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Are you an artist looking for a way to save money and make a custom canvas stretcher at the same time? Many “starving artists” need to be as economical as possible when it comes to purchasing art supplies. One way to both save money and make a better quality canvas stretcher is to make it yourself and then stretch the canvas on the stretcher yourself. This is particularly true for art students who may be on an even tighter budget than your professional or amateur “starving artist”. Making your own canvas stretcher is also a good idea if you are making large canvases or special shaped stretchers that may not be available in art stores. Cheaper and better are two great reasons to make your own.

EQUIPMENT;

1. Miter saw, manual or power miter saw (a saw that will cut a 45-degree angle)
2. Corrugated nails
3. Wood glue
4. Corner clamps
5. Hammer
6. Small 1-inch finishing nails
7. Canvas pliers
8. Canvas(unprimed)
9. Gesso
10. Light duty staple gun