9 Easy Watercolor Tutorials Anyone Can Do!

 

If you’ve been in love with watercolor art, but too intimidated to try, we’re sharing nine totally doable watercolor DIYs today! They all use new Martha Stewart® Soft Gel Watercolor Acrylic Craft Paint, which is an amazing new formula that works on surfaces like canvas, fabric and wood. Find it now in 40 gorgeous colors exclusively at Michaels, and get inspired with these DIY tutorials to start painting like a pro! 

Photo above & below: via Made to Be a Momma 

Can't find a pillow in the perfect colors? Paint your own, and add coordinating tassels for extra flair. 
Paint Stroke Watercolor Pillow via Made to be a Momma

Add embroidery floss to create dimension on watercolor! 
Watercolor Flamingo Hoop Art via Flamingo Toes 

DIY coasters are the perfect place to vary brush strokes to create modern abstract mini pieces of art.
Watercolor Coasters via The Pretty Life Girls 
The gel formula makes it easy to paint on nearly any surface - use a dishtowel and hanger to make an easy to rate piece of seasonal art! 
Watercolor Fabric Wall Hanging Via Petticoat Junktion 
Design your own quote (or download this free printable!) and trace with watercolor to get an organic, painterly effect.
DIY Watercolror Typography Tutorial Via Cherished Bliss

The easily blendable formula makes it foolproof to blend colors - we love the idea of making coasters personal.
State Watercolor Coasters via Positively Splendid 
Pair Martha Stewart stencils with layers of sheer watercolor for a fun insta-gallery! 
Easy Stenciled Watercolor Art Gallery Tutorial via Erin Spain 
Amy gives step by step instructions on how to paint this fun sign and frame.
Coffee Wall Art and Clipboard DIY via One Artsy Mama
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Ombre Silhouette Art via The Cards We Drew


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