9 Tips: How do I paint with children?
Table of Contents When do children learn to paint? Painting is closely linked to fine motor skills and creativity Painting with children from 6 months: Dab and spread Painting with...
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Creativity techniques: 16 tips for more creativity
Table of Contents 16 Creativity Techniques 1. Do something new more often 2. Mind mapping 3. Washing dishes 4. Painting 5. Reduce input 6. Meditation and/or yoga 7. Find connections 8....
14 Tips: Creative (Christmas) Gifts for Adults and Children
Table of Contents Christmas gifts - This is how to find the right gift Gift ideas for Christmas - our bestsellers What to give for Christmas? - How do you...
15 German museums that everyone should visit
Table of Contents 1. Pergamon Museum, Berlin 2. House of History, Bonn 3. Pinakotheken, Munich 4. Gallery of Old Masters, Dresden 5. German Emigration Center, Bremerhaven 6. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart...
5 Tips: Learning to draw a portrait - Explained step by step
Table of Contents You need this material: A few exercises in advance 1. take a good look at the people around you 2. Deception makes perfection 3. Draw where and...
9 Tips: Mandala Painting - Instructions for your first Mandala images
Table of Contents What is a mandala? Meaning of a mandala Mandala Painting - Instructions for your first Mandala images Material for a mandala Mandala, which pens do you need? Paper...
Relax: 5 Tips to relax
Table of Contents 5 Tips to Relax 1: Meditate 2. Colours 3. Aloe Vera 4. Paint by Numbers 5. Sports Relax. You know that it is good for your body,...
26 Famous paintings and images from all art eras
Table of Contents Famous paintings and photographs from all art periods 1. Leonardo Da Vinci – Mona Lisa 2. Michelangelo Buonarroti - The Creation of Adam 3. Vincent Van Gogh...
7 Tips: Is acrylic paint waterproof? - Everything you need to know
Table of Contents Acrylic paint as paint for artists Acrylic paint is more environmentally friendly The right type of paint for indoors and outdoors You should take this into account...
Painting Watercolor Flowers - 8 Tips on Watercolor Painting Flowers
Table of Contents Starting watercolor motifs: Roses Instruction: painting watercolor roses 1. Mix the desired colour 2. Start in the center of the rose 3. Dyeing larger petals 4. Thick...
Thinning Acrylic Paint - 9 Tips and Tricks
Table of Contents Can you thin acrylic paint? The basics: what is in acrylic paint? Dilute acrylic paint with water Thinning acrylic paint with an acrylic binder Thinning acrylic paint with...
Cleaning brushes - 3 simple methods and 2 important tips
Table of Contents 1. Use dish soap to clean paint brushes 2. Use vinegar essence 3. Fabric softener Cleaning gloves when cleaning paint brushes Two more tips If you like...
5 Tips: Make dried out paint usable again
Table of Contents How do you make dried paint usable again? Making water-soluble paint usable again Liquefying dried paint with turpentine substitute How do you make dried paint usable again?...
Mixing colours - The 30 best tips for successful colour combinations
Table of Contents The primary colours - mixing colours using a table From primary colour to secondary colour The third step - the tertiary colours Mixing colours - The best...
Ideas, tips & advice about Paint by Numbers and Diamond Painting
Welcome to the official blog of Painting by Numbers Expert - your shop for high-quality Paint by Numbers en diamond painting products. Here you will find regular blog posts with practical tips, creative ideas and inspiration for your favourite hobby.
Whether you are just starting with Paint by Numbers or already have a large diamond painting collection, this blog helps you get more from your creative time.
What you can expect here
- Step-by-step guides for beginners and experienced makers
- Techniques & tips for more precision, clarity and enjoyment
- DIY projects with leftover drills - perfect for holidays, seasons or gifts
- Gift inspiration for Mother’s Day, birthdays, Christmas and more
- Insights into the wellbeing benefits of your hobby - from relaxation to fine motor skills
Our blogs are clearly written, easy to follow and include useful links and example photos, making your creative time even more enjoyable and effective.
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