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Recent Posts

  • Comparison between PVA, Mod Podge and Matte Medium Which Glue is the Best for CollageMod Podge, PVA, or Matte Medium? Here’s How to Choose
    In Techniques
  • Art paperclip created using handmade paper and hand drawn images by Nadine MiltonTired of Boring Paperclips? Make These Instead!
    In Projects, Techniques
  • How to make a perfect laser image transferThe Ultimate Guide to Perfect Image Transfers
    In Projects, Techniques
  • GAMENOTE Paint Brush Cleaner and Accessories
    Techniques

    How to Choose the Best Paint Brush Cleaner

    March 17, 2023 /

    Every creative space should have a paint brush cleaner. This simple tool can keep your space clean and prevent spills and mess in your studio. A paint brush cleaner may seem like a simple thing, but they aren’t all equal. Today we’ll talk about what to look for in a paint brush cleaner. What design elements to consider, and the paint brush cleaner I recommend. Plus, we’ll discuss ways to use this paint brush cleaner both in and out of the studio. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. My Favorite Paint Brush…

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    Nadine Milton

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    Scrapbooking Page Using Alcohol Inks with Stencils and Stamping

    Using Alcohol Inks with Stencils

    April 2, 2021
    Why art journal?

    Demystifying Art Journaling: How to Start & Why It Matters

    February 13, 2026
    Choosing the Best Inexpensive Acrylic Paint Markers

    The Best Inexpensive Acrylic Paint Markers

    September 9, 2022
  • Choosing the Best Inexpensive Acrylic Paint Markers
    Techniques

    The Best Inexpensive Acrylic Paint Markers

    September 9, 2022 /

    If you’re looking for decent quality but inexpensive acrylic paint markers, it can be hard to know what to buy. There are so many choices out there and it can be hard to know what markers the best and which ones are aren’t very good. I have shared comparisons of my favorite artist acrylic paint markers before. But today I am sharing some of the inexpensive acrylic paint markers that I use that work very well on a variety of creative projects. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. What to Look for…

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    Nadine Milton

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    Mixed Media Textures Using Brushos

    Mixed Media Textures Using Brushos

    May 6, 2022
    Gift Ideas for Artists

    The Best Gifts for Artists that Love Watercolor and Acrylic Paint

    November 5, 2022
    Completed Art Journal Project What You Focus on Grows

    Altering Paper on a Journal Page

    January 29, 2021
  • How to Use Deco Foil with Deco Foil Transfer Pen, Deco Foil Adhesive Pen and Laser Prints
    Art Journal,  Techniques

    Deco Foil all the Things! How to Use Deco Foil

    October 1, 2021 /

    Have you ever tried using Deco Foil or any other type of foil in your projects? Understanding a few fundamentals of how to use Deco Foil can help you get better results. Today we will focus on how to use Deco Foil with Transfer Gel Duo, the Deco Foil Adhesive Pen and with laser prints in this post. To transfer the foil to your project, we will talk about how to use a laminator, iron and dry transfer to get consistent results. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. What is Deco Foil?…

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    Layered gel plates created by Nadine Milton

    How to Master Gel Print Layers in Monoprinting

    June 13, 2025
    My first mixed media page in the Dina Wakley Ledger Journal

    My First Impressions of the Dina Wakley Ledger Journal

    March 14, 2025
    How to Start a Self-Care Habit

    How to Start a Self-Care Habit

    January 28, 2020

Nadine Milton

Visual Storyteller & Mixed Media Artist

Welcome to Hop-A-Long Studio! I would love for you to join me in the journey of self-care through artistic expression.

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Recent Posts

  • Comparison between PVA, Mod Podge and Matte Medium Which Glue is the Best for CollageMod Podge, PVA, or Matte Medium? Here’s How to Choose
    In Techniques
  • Art paperclip created using handmade paper and hand drawn images by Nadine MiltonTired of Boring Paperclips? Make These Instead!
    In Projects, Techniques
  • How to make a perfect laser image transferThe Ultimate Guide to Perfect Image Transfers
    In Projects, Techniques
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