I’ve been using acrylic markers a lot these days, here’s why!

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends! Do you ever find yourself reaching for a supply, not because it’s your favorite but because it’s just so darn handy? That’s how I have been feeling about acrylic markers. I always have a stash of paint pens in the cubby under my desk, ready to make an appearance as a final detail or if I want to decorate a non-pourous service. I don’t even think about them; they are just easy to grab! So today I decided to create some art with them on purpose in a sketchbook, and it was a blast!

Many companies are making acrylic markers now so they are easy to find and affordable. You can find them in a variety of nib types (my favorite are brush tip as they are gentle on paper and feel like using a paintbrush), from fine to wide, so you are sure to find a marker that fits your needs. My favorite thing about them is how they cooperate with nearly all of the other media I like to use! So let’s raise a glass to the unsung workhorse of the studio, the acrylic paint marker, and let’s make some art!

Supplies (affiliate links used)

I do want to warn you about using fineliners over acrylic paint pens. Be sure to use a waterproof brand and let them dry completely. I hope you enjoyed this project, and til next time, happy crafting!

Sat Chat 5/2/26

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends! I hope you are having a creative day! We took a trip to the greenhouse today and painted all afternoon. It was a lovely day! Please enjoy this week’s Sat Chat.

Lots of topics today, from marker recycling to painting, to hauls.

Have a wonderful rest of your weekend! Happy crafting!

Last Day to Save 50% on Getting Started with Gouache!

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends! Just a quick note to let you know that the 50% off launch special for Getting Started With Gouache ends tomorrow!

I have seen some beautiful paintings created by my students in the lessons. Here is what some of them have to say:

OMG I already learned so much! Thank you Lindsay!

-Kim York

What a great lesson! I’m so excited to learn more about using a limited palette to get all of the colors that I may need to do a painting

-JoanneClark

I’m halfway through the course and loving it! Lindsay is an awesome teacher! Each project is broken down into easy and understandable lessons. You go as slow or as fast as you wish. And you can do it over again! And when you’re done with each painting, you can post it, you can ask questions along the way, and you get wonderful feedback and help each step of the way. I can’t recommend taking this course enough.

-muggyisawesom (via Instagram)

Getting Started with Gouache focuses heavily on color mixing. We use a simple set of 5 colors to paint all of the projects in the class, as well as gouache painting techniques. If you have been curious about gouache painting or want to improve your understanding of color theory, please consider enrolling in Getting Started with Gouache today!

  • The 50% off launch special ends on 5/1/26
  • Click any discount link in this post or use the coupon code: GCLAUNCH to reveice 50% off the regular price.
  • Regular price is $89, with the coupon it’s $44.50, before tax if applicable.

Thanks for considering joining me on this gouache journey, and have a creative day!

Lindsay

Pretty Spring Daisies in Gouache, Real Time Tutorial

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

In case you missed the livestream last week, I wanted to post it here for you to enjoy!

https://youtube.com/live/2m7vC1EgFRE

Supplies (affiliate links used)

Do you want to learn gouache? And color mixing? And save 50% during the launch month special? Well, here you go, Getting Started with Gouache is here and 50% off through April!
*Use coupon code GCLAUNCH if the discount doesn’t automatically appear
**Offer ends 5/1/2026
***You get lifetime access so you can buy it now while it is on sale and paint later!

That’s all for today. Happy crafting!

Sat Chat 4/25/26

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends! Yes, I know I am a day late posting the chat to my blog, but I got sidetracked yesterday, and I swear that was the story of my whole week LOL! Do you ever have one of those weeks where you continually make MORE work for yourself with every task you try to complete? That was me last week, but still, I’d say it was a good week. I’ll tell you all about it in Sat Chat!

Stuff I mentioned:

Last days to save 50% on Getting Started with Gouache!
*Use coupon code GCLAUNCH if the discount doesn’t automatically appear
**Offer ends 5/1/2026
***You get lifetime access so you can buy it now while it is on sale and paint later!

Daisy tutorial
Coastal tutorial

As always, if you are curious as to the other videos I have posted on YouTube that may not make it to the blog, you can poke around my YouTube channel, I have nearly 4000 tutorials, vlogs, and reviews over there, so there is probably something new to you you haven’t seen yet, and I really appreciate you having a look, and it’s free!

Happy crafting!

How to Create Depth and Atmosphere in Watercolor // Misty Sunset Seascape Postcard

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends, let’s paint this foggy sunset coastal scene on a 5″x7″ watercolor block. I will share techniques for creating atmospheric effects in watercolor using a round brush and limited supplies.

Supplies (Affiliate links used)

Thanks for watching and happy crafting!

Paint daisies with me today at 12pm Eastern Time!

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends! Just a quick note that I will have a free livestream today, Wednesday 4/22/26! You can get the supply list and reference photo here, and then join me on YouTube today at noon Eastern time and paint along! You can also ask me any questions you have about gouache or my new class, Getting Started with Gouache.

I also have some new videos uploaded to YouTube this week, including a cute way to make mini frames for pennies, perfect for ATCs or tiny paintings!

Don’t forget my new class, Getting Started with Gouache, is 50% off until the end of the month, and you get lifetime access so you can purchase it on sale and paint when you have the time! The discount should appear automatically, but if it doesn’t, use the code GCLAUNCH to get the deal!

I hope to see you at the livestream today at noon Eastern time! Happy crafting!

Sat Chat: A Frugal Flat File!

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends! Last week, my mom found me a map cabinet for $25 at a public auction. I painted it up, and I will show it to you in this week’s Sat Chat!

Stuff I mentioned in the chat:

I posted some still shots of my flat files as well as my plants on Instagram if you want to see them. I just put the plant on the deck for some sun, and I think I will join them! Happy crafting!

Make these mini frames for pennies using stuff you probably have!

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Hi friends, I have been having a ball making tiny paintings and ATC/ACEOs, which are the size of a baseball card, and I wanted a way to display them. I know you can put them in a baseball card holder or sleeve and call it a day, but I wanted to be fancy. Fancy but FRUGAL, so I came up with an idea!

These are affordable and rather addictive to make. There was a bit of trial and error coming up with the technique, but now that I have the process down, I will show you how in today’s video!

Supplies (Affiliate links used)

Tips!

  • If you have hot-glue strings, you can dissolve them with a quick blast from a heat gun. Some crafters swear that storing their glue sticks in the freezer reduces stringing, and I will say I got fewer strings crafting in my cool basement.
  • Silicone tools (like nail tools or a silicone spatula) are great for smoothing uneven areas or wiping away extra hot glue.
  • You can use scissors to trim excess glue off the frame once it is cool.
  • Any extra clear hot glue can be used in a hot glue pot if you have one, making this as waste-free as you want to be!
  • Since we are using a high-temperature hot glue gun, the making of the frames is not a craft for small children, but they can have fun painting and decorating the finished shapes!
  • It might take a frame or two to find your groove. Be patient with yourself and have fun!

Happy crafting!