Brushes Demystified & Brush Set Giveaway!

| thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich

Update! Giveaway closed, thanks to all that entered, the winner is: Janet Okelley!

Also the Fabart interchangeable brush sets are back in stock and the 20% off coupon code: 7XOWSQJ9 has been extended through 12/7/16

Hi friends! Have you ever wandered through the art store and wondered what all of those artist brushes were used for? Well today you are in luck because I will tell you {almost} everything you ever wanted to know about brushes but were afraid to ask;)

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This video is packed with information and techniques. You might even want to grab your brushes and some scrap paper and try some of the brushstrokes along with me to help you learn what brushes do what. I hope you find this video helpful!

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OK, I have some good news and some bad news, the good news is that I get to give away a set (paint brushes or knitting needles) of your choice from the FABART store, the bad news is that the interchangeable brush set I demonstrated in the video sold out within hours of the video going live. I have talked to the manufacturer and they hope to have more brushes in next week. In the meantime I want to know in the comments what brush set (or knitting needles) would you like to win if I picked your name. Have a look at these sets and let me know in the comments below! Remember you can pick the set I used in the video because they will be back in stock soon;) I will pick a lucky person in a week and they will win their pick!

This blogpost is sponsored by FABART! Use coupon code 7XOWSQJ9 to save 20% at FABART (Also Amazon Prime members get free 2 day shipping!) They have another 12 brush set that I like for watercolors and it has most of the shapes that the interchangeable set has and the bristles are dense and absorbent and it comes in a travel case. This set is not as compact as the one in the video because all the brushes have permanent handles but it is a great alternative!

 

In this video you will learn many ways to use the following brushes:

Round Brush
Liner Brush
Spotter Brush
Dagger Brush
Angle Brush
Flat Brush
Bright Brush
Fan Blender
Rake Brush
Deerfoot Stippler
Filbert/Oval Wash
Cat’s Tongue

I hope this helps you get more use out of your brushes and gives you the courage to try something new! Don’t forget to leave your brush set pick in the comments below because you might win your choice next week! Thanks for stopping by and til next time happy crafting!

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287 thoughts on “Brushes Demystified & Brush Set Giveaway!”

    1. Great informative video. If I win, I’d love the set as shown in your video with the interchangeable handles. They would be great to take to my art class !

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  3. Another great video. I was so sad that the brushes were sold out. Can’t wait till they are back in stock. For those crafty knitters, I love interchangeable knitting needles.
    If I won, I’d pick those paint brushes. Sap green with envy 😉😂🖍🎨🖌

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  7. Really liked the video, a great tutorial on how to use some Brushes I’ve seen in catalogs , and wondered what they did. I would love to have that interchangeable heads set of brushes. Neat travel set.

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  9. I love the interchangeable handles. Looks like it might go easier on the handles when cleaning. Or when students grab your best brushes but leave them in the water….. Grrrrr. Love these.

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  10. Great video and like many others the brush aisle can be so confusing. Love this set you showcased and if I win I will be willing to wait until they are back in stock.

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  13. That was a great video. I finally know what they all do, mystery solved. It will really help in my future purchases. I’d love the set you used when available.

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  16. I really like the brush set you show cased! I don’t knit so I don’t have an opinion on that… Sorry! Thank you for your great Video’s Lindsay, I look so forward to all of them:-)

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  17. Outstanding video! You never cease to amaze me (and amuse me too). The travel brushes would be nice as a winning gift as I have recently retired (after 30 years) and we are packing up that old 5th wheel to do some traveling. My Sweetie thinks we should tow a 12 foot trailer for all my crafty stuff…. now that is an idea, but I am sure it was a “cheeky” reply on his part.

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  18. Loved the video! I have been painting a bit but in oil, not watercolor, so good to know what (some) of my brushes can do when I get some new paints! If I won I would want the 12-piece artist quality set. Shame there isn’t a crochet hook set like the knitting set! XD

    I am very glad I found your channel following some youtube-chains looking at watercolors! ^_– lot’s of vids I hope to find time to watch!

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  19. Hi Lindsay,
    Love the info on those Fabart brushes. I love the travel set, the ones you showed. I went to Amazon and they are no longer currently available, so I sure hope I win them.
    Thanks for all your hard work.
    Candy from Phoenix, OR

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  20. Thanks for explaining all the different brushes and demo the use, I always wondered how to get the fur effect and now I know. Thank you!

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  22. I absolutely love the set you used in the video! I would love to have some quality brushes, I love the deer foot brush, seems it would do all the work for me lol. It would be great for me to use while experiencing plein air painting. Thanks Lindsay!

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  23. Thank you for showing us how to use each of these brushes! Definitely taught me a bunch of new techniques. I would love to win the 12 piece artist quality set.

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  24. Wow! I sure had a surprise coming to me!! I “thought” I ordered the interchangeable brush set! I literally ordered it while watching your video the night you posted it. But I guess when the set you were showing sold out, either Amazon or Fabart had the link you posted switch to the full size set, and I didn’t notice. So now I have the full size brushes coming to me tomorrow! I was SO looking forward to those interchangeable ones!! I did get to use the coupon code, so that’s something. No worries; I’d love to win your set 🙂 but if not, I’ll keep checking for it to be back in stock!

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  28. I loved your video and if I won I would like those interchangeable head brushes. Thanks for all the time you put in your videos.

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  34. Great informative video! This really helps a lot to see all of the different types in action! You always make it look so easy! If I won, I would like the interchangeable set you demonstrated.
    Thanks so much!

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  35. I loved the set of paint brushes that you had on your video….I love watching you paint you make it so easy…..I try to follow sometime but it doesn’t come to yours but I keep trying.
    Thank you Lindsay.

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  36. Lindsay I’m going to be in a condo in the mountains over Christmas and would love to have the travel set of brushes you had in the video to bring with me. Maybe I could paint a really nice watercolour of the Rockies since I’ll have five days to practice. lol

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  39. I’d love the interchangeable brush set. The travel set is perfect for whenever I want to create something beautiful! Thank you for a chance to win one. God Bless!

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  42. Hello Lindsay! I love watching your videos, both for your beautiful art and entertaining and informative commentary! Your brush video showed me so many brushes that I didn’t know existed, and now I want them all 😅 You are actually the reason why I started watercolour, and now I’m totally addicted. If I won, I would love the travel set of watercolour brushes with the interchangeable handles. So far, I’ve been exploring the wonderful world of watercolours with my trusty size 8 round, which is in desperate need of a vacation after being carted to and fro every day. Your videos are often the highlights of my week and always a place to unwind with some paints. Thanks you for all your time and generosity that goes into them.

    PS. I now own a 24 set of the gorgeous Mjello Mission Gold paints thanks to you. Thank you! Also, I’m Canadian, which I wanted to tell you in case shipping would be an issue.

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  43. I enjoy your videos and gained a lot of techniques and benefits from them. I really like the set of brushes you used in the video, but I guess the next would be the 12 piece Artist Quality set, if the interchangeable one isn’t available. Thank you again for sharing your talent. Take care.
    RuthAnn King.

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  44. Great video. It’s kind of funny, the day before I had spent about 3 hours searching YouTube for beginner water color tuts that went through and explained the different brushes and listed exercises/techniques to do. (I found a few but none had your great personality (I love that you just chat and laugh and have a good time in your videos, it’s contagious and makes me laugh and have a good time too rather than stressing that my painting is not as good as yours), and most never said “hey try this it is great quality but less expensive” –seriously, the majority of them were like you want nothing less than cold press, 300lb paper and [insert high end brand name here] professional pigments and [insert high end brand name here] brushes)

    A few years ago I inherited all my Grandmother’s art stuff, and have no idea what half of it is for (my crafting at the time was limited to photography, beading, and woodworking). Last year I discovered you and your videos. Your videos have helped a lot; with figuring out what is what, different techniques and ways of doing things, and places to go for more tutorials and classes (lol, I asked for Craftsy classes for X-mas).

    As much as I love having my Grandmother’s brushes, she worked mostly with oils. Maybe I’m doing something wrong or they are to old, but the brushes don’t seem to play well with water color; needless to say I could use a set of new brushes. I would love the travel set or the 12 piece artist set.

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  45. I love the brushes but I also just started knitting and think I would prefer the knitting needle set. Great job on the video! I learned a lot.

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  46. Great video, now I know what some of the brushes I have actually do. I love the travel set you used. I will keep checking to see if they get more in stock, but please let us know, if you find out they have more in stock.

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  47. Fabulous video… I hadn’t heard of a couple of the brushes… I would love to win a set like you showed in the video… I have been following you for a couple of years and have signed up for Tam Laporte’s Life Book 2017 after seeing it on your blog. The brush set would be ideal for that course wouldn’t it. Thank you ..

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  48. lots of info. couple brushes I didnt even know about.. loved the watercolor set you didthe demo on. Thnak you for all you do!

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  49. Thank you for all the brush info!! You are such an inspiration to so many people 🙂 especially me 😊 (I like the 12 brush set with handles)

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  50. What a Wonderful video. Your hair and makeup are gorgeous. You really look like a movie star. I learn so much from you and when i am needing to learn a new technique your tutorials are the first place i look.
    Thank you so much for your many hours of sharing with us..’

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  52. This is a very clever brush set! I have so many brushes. I learned a lot from your video. you always have a great take away from your videos. Thanks for that!

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  53. Lindsay, the travel brush kit looked very good in your demo. The key can also be used to snug the ferrule to the handle, need to do that with my interchangeable knitting needles.

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  56. Dear Lindsay, I just love watching your videos. I make cards and never really thought I would like to paint, but you inspire me to try watercolor in my card making. Thanks for all the great videos, it is always enjoyable watching them, you’re a hoot! I would prefer the brushes if I win:)

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  58. Thank you for the awesome giveaway !! I would love to try the brush set that you used. I am just getting into card making and a little watercolors, so those would be perfect.
    I hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving.
    Thank you again !!!

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  63. Love the video on brushes as well as the clear demo on each. If I were to win, I’d want the interchangeable brush set featured in the video. But the artist brush sets in general look really nice.

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  71. Fabart 38 piece purple interchangeable aluminum knitting set is what I would chose as a prize. How kind of Fabart to donate such a prize. Your videos are always very informative. Thanks.

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  73. What an amazing video, Lindsay! It was fascinating and so very helpful to watch you using each type of brush. I’m hoping to have such a wonderful collection of brushes for watercoloring. It would be wonderful to watch the video again while trying out each type of brush. I would love to try this interchangeable set from FabArt. Thanks so much for all that you share with us, Lindsay! ♡

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  76. The interchangeable brush set is my pick, so PLEASE pick me 🙂

    It seemed you had to reload these brushes more often than usual. Are they actually better for acrylic and so-so for watercolor?

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  78. These are so cool…I would love to win/have this set…the interchangeable brush system is brilliant…great for traveling and outings…that would be so fun…and the case is awesome too…thank you so much for sharing this with us….hugs..gloria

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  80. This demo has been fantastic and much appreciated. I’ve painted with watercolors for a while and never knew the properties of the various brushes. Thank you so much for this great lesson. I would opt for the watercolor brushes.

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  81. I am new to watercolor and crafting. Your videos have inspired me to try new things. After watching this video I immediately looked for the interchangeable set of brushes (making a Christmas wish list) because I realized that I don’t really have a way to protect brushes when I go to the botanical gardens to paint and I only have four brushes right now! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  82. I would choose the interchangeable set! Mostly because I need a set that can travel. I do most of my painting sitting on the couch or just about anywhere but a table. 🙂

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  84. i live in a small rv so would love the interchangeable set of brushes you used in the video. thank you for the opportunity to win and most of all thanks for all the wonderful videos you have done – you have given me so much to look forward to ❤ 😀

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  85. Great video.This information will be very useful as I begin my watercolor journey. I would love to win the watercolor brush set.

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  87. Lo e all tne videos, I have been learning so much about different medias from you. If I win , I would choose the brushes. Thank you.

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  89. Love your videos..and thank you for the opportunity to take place in your giveaway!!!!! I love painting with acrylics…and i am new in watercolors..If i win ilet you choose the best for me..I send you my love from Greece ..Xrisa

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  92. One of the excellent videos on using different brushes, learnt a lot from it. I would love to have the paint brushes if i won.

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  95. Oh how I love watching your videos but this one has me dancing in the streets! Kudos to you for telling us what we’re looking at in the art store and how to use the brushes. If I’m lucky enough to win I would like the set you used in the video, perfect for the person on the go. Thanks!

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  97. What a fantastic video and just what I needed. I am a total beginner and haven’t even tried to paint yet so this was just perfect for me. Thank you for all the information you shared.
    I would love the paint brushes you used in the video, and can’t wait to get started. I’ve bought a set of paints so all I need now are brushes.

    Suzanne

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  99. I like the 12 piece set . I do have a question the case it comes with what is that on the inside.. I saw you put a wet tip in there is it absorbent or is it just like a foam padding stuff ?

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  100. Well…. I want the set like the one you demo’d, since I went to go buy it and found out they must have been sold out. I like the size of the one you have and the fact that there are over a dozen brushes with only 3 handles. Too cool

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  101. I enjoyed the quick trip down memory lane, lol. My first art teacher went through each brush thusly while we copied and experimented. I also use the round as my go to in most of my paintings. I can get many of same strokes with it as the other paintbrushes. I do, however, love a choice of quality brushes. The interchangeable set would be grand but, if I win, I’d settle for the regular handled set.

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  103. Hi there, I watched your video on brushes and realized how much I appreciated your demonstrating each brush, and what you can do with it. It gives me some interesting ideas for texturing and using the different shapes. But then that is why I subscribe and watch all of your videos. You humanize the information and I have fun learning from you. Thanks. Thanks. I have never used a travel type brush, and it would be great to have a chance. The set you demonstrated is great.
    Thanks for sharing all of your artsie, craftie information.

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  104. Hi Lindsay. Thanks for finding out about UK supplies of the Fabart paint brushes, I wait with baited breath. I wonder if the competition is open to UK members? If so I would like to put my name forward. Many thanks. Julie x

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  106. I would choose the 13 piece Tri-grip brushes for children. I have a seven year old I am raising who would love them along with several other grandchildren who are at Grandma’s all the time. I always need more supplies and tools for their art work.
    Thank you for the videos and the opportunity to win.

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  111. I love your videos and how your eyes sparkle when it comes to brushes and painting in general. The set you used, the interchangeable ones would be awesome. Patience is a great thing. Thank you.

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  112. Thanks Lindsey for that video which was very informative begin a total beginner with watercolors myself. Now I know what each of them can do thanks to you. I agree that Fabart 12 piece travel set would be a very cool travel set to have. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  113. I just love love love this video I have a I never understood what did what just took pot luck, this is my fav of all time videos it has taught me so so much on something I had no idea, thank you thank you thank you now I can get some decent brushes and know what they do! 🙂
    I know it’s a little early but Happy Holidays hope you keep up the great demos/videos/instruction in 2017.

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  115. Please consider me in winning the interchangeable traveler’s/brush set kit. 😄😄😄😊😊😊🖼🖼🖼🎨🎨🎨I am a Gongbi artist. I have been a Youtube subscriber of your videos. I have learned so much from your many teachings. You have helped me save materials but get the best quality. When I heard your video about the brushes, I was so happy because maybe I could win these brushes that I have never tried. When I did my tiger painting I had to individually paint the strokes or sqeeze the brush(which didn’t give great results). The rake will definitely help me. The fan is a new thing. I live half the year in Asia and this kit will surely help me during my travel. The deerfoot technique was an awesome technique I learned. Like you, I did not graduate from an art school. I am a retired and trying to improve my new found hobby. Watching your videos are do VERY VERY helpful to me. Please don’t stop in continuing to teach us new things and old ones……Please choose me in winning the interchangeagle travel’s/brush kit……….

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  119. I would love to win the interchangeable brushes! I’m so glad to have this tutorial. You are the only art teacher I have ever had, so having the knowledge on what all those brushes are for was crucial! Thanks so much.

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  124. Terrific video! It was so helpful to see who does what. I’ve had brushes for years that were mysteries to use so know consistencies of paint was very helpful too. Thanks! I would love to have the interchangeable set that you used. And Happy Thanksgiving! I’m sure I can speak for everyone saying we’re thankful to have such a cool teacher!

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  125. Informative, as always. I would love either brush set, though the interchangeable set caught my eye at first, I am a traditionalist and would prefer the 12 piece with their own handles. Happy Thanksgiving!

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  126. Thanks for another great demo, Lindsay. I would love the set you used in the video if I win, please. Much appreciated,
    Joy

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  130. Very interesting idea for brushes! Thanks for sharing your wisdom. While I like the idea I don’t think I would find it functional for how I use watercolor. So I would pick the Fabart 13 Piece Tri-Grip Children’s Artist Brush Set with Easy Grip Handles Perfect for Little Hands. Thanks again for the give away.

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  133. Thanks for the great video! If I were to win, I would wait patiently for the set you demonstrated to come back into stock. Thanks!!

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  135. Loved this video Lindsey, i certainly learned a lot from it. If i was to win i would love the Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set. This set still has a wonderful variety of brushes that i could use daily on any painting. Thank you for all you do. 🙂 🙂

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  138. Thank you!! I have often wondered what is this one for or that one does WHAT? You have given me enough information so that I feel more confident buying brushes now!!
    I would like the Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set – Round, Flat, Comb, Dagger, Deerfoot, Angular, Filbert, Rake set if I was the lucky winner! I am a painting addict so I have a lot of brushes that I now know what to do with them!! !THANKS again!
    HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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  139. HAPPY THANKSGIVING to you and your family and please know how GRATEFUL AND THANKFUL I am for all your informative, educational, inspiring, EVER SOOOO GENEROUS and entertaining art instructional videos!!!!! I have been watching you for a couple of years now and would like you to know that I have learned more from your delightful videos than all my college level art classes combined! They included multiple painting, drawing, printmaking, and ceramics! BUT I SWEAR I HAVE LEARNED FAR MORE FROM WATCHING YOU THAN ALL THOSE COMBINED!!!!!! Your latest on the brushes was EXCELLENT; NEVER GOT THAT IN ANY OF MY CLASSES!!!

    YOU ARE AN ABSOLUTE RARE TREASURE AND I TREASURE ALL THAT YOU DO!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!

    P.S. Amazon did not carry the set you demonstrated and when I clicked on the Fabart link it kept going to Amazon??

    Love and peace, Marie R. Mason

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  140. Wonderful video! The information you provided will be so helpful to me. If I win, I would like the Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set. Thanks!

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  142. i am so happy you did this demo on the different brushes! it is so helpful to get the knowledge of what each brush can do, i have played around with some of the different brushes, but never knew the basic purpose, so thats why this demo is so great. if you PICKME, i would love the set you demoed.thanks for the chance–diane

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  145. I would love the brushes from your video! My big problem is that most of my brushes are really cheap, and the paint comes off the handles and the handles separate from the bristles– and not in a good way like these. Since I paint in both watercolor and acrylic, these would be great!

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  146. I don’t currently have a set of brushes, but would love to win a set! Thanks for showing us what they are used for and what they do. It reminded me of when I was taking art in school (and that was a long time ago! lol). I would like either the set you demoed or the 12 piece Adult set that was shown at the Amazon site. Thanks again, Lindsey!

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  147. Thank you, Lindsay! Yet another very informative video. I would love to have a set of the interchangeable ones but since they are not available right now (wonder why… *wink wink*), I would love the Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set if I should be so lucky to be picked! Thanks again and I look forward to your next upload.
    Chrissie

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  148. I would love to win the brush set you demoed. Love your videos, they are so informative you are a great teacher because you keep it interesting.

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  149. Awesome video! It would be very helpful for me if I watched it in the beginning of my painting journey. Nontheless, it was still you who inspired me to try out watercolours and be less caught up on details so my painting became definitely more flowy and free.
    When it comes to brushes, I usually use my big ol’ round that I bought from Berlin when I was visiting my sister. It packs so much water and yet holds its point, it’s like magic! And it’s cruelty free which I always appreciate, since the bristles are synthetic. I also use big flat for watercolours, for bigger washes, and it was cheap as well!
    In acrylics, that I just recently picked up, I use mostly big flats, filberts and rounds, along with palette knife to create texture.
    I have a big collection of brushes (I’m pretty sure it’s well over 50) and I wish I had brushes of better quality. I’m thinking about giving my brushes that I don’t use all that much to my niece and replace them with some better ones.

    From the Fabart, I’d choose the set you presented in the video, since it looks like a perfect travel kit.

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  151. Hello !!!!! I miss watching the Friday vid’s !!! (survey guy oregon) Fabart 12 Artist brush set please !!!! If Santa can’t bring that, then maybe you can remind him all I’ve wanted for years now is a mountain banshee (one of those flying birds from the movie Avatar).

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  152. Thank you Lindsay, I found this video very helpful as with all of your videos. If you would happen to pick me for the brush set I would love the set you have on the video! You are such a great inspiration, thank you so much for all that you do! I hope you are having wonderful day! 😊

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  153. Thank you Lindsay for this great intro to brushes. I learned a lot. I love the brush set you demoed, but the 12 brush set would be wonderful too. If I were to win a set and absolutely had to choose, I think I’d opt for the knitting needles set. Thanks again! Wanda

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  154. Thank you so much for the great video! Very informative and you are such a wonderful inspiration, I really look forward to all of your videos. If you should happen to pick me I would love the brush set that you demoed in your video! I hope you are having a great day Lindsay!

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    1. I apologize for putting two comments in Lindsay, I didn’t think my first one uploaded so I put it in again! Please disregard this one! 😋

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  155. Thank you very very much! Now I know how to use every single brush I have bought but never used … Oops. I’d love to win the set you demoed. It’s so easy to store without damaging them and it can be useful with acrylics and watercolors as well. Thanks again for all of your useful videos. Miriam

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  156. I’d love to win the travel set in the video for my daughter who is a beginning painter. She would love to experiment and create with these!

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  157. I love watching your videos. They have taught me alot. The best things about them is where to get all of the fabulous tools and supplies you use. I would love to win the Fabart interchangeable 15 piece Travel Brush Set. Thank you so much for all you teach.

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  159. Loved the video. It answered some of my questions concerning brushes. I would love to win the Fabart 15 piece Travel Brush set. Thank you.

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  160. I loved the brush video. Would love to win a set like the one showed. But I would take anything. Thank you so much, Lindsay!!!

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  163. In love with the brush set you used in the video, its just great for small spaces.
    ! enjoy your videos and have learned alot from them.Thanks

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  164. Ooh I’d love the interchangeable brushes you used Lindsay! So versatile and I love the case! I’m anxious to try the rake and deer foot stippler! Thank you for this opportunity!!! 🙂
    ~BaxtersMommaMarci

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  165. The Fabart Interchangeable set would be great for all the traveling we hope to do. Recently retired and finally have time to try watercolor. I’ve learned so much from your fun tutorials. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and inspiring me!

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  166. I watch your videos all the time. I love your ideas! If I am chosen I would like Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set – Round, Flat, Comb, Dagger, Deerfoot, Angular, Filbert, Rake

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  167. Hi Lindsay, Thank you so much for this video. As a beginner, you are right, we look at tons of brushes and say, gee I hope this is the right set of brushes or to pick one brush and hope it works. I really love watching your instructional video’s and keep referring back to them..I would love to win any set of water color brushes, I know you would pick out the best set.. I certainly trust your judgement and will hope I am the lucky winner. Thanks again.

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  168. Lindsay,
    This video should be played the first day of Art 101. I have a degree in art and never had a demonstration of what each type of brush could achieve. My University also had no courses in watercolor so you have become that instructor for me. Thank you. I only found you this year and have been working my way through your tutorials. Even when I mess up l just hear you saying ” it’s only paper” or ” try fixing it with colored pencils.” I rescued the crow on the fence and the water lily that way and I rather like both of them now. I leave town every weekend and take my watercolors along. Have some water brushes but the brushes you demonstrated are genius. Please keep the tutorials coming, I just sketched out the birds nest to paint. Keep your fingers crossed it stays a watercolor and I don’t have to haul out the colored pencils.
    Janine

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  173. Very good demonstration. You brought to light a few hazy areas that I had forgotten and new info I will be using. Thank you. I appreciate your show and it has been catching me backup and is interesting. Should you chose me in the give away a travel set would be nice the compact for plain air or the longer set for family travel and home. Thank you again. Deborah S. Rehberg aka DoorWayArt

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  176. Great information.Thank you. I like the set you showed in your video.It looks to be great for trying out different tips. I really enjoy your videos.

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  178. What fun! Loved the video…I learned a lot! Would love to be entered for the set you used with the interchangeable brush heads! Thanks for the chance!

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  179. Love your videos. Wanted to let you know that I picked up the Derwert Inktense 72 set at Amazon (Derwent Colored Pencils, Drawing, Watercolor, Art, Inktense Ink Pencils, 72-Pack (2301843)
    Sold by: Amazon.com LLC
    $53.97) What a great price. Thought others might like to know.

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  180. Hi so enjoyed this video, I was always confused about the different brushes available but you made it so clear. Would love to win the travel set you used. Thanks 😊

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  181. Lindsay this is great! Been painting in watercolor for 5 years and am soooo happy I found a great teacher! If I win the brushes I promise to paint EVERY day. Thanks for all your hard work.

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  182. I learned a lot about some brushes I have not tried like the deerfoot and cat’s tongue nd I thin my fave will be the rake brush since I want to try painting some animals.if I win I Would love either the travel 12 piece brush set or the interchangeable brush set. You have inspired me to retake my watercolor practice! Thanks Lindsey

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  184. I’m a beginner n I enjoy your video s I would love that brush set for fabart I can’t find a set so maybe I can win one

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  186. Love the video, I would definitely like to have the brush set shown in the video simply because it is travel worthy and I have very limited space for all my crafting stuff. Thanks for all the inspiration and the time you spend sharing your ideas and talent with us all.

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  189. Another fun and informative video. The brush set you demonstrated looks like it would suit my needs well, as I love to paint outdoors as much as possible. Thanks for always sharing so much helpful information 🙂

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  190. Your videos was very Informative, as are all of your videos.
    Was disappointed to not find interchangeable brush set for sale. Would love to have a set! Thank-you.

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  191. Lindsey, your videos are very Informative, would love the set of interchangeable brushes, as I’m sure everyone would!

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  192. You did a great job explaining brush types. Many people who have videos on brushes only focus on different types of hairs/synthetic fibers brushes can be made out of or just tell you which type are better for what kind of paintings; I like how you explained each type and demonstrated them. I really like the brushes you demonstrated in the video.

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  194. GONE,.. all gone!!.. ::Sobs quietly in her tissue::. As I was watching your informative video on the set of travel brushes by Fabart, I paused you and immediately put the set in my cart at Amazon. I finished watching your video, and, when time permitted went to Amazon to complete the purchase. ::Snivels:: but… but it was too late!! Your demonstration of the set caused a massive stampede to all the known sources for these brushes and when the dust settled… ::sigh: there was not one to be found… ::sniffles:: So….. , I would LOVE to have the opportunity to own that set. ::Dries her eyes::… Whew, I feel a little better getting that off my chest! Thank you much Lindsey for sharing your knowledge freely with the masses. ::smiles, remembers she is supposed to be barely recovering from her sadness at missing out on the brush rush::… jk… xoxo Angie

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  195. I really like the Fabart 12 piece artist brush set. Thanks for this video. It was very informative and fun to paint along with you, even though I don’t have all of the brushes you demonstrated. BTW, you look super gorgeous in this video. hugs, Teresa (PEI)

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  197. Love the info. I would love to win the set, Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set – Round, Flat, Comb, Dagger, Deerfoot, Angular, Filbert, Rake listed first. Thanks for the chance to win! Oh and love your new look!

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  198. I’ve been excited about this video since you mentioned it during last Friday Live! Thanks so much for teaching me about the different brushes. I would like the brush set you demo’d if by chance I win. Thanks again Lindsay!!!

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  199. Wow, you continue to inspire me to step outside my comfort zone and experiment with new brushes. I absolutely love the travel set you used with the interchangeable brush heads, but would be thrilled to be able to use the 12 piece set as well. Either way I’d be able to enjoy a new experience when it comes to learning to watercolor. I’m going to try your shell tutorial tonight and have plans to relax and paint over the holiday weekend. Thanks so much for sharing your passion with us and happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

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  200. Hello! I love your youtube, I learn so much from you! If I were to win, I would love the interchangeable set you had in the video!

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  202. Hi Lindsay,
    Thank you for the tutorial on the brushes and the features or characteristics of each brush. As a new student to watercolor, I would love to win the interchangeable FABART if chosen. Love your videos, you continue to inspire, educate and motivate my artistic, craft endeavors. Wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving ! Regards,

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  204. Super helpful, especially for a beginner watercolor student/hobbyist. My friends and I had never heard of the Fabart so it was interesting to learn of a new brand. The 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set seems to be a great choice.

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  205. My favorite set is the compact travel one you showed, but if that isn’t available I would love to try the 12 piece set that is similar. Thank you for all the helpful information. I have often wondered what techniques some of those more unique brushes are good for.

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  206. I am going to be taking watercolor classes in January. Your video has given me a head start in understanding the function of different brushes. I would choose the artist quality watercolor brushes.
    Carol b

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  207. Thank you for the info. I learned so much. If I win I would like the brushes you demonstrated with. I really like that cat tongues brush. TFS.

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  210. Thank you for another fun video! If I were to win the give-away, the set you showcased in the video would be my choice.

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  211. Great video. If I were to win I would prefer the ones you demonstrated. I was fortunate to acquire a box of 35sets of knitting needles at an estate auction.

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  212. I have not used watercolors since I was a little girl. Quite honestly I never got the point of using them until, out of the blue, BAM … WATERCOLORS, it is all I can think of!! Because of my sudden discovery of this “new” medium, I began watching your insightful videos to quickly learn all I can (which only fuels my craving). Thank you for educating, entertaining and inspiring me. In recent years I have dabbled in acrylics (mostly for small Rosemaling projects). Currently the brushes I have range from 10/0 to size 4 filbert and a few liners too. I think it is high time I try my hand at watercolors and get used to painting with “BIG, JUICY brushes.” 🙂 I would be thrilled to be chosen for either paint brush set, but if you twisted my arm I would be forced to say you made me fall in love with the FABART interchangeable brush head travel kit used in your video. I am now inspired to share this with my family and friends. I do not mind waiting for FABART to replenish their stock. After all, I have waited this long to start painting in watercolors, what is a little longer going to hurt. 🙂

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  214. I like this video…in fact I like all your videos
    Especially the watercolor tutorials, they inpire me!
    And I would love to win the brushes
    Greeting from the Netherlands

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  216. It would be fantastic to win the set of interchangeable brushes that you demonstrated in the video….they would be great for traveling. You do such a great job with the videos and always give us such good info.

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  217. I really like the set you used in the video. Thanks for all of the instructional videos you do, I find them informative and very entertaining!

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  218. Lindsay,

    Thanks for the great brush tutorial. I get into the habit of just using a couple of styles of brushes because I forget all the great things you can do with a variety of brush types. Having a travel set like this one would be great on my plein air painting trips! Thanks for the great videos and the chance for the give away!

    Laura

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  219. The interchangeable brush set is brilliant, I would love to have that set. The brush tutorial was just what I needed, thank you!

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  221. This was a really helpful video plus it is great to have a chance to win the brush set. Now that is something to be thankful for! Thanks so much for making crafting fun. I think interchangeable brush tips is a great idea. No surprise they sold out so fast! my last art class was in elementary school so great to be able to learn as an adult from home.
    Happy thanksgiving!

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  223. I really like the ones with interchangeable brushes. I didn’t know they made those. Plus the case is great for travel. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  224. Thank you so much for this excellent tutorial. The cat’s tongue, must get one of those! Should I win I would love the 15 head travel set as you have demonstrated. Thanks again for a very informative tutorial.

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  225. Very informative video, Lindsay! If I won I would like the brushes with the interchangeable brush heads. Thank you so much for considering me.

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  226. Hello Lindsay…..THANK YOU for the tutorial about brushes…..it can be so confusing. Hope I win the brush set. I LOVE watching all of your videos. Keep up the good work.
    Angela

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  227. Your video on the brushes was very informative. I am just picking up my watercolor paints after years away from them. I will be looking for some new brushes and this looks like a nice set. Going to see what kind of Black Friday deals I can find. Happy Thanksgiving.

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  229. Great video!
    I LOVE these brushes! I’ve messed up a few brushes taking them place to place. Those look slick!
    Awesome info! Makes sense to get even kids some good brushes, so they’ll enjoy painting much more! I remember being frustrated with brushes that came with paint sets as a kid. Had I not taken a class & tried some good brushes, I probably would miss out on the fun of painting (at least with brush).
    I think this has reminded me & inspired me to get the grandkids some good brushes & paints for Christmas!
    It’s great to find your & other classes, paint parties, etc. online! It’s brought me back to painting/crafts in a big way! TY! I’m really enjoying it!
    A good brush for the job certainly makes a HUGE difference, and the difference between being frustrated or having a great time!

    If I win, I want the paintbrushes in the video would be preferred (another paintbrush set would be 2nd choice, knitting needles would be 3rd choice)! I hope this set comes back ASAP! What a tease! (Although I understand why they sold out! What a great idea to have removable handles!

    My granddaughter’s & grandson would LOVE these for Christmas! (So would I!) These look REALLY nice for traveling to & from classes! I’ve been using an old calendar, one of those bamboo ones that we used to see in Chinese restaurants, for many years! I painted over the calendar with gesso, then weaved elastic through it.
    I REALLY like these brushes! I’m going to have to give these a try! My GD is in college & taking art classes along with her other classes & these would be GREAT for her going to & from school!
    SO nice of you to share uses of brushes! I’ve never seen the “Cat’s tongue” brushes, but I’ve cut a couple of brushes up to create something similar! 🙂 Cutting ends & edges of those really cheap foam brushes has it’s uses as well!
    This brush set will be cherished!
    (I have a few brushes I’ve literally had for over 35 years, and while they certainly aren’t in their “glory days”, I have taken great care of them, kept paint on the tips & out of the feral, not left them soaking in water (or linseed oil) up past the feral, which seems more than anything to destroy brushes quickly!
    Great care can take great quality brushes a LONG way! I just painted yesterday, use a new brush for part of it & realized I needed new brushes quite a while ago, yet STILL LOVE my old brushes!

    (I hope I’m not reposting this! It doesn’t seem to be posting???)

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  230. I would love the set you used in the video! I have actually been looking for a set like this, for awhile now! So glad you made this video 😀

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  231. Thank you for this giveaway, Lindsay! If I am chosen, I would like the set of brushes with the interchangeable handles. Thank you again for all the great watercolor painting videos. They are my favorites!

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  232. You’ve offered such great choices Lindsay. I’m really torn, but if I had to get one, I’d probably take the 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set. Thanks again for the video. 🙂

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  233. TY for the GREAT video!
    The travel brushes are incredible! I’d love a set! (Choice is 1-the travel brushes in the video 2-the other brush set, if you can’t get those & 3- the knitting needles)
    Getting good brushes for kids can make a difference between frustration & fun! Having the right brushes for the right job makes a HUGE differencein enjoyment!

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  234. I love your you-tube videos and watch them over and over. I would be happy to win the travel brush set or the artist brush set. Thanks for putting a smile on my face. Joyce

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  237. Thanks Lindsay! Great video, as always, and great to have the bonus of seeing your smiling face 😀 If I won this giveaway, I’d like the set you demonstrated!

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  238. Lindsay, I think you find The Best art supplies around. Those travel brushes are just adorable. Just the right thing to add to your art bag for traveling. Love the video as usual and can’t wait to get out my paints and get started on my Christmas paintings. Thanks for all the help you give so freely and for you bubbly personality, it shows in every video and is greatly appreciated. I can’t wait to get a set of those travel brushes to try.

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  239. Love your video, so much information. I am a beginner and have learnt so much from you. If I won, I would love the set that you demonstrated in your video please. Thankyou.

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  241. I can’t believe how much time you spend making these videos. Where do you get the time? This video was so informative (as all of yours are). I love the interchangeable brushes, partially because I could refer back to your video if needed, but also because they would be great for travel. Thanks for the tutorial.

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  242. I would be interested in the Fabart set. I really like the fact that they can be some good travel brushes. I’ve been looking for some travel brushes. I really enjoy your videos. There is so much useful information. I just seen a video on watercolor brushes. I purchased the cheapest ones, and I am not happy with them, so I decided to try one of the more expensive types. I wanted to get the Koi brand because it can be made smaller with the cap at the end for travel. I’ve been wanting to go down to the marina to do some sketching and painting. I’m in the process of making a travel watercolor set to take with me.

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  243. Thank you for another awesome video Lindsay ! I love the brushes! How do we use the coupon code? The links all lead to Amazon for the brushes – oh how I would love to win a set ! Thanks so much for everything you teach us 🙂

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  244. Very timely and Great information! And Thank You So Much for all your hard work, time and patience with us newbies!! If I could only use one word for your videos, it would be: Quality!
    (My pick would be the interchangeable brushes.)

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  246. Its amazing how many people have already commented….not to mention the brush sets selling out!!! I particularly love the set in the video…but alas, they are still sold out… Oh well. I typically don’t win anything so I will continue to watch amazon…and wait…
    Thanks so much Lindsay!! GREAT video!!!!
    Lauri

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    1. I am very interested in learning watercolor painting and have watched many of your videos. You are very talented and I enjoy listening to you because you explain things very clearly. My choice of brushes would be the Fabart Artist 12 piece watercolor brushes.
      Thanks for sharing your projects and your knowledge of painting.

      Linda D.

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  248. I would love to win the Fabart 12 piece Artist Paint Brush set!!! I’m currently working in acrylics, but am saving all your watercolor classes…I love watercolor, but am timid to try..
    Thank you for all you do!!

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  250. Hi Lindsay.
    Thank you so much for this video. It’s very useful for me. Inde sincèrement Last week I go on the Fabart site and the traveler’s set isn’t there. This is the one I would choose if I ever win. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

    Have a great sunday

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  251. I would love to win the knitting needles! It would be great to have this go-to set where I could find just the right size when I need it. Thanks for this awesome giveaway Lindsay!

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  252. Thanks for the Brush video Lindsay it’s helps A LOT! I really like the 15pc but would be a Happy Camper with the 12pc set too. Happy Holidays Everyone!

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  255. Thanks for the demo. It was very interesting. I think I would choose the Fabart set with the fixed handles and carrying case. It’s hard for me to exchange the handles due to a grip issue. Thanks. 🙂

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  256. Very informative video – most certainly learned something about brushes. Would just love a chance to win the brush set to use while out in the field or on the beach.
    Cheers

    Jenny

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  261. Your video on the brushes really helped me to understand my different brushes and what they are used for. Thank you
    Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set – Round, Flat, Comb, Dagger, Deerfoot, Angular, Filbert, Rake

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  263. I would love the jumbo junior artist set. As you mentioned, judikins color dusters are impossible to find. I’ve seen your tutorials on using them and I’d like to have a set to play with!

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  264. Another great review… I like the set you demoed in the video Lindsay.. Thanks for all you do… Look forward to seeing your lessons every Friday.

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  265. Boy this would be great! I’m trying to get supplies together for Wanderlust 2017. I’ve not done it before and an really excited! Thanks for the chance!

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  274. Oh no! Hope it isn’t too late to enter for chance to win the paint brush set. I went to order and the 15 piece set is out of stock. I enjoyed your video about the brushes. Thanks!

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  275. I would love the best set for a beginner water color brushes. I’ll leave to you to choose the best set. A travel set may be nice. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you for all that you do.

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  277. I really enjoyed watching this video and did learn some new things that I didn’t know. Too bad I didn’t watch this sooner so I could enter the contest LOL.

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  278. I love this video, it was great and very insightful. Before watching your videos I had the Koi and the Windsor and Newton watercolor paints that had been sitting for several months untouched for fear of using them, I had done acrylic painting awhile now (almost a year now and still learning so much) I also have a set of new Oil paints bought for me as an early birthday gift (my birthday is coming up on 12-12) that have never been touched yet……I have dabbled in the water color now due to inspiration from you and if I was to win I would definitely love to have the Fabart 15 Piece Interchangeable Artist Paint Brushes for Watercolor, Acrylics and Oils, because they are something I’ve wanted for a while now but simply can’t afford being a single parent now since September. The interchangeable heads are something so neat in my eyes alone but it’s got brushes I’ve been dying to try such as the dagger and the deerfoot stippler among others that I’ve been dying to try. Thank you so much for your insightful and awesome videos they really have helped me come out of my shell and feel more comfortable slowly with getting into watercolors because before your videos I was too afraid to even open the water colors and use them but your videos helped me step out of my fear zone and I’m slowly getting more and more comfortable with watercolors! I sincerely want to thank you so much for this chance to win and I look forward to each and every video you post, I literally wake up every day hoping there’s a video notification on the top of my phone LOL

    Thank you again!

    Brandi R.

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  279. super video…..I like the Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set – Round, Flat, Comb, Dagger, Deerfoot, Angular, Filbert, Rake

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  280. love your videos and teaching…I am learning so much! If I am lucky enough to win, I would pick these brushes…Fabart 12 Piece Artist Paint Brush Set – Round, Flat, Comb, Dagger, Deerfoot, Angular, Filbert, Rake . Thanks so much!

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