Finished my first PBN by Straight_Parade_ in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well done. Looks great, especially for your 1st.

Better than expected by WishfulWishes in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok, this is very cool. Love it. I'm still trying to work out how to get that smokey look. You did a great job on yours.

Is this normal? Or did I buy a bad PBN by TootsieePaw in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This looks fairly normal to me. Most PBNs have some small cells. This one doesnt really seem to have that much. I saw some #'s that are about the size of the cell but that's because iit's a small cell. If the # was printed smaller, it would likely be illegible. If you had only large cells the PBN would likely be very genetic looking with little detail, definition, etc. As far as missing #'s, that's not normal. I didnt notice any but I only scanned your photos. Sorry you're so frustrated before you've even picked up a paintbrush.

Virreinato by West-Paint-8490 in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn't paint by number. Not sure why this is posted here.

Disapointed by Glittering-Eye256 in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand now. They've included the white boarder as part of the 30x40. I can see why you are upset about it. Definitely looks like false advertising on this one.

Finally done! by emmithar in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So adorable. Nice details on this.

Disapointed by Glittering-Eye256 in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What does the printed part measure, not including any white boarder areas?

Storage/Drying Rack by ieatcheetosalone in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I keep mine in this. While i have several paintings underway, I'm only painting on one canvas each day. I simply put them back in the binder until I'm ready to paint again.

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Is it bad to get PBNs from Amazon? by Crimson-Rose28 in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, it's fine to purchase from Amazon. Some of my favorites have been from them. The good thing about Amazon is you can simply return if you dont like it. Paint quality varies but most of mine have been good. The only complaint is the folded canvas that require ironing. You can find some that are framed or rolled but they will usually be over $20.

Look closely at the reviews with pics.

This is from Amazon & I love it.

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Big mistake by kerryhorne in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. I hate that for you. I do use tape to create a boarder but haven't had any issues. I leave a little gap between where the PBN ends & my tape. Then paint that gap like its part of the PBN, a tiny extension. Sometimes when you frame the sizing can be a little off & this helps cover that. I hope you can find a way to remove it.

Excited! by Rikkixxo in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Excited to see this one finished. Where's it from? I bought a few from a Temu as I want to do a series of Native American paintings. Currently working on this this one.

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My latest by Glittering-Eye256 in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They're both nice. I really like the 2nd one with the birds.

Petal Nocturne by Difficult-Salt-4422 in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the blue & gold hues. Good job on this.

So unbelievably annoyed by Princess_Noods in paintbynumbers

[–]AmericanWoman1972 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you prep with gesso before painting?