Tools and Glue

Tools and Glue – Supplies for Artists and Crafters

Tools and glue are an essential part of every creative project. At ARTMiE, you’ll find 600+ supplies, from palette knives and knives to painting stencils, hobby glue, and cutting tools. Whether you’re painting, creating decoupage projects, or working with paper, the right tools make a difference.

Overview of Tools and Supplies

What Will You Find in This Category?

• Palette Knives and Painting Knives – metal and plastic palette knives for impasto, mixing, and applying paints
• Painting Stencils – stencils for acrylic, decoupage, fabric, and mixed media projects
• Hobby Glue – glue for paper, wood, fabric, polystyrene, and decorative materials
• Tools – scissors, cutters, rulers, tweezers, and other supplies for precise crafting
• Paint Mixing Containers – palettes, cups, and bowls for mixing and storing paints

How to Choose the Right Tools

1. For painting – painting knives and palette knives for the impasto technique, and palettes for mixing paints. Palette knives with flexible blades are ideal for beginners
2. For decoupage and scrapbooking – precision scissors, a cutter, a ruler, and quality hobby glue. Use special decoupage glue for decoupage
3. For stenciling – stencils + a sponge or stencil brush. Apply the paint with gentle dabbing motions
4. For mixed media – combine palette knives, stencils, texture pastes, and various glues for layered projects

Why Shop for Tools and Glue at ARTMiE?

• 600+ supplies – palette knives, stencils, glue, tools, and containers all in one place
• For every technique – painting, decoupage, scrapbooking, mixed media, and modeling
• From basic to professional – supplies for beginners and experienced crafters

Frequently Asked Questions About Tools and Glue

What’s the difference between a palette knife and a painting knife?

Painting knives have longer, more flexible blades and are used to mix paints on a palette and apply them to canvas. Palette knives have shorter, stiffer blades and are used mainly to scrape and apply thick layers of paste.

What’s the best glue for paper?

For paper projects and scrapbooking, use archival (acid-free) glue that won’t yellow or damage the paper. Double-sided adhesive tape is ideal for quick bonding. Use foam double-sided tape for 3D effects.

What are painting stencils used for?

Stencils allow you to apply motifs repeatedly to canvas, furniture, walls, and fabric. Position the stencil, apply paint with a brush or sponge, and reveal a perfect pattern. They can be washed and reused.

Can you use a hot glue gun on polystyrene?

Yes, but use a low-temperature hot glue gun. A standard high-temperature gun can melt polystyrene. A special hobby glue for polystyrene that does not damage the surface is an alternative.