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Rock painting must haves!
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items I love Painting inspirational rocks to leave for others to find. It's a great way to express your creativity and to brighten sometime else’s day. I've been painting rocks for a couple of years now and have discovered some really great tools of the t...
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Pens and markers
Paint
Paintbrushes
Sealer
Primer paint
Other rock painting tools
Pens and markers
These pens are great for writing and painting on rocks. They give a little bit better control than a paint brush just in case you’re not an artist like me.
Great acrylic pens for drawing designs, great colors and very easy to work with
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NAWOD 35 Premium Acrylic Paint Marker Pens
Nice assortment of colors, ultra fine point pens for small detail and outlining
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Sharpie Permanent Markers, Ultra Fine Point
Great ultra fine permanent markers, glide nicely and include great colors
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Sharpie Permanent Markers, Cosmic Color, Ultra Fine Point
These acrylic pens have great coverage for rock painting. A great variety of colors in the 30 pack and there’s 15% off right now!
JusArt 30 Colors Acrylic Paint Markers
I was thrilled to find that these glitter pens write really well on painted surfaces. Gorgeous colors that add dazzling details to your painting project!
Grabie 18 Colors Glitter Gel Pens Set
Paint
Using a good base paint is really important and these are the ones that I’ve found to be best. I prefer to use an outdoor paint as my base color as it gives the rock an added layer of protection and I know the rock will safe to leave outdoors for s...
Outdoor acrylic paints, great vibrant color selection and good coverage
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Magicfly Outdoor Acrylic Paint Set, 30 Colors
Outdoor Patti paint, vibrant lasting colors for rock painting
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DecoArt Acrylic Patio Paint Sampler
Gloss outdoor paint perfect for rock painting goes on easily with good coverage
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FolkArt Outdoor Gloss Acrylic Craft Paint Set ...
Paintbrushes
I like a variety of paint brushes in my stash. Wider ones are best for putting on the primer coat and the base color while smaller ones work best for small areas and detail work.
I don’t spend a lot of money on brushes. Although I do wash them after...
1/2” Medium flat paintbrushes for painting rocks with primer and final coat
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Zonon 20 Pcs Flat Paint Brushes Acrylic ...
1/4” Small brushes for filling in finer details and smaller areas
30Pcs Small Paint Brushes Kids for Acrylic ...
Great set of fine point brushes for detail and outline work. Quality brushes that last through several cleanings.
Anezus Tiny Detail Paint Brushes 30 Pcs Fine ...
Sealer
It’s always important to seal your rocks! You don’t want all of your hard work to be ruined! All me how I know… This brush on sealer is my favorite! But I know some prefer spray on for the convenience so I’ve included it here.
And don’t forget to se...
Brushable clear sealer to protect your finished rocks. Goes on very easily and smoothly. Dries perfectly clear with a glossy finish and really brings out the colors of your designs!
DecoArt Multi Purpose Acrylic Primer DS17-9
Another great way to seal rocks. Make sure to use this outside, using very thin coats and allow plenty of dry time. Nice smooth finish.
Aleene's 6oz Acrylic Sealer Spray Finish
Primer paint
Putting a primer coat on a rock before the base coat gives you a smooth surface to work with. I find I use less base paint when I prime as well. I prefer a matte finish white acrylic paint. I don’t put a lot of money into a primer coat. I use it to m...
White apple barrel to be used as a primer for rocks before you add your color.
Apple Barrel Acrylic Paint Assorted Colors
Cottage white matte for use as primer before adding your color
FolkArt Acrylic Paint, Cottage White, 2 oz
Other rock painting tools
Not necessarily have to haves, just very convenient items that just make painting easier. I do a fair amount of rocks in a year, so having those items that just make it easier is always welcome!
Perfect size turntable for rock painting. Easily turn your rock around to make it easier to paint or use paint pens.
Tsnamay 2Pcs 5.5inch Cake Decorating Turntable
Great brush cleaner. Always have fresh water to clean your brushes and spots to place the wet brushes for them to dry.
Masterson® Fresh Water Rinse Well
I bought this set and found out it’s extremely versatile for making and painting rocks. I use the racks to allow my rocks to dry thoroughly after removing them from their molds, I place my primed or painted rocks on the rack with the tray underneath ...
Wildone Baking Sheet with Rack Set (3 Pans)
These are inexpensive and perfect for letting your rocks dry after primer, paint or sealant. Keeps rocks safe and your surfaces from getting paint on them.
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Amazon.com: Hiware 2-Pack Cooling Racks for Baking
While I do use this to vacuum my computer, I mostly use the blowing option to help my paint dry faster. This one is powerful and works great for both tasks.
3 in 1 Keyboard Vacuum Cleaner, 12000PA
I just got these to replace my old brittle trays that were starting to fall apart. These have much bigger sections and clean up really easily. I like to put water in the middle section to help thin some of the paints I use.
2 Pcs Plastic Paint Palette Tray for All Ages
This wedge holds the rock I’m painting at the perfect angle for me to see it really well and paint the detail work. It’s the perfect little gadget for making rock painting easier!
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Silicone stone wedge/ artstone support
Beginner dotting set is perfect for starting out. Just dip the end of the stick into paint and then dot it on your canvas, cardstock or a rock. The designs are limited only to your imagination. Dotting is a fun and relaxing pass time that results in ...
Dotting Tools Set, 10 colorful tools for dot art mandala painting - includes stylus Happy Dotting Company
This is a large set of all the tools you'll need to take your dotting to the next level. I use these on canvas, cardstock and rocks to create incredible designs.
This 16 piece set will give you all the options you need to get started dotting!
Dotting tools for dot painting mandalas - Happy Dotting Company - 16pc double ended super set for mandala dot art - Stylus - Ellipse Tool
These tiny little applicators are perfect for cleaning up small painting mistakes. I dab them in a little water and then carefully scrub the mistake away. They’re also great for painting in small crevices or doing touch-ups.
400 Micro Applicator Brushes - Disposable