Make Finishing Fun & Affordable! Your Guide To Mixing Paint & Custom Shades 

At Anabella’s, “Make Finishing Fun™ & Affordable” reflects our commitment to making the finishing part of cross stitch both enjoyable and budget-friendly. It means we’re dedicated to helping you enjoy the final steps of completing your cross stitch projects without breaking the bank.

We carefully research and select the best products—like paints, backing boards, custom shapes, and other finishing supplies—to offer you high quality at the best prices. With our wide selection, you’re sure to find just what you need to finish your projects with style and ease!

In today’s blog post we are sharing some tips on mixing MudPaint ~ Your Guide to Custom Shades! 

One of the most common questions we get is: “How do I mix paint to get the perfect shade?” Whether you’re aiming for a slightly darker hue or a lighter tone of your favorite MudPaint color, mixing is simple—and fun!

To help, we are sharing this quick graphic  to walk you through the basics of mixing MudPaint. Customizing your paint color not only gives you that perfect shade but also enhances your distressing and aging techniques.

Basic Mixing Tips:

• To lighten a color:
  Mix your chosen shade 50/50 with one of our whites:
  China White, Manor White, or Simply White.

• To darken a color:
  Mix your shade 50/50 with Charcoal for a richer, deeper tone.

• To tone down intensity:
  Add Smoke or Faded Gray to mute overly vibrant colors.

Creative Color Combos:

• Deep Red:
  Pomegranate + Charcoal

• Plum:
  Burgundy Wine + Catalina

• Light Purple:
  Blush + Suede Blue or Newport

• Rose:
  Aged Red + Manor White

• Light Pink:
  Blush + Manor White

• Bright Pink:
  Burgundy Wine or Pomegranate + Manor White

Pro Mixing Tips:

Mixing colors in different ratios can produce a wide range of beautiful variations. Here are a few pointers to ensure success:

• Start Small:
  Use a small container to test your custom mix before committing to a large batch.

• Go Slow:
  Add a little at a time and keep track of your ratios.

• Measure Carefully:
  Consistent measuring helps recreate your favorite custom shades later.

• Mix Thoroughly:
  Stir well to ensure even color throughout.

At Anabella’s, we Make Finishing Fun™ & Affordable  — and with MudPaint, mixing paint is easier than ever! With 39 beautiful shades to mix and match, the possibilities are endless.

Best of all? Our 4 oz size gives you more bang for your buck — less waste, more savings, and all the color you need to bring your vision to life!

source: MudPaint