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Loved this. I just tried it and it came out really pretty, Thanks for the tutorial! Also, since I am just starting out learning how to do Dot Mandalas, I thought I would mention for my fellow newbies, who, like myself, still need guide lines; that since the CD is clear, you can draw guide lines on a piece of paper and stick it to the back of the CD with couple small pieces of double sided tape. It really helped me keep everything straight.
Lydia, Pablo is so Adorable ! I melted when I first saw him. you just want to squeeze his little tiny cheeks ! hahaha Loved the sun catcher. your personality shines through in a very colorful way. Love it. thank you for all you do for us, the viewers. Still watching for more. :) :)
Started last year to make something with old CD's. Got them spray painted and never finished. This is perfect as I just started doing mandala's this year. Absolutely beautiful !! Thank you so much.
I just got my dotting tools and paint today! I don't have any stencils so I will have to eyeball it. I have the cd's and going to give it a try. Love your tutorials! So easy to follow!
Great! Another idea. My husband is already telling people, “Don’t stand still or she will paint dots all over you.” Lol. So addicted. And, I did buy your wooden tool set and I love working with the wood much more than the acrylic tools. I would recommend others to get a set if they don’t already have. I am finding an album of my friends and family members favorite artist/s and making clocks with dot colors to match the label for Xmas gifts. Already getting the clock fixtures at Michal’s with 40 to 50 % off coupons. Thanks for sharing all of your tips.
You're awesome! I literally LOL'd at your husbands comment! Hilarious because it's SO TRUE! I have shirts that say "I'd dot that" because nothing is off limits. Thank you so much for your comment. I love that you love the tools. 🙌😙💕
Lydia May! So glad to see you and your new tutorial. I love this idea, and thanks for showing all the different techniques of applying paint and drilling holes, etc.!
Love your pup! I just found some old cd's while cleaning out storage boxes and this would be perfect for me to practice on. Thanks for sharing your tutorial, Lydia. Love those metallic paints too! Hugs,Judy
If you are concerned about cracking the CD when drilling, put a bit of masking tape where you want to drill and drill on the surface of a scrap piece of wood. The wood will support the CD so that it doesn't flex and the tape peels off easily when you are done.
Ahhh, now this looks like it would be great for me to start my dotting journey on❣️ Beautiful yet fairly simple❣️ Thank you for the detailed tutorial 💜💙💜
Wow! Great idea to do the dots on a clear CD, I didn't think of that, it looks amazing especially with the metallic paint. I did one last year on a black background and am going to try on the reflective CD, as I think that would have a nice effect too. Thank you so much for the knot, as I lost all my beads due to the knot slipping, fortunately, they were only plastic beads so no great loss, I am definitely going to use that knot. Well done and thanks for sharing and yes I would love to see what else you come up with, when dotting CD's.
Lidia, I am a retired artist (does an artist ever retire) and until I discovered you would never have enjoyed the fun I'm having in my 80's- I love your tutorials all of them--especially the silhouette- I dotted one of my great-grandaughter and it came out nice-yours is so much lovelier --Thank you for lighting the fire under me--love all of the gifts-you decide-if you select me as a winner--also Congratulations!
I have some, but they are beautiful as they are, no writing, cds, old so I’m hoping they work. In quarantine so was just thrilled to find your video with materials I already have. Thanks.
Coloca un papel o plastico unicolor debajo de CD para poder apreciar los disenos que estas haciendo con el taladro. Gracias germoso teabajo. Bendiciones Tata desde Gainesville Fl.
I just love the what not to do. Thank you 🙏. I jump head first into project all the time and improvise all the time. I would have gone straight for the acetone if you hadn’t showed me what it does.
Absolutely GORGEOUS!! What a terrific way to upcycle old CD’s!!! I now use a DVD burner in my computer and have a big ol’ stack of cd’s that have just been sitting in my desk, with the cover on, gathering dust, lol. Definitely going to try this!!! I’m going to be doing a paint party with a couple girlfriends for an end of summer playtime get-together soon, so I’ll do up a few before and show them how to do it as well ❤️ (All credit going to my favourite dot mandala artist of course 😉😘). Love that you did the fishing knot, lol, I also grew up fishing here in Alberta so it’s one I’m quite familiar with...best knot for this, hands down! (I’m like you in the other way...I don’t like to eat fish, and catch & release just seems kind of cruel to me, so I no longer fish. These days I go and just sketch by the pond as our dogs play in the water instead 😉). Thanks so much for doing your videos!!! Your tutorials inspired me to get back into dot painting after too long away from it and I am LOVING this art form all over again ❤️
It's soooo pretty! I totally wanna try something like this =) I was watching another video and it mentioned that CDs have one layer, and DVDs have two layers that can be separated. So to do this with a DVD maybe try separating the layers first (video I'm referring to is called "DIY Room Decor / CD wall art ideas / Easy recycled project" and in it, they boil the DVDs in water to help separate the layers)
The excess paint kind of "domes" creating a 3D texture to the dots. strikingly beautiful! I find the symmetry very pleasing. I really want to try this, but I mangle anything art related.
I’m going to try this for sure. I think doing one with a different design on each side would be cool to see. I think the beads needed to be closer to the disc. The string was too long between the beads and the disc. But otherwise very pretty
For dotting tools, beginners kits, mandala stencils, stone molds, and
ALL of your dot art needs, please visit the one-stop-shop, my website
at www.DotArtDepot.com Great deals and a 10% off coupon!
Restocking items daily.
look forward to it, but right now you seem to be 'out of stock' on many items...
Lydia you surpass yourself every time each one you do seems to be better than the previous one totally brilliant and pretty 👏👏👏👍
I love your pup he so sweet ♥️♥️💕💕👍🥰
Cute lil puppy
I think you are giant of mandala art
Ha!!!! I actually managed to make that knot on my first try. Color me surprised. You demonstrated the technique perfectly. 🎉🎉🎉
👏👏👏 Bravo!!!
Love, love, love this! I have a stack of used CD's! Thank you so much for the lesso
Glad it was helpful!
Woow yeah is very beautiful.
Loved this. I just tried it and it came out really pretty, Thanks for the tutorial!
Also, since I am just starting out learning how to do Dot Mandalas, I thought I would mention for my fellow newbies, who, like myself, still need guide lines; that since the CD is clear, you can draw guide lines on a piece of paper and stick it to the back of the CD with couple small pieces of double sided tape. It really helped me keep everything straight.
Yeah to recycling art. Beautiful.
Cool, it looks like a sea urchin!
Too good.
Very beautiful
I love this
Lydia, Pablo is so Adorable ! I melted when I first saw him. you just want to squeeze his little tiny cheeks ! hahaha
Loved the sun catcher. your personality shines through in a very colorful way. Love it. thank you for all you do for us, the viewers. Still watching for more. :) :)
What a beautiful pattern. I was wishing I had a clear base, and there you go. You showed me how. Can't wait to practice this technique!
Excellent work
GÉNIAL ❤ BRAVO
Started last year to make something with old CD's. Got them spray painted and never finished. This is perfect as I just started doing mandala's this year. Absolutely beautiful !! Thank you so much.
Perfect! Thank you! Have fun! ❤️
I've never seen one clear like this and I love it.
Love the colors and shine of the paint!
Lovely job.Thank you.
Yes! Colored background! That is so beautiful!
Thank you for the cd video. I love making them. I would love to see more tutorials on dotting on cds. Also love your dog. He's so cute.
Thanks for sharing your creativity.....pablo is just Adorable....you are lucky
I just got my dotting tools and paint today! I don't have any stencils so I will have to eyeball it. I have the cd's and going to give it a try. Love your tutorials! So easy to follow!
Have fun!
beautiful , beautiful Pablo too
Love the tip for getting the coating off and didn't know you could drill cds. Brilliant!
I think this a great idea it's cute also... These would also make great drink coasters for drinks.....
Great! Another idea. My husband is already telling people, “Don’t stand still or she will paint dots all over you.” Lol. So addicted. And, I did buy your wooden tool set and I love working with the wood much more than the acrylic tools. I would recommend others to get a set if they don’t already have. I am finding an album of my friends and family members favorite artist/s and making clocks with dot colors to match the label for Xmas gifts. Already getting the clock fixtures at Michal’s with 40 to 50 % off coupons. Thanks for sharing all of your tips.
You're awesome! I literally LOL'd at your husbands comment! Hilarious because it's SO TRUE! I have shirts that say "I'd dot that" because nothing is off limits. Thank you so much for your comment. I love that you love the tools. 🙌😙💕
Love it!
❤ love it ❤
Love your work. And your little fella is cute as can be, just so. Loveable ,he’s perfect. Kisses 😘 and hugs to him.
Awesome vid! The fishhook knot! Genius! 😆👌🏽👌🏽
I really love it! Thank you, Lydia! I would like to see more designs on cds please! 🙏🏼❤️😘
I've had a few months pause from dotting. This project may jump start me again. 💚it!!
The paper towel helped to see the colors...always use it!
Lydia May! So glad to see you and your new tutorial. I love this idea, and thanks for showing all the different techniques of applying paint and drilling holes, etc.!
Thanks Nancy! It's great to hear from you! 💗💗
Beautiful , thankyou for sharing Lydia , it turned out fantastic
Love your pup! I just found some old cd's while cleaning out storage boxes and this would be perfect for me to practice on. Thanks for sharing your tutorial, Lydia. Love those metallic paints too! Hugs,Judy
Wow...it is gorgeous....
Super great idea!!!!!! Thanks for the share.
Love this idea I have a bunch of old cds
If you are concerned about cracking the CD when drilling, put a bit of masking tape where you want to drill and drill on the surface of a scrap piece of wood. The wood will support the CD so that it doesn't flex and the tape peels off easily when you are done.
Thanks for the tip!
Ahhh, now this looks like it would be great for me to start my dotting journey on❣️ Beautiful yet fairly simple❣️ Thank you for the detailed tutorial 💜💙💜
Wow! Great idea to do the dots on a clear CD, I didn't think of that, it looks amazing especially with the metallic paint. I did one last year on a black background and am going to try on the reflective CD, as I think that would have a nice effect too. Thank you so much for the knot, as I lost all my beads due to the knot slipping, fortunately, they were only plastic beads so no great loss, I am definitely going to use that knot. Well done and thanks for sharing and yes I would love to see what else you come up with, when dotting CD's.
Great! It's really the perfect knot. I tried several others and nothing worked. Lmk how it goes for ya! And thank you for commenting. 💖
I totally have a bunch of cds and I just grabbed some masking tape. .I have sooooo ooooh michy and it was sooo satisfying to pull it off
Beautiful reuse of old CD
I love the way this looks! 👍🏽
Wow. I never knew you could pull that stuff off a cd. Good info.
Oh I love this!! So creative!! Thank you for sharing!!
True friends are like morning ,you can’t have them whole day .., But can be sure they’ll be there when you wake up Today ,Tomorrow & forever…
My first time working with beads, thanks for the tips . Love the video
I can't wait to see what you create in our group! Thanks for commenting!
Loved the tutorial. Clear instructions and so helpful for someone beginning the craft. Thanks.
Just saw your channel and love it your art is beautiful just like you !!! Thankss
Love recycling the cds, love the design and colors Good tutorial Thanks
Thank you! ♥️
Loved it! Please do the painted double sided one also for a tutorial. Thank YOU!
I love your C D. Art you are really clever
Lidia, I am a retired artist (does an artist ever retire) and until I discovered you would never have enjoyed the fun I'm having in my 80's- I love your tutorials all of them--especially the silhouette- I dotted one of my great-grandaughter and it came out nice-yours is so much lovelier --Thank you for lighting the fire under me--love all of the gifts-you decide-if you select me as a winner--also Congratulations!
That looks like so much fun. Thanks for the tutorial.
Thanks for watching!
I have some, but they are beautiful as they are, no writing, cds, old so I’m hoping they work. In quarantine so was just thrilled to find your video with materials I already have. Thanks.
Great idea for old cds... Thank you...🤗
Coloca un papel o plastico unicolor debajo de CD para poder apreciar los disenos que estas haciendo con el taladro. Gracias germoso teabajo. Bendiciones Tata desde Gainesville Fl.
Genial.👍
Thanks for the video! You are a really good teacher!
I appreciate your work . I tried this and it takes skill to make the dots just right. I need more practice. Thanks for the video!
Really like this pattern and colours...never thought about painting a CD..thanks for sharing 😁
I would love to see another cd!
That really is pretty. You explain everything so well. Pablo is so cute.🐶
I just love the what not to do. Thank you 🙏. I jump head first into project all the time and improvise all the time. I would have gone straight for the acetone if you hadn’t showed me what it does.
you are so talented and creative
Absolutely GORGEOUS!! What a terrific way to upcycle old CD’s!!! I now use a DVD burner in my computer and have a big ol’ stack of cd’s that have just been sitting in my desk, with the cover on, gathering dust, lol. Definitely going to try this!!! I’m going to be doing a paint party with a couple girlfriends for an end of summer playtime get-together soon, so I’ll do up a few before and show them how to do it as well ❤️ (All credit going to my favourite dot mandala artist of course 😉😘). Love that you did the fishing knot, lol, I also grew up fishing here in Alberta so it’s one I’m quite familiar with...best knot for this, hands down! (I’m like you in the other way...I don’t like to eat fish, and catch & release just seems kind of cruel to me, so I no longer fish. These days I go and just sketch by the pond as our dogs play in the water instead 😉).
Thanks so much for doing your videos!!! Your tutorials inspired me to get back into dot painting after too long away from it and I am LOVING this art form all over again ❤️
I love this! Thank you for sharing. 😊😙💕
Love the colors and will try this project!!!
Thanks! Have so much fun!
It is beautiful!!! I have a ton of CDs to toss which will make great practice. Thank you.
Very pretty. Well done!
Super like. Beautiful making. Greetz from Holland.
great work
Beautiful Lydia!
Thank you!
It's soooo pretty! I totally wanna try something like this =)
I was watching another video and it mentioned that CDs have one layer, and DVDs have two layers that can be separated. So to do this with a DVD maybe try separating the layers first (video I'm referring to is called "DIY Room Decor / CD wall art ideas / Easy recycled project" and in it, they boil the DVDs in water to help separate the layers)
Heyyy I watched that video last night... Nice video right?
Very nice. It was easier to see when you had it on the white paper rather than the patterned wood desk.
Love the paint choices you made, beautiful
Thank you!
really nice. I would put dots in the 4 big dots too. Dots for sure.
Cute puppy ❤
Hi Lydia, another fab tutorial thank you and OMG Pablo is just tooooo cute xxx
The excess paint kind of "domes" creating a 3D texture to the dots. strikingly beautiful! I find the symmetry very pleasing. I really want to try this, but I mangle anything art related.
So beautiful!
Precioso gracias por enseñarnos como hacerlo me encanto
That`s just stunning!
This is beautiful
You are so fun and easy to learn from 🤗
Love to see more of this!
Talking about cleaning CD's. I once tried to do it with DVD, it did not work. Glad, someone else has been there, too. 😂
Love your work! 💙
Haha! Right?! Thanks!
Beautiful work. I bet this art is very therapeutic. It is watching you. Thank you for sharing. Fun fun fun, and pretty. Sherie Rodrigues 🧡🌟
Damn.. I knew I kept those old re writable cd's for a reason!! Just joined your channel, you do very nice work. Thanks for the ideas.
Thank you. I'd love to see it on a color too!
Hermoso trabajo! me encantó muchisimo!
Love this Lydia and yes I’d love to see more on a CD. Awesome tutorial TFS-Rebecca
It is beautiful, gracias por compartir
It's called a surgeon's knot. I also grew up fishing and learned this knot to tie on my hooks. LOL
There you go! 🙌
That is pretty cool
Thank you!
Hi Lydia !
Nice job ! Beautiful mandalas !
Hmm. I just might try it ?
Thanks for the inspiration!
Greetings from New York! 🌹
I’m going to try this for sure. I think doing one with a different design on each side would be cool to see. I think the beads needed to be closer to the disc. The string was too long between the beads and the disc. But otherwise very pretty