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@ClaudiaHiguera-nb8vt

11 ай бұрын

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@maxinealcock7020

10 ай бұрын

Annoying background sounds. Sorry couldn’t follow.

@stizelswik3694

8 ай бұрын

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

@carlavandepas2344

8 ай бұрын

Is acrylicglue the same as schoolglue? X

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

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that, Vanessa!

@juanaursua

Жыл бұрын

❤❤

@MyName-zd9pe

11 ай бұрын

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

@tangokaleidos1926

10 ай бұрын

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

@dellkelly278

8 ай бұрын

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

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 KZreadrs, you are just pleasant and informative. And creative!!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

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

@sherise_2020

Жыл бұрын

She’s amazing that’s for sure

@Bluejay468

7 ай бұрын

I agree.

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!

@OurUpcycledLife

4 ай бұрын

Glad to help

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Jean

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

Жыл бұрын

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

Жыл бұрын

@@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

Жыл бұрын

@@IshanDeston thank you!!

@yolandagofigure

9 ай бұрын

What about adding salt to it??

@IshanDeston

9 ай бұрын

@@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.

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!!

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

Жыл бұрын

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

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

@OurUpcycledLife

11 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

Thank you for sharing that recipe!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 😊

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Karen

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

Жыл бұрын

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

Brilliant! Thanks so much!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ❤️

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

Жыл бұрын

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

Thank you for sharing this recipe with us.

@OurUpcycledLife

11 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Elizabeth

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 😊

Great tutorial!

Excellent!!! Thanks for sharing.

@OurUpcycledLife

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

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!

@OurUpcycledLife

3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

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.

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Thanks for sharing that great tip 💙

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Ive wanted to know that too! Thanks!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful

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

@OurUpcycledLife

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks so much for a great video!!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ❤️

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for this Recipe.

@OurUpcycledLife

8 ай бұрын

Most welcome 😊

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 😊

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! ❤

@OurUpcycledLife

8 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Thank you so much!!!!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Another fantastic how to.

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

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!!!

@OurUpcycledLife

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

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

OMGoodness This video was SO helpful!!!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed 😊

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

@OurUpcycledLife

2 ай бұрын

You are welcome 😊

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful for you!

@tlbriggs2662

Жыл бұрын

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

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!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful thanks for watching

@panacheluxury4262

Жыл бұрын

@@OurUpcycledLife, It really is and you're welcome!

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.❤

@OurUpcycledLife

2 ай бұрын

Wonderful!

Ty

this was great thankyou

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Ай бұрын

Happy to help

Good tutorial.Thank you

@OurUpcycledLife

8 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

Great idea!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

thanks for the down to earth info .

@OurUpcycledLife

2 ай бұрын

Our pleasure!

Smart 👍🏼thank you 🙏🏼

@OurUpcycledLife

10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you ❤❤❤

@OurUpcycledLife

4 ай бұрын

You're welcome 😊

Amazing sharing

@OurUpcycledLife

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for visiting

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

@OurUpcycledLife

6 ай бұрын

Happy holidays!

Thanks for sharing

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Thanks a lot😊

@OurUpcycledLife

5 ай бұрын

Most welcome 😊

Thank you

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes it does!

That's great 👍

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

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 👏👍

@OurUpcycledLife

3 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

11 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

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

thanks!

@OurUpcycledLife

6 ай бұрын

Welcome!

Great tutorial

@OurUpcycledLife

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

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Thanks for this valuable video ❤

@OurUpcycledLife

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@thanaahassan7928

8 ай бұрын

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Thanks

@OurUpcycledLife

4 ай бұрын

Welcome

Great video.

@OurUpcycledLife

3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Welcome - glad you enjoyed watching!

Wonderful

@OurUpcycledLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you

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!

@OurUpcycledLife

4 ай бұрын

Great tip!

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

thanks

@OurUpcycledLife

6 күн бұрын

You're welcome!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 😊

Clear glue works as well!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

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

Жыл бұрын

Some people use talc.

@deborahruggiero4192

6 ай бұрын

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

@katella

4 ай бұрын

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.

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.

@OurUpcycledLife

3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

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

@OurUpcycledLife

5 ай бұрын

Yes, I sure do. Thanks for watching.

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

!/4 cup warm water 1/8 cup white glue corn starch 1 Tbsp. acrylic paint

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

@OurUpcycledLife

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea!

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.

@OurUpcycledLife

7 ай бұрын

That's great!

Warm water gonna make plaster Paris set up.

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?

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes it may smooth it out! Worth a try

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.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

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!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Great tip!

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

Жыл бұрын

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

Жыл бұрын

@@alinedeleandro123 great tip!

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

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

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes it will

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

@OurUpcycledLife

27 күн бұрын

Not yet!

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.

@OurUpcycledLife

2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

Most baby powder is scented corn starch

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

@OurUpcycledLife

8 ай бұрын

You can double recipe

BRILLIANT THANKS XXXX DEBBIE XXXXX UK XX

@OurUpcycledLife

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

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.

Gesso was originally created to protect the canvas fibers AND to create a solid uniform color on surfaces such as wood, which has various colors. In the canvas application, protection was needed for the simple fact that a number of pigments are caustic, meaning they'd eat away at the natural threads if left bear. Another latter use is the ability of painting on paper with oils. I'm not sure if starch would be a good medium for longevity as it is an organic substance, lending itself to breaking down and decay within a short period of time. The plaster or baby powder, {talcum} would be a better choice since they are both mineral based, where upon drying, they are very stable and strong. Cornstarch is being confused for these kinds of homemade products since the health issue of talc being used on the body was brought to awareness...which was then substituted out by the safety of cornstarch. For the body this is great, but on objects of art, stick with the more reliable and stable mineral family.

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

8 ай бұрын

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

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Sure can

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.

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes it would be cheaper

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?

@OurUpcycledLife

Ай бұрын

Yes, correct

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

@OurUpcycledLife

Жыл бұрын

Not yet!

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

@OurUpcycledLife

9 ай бұрын

Yes

Just some remarks: "Gesso" or "gipsite" ("gypsum" in English) is an abundant crystallized mineral - hydrated calcium sulfate. "Gesso" is also the name given to the white powder resulting from the crushing and heating of this mineral, which becomes moldable with the addition of water. It is used for many purposes, including Fine Arts. Currently, "Gesso", used as a primer, has different compositions. Suggestion: for those who want to make a homemade recipe, try to use powdered gypsum (powdered plaster), white glue, water, and powdered white pigment or white acrylic

@OurUpcycledLife

6 ай бұрын

Great info here. Thanks for sharing