making my own boards for years and they work very well and give one a great feeling of satisfaction. One thing though, I would worry about the back...a beautiful masterpiece with a messy back?? Before I glue the fabric to the board, I draw the outline of the board in pencil on the fabric, then with a rule, measure another 1 and 1/2" border in pencil all round the edge of the board outline and cut along the outer edges. Then apply PVA glue (much cheaper than gesso) to the board, line it up with its outline on the fabric, apply glue to the overlapping fabric edges, fold back and make sure the corners are glued down securely and...and there you have a beautiful neat board ready to be primed! And no shame when a potential buyer looks at the back :-) I hope that helps, happy painting!
How you preparing boards, pls explain
@@swethar9724 hi there! Cut your board to desired size. Masure the canvas to same size but allow 2" border around edges. Use pva glue to glue fabric to board. Happy painting.
@@phylvalen9991
Can you use white acrylic paint to coat the board and cloth?
Please reply. I'm doing a project at the University of Arts in New York! ☺
@@libchute2194 Ask your teacher. I think that would be an expensive solution though.
That was my thought too -- does she actually sell these as finished paintings? Or perhaps they're just for her plein air and initial concepts for later finished pieces on higher quality supports. I've always been warned to use the best quality materials I can afford if I want to attract real collectors.
PRO TIP: Instead of coating the board first, coat the muslin. It also helps to use a spray bottle filled with water to moisten the muslin first. Then coat the panel. Doing it this way will insure that the gesso will defiantly adhere itself to the panel very, very well. Use a squeegee to flatten and pull the air bubble underneath out of the muslin and spread the cloth evenly. I do not know why you use PVA glue on one side and not the other... makes no sense at all. I use PVA glue instead of gesso to begin with. PVA seals the panel and muslin to be more archival. Then put any ground overtop. If you are painting with oils, then coating over gesso with acrylic is not recommended. Delamination problems pop up in the distant future. If you are going to paint acrylics, it does not matter.
Thanks for your tip. Very useful. I have seen other videos using PVA glue instead of gesso on the board. I will try your way to create the canvas.
As for the cloth, i believe any texture cloth similar to muslin should work. I will try my abandoned bed sheets.
@@katherineyg5013 I myself use cotton 600 count for a smooth finish, but there is a huge difference between muslin and linen- for one, Muslin is a cotton fabric of plain weave of Bangladesh and Linen is a textile made from spun flax fiber. The Flax fiber does not degrade as cotton does, has a higher fiber content and is not prone moisture as much as cotton. For this reason it is considered much more archival.
This tutorial was spot on .. very well done .. and thank you for making it easy to follow .. 👍
Thank you so much for this video. I've made a few panels now using these steps and they are great.
Wowww! That was soooo good and simple, clear and succinct, thank you, Haidee Jo Summers!!!
Great idea. I saw this video some time ago and bought the muslin and board - then I couldn't find the video again. Can't wait to try this.
Have you made some? How did they go
I cover ply, craftboard and masonite up to 4ft by 3ft and even bigger. I stop it warping by painting the back in a cross and or using wooden battons. I have also clamped them between two study plywood panels when touch dry with good success.
I cover boards with linen, cotton duck and also damask, and polyester etc.
Firefly Eloise Hi, do you use the gesso to cover them like in this demonstration? I have canvas but not the muslin (sp?) cloth.
FudgeandCheese Hi, Yes I cover the canvas in gesso. I generally use canvas and not muslin. If you make the boards more than 90cmx120cm it is a good idea to brace them on the back with some dressed pine.
Firefly Eloise Thank you so much for your response. I made some today using pine plywood > Elmer's carpenter glue > canvas > layer of gesso (Daler Rowney) > layer of acrylic primer (household type). Everything looks great so far! I can't wait to use it.
Nice idea and very well done! I think this is the Best way to make canvas panel boards...
wow ...very nice........thank you
This is fantastic and I love your artwork! Thank you so much for this tutorial!
Yes. Nice paintings.
This is a very inspiring video. Thank you so much and well done !
Wonderful tutorial especially liked the tip on the colored background. Thanks for sharing.
Thank so much for sharing with us how to make an easy canvas board for paintings I love it ❤😊
Good idea and very well done! Best way to make canvass panel boards!
dishsoapful brule Glad you enjoyed it :)
This is exactly what I needed, what a great resource this video is. Thanks for sharing!
I only wish she had shown how to finish the back.
Jaclyn. Just before the glue is completely dry, remove the ragged edge at the back, using a craft-knife guided by a straight-edge. Cut through to the board. Peel off the ragged edges. Then cover the back with a piece of inexpensive watercolour paper, glued over the canvas edges. This also equalises the 'stretch' and helps to stop the board buckling as the canvas dries. I hope that helps you.
Jazzwayze Wonderful, thank you very much!
Could you please make a list with the things you’re using, I don’t understand 😔
Many thanks for this video, so very helpful. I have just finished an oil painting on box canvas. I have quite a bit of unwanted area and I want to remove it from the stretcher and stick it to MDF board. Do you prime the MDF? Also what glue do you use to stick the canvas onto the MDF? I have heard that you should use an ACID FREE PVA (do you have a make you could recommend?. Once again, thank you for taking the time to share this.
Thanks best instructional vid, I'm just setting up painting workshop holiday business and this will be a cheaper and easy option for my students to take on painting trips thanks again brilliant x
can you please tell me the things you used in making the canvas.the list of things..plz
Ya
Wonder if a tinted Gesso for the final coat might be better for filling/smoothing (followed by 2000 grit paper)
I guess I will find out
Thanks for sharing this amazing idea, I have two questions, which kind of fabric I can use for it? And what is the name of this glue that you used for back of canvas?!
PVA glue
thanks for sharing, can I ask after I paint... Can I ask if I remove the canvas and put it to a frame
Thank You very much, its so informative and useful. can you please let us know what kind of ready made frame you have used to frame the art work.
How long should you let the acrylic undercoat dry before you paint on it?
This is a great video for making my own art boards. I’ve only used ready-made canvases. I am looking to make different size canvases instead of the average size. More long horizontal paintings. I am not familiar with the color Pale Umber. Is there such a color or is there a color similar to this to the Pale Umber? Thanks
Use any colour and adjust accordingly. Why not tint the gesso?
If I use cotton canvas, which is thicker, can I take this method to stick the fabric on the board ?
what type of muslin do I need.If I make bigger boards do I need thicker mdf. great idea
Making one's own boards is satisfying, I agree. But it does take a lot of time; time I could spend painting; when I'm not guitar-ing! Thanks for this.
What kind of cloth did you use? Any specification or requirement for the cloth? And I wonder if I could make large size of canvas board (like 30x40 inches or a bit larger) this way?
excellent demo...thanks And thumbs up!!
How does painting on the muslin compare with linen? Can you mount linen the same way?
Nice explaining and preparing
What type of muslin fabric was that? I can only find cheese cloth which has big holes
Plz name the materials which u used.. Plz plzzzxxxxzzzz
Thank you Haidee!very well done!⚘⚘⚘👍🏼👍🏼
what about larger boards? say 40inches by 30 inches? same process and no warping?
Hi Haidee ,, can you tell us where to buy muslin please ?
You need to put a sealer on the board before the gesso...This board can warp......What is the brand name of the Pale Umber......and where can I order it from? Thanks
As long as you treat the back in the same way as the front, it will not warp. In other words, if you use gesso on the face, treat the back with gesso after the front has dried.
What is the name of that tan undercoat? I think I see Galleria?
Can you please mention the paint name in the description box? Even better if you can link it on amazon. Thanks for the video
So helpful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
The best way of making canvas is by pasting bukram on cardboard
why bukram? Just asking as I have a roll I've yet to use.
@@kbaxterpackwood I wouldn't use buckram. It's too stiff and glossy. Also cardboard backing is a terrible idea, since it will warp easily, absorb moisture (tending to go mouldy) and will likely be acidic which will damage the painting over time.
@@Auriflamme ...and if course it will bend if not handled properly. I have also used thick sheets of grey mounting board which I cut to size. It has given very firm boards and thus far they haven't warped. Instead of gesso to glue the fabric I use PVA glue.(Unbleached calico / curtain lining or artist's canvas) also make a great surface to paint on which I purchased at fabric stores eg Global Textiles and are very inexpensive. If you wish to frame your work, just ensure you cut the boards according to standard frame sizes which can be purchased as is, otherwise framing can be expensive. Happy painting!
What over cloth material can I use for this project?
which primer is used here please tell me I am a beginner
What the paper u use in this canvas?,pls tell me .....
I just want to ask. What kind of fabric did you used?
I mean cloth. Haha thanks.
Excellent and very helpful tutorial :) Will share!
Thank you so much for this very worthy video content, keep up the good Work.. Godbless you
Whats that white thing called? Is that glue?
what did u apply on the board and then on the muslin fabric
Gesso primer
I was told MDF board should be sealed to prevent eventual warping, do not know if this is true or not.
How long will it last??
beautiful video, thank you!
can we use heatgun to dry the gesso ???
this is soooooooooooo brilliant idea.
and your painting are amazing 😍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
Could you use real wood instead of mdf? What kind?
+Arlissa Vaughn Any thin plywood would work.
Is the board masonite?
Can we do painting pouring in it?
What is the name of the cloth?
Why didn't you show that the backside should also be covered with brown Kraft paper to prevent warping and also give the panel a neat finised look
Also before using the panel it is good to just lightly rub the surface with fine grit sandpaper to get rid of the rough paint nibs which can wear down expensive hog hair brushes. 🙏
I have tried and am still experimenting with methods to get this job done. There are many ways.
So far, I ound that:
1.Gesso in the role of glue is not so effective as PVA glue which is also a lot cheaper.
2.Gesso can be tinted with a little cheap acrylic colour according to need.
3.There is no need to fold the cloth round back of board, just trim with craft knife when glue has thoroughly dried.
4.I can visit needlecraft shop and select any material with texture I need, linen for preference but why not polyester which should be even more archival as it is plastic? Gesso it though.
5.I bought a role of canvas textured stiff polyester sheet from China, it is more rigid than any cloth but is also non absorbent so a water based glue like PVA may not be suitable. Still thinking about how to glue it to board, maybe not mount it to a board at all? But would it stay flat? Don't know at moment. Maybe double sided tape?
6.Have used PVA to glue watercolour paper to board then two coats of gesso, if painting watercolour then no gesso, I think this would be very archival.
7.Bending of MDF board is much reduced by using a builders clear water based penetrating sealant on backside, this totally keeps moisture out too so would be more archival.
8.MDF board is available ready coated with plastic foil on one side, so saving sealing when used on back, found this in specialist store serving kitchen furniture makers in huge sheets which they will cut to specification.
9. I use an old credit card to spread glue and smooth out cloth. Very durable and washable between applications.
So many potential ways to get this job done according to individual preference and materials available.
Is this buckram?
what type of painting these are called like any name...
Very well done video! Thank you.
Which bottle colour squeeze on canvas, colour name?
You can use acrylic artist paint. I think that bottle is winsor and Newton galleria acrylic paint
Love the video! It was just what I was looking for :) :)
Nice video, very pleasant manner and easy to understand.
Hw do you hang it up?
what made you write video
Fabulous artist! Where do you sell?
can I use gluee
I do love your paintings
Excellent technique!
can we use glue
LEARNED ALOT THANKS!
Thankyou!!! much better than glue and cardboard!!
for spreading you might consider a notched adhesive spreader they are cheap and get the paint spread even and quick good vid thanx
Thank you!!! I can’t wait to do mine!! ❤️
Wow nice idea for making cheap canvas👍👍👍
Awsmmm😍 Thank you so much shown it helpfull fr me 😊
What type of cloth is that?
Kashifa Kash loose canvas fabric i guess
Kashifa Kash She said it's muslin.
Excellent! Well explained.thanks..
Many thanks for that top tip.
Thanks, Haidee.
omg i love you!!!
What about a large 32 x 68 size?
what is that cloth called?
+Minhaj Khan Muslin cloth
+Linda Lajoie muslim Cloth?
Love it.
Really useful video nice one
Soo... That Gesso can be both for Oils and Acrylics?
No one cares Yes it can. You can also use Gesso for texturing before and during painting.
Wow! I like it... i like it a lot!
can u send all materials required???plz....
should you not size the board first first ?
Wowww😍😍😍
really useful, thank you!
THANK YOU THIS IS AMAZING
thank you, very useful video...
Thnqqqq so much maam... 😊😊😊your video is very useful..... 😇