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at true scale by an average adult, so you know what is arriving before you order it.
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Drawn to true scale against an average adult, 170cm / 5ft 7in.
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This is the photo we turn into your paint by numbers kit.
Cover the table, set good lighting, keep water and a paper towel nearby. Lightly iron the canvas on low (no steam) or tape it flat to a board.
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Organize paints & match numbers
Open one color at a time to prevent drying. If thick, add a drop of water and mix. Keep lids closed when not in use.
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Start smart
Work from top-to-bottom (or left-to-right if right-handed) to avoid smudges. Many painters begin with the background or darker areas for easy progress.
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Use the right brush for the area
Small brush for tiny cells; larger brush for big areas. Glide the tip—don’t press or splay bristles. Cover numbers fully; add a second coat after drying if needed.
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Rinse & dry between colors
Swirl in water, wipe on a towel until clean, then paint the next color. A barely damp brush gives cleaner edges.
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Let sections dry
Acrylic dries fast—about 10–20 minutes depending on thickness. Touch up gaps or streaks once dry.
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Store in-progress work
Close paint pots firmly; wipe rims so they reseal. Keep paints upright and the canvas flat.
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Finish & frame
After 24 hours, optionally seal with a clear acrylic varnish (matte or gloss). Then frame and enjoy!
Pro tips
If a paint is too thick, add a single drop of water and mix. If too thin, use two light coats.
Mist closed paint pots lightly with water if you’re painting for a long session to slow drying.
For tiny areas, a toothpick or fine liner brush can help hit small corners cleanly.
Use daylight or a neutral white lamp so colors look true.
I've done a lot of 80 color pictures and enjoyed them....this picture was woefully lacking details-especially around the earrings and bangles on scarf. I had to do a LOT of improvising. I posted the picture I improved...
I love the paintly drills. They are bigger. I don’t know how to describe it but I like these drills. They’re obviously different from other companies. I do wish that I would’ve gotten a bigger size so the details would show better but overall I love this painting.
I did enjoy the experience very much of painting this kit. I would recommend the colored background as it was somewhat difficult to see the sections with my senior eyes. I have to say the customer service with updates from Adam were excellent and very much appreciated! Thankyou.
I loved the challenge of an 80 color painting. have maintain this project for home only and have dedicated a few hours per week. I am almost done and so excited for the next one
It was impossible for me to see so many overlapping numbers to paint the areas! It was so frustrating because the numbers and the guide you gave me were so tiny I got so upset that I just had to stop! These paint by number sets are supposed to be fun!
Was really beautiful to paint. The canvas is very smooth. Not gritty like other canvases. 90% of the paints are thick enough to cover the numbers on first go. I think I only had maybe one or two paints that were a bit streaky and needed an extra coating. I did 48 colours and I think the more colours you use the better the paintings turn out :)
Beautiful! Love the addition of A/Bs to this. Enjoyed doing it for Halloween. Now a part of my beautiful collection of finished. Ready to order more and more from Paintly! My favorite site.
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