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April 2022 Newsletter 

Welcome to our Monthly Newsletter! 
This is where we will be sharing tips, (both beginner and expert), discounts & sales and what's happening in the dotting world.
(For March's newsletter - please click here)

Springtime!  

Spring is here!  Potted plants are a great wee gift, especially for mother's day.  Buy your terra cotta pots at your local garden center or dollarstore, and fill with your favourite soil and seeds, herbs or plants.
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DecoArt's Patio Paint
My favourite acrylic paint for terracotta pots is DecoArt's Patio Paint.  I love this paint as it creates perfect dots straight from the bottle, no need to thicken or thin it.  It is formulated to handle moisture and water and is suited for the porous terracotta concrete, wood and outdoor surfaces.
Purchase at Michaels, some dollar stores, or from Deco art directly.
If you want to have edible plants in the pots, I recommend not using a sealant on the pot.

Dotting with kids 
Want to dot with your kids or grandkids?  Here a few tips to help you!
1. Dotting stones are great for kids, as they are small and do not take a lot of attention time to finish.  Plus picking their own stones are part of the process!  
2. Make sure you have water on hand to wipe off the acrylic paint if it gets on clothes.
3. Roll up their sleeves :) 
4. Dotting is a new concept for kids, as they are used to using a paint brush, so some may need more instruction on how to dot.  
5. Bring more stones or things to dot than needed, as they like to dot fast!! 
6. Dotting wooden cutouts for the dollar store are great to dot with kids
7. Allow for 15-30mins for dotting. Their attention span can be minimal.  
8. If you child likes to rush through the dotting, then do a simple guided design together.  This will help them slow down looking for the numbered tool, and will take more time and care in choosing colours.


Under 5/6 years - they like to use the tools as a brush, so consistent supervision is needed (although I have seen a 4 year old do an amazing mandala design).  Bugs on a stone are great design for this age.  Use medium dotting tools as young ones like bigger dots and will ruin your small sized dotting tools.  
5/6 to 8 years - Stone bugs and flowers are great for this age too, but if you want to do a mandala design, make sure you guide them through each step of a mandala design.  This age has less patience, so any design is often rushed through.  Stones are recommended with this age too, or small canvases. 
8 years and older - They get the concept of dotting and layout and are able to make their own designs. Some are less confident in their ability (just like us adults) so start with a simple design or a bug will help build their confidence in using the tools.
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 For bugs, just add two dots for eyes and a little nose. Dot the body in a random way or with lines in an colours. Seal with your favourite sealer when dry.

Supporting Ukraine refugees 

DIY Mandala Stones 

For every mandala tools set or kit sold through this website from 15th March to 30th April - $5 will be donated toward UNHCR.  The UN Refugee Agency on the ground supporting Ukraine Refugees

​​Mandala Dotting Tools (size 1-16)

CA$28.00
******NEW.....Large numbers for easier reading!!!! *******


We are still shipping!  Please note due to the ever changing affect covd19 has on the world, there are delays in shipping times and we cannot guarantee the delivery time of your order.


ALL INTERNATIONAL DELIVERIES (excluding US and Canada) - Currently we are unable to send to some small island nations due to lack of flights, and covid issues.  
I will be sending all international packages through Canada Post (But unfortunately no tracking). There are major delays in postage, due to the reduction in flights and increase in postal services so it maybe up to 30-60 day delay in delivery (I have no clue with delivery times at this moment), but you maybe lucky at get it within 3 weeks! (Australia and NZ air shipments have resumed, but delay in delivery)​


ALL US deliveries are usually being delivered within 3-5 days, but things are changing every day, so there maybe a delay of 1-2 days.


All Canadian deliveries are delayed due to the increase of postage volume and decrease in flights, so deliveries are taking between 3-20 days for delivery. Ontario is experiencing longer than usual delays




These 8 Mandala Dotting Tools are double ended to give you 16 different incremental dot sizes (Approx .5mm to 10mm). Each size is numbered to help you easily create and recreate perfect patterns. The design allows users to create perfect circles without practice or experience. Diameter of the tools start from 0.5mm to 8mm.


This package is great for starters, or those looking to upgrade their existing tools. To purchase the full set of dotting tools at a discount price, please see our Full Set product


​High Quality: Designed and manufactured in BC, Canada, these are made with recycled plastic and are designed specifically for Mandala designs and dot art. The design of these tools allows users to create perfect crisp circles at a cleaner, faster rate.  
Users: Perfect for artists, skilled crafts and those with plenty of paint supplies!
Environment: We care about the future of our world, so these tools are made from recycled plastic. This painting system requires minimal paint, and any excess is wiped off onto a tissue, helping minimize the paint in our water/waste system.
Designed for everyone: These very light weighted tools fit perfectly into the hand, so they are suitable for those with arthritis, or with limited hand movements. No experience or practice is needed to use the tools or to create mandala designs. They have been used from schools to retirement homes.
Easy to clean: Simply wipe with a paper towel, after each use. For built up paint, simply dip into freshly boiled water for 10 seconds. Use a cream cleanser to remove any stains (use sparingly).
Paint: Use with acrylic fluid paint (not included) to create perfect round painted dots. (Please click on the design information in the navigation for more information)
Relaxing: When you create perfect dots, users can instantly enjoy the dotting experience. Benefits include increased relaxation, anxiety reducing, increased focus and unleashing your hidden creativity.   




*******Canadians can also order through Amazon *********
*******USA  can also order through Amazon.com*********




Interested in teaching and selling these tools? Please contact me for further information and prices


​Reviews: " I love my new tools. They're comfortable in the hand, leave clean dots and tools are perfectly sized." - Joey C 


"​I've used several different items for dotting tools and these, by far, are the very best!! Shipping from overseas, but they're well the wait. Would definitely purchase again, but they look and feel like they'll last forever so no need!" - Cathy S.
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​"I LOVE my tools! They are amazing! Highly recommend them" - Lea H. 








(Scroll down for more reviews)
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Large Mandala Dotting Tools (size 17-28)

CA$25.00
******NEW.....Larger numbers for easier reading!!!! *******


We are still shipping!  Please note due to the ever changing affect covd19 has on the world, there are delays in shipping times and we cannot guarantee the delivery time of your order.


ALL INTERNATIONAL DELIVERIES (excluding US and Canada) - Currently we are unable to send to some small island nations due to lack of flights, and covid issues.  
I will be sending all international packages through Canada Post (But unfortunately no tracking). There are major delays in postage, due to the reduction in flights and increase in postal services so it maybe up to 30-60 day delay in delivery (I have no clue with delivery times at this moment), but you maybe lucky at get it within 3 weeks!
(Australia and NZ air shipments have resumed, but delay in delivery)​
​

ALL US deliveries are usually being delivered within 3-5 days, but things are changing every day, so there maybe a delay of 1-2 days.


All Canadian deliveries are delayed due to the increase of postage volume and decrease in flights, so deliveries are taking between 3-20 days for delivery. Ontario is experiencing longer than usual delays


These 6 large double sided dotting tools are great for canvases and larger items to dot. Diameter of the tools range from 8.5mm to 15mm which create 28 dot sizes to create dots up to 18mm.These tools create 12 different dots, ranging from 11mm to 18mm. They are a continuation in size of the Mandala Dotting tools (size 1-16).


To purchase the full set of dotting tools at a discount price, please see our Full Set product


High Quality: Designed and manufactured in BC, Canada, these are designed specifically for Mandala designs and dot art. The design of these tools allows users to create perfect crisp circles at a cleaner, faster rate.  
Users: Perfect for artists, skilled crafts and those with plenty of paint supplies!
Designed for everyone: These very light weighted tools fit perfectly into the hand, so they are suitable for those with arthritis, or with limited hand movements. No experience or practice is needed to use the tools or to create mandala designs. They have been used from schools to retirement homes.
Easy to clean: Simply wipe with a paper towel, after each use. For built up paint, simply dip into freshly boiled water for 10 seconds. Use a cream cleanser to remove any stains (use sparingly).
Paint: Use with acrylic fluid paint (not included) to create perfect round painted dots. (Please click on the design information in the navigation for more information)
Relaxing: When you create perfect dots, users can instantly enjoy the dotting experience. Benefits include increased relaxation, anxiety reducing, increased focus and unleashing your hidden creativity. 


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​*******Canadians can also order through Amazon *********
*******USA  can also order through Amazon.com*********




Interested in teaching and selling these tools? Please contact me for further information and prices
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Full Set - Mandala dotting tools (28 sizes)

CA$45.00
***NEW readable large sized numbers***


We are still shipping!  Please note due to the ever changing affect covd19 has on the world, there are delays in shipping times and we cannot guarantee the delivery time of your order.


ALL INTERNATIONAL DELIVERIES (excluding US and Canada) - Currently we are unable to send to some small island nations due to lack of flights, and covid issues.  
I will be sending all international packages through Canada Post (But unfortunately no tracking). There are major delays in postage, due to the reduction in flights and increase in postal services so it maybe up to 30-60 day delay in delivery (I have no clue with delivery times at this moment), but you maybe lucky at get it within 3 weeks! (Australia and NZ air shipments have resumed, but delay in delivery)​


ALL US deliveries are usually being delivered within 3-5 days, but things are changing every day, so there maybe a delay of 1-2 days.


All Canadian deliveries are delayed due to the increase of postage volume and decrease in flights, so deliveries are taking between 3-20 days for delivery. Ontario is experiencing longer than usual delays


The full set contains all 14 double sided dotting tool. Diameter of the tools range from 0.5mm to 15mm which create 28 dot sizes to create dots up to 18mm.
This package is great to create mandalas and dot art on canvases, stones, and anything else you can dot!


By purchasing the full set you save more than 15%, than buying individually.


High Quality: Designed and manufactured in BC, Canada, these are designed specifically for Mandala designs and dot art. The design of these tools allows users to create perfect crisp circles at a cleaner, faster rate.  
Users: Perfect for artists, skilled crafts and those with plenty of paint supplies!
Designed for everyone: These very light weighted tools fit perfectly into the hand, so they are suitable for those with arthritis, or with limited hand movements. No experience or practice is needed to use the tools or to create mandala designs. They have been used from schools to retirement homes.
Easy to clean: Simply wipe with a paper towel, after each use. For built up paint, simply dip into freshly boiled water for 10 seconds. Use a cream cleanser to remove any stains (use sparingly).
Paint: Use with acrylic fluid paint (not included) to create perfect round painted dots. (Please click on the design information in the navigation for more information)
Relaxing: When you create perfect dots, users can instantly enjoy the dotting experience. Benefits include increased relaxation, anxiety reducing, increased focus and unleashing your hidden creativity. 
​
*******Canadians can also order through Amazon.ca *********
*******USA can also order through Amazon.com ********




Interested in teaching and selling these tools? Please contact me for further information and prices
​
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Large Mandala Dotting Kit

CA$60.00

Only a few left!

We are still able to send our tools/kits out regularly, but due to the ever changing affect covd19 has on the world, there are delays in shipping times and we cannot guarantee the delivery time of your order.  


ALL INTERNATIONAL DELIVERIES (excluding US and Canada) - Currently we are unable to send to some small island nations due to lack of flights, and covid issues.  
I will be sending all international packages through Canada Post (But unfortunately no tracking). There are major delays in postage, due to the reduction in flights and increase in postal services so it maybe up to 30-60 day delay in delivery (I have no clue with delivery times at this moment), but you maybe lucky at get it within 3 weeks! (Australia and NZ air shipments have resumed, but delay in delivery)


ALL US deliveries are usually being delivered within 3-5 days, but things are changing every day, so there maybe a delay of 1-2 days.


All Canadian deliveries are delayed due to the increase of postage volume and decrease in flights, so deliveries are taking between 3-20 days for delivery. Ontario is experiencing longer than usual delays


This complete kit is perfect for creating your very own soothing dot art and dot manadalas.


Portable: It is easily portable, light and easy to pack away. It makes it convenient to take camping, the beach, the river, and to friends houses.
Shareable: This kit is perfect for you to share with another friend!
Usability: For complete beginners and experts, children and adults. 
Relaxing: This dotting kit is designed for you to have the most relaxing, creative experience. 
Mess: The screw top paint pots help minimize mess
Environment: We care about the future of our world, so the tools are made from recycled plastic. This painting system requires minimal paint, and any excess is wiped off onto a tissue, helping minimize the paint in our water/waste system.


Contains:
20 x 10ml Acrylic Paint (screw top)
1 set of Mandala Dotting Tools (8 tools with 16 different sizes - Size 1-16)
Packaged together in a white, black or natural colour box
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Mandala Dotting Kit - Beginner

CA$38.00

Please note due to the ever changing affect covd19 has on the world, there are delays in shipping times and we cannot guarantee the delivery time of your order.  


ALL INTERNATIONAL DELIVERIES (excluding US and Canada) at this time, will be send through Canada Post (Same costs and delivery times, but unfortunately no tracking), due to major delays in our normal shipper. Due to decrease in flights and increase in postage volumes, there could be delays of up to 30-60 days (I have really no clue at this stage, but know there are major delays). But you could also be lucky and receive it within 3 weeks).


USA shipments are usually 3-7 business days

Canada shipments are 3-20 business days. 


This Beginner Kit comes with 5 paints (You pick you colours) and Regular DIY Mandala Stones Dotting Tools - perfect for a gift or for a beginner.


​​Kit includes


​5 x 10ml Acrylic Paints (Pick the colour scheme you want (see picture), or decide what colours you want, by messaging us!) 

​8 Mandala Dotting Tools (Sizes 1-16 - double sided to make 16 different size dots)

Cloth drawstring bag 

Instructions


​The paint comes in cute easy screw top container, to minimize mess and makes it easy to paint anywhere.

(Stones are not included)

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Easy to clean: Simply wipe with a paper towel, after each use. For built up paint, simply dip into freshly boiled water for 10 seconds. Use a cream cleanser to remove any stains (use sparingly). Do not use any soap, alcohol, baby wipes or solvents to clean, as they will make the tools split.


If choosing the colour option "other" please let us know in the notes what 5 colours you would like (White, Cream, Light green, Dark Green, Light blue, Blue, Light yellow, Yellow, Red, Pink, Orange, Black, Silver, Gold)

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  • Shop
    • Find a Retailer
    • Clearance
    • Mandala Dotting Tools
    • Large Mandala Dotting Tools
    • Full Set dotting tools
    • Mandala Dotting Kit - Beginner
    • Mandala Dotting Kit - Large
    • Removable Wall Canvas
    • Removable Light Wall Canvas
    • Single Tool
  • Contact