Have you ever wanted to join an art class [1] or paint in your free time, but the intimidation of an empty white canvas stopped you? Try using a paint-by-number kit. These kits include outlined canvases with colour-coded sections, making it the ideal art project for amateur painters. Take a look at how easy it is to follow:
- Create a clean work area, and pour a bowl of water for brush cleaning.
- Work from top to bottom and from largest to smallest section.
- Paint sections that correspond with their numbered paint bottles.
- Let paint dry for several hours.
A few key things to remember? Wash brushes in between colour changes, and certain painted areas might need extra time to dry to avoid smudging before moving to the next section. Oh, and if you paint the wrong number by accident or have a dirty brush? No sweat! Allow paint to dry, then paint over; no one will be able to tell. Now that you've got the basics down, keep scrolling for paint-by-number kits that don't require any skill but will leave you feeling like a true artist!
Silent Harbour
Stroll along the cobblestone streets in Italy by painting Silent Harbour [3] ($14, originally $19). Once completed, you'll have an Italian masterpiece!
Surf Shack
Bring a bit of paradise to you by painting this colourful and tropical Surf Shack [4] ($20).
Coffee Kitchen Decor
Dress up your kitchen or breakfast nook with this Coffee Kitchen Decor [5] ($11, originally $15) paint-by-number kit.
Our Romance Under Umbrella
Our Romance Under Umbrella [6] ($17) is a great date-night alternative. Light a few candles, and set the mood painting with these warm colours.
Colourful Balloons
Colourful Balloons [7] ($20) is a paint-by-number kit that's clearly inspired by Disney's Up. To get the full effect, put on the movie for a little background noise!
Colourful Cow
Ranked in the top 10 of Amazon Best Sellers, this Colourful Cow [8] ($10) will add a boho vibe to any room.
Van Gogh The Starry Night
We all can't be as talented as Vincent van Gogh, but that doesn't mean we can't try! Your friends will be doing double takes when they see this Van Gogh The Starry Night [9] ($29).
Lakeside Boat
Bring a scenic view of nature into your home with the Lakeside Boat [10] ($16) paint-by-number kit.
Daisy
If you're a paint-by-number beginner, try Daisy [11] ($12). With a limited amount of colours and small spaces, this makes it the ideal starter kit.
Rose
This Rose [12] ($11, originally $16) paint-by-number kit is giving us major Beauty and the Beast vibes, and we love it!
Eiffel Tower
Pour yourself a cappuccino and travel to Paris with the Eiffel Tower [13] ($20) paint-by-number kit.
A Window Flower
Maintaining a garden or even a fresh vase of flowers isn't so easy. Add a pop of nature to your home with this A Window Flower [14] ($14) kit.
Santorini
Capture the coastal beauty and serenity of Santorini [15] ($29), an enchanting Greek island.
DIY 5D Tree Diamond Painting Kit
If you have experience with paint-by-number kits, challenge yourself with a DIY 5D Tree Diamond Painting Kit [16] ($12). This project is more advanced and will definitely require patience and concentration.