Painting at your place instructions

Set up your space at your place

Choose a well-lit area so you can clearly see your canvas grid.

Protect your table with a cloth or brown paper.

Lay out your canvas, paints, brushes, cup of water, and paper towels.

Take a photo of your number reference sheet in case it gets lost.

Set the mood with music, a podcast, or an audiobook.

👉 Remember: it’s about enjoyment, not perfection!

Step 1. Match paints to numbers

Apply each colour to its matching section.

Use small brushes for detailed areas.

Clean and dry your brush between colours.

💡 Don’t leave brushes sitting in water — it frays the bristles.

Step 2. Start light

Begin with lighter colours (easier to cover later if needed).

Leave light backgrounds until last.

💡 Use paint inside the lids first.

Step 3. Layer & focus on sections

Some colours (especially lighter ones) need multiple coats.

Let each layer fully dry before painting over it.

Start at the top and work down to avoid smudging.

Paint in small sections, with short, gentle strokes.

💡 If paint is thick, add a drop of water to thin.

Step 4. Blend (optional)

For softer, more realistic edges, gently slide the brush back and forth where two colours meet (while paint is still wet).

Begin with small strokes and experiment as you gain confidence.

Step 5. Display your masterpiece

Once dry, you can either assemble the DIY frame by pushing the grooves together,

then use a small hammer to tap them square into place.

Lay the finished painted canvas over the rounded side of the frame and use the pins

provided to pin it to the flat back side of the frame

Visit our website: https://linktr.ee/modeletto for a video tutorial.

OR: buy a frame for your canvas (we recommend Spotlight).

Share your work with us @modeletto.store — we’d love to see it!

✨ Thank you for painting with us!

Enjoy the process, take your time, and be proud of your art.

💛 Bonus: Leave a review with a photo/video of your piece at modelettostore.com

and get 10% off your next order.