The DS sticks are a pan on a stick. But I’ve seen others use as a crayon or pencil. But use it the way you want to. I believe the sticks are equivalent to 3 or 5 half pans.
Thank you!! Yes, they are incredibly fun. I love finding new ways to use them. Thanks for sharing the info for those wanting to use them as half pans! 💗
Hi Stephanie, What a treat to see your video today. I am watching the holiday ones. I have been getting huge deals since Prime days on Amazon this year. I only have done a few small orders on Blick because I needed oil paints for my oil paint class. I also got the Hahnnemule set for also for 14ish dollars. I order the Artxx journals which are on sale through Amazon. I have scored on Daniel Smith paint sets since summer which is a great savings. I wanted to share that one of my viewers told me that if Daniel Smith paints do not rewet easily that the paint is probably older. Well this summer I tested that theory and all of my sets including half pans the DS paints rewet like butter. So my viewer was correct I probably had bought older tubes that once dry were hard as a rock to rewet. I am so happy with my new collection of DS paints since summer until recently which I got the 15 half pan on plastic and another small plastic that came in for free ready to go for $39 on Amazon. I notice since Prime sales that Amazon deals come in around 1AM-5AM are the best deals. I wake up for early Mondays and Wednesdays for my oil paint class so that is how I started to spot the sales. I live in California so adjust accordingly to your time zone. Happy Thanksgiving! Maria
Hi Maria! What a treat to see your comment. Right, Prime has some great deals. I don't like to share until I have received them. I'm so glad you purchased the Hahnemuhle set while it was still on sale. It's so so fun to get things on our wish list at a great price! I purchased most my Daniel Smith collection awhile ago. Do you mean they changed the formula and the newer tubes are better, or DS just doesn't last long? I'm trying my best to only invest in products that will last a long time. I've only had trouble with colors not available in half pan. Colors like Potter's Pink, and some Primateks. I'm happy to hear you are enjoying your new DS paint sets. Thanks for sharing all the deals you found. I didn't know you had a channel, I will definitely check out your channel. I hope you enjoy your oil painting class. I'm too scared to try oil, lol. Happy Thanksgiving! 💗
@TheGypsyChic1 Hi Stephanie, my viewer share to give DS another chance with newer tubes. So I finally did this summer and the newer tubes are much softer. They do rewet super easy. So I notice that my old tubes from 3 years ago must be old. They dry like a rock and I have to soak them to get them to move. I have potters pink on my list. Thank You/happy Friday 😊
Thank, Maria! Thanks so much for sharing. I will try to search for a super deal like you found. Lol. I'm trying to not need to try every brand and every color. ;D Happy Friday! 💗
Woah how have I not found your channel sooner? Your work is gorgeous! And you have a great way of explaining the products can wait to watch more of your videos
Aw, thank you!! I started as a crafter and about two years ago I got brave enough to start painting my drawings. I hope you find some more videos you like. 💗
That was an awesome art haul Stephanie, kudos to you! I took the lid from a Derwent Artists pencil set and made a watercolor pallette of Daniel Smith watercolor paints from tubes and sticks in the lid. I took a couple of the Daniel Smith sticks and scored about an inch segment of it, snapped it off and placed them in half pans with the other half pans. I use them like any other watercolor pans. The sticks are a good way to stock up on any of the paints that are going to be discontinued because of how much product you get with them.
Thank you, Cheryl! That's a great idea! I want to try to paint some old palettes to make one just for my DS sticks. Thank you for the idea of using them as pans. I already have the colors in pans, but will try the sticks for new colors for sure. I'm really enjoy them, and I think you are right it is the best way to stock up on paints that will be discontinued! Thanks for sharing all your tips! 💗
I know this may be a minority opinion, but I really like your high-end supply hauls and reviews. I am a more advanced artist and I am beyond beginner supplies. I am not made of money, but like you, I save up and wait to buy a top product. I feel that this makes me a vulnerable consumer, similar to someone buying budget supplies. If I buy a high priced item and it is not fit for my use or has questionable quality, then I have to save up forever to try again. I have really valued your older videos because you shared professional, new products that are quality in design and top in their groups (or no, thanks for those too). Also new products that are on trend and can re-invigorate interest in old mediums. I couldn't imagine the negative comments you must have received while doing them, but it is no different from other people's collections and you use and love your products. I do watch some of your budget product videos just because I know you are able to compare to professional products. You need to do the videos you enjoy and allow you to keep going on RUclips if you love it. I will keep up to you no matter what you post, you are thorough and kind.
Thank you so much for your comment!!! I very much needed to read it, as I need my videos to be helpful. I love trying new supplies, but I love being helpful more! I love trying the budget supplies, but they have taken up nearly all my time this year and have left me little time for the products I enjoy much more. I just know a lot of people have very little money and don't want to appear to be showing off. Thank you so much for your comment, it really means a lot to me. 💗
@@TheGypsyChic1 I like seeing both beginner products AND professional. I'm a beginner and retired. So budget is important, but so is quality. I try to avoid truly beginner supplies because so often they make learning harder, but I can only afford one or two pro purchases a year. I really spend a lot of time picking out the one or two pro purchases because an expensive mistake really hurts.
@cjp2274 Thank you for sharing. You are very wise to have figured that out as a beginner. I was a crafter, and I discovered my love for art supplies later in life. I also hope you know you really only need a few mixing colors, a decent watercolor brush and good 100% cotton paper. Truly almost everything else is just for fun! It's really not necessary, at all...to me it is incredibly fun.
I was anticipating hugely a post from you since I checked out Jackson's a couple of days ago - I was looking forward to seeing the things you bought from Schmjnke! I got a few small items myself - just little bits - but gosh I really enjoy seeing you goodies!
Thanks so much, Helen! Haha, you know I was checking daily at Jackson's, hoping to find exciting new things! LOL. I didn't find anything for me personally, in the early BFS. Since they switched to having a store here in the USA, the prices have been no better then Blick, sometimes higher actually. But, mostly I have already splurged quite a bit! LOL. I still really enjoy the retro palette, did you get that one? I hope you enjoy your new goodies! I may have some more Black Friday goodies to share! ;D 💗
Hello lovely! I allow myself to buy some things in December, but from January on, I will have a no buy for at least 6 months, until it is my birthday in July. I will also go on a yt-diet...so I won't be tempted either and I need more time to create and learn another language, and the only way how to do that is quit being online much. But I subbed your channel and I really enjoy your reviews and I just love how much joy you get out of your supplies, that just sparks positivity to me 🙂 I started buying more often from small businesses on etsy or elsewhere, since people are struggling so much and I might as well spend my money consciously. Good luck to everybody here!
Hello lovely! That sounds like a great plan! YES, about spending less time online. Thank you so much! My art supplies bring me immense joy, when I collect them and use them. LOL. Thank you so much for being another lovely art friend I can share that with. That is very thoughtful. Do be careful. I have been burned that way thinking I was buying from a small business, and they sent products from Aliexpress. Which I chose a long time ago never to purchase from, personally. Also, were you the one who asked about Michael Harding watercolors? I want to warn you about those, I had one tube go bad already. ;(
@@TheGypsyChic1 Hello dear! No I did not ask you about the Harding paints, must have been someone else. Oh I know what you mean, Etsy is full of fake small businesses, but I buy mostly from 2 young women who are in Germany, as I am. You're right, one has to be suspicious and careful, unfortunately. Happy vibes to you and greetings from across the pond!
Hello! Ok, sorry I thought it was you. Yes, I found out the hard way. Shopping local is amazing! I'm very glad you are aware. Happy vibes and I wish you a wonderful holiday season! 💗
23:47 If you're looking for more of a watercolor crayon that you can sketch with, I recommend Caran D'ache Neocolor II's. You can draw with them and use them wet and the lines will go away with water. It's a great tool to add texture to your painting.
Thank you, Shadow!! They are so fun! I had an extra violet that I was able to share with a friend. If I get another extra, I will try to save it for you. Thank you!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, as well! 💗
Hello ---Sandi Hester uses the watercolor sticks & has videos on that. They are easy to take with you on painting outside. It is really up to you how you use them. A great haul!!! Hugs to you I rem when my oldest left for college. I cried at home for days I missed him so much & so did his brother but he came home for a weekend & we all were fine after that.
Hello, Anita! Thank you for sharing! I will try them a few more times on my own and then watch a video from Sandi. Thank you!! So many fun products that I can't wait to use more. Aw, thank you!! My older two are still finishing college while staying with us. This is my youngest and he's very independent. I keep being shocked how difficult it is for me to let him go. I hope I'm as lucky as you with your oldest, and he doesn't stay away too long! It's getting embarrassing how much I just want to cry. I'm not usually a big cryer. Lol. 💗
I love watching your videos regardless of price. While I have not used the DS sticks myself, other artists I’ve watched have just cut off chunks to add to an empty pan.
Thanks so much for sharing your feedback. Yes, I have seen that too...that is why I waited to try them. Lol I already had tubes or half pans. They are really fun to try new things! I will try them a few more times on my own and then go watch how others use them. 💗
You know how I like to use the sticks? I use them the way he intended (travel pans! take your brush directly to the stick as you clutch them b/w your fingers) but ALSO I love to use them like a Neocolor over what I've done already on wet paper. I'll also use them like a colored pencil on dry paper and wet certain areas, spread it out, or not. Every way you can think to use them......DO IT! THEY'RE SO FUN!!!!
Thanks so much, Amy! You’re absolutely right. They’re so versatile and one of my favorite supplies recently. I haven't tried them as travel pans yet, but I love using them like Neocolors II, wet or dry. So fun and every time I try them, I find a new way to love them. 💗
I take my DS sticks, put a drop or two of water on my palette. Then I'll rub the end of the stick in the water drop (as if i was mulling the paint) till I get the consistency that I'm looking for. Used this way, the sticks last a long time.
I like to use the DS sticks by cutting off a piece and putting it in a pan. It really lasts and the price difference between the sticks and the tubes are quite a bit. Love your sense of adventure!
Thank you for sharing! Dipping them in water made a huge difference. That is a great idea to rub them on a palette. I will try that next time and save my brushes. Thanks so much for the tip! 💗
Thank you!! Yes, I cannot wait to use them that way! I've been so busy with products sent to me this year, which I'm thankful for. But, looking to play with my true loves this year!! Thanks for the tips! 💗
Share all things expensive and inexpensive. You are not responsible for someone else's spending behavior. I don't have a lot of hobbies so my husband and I agree to my spending habits when I comes to art supplies. Some people collect trains, hockey jerseys, shoes... I collect professional watercolor paint!
Thank you so much for your comment. It really means a lot to me. I really don't want to appear to be showing off. I currently love art supplies, and traveling. I've said many times, some people collect jewelry or shoes, I collect beautiful art supplies! ;D I still love trying all the brands and all of the colors. I'm with you!!! 💗
Hi stephanie, just looked at the DS sticks and the cheapest I can find in the UK is £40 for 5 😮!!!! Loved the video as usual. I've just bought a Ltd edition schminke palette 2024 can't remember how many paints as I saw the palette and had to have it, it's a sort of geometric design of an owls face with oranges and browns, beautiful design palette, it was the last one on amazon UK. Have you seen it?
Hi Sue! They are $37 for the set of 5 here in the USA. But, that is very affordable compared to the tubes. I will probably try new colors that way. YES!!! I saw that palette on the Schmicnke's Instagram page. I would love to add the pallete to my collection, if it's not too expensive. I was hoping that would be part of the Black Friday sale at Jackson's. I haven't found it yet, but fingers crossed. It is filled with the Akademie paints though sadly, correct? Enjoy your new Schmincke palette, it looks gorgeous!!! 💗
There always has to be one in the comments, and congrats, it's you. I'm surprised your name isn't Nancy. I sincerely hope that your situation improves. Bless your heart.
@@christicovington thank you! I’m just being honest! I love her haul videos. I live vicariously through her hauls. She gives a lot of good info that is valuable when I am able to purchase something. Thank you for chiming in though you’re right there always has to be one and I’m sure you’re the one who looks for them. By the way your “Bless your heart” comment means a lot to me because when I say that I don’t mean it in a vicious or in a mean way. Depends on what part of the US your from if that’s insulting or not. Happy Thanksgiving!🦃🍁
@@christicovington I honestly was having a very down moment/day/month. The holidays get me every year so when she asked that question about a no buy month that’s is exactly what was on my mind. But I absolutely did not say it to be mean to Stephanie! I swear to you that I’m not a keyboard warrior and watch people’s videos just to comment something mean. Not that you believe me but I would never intentionally hurt her feelings!! NEVER! Again Happy Thanksgiving enjoy your family/friends today and always.
@cher1292 I'm so sorry that you're struggling this time of year. I can totally understand. I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings by my comment. Sometimes, it's hard to understand what people are trying to say through text. I apologize if I misunderstood what you were saying. I've seen people be mean to content creators for sharing what they bought before. I'm sorry that I assumed that's what you meant. You seem to be a very kind and loving person. I sincerely hope that your holidays are good and memorable this year with more laughter and joy than ones in the past. God bless you and forgive me for misinterpreting your comment. Much ❤️
Aren't oil sticks just solid oil paint? As in, oil paint with some wax added in? Some time ago I saw the Sennelier promotion video where they claimed they're soluble with turpentine or mineral spirit or linseed oil. Now I'm confused. Do they really dry like water soluble paint? Or do they polymerize like regular oil paints with film on top? I'd assume the latter since you need to peel off the skin to use them but seeing you use them on paper makes me wonder. Are they save to use on non-gessoed paper?
Hi Renata! That is what Sennelier says, and why I'm interested in trying them. I would read up on them from different art store sites before purchasing to make sure they meet your needs. They do dry completely on paper, and but I'm still testing them. So far, I use them on Arches rough paper, on top of failed paintings. It as not gone through the back side. I think the more proper way to use it, is on canvas that has been gessoed. I'm far from an expert, just excited to try all the art supplies and learning as I go. Also, check out Sennelier's RUclips channel. They have many videos, and Live streams where they talk more about their products. I hope that helps! 💗
I watched another video of someone who has used the sticks in their pans and she said she can get 3 full pans or 5-1/2 half pans from one stick. Hope this helps.
If you have credit card rewards and you’re only paying a small amount of actual money I would say that still qualifies as a low buy. The rewards aren’t actual cash so I don’t think they would count against the bottom line of what you spent. No, I’m not facilitating, lol. I’m just pointing out the obvious.
The DS sticks are a pan on a stick. But I’ve seen others use as a crayon or pencil. But use it the way you want to. I believe the sticks are equivalent to 3 or 5 half pans.
Thank you!! Yes, they are incredibly fun. I love finding new ways to use them. Thanks for sharing the info for those wanting to use them as half pans! 💗
Thank you for sharing. You have such a sweet voice and I love hearing your excitement when you discover new things. ❤
Thank you for all your sweet comments!! I really appreciate you, and comments like yours are why I stay here on RUclips! 💗
Hi Stephanie, What a treat to see your video today. I am watching the holiday ones. I have been getting huge deals since Prime days on Amazon this year. I only have done a few small orders on Blick because I needed oil paints for my oil paint class. I also got the Hahnnemule set for also for 14ish dollars. I order the Artxx journals which are on sale through Amazon. I have scored on Daniel Smith paint sets since summer which is a great savings. I wanted to share that one of my viewers told me that if Daniel Smith paints do not rewet easily that the paint is probably older. Well this summer I tested that theory and all of my sets including half pans the DS paints rewet like butter. So my viewer was correct I probably had bought older tubes that once dry were hard as a rock to rewet. I am so happy with my new collection of DS paints since summer until recently which I got the 15 half pan on plastic and another small plastic that came in for free ready to go for $39 on Amazon. I notice since Prime sales that Amazon deals come in around 1AM-5AM are the best deals. I wake up for early Mondays and Wednesdays for my oil paint class so that is how I started to spot the sales. I live in California so adjust accordingly to your time zone. Happy Thanksgiving! Maria
Hi Maria! What a treat to see your comment. Right, Prime has some great deals. I don't like to share until I have received them. I'm so glad you purchased the Hahnemuhle set while it was still on sale. It's so so fun to get things on our wish list at a great price! I purchased most my Daniel Smith collection awhile ago. Do you mean they changed the formula and the newer tubes are better, or DS just doesn't last long? I'm trying my best to only invest in products that will last a long time. I've only had trouble with colors not available in half pan. Colors like Potter's Pink, and some Primateks. I'm happy to hear you are enjoying your new DS paint sets. Thanks for sharing all the deals you found. I didn't know you had a channel, I will definitely check out your channel. I hope you enjoy your oil painting class. I'm too scared to try oil, lol. Happy Thanksgiving! 💗
@TheGypsyChic1 Hi Stephanie, my viewer share to give DS another chance with newer tubes. So I finally did this summer and the newer tubes are much softer. They do rewet super easy. So I notice that my old tubes from 3 years ago must be old. They dry like a rock and I have to soak them to get them to move. I have potters pink on my list. Thank You/happy Friday 😊
Thank, Maria! Thanks so much for sharing. I will try to search for a super deal like you found. Lol. I'm trying to not need to try every brand and every color. ;D Happy Friday! 💗
Yes, I have been eagerly waiting for this video.❤
Thank you so much, my sweet friend! I can't wait to watch your latest haul video too!! 💗💗💗
Woah how have I not found your channel sooner? Your work is gorgeous! And you have a great way of explaining the products can wait to watch more of your videos
Aw, thank you!! I started as a crafter and about two years ago I got brave enough to start painting my drawings. I hope you find some more videos you like. 💗
That was an awesome art haul Stephanie, kudos to you! I took the lid from a Derwent Artists pencil set and made a watercolor pallette of Daniel Smith watercolor paints from tubes and sticks in the lid. I took a couple of the Daniel Smith sticks and scored about an inch segment of it, snapped it off and placed them in half pans with the other half pans. I use them like any other watercolor pans. The sticks are a good way to stock up on any of the paints that are going to be discontinued because of how much product you get with them.
Thank you, Cheryl! That's a great idea! I want to try to paint some old palettes to make one just for my DS sticks. Thank you for the idea of using them as pans. I already have the colors in pans, but will try the sticks for new colors for sure. I'm really enjoy them, and I think you are right it is the best way to stock up on paints that will be discontinued! Thanks for sharing all your tips! 💗
I know this may be a minority opinion, but I really like your high-end supply hauls and reviews. I am a more advanced artist and I am beyond beginner supplies. I am not made of money, but like you, I save up and wait to buy a top product. I feel that this makes me a vulnerable consumer, similar to someone buying budget supplies. If I buy a high priced item and it is not fit for my use or has questionable quality, then I have to save up forever to try again. I have really valued your older videos because you shared professional, new products that are quality in design and top in their groups (or no, thanks for those too). Also new products that are on trend and can re-invigorate interest in old mediums.
I couldn't imagine the negative comments you must have received while doing them, but it is no different from other people's collections and you use and love your products. I do watch some of your budget product videos just because I know you are able to compare to professional products. You need to do the videos you enjoy and allow you to keep going on RUclips if you love it. I will keep up to you no matter what you post, you are thorough and kind.
Thank you so much for your comment!!! I very much needed to read it, as I need my videos to be helpful. I love trying new supplies, but I love being helpful more! I love trying the budget supplies, but they have taken up nearly all my time this year and have left me little time for the products I enjoy much more. I just know a lot of people have very little money and don't want to appear to be showing off. Thank you so much for your comment, it really means a lot to me. 💗
@@TheGypsyChic1 I like seeing both beginner products AND professional. I'm a beginner and retired. So budget is important, but so is quality. I try to avoid truly beginner supplies because so often they make learning harder, but I can only afford one or two pro purchases a year. I really spend a lot of time picking out the one or two pro purchases because an expensive mistake really hurts.
@cjp2274 Thank you for sharing. You are very wise to have figured that out as a beginner. I was a crafter, and I discovered my love for art supplies later in life. I also hope you know you really only need a few mixing colors, a decent watercolor brush and good 100% cotton paper. Truly almost everything else is just for fun! It's really not necessary, at all...to me it is incredibly fun.
What a stunning pink rose 🌹
Thank you!! It was so fun to paint. You can watch the Sennelier live video here on RUclips, and paint along with them if you would like too. 💗
I was anticipating hugely a post from you since I checked out Jackson's a couple of days ago - I was looking forward to seeing the things you bought from Schmjnke! I got a few small items myself - just little bits - but gosh I really enjoy seeing you goodies!
Thanks so much, Helen! Haha, you know I was checking daily at Jackson's, hoping to find exciting new things! LOL.
I didn't find anything for me personally, in the early BFS. Since they switched to having a store here in the USA, the prices have been no better then Blick, sometimes higher actually. But, mostly I have already splurged quite a bit! LOL. I still really enjoy the retro palette, did you get that one? I hope you enjoy your new goodies! I may have some more Black Friday goodies to share! ;D 💗
Hello lovely! I allow myself to buy some things in December, but from January on, I will have a no buy for at least 6 months, until it is my birthday in July. I will also go on a yt-diet...so I won't be tempted either and I need more time to create and learn another language, and the only way how to do that is quit being online much. But I subbed your channel and I really enjoy your reviews and I just love how much joy you get out of your supplies, that just sparks positivity to me 🙂 I started buying more often from small businesses on etsy or elsewhere, since people are struggling so much and I might as well spend my money consciously. Good luck to everybody here!
Hello lovely! That sounds like a great plan! YES, about spending less time online. Thank you so much! My art supplies bring me immense joy, when I collect them and use them. LOL. Thank you so much for being another lovely art friend I can share that with. That is very thoughtful. Do be careful. I have been burned that way thinking I was buying from a small business, and they sent products from Aliexpress. Which I chose a long time ago never to purchase from, personally. Also, were you the one who asked about Michael Harding watercolors? I want to warn you about those, I had one tube go bad already. ;(
@@TheGypsyChic1 Hello dear! No I did not ask you about the Harding paints, must have been someone else. Oh I know what you mean, Etsy is full of fake small businesses, but I buy mostly from 2 young women who are in Germany, as I am. You're right, one has to be suspicious and careful, unfortunately. Happy vibes to you and greetings from across the pond!
Hello! Ok, sorry I thought it was you. Yes, I found out the hard way. Shopping local is amazing! I'm very glad you are aware. Happy vibes and I wish you a wonderful holiday season! 💗
23:47 If you're looking for more of a watercolor crayon that you can sketch with, I recommend Caran D'ache Neocolor II's. You can draw with them and use them wet and the lines will go away with water. It's a great tool to add texture to your painting.
Thank you so much for the recommendation.
I enjoy all of your hauls!
Aw, thank you so much!!! 💗
Fun haul! The Daniel Smith watercolor sticks are interesting. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family too. ❤
Thank you, Shadow!! They are so fun! I had an extra violet that I was able to share with a friend. If I get another extra, I will try to save it for you. Thank you!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, as well! 💗
@@TheGypsyChic1thank you and you’re welcome! ❤
Hello ---Sandi Hester uses the watercolor sticks & has videos on that. They are easy to take with you on painting outside. It is really up to you how you use them. A great haul!!! Hugs to you I rem when my oldest left for college. I cried at home for days I missed him so much & so did his brother but he came home for a weekend & we all were fine after that.
Hello, Anita! Thank you for sharing! I will try them a few more times on my own and then watch a video from Sandi. Thank you!! So many fun products that I can't wait to use more. Aw, thank you!! My older two are still finishing college while staying with us. This is my youngest and he's very independent. I keep being shocked how difficult it is for me to let him go. I hope I'm as lucky as you with your oldest, and he doesn't stay away too long! It's getting embarrassing how much I just want to cry. I'm not usually a big cryer. Lol. 💗
I love watching your videos regardless of price. While I have not used the DS sticks myself, other artists I’ve watched have just cut off chunks to add to an empty pan.
Thanks so much for sharing your feedback. Yes, I have seen that too...that is why I waited to try them. Lol I already had tubes or half pans. They are really fun to try new things! I will try them a few more times on my own and then go watch how others use them. 💗
You know how I like to use the sticks? I use them the way he intended (travel pans! take your brush directly to the stick as you clutch them b/w your fingers) but ALSO I love to use them like a Neocolor over what I've done already on wet paper. I'll also use them like a colored pencil on dry paper and wet certain areas, spread it out, or not. Every way you can think to use them......DO IT! THEY'RE SO FUN!!!!
Thanks so much, Amy! You’re absolutely right. They’re so versatile and one of my favorite supplies recently. I haven't tried them as travel pans yet, but I love using them like Neocolors II, wet or dry. So fun and every time I try them, I find a new way to love them. 💗
I take my DS sticks, put a drop or two of water on my palette. Then I'll rub the end of the stick in the water drop (as if i was mulling the paint) till I get the consistency that I'm looking for. Used this way, the sticks last a long time.
That’s a great tip! I’m going to try that! I behaved beautifully when dipped in water or soaked. Thank you!
I like to use the DS sticks by cutting off a piece and putting it in a pan. It really lasts and the price difference between the sticks and the tubes are quite a bit. Love your sense of adventure!
Thank you so much for sharing! I will try new colors that way, as well. Thank you, I love trying new things! 💖
I use watercolor sticks. I like to dip the top in water and rub it on a palette you get a very intense color. It saves your brushes a lot of wear.
Thank you for sharing! Dipping them in water made a huge difference. That is a great idea to rub them on a palette. I will try that next time and save my brushes. Thanks so much for the tip! 💗
I love Van Gogh and Monet too. Great video!
Thank you!! 💗
You can use the darker tones for a foggy or dark winter landscapes and autumnal landscapes along with Spring backgrounds
The quinaquadone burnt orange looks like blood in the Twilight universe in Twilight Saga New Moon when Carlisle stitches Bella's arm
Thank you!! Yes, I cannot wait to use them that way! I've been so busy with products sent to me this year, which I'm thankful for. But, looking to play with my true loves this year!! Thanks for the tips! 💗
Clever idea, to put the sticker on a magnet😊
Thank you! 😊
I say just show everything whether it is expensive or not. Thanks for the videos.
Thank you so much for sharing! Everyone seems to be agreeing with you. I really appreciate the feedback. I really want my videos to be helpful. 💗
Share all things expensive and inexpensive. You are not responsible for someone else's spending behavior.
I don't have a lot of hobbies so my husband and I agree to my spending habits when I comes to art supplies. Some people collect trains, hockey jerseys, shoes... I collect professional watercolor paint!
Thank you so much for your comment. It really means a lot to me. I really don't want to appear to be showing off. I currently love art supplies, and traveling. I've said many times, some people collect jewelry or shoes, I collect beautiful art supplies! ;D I still love trying all the brands and all of the colors. I'm with you!!! 💗
Hi stephanie, just looked at the DS sticks and the cheapest I can find in the UK is £40 for 5 😮!!!! Loved the video as usual. I've just bought a Ltd edition schminke palette 2024 can't remember how many paints as I saw the palette and had to have it, it's a sort of geometric design of an owls face with oranges and browns, beautiful design palette, it was the last one on amazon UK. Have you seen it?
Hi Sue! They are $37 for the set of 5 here in the USA. But, that is very affordable compared to the tubes. I will probably try new colors that way. YES!!! I saw that palette on the Schmicnke's Instagram page. I would love to add the pallete to my collection, if it's not too expensive. I was hoping that would be part of the Black Friday sale at Jackson's. I haven't found it yet, but fingers crossed. It is filled with the Akademie paints though sadly, correct? Enjoy your new Schmincke palette, it looks gorgeous!!! 💗
I cut my DS sticks and add to palette. U can get up to three pans worth that way
Thank you! I've heard people say they love to use the DS sticks that way. 💗
I am on a, “I pray I can buy my grandkids Christmas this year”! 🤷🏻♀️ you ask, just being honest! Beautiful supplies, enjoy.
There always has to be one in the comments, and congrats, it's you. I'm surprised your name isn't Nancy. I sincerely hope that your situation improves. Bless your heart.
@@christicovington thank you! I’m just being honest! I love her haul videos. I live vicariously through her hauls. She gives a lot of good info that is valuable when I am able to purchase something. Thank you for chiming in though you’re right there always has to be one and I’m sure you’re the one who looks for them. By the way your “Bless your heart” comment means a lot to me because when I say that I don’t mean it in a vicious or in a mean way. Depends on what part of the US your from if that’s insulting or not. Happy Thanksgiving!🦃🍁
@cher1292 Happy Thanksgiving to you too! I hope you have a wonderful day 💗
@@christicovington I honestly was having a very down moment/day/month. The holidays get me every year so when she asked that question about a no buy month that’s is exactly what was on my mind. But I absolutely did not say it to be mean to Stephanie! I swear to you that I’m not a keyboard warrior and watch people’s videos just to comment something mean. Not that you believe me but I would never intentionally hurt her feelings!! NEVER! Again Happy Thanksgiving enjoy your family/friends today and always.
@cher1292 I'm so sorry that you're struggling this time of year. I can totally understand. I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings by my comment. Sometimes, it's hard to understand what people are trying to say through text. I apologize if I misunderstood what you were saying. I've seen people be mean to content creators for sharing what they bought before. I'm sorry that I assumed that's what you meant. You seem to be a very kind and loving person. I sincerely hope that your holidays are good and memorable this year with more laughter and joy than ones in the past. God bless you and forgive me for misinterpreting your comment. Much ❤️
Aren't oil sticks just solid oil paint? As in, oil paint with some wax added in? Some time ago I saw the Sennelier promotion video where they claimed they're soluble with turpentine or mineral spirit or linseed oil. Now I'm confused. Do they really dry like water soluble paint? Or do they polymerize like regular oil paints with film on top? I'd assume the latter since you need to peel off the skin to use them but seeing you use them on paper makes me wonder. Are they save to use on non-gessoed paper?
Hi Renata! That is what Sennelier says, and why I'm interested in trying them. I would read up on them from different art store sites before purchasing to make sure they meet your needs. They do dry completely on paper, and but I'm still testing them. So far, I use them on Arches rough paper, on top of failed paintings. It as not gone through the back side. I think the more proper way to use it, is on canvas that has been gessoed. I'm far from an expert, just excited to try all the art supplies and learning as I go. Also, check out Sennelier's RUclips channel. They have many videos, and Live streams where they talk more about their products. I hope that helps! 💗
Don't allow folks to blame you for their inability to keep to their budgets. It's not your problem... Let your flag fly!!
Thank you!! I've shared before I often use credit card rewards, etc. but I really don't want anymore hate for sharing beautiful supplies I love. 💗
Yes!!! We are here for it all! 🎉❤
Thank you, Ann!
I watched another video of someone who has used the sticks in their pans and she said she can get 3 full pans or 5-1/2 half pans from one stick. Hope this helps.
Thank you! I've heard a few people mention using them in half pans. Thanks for the help. 💗
so nice ❤❤❤ new subscriber
Thanks so much! I'm happy to have you! 💖
If you have credit card rewards and you’re only paying a small amount of actual money I would say that still qualifies as a low buy. The rewards aren’t actual cash so I don’t think they would count against the bottom line of what you spent. No, I’m not facilitating, lol. I’m just pointing out the obvious.
Thanks, Rayne! That is exactly how I rationalize investing in my future happiness. ;D