No Alcohol Inks? Try This Marker Trick!
I’m sharing how to get a loose alcohol ink look using markers, vellum, and blending solution.
Hi crafty friends! You do not need bottled alcohol inks to get that soft, organic, inky look. For this card, I used the Summer Smiles from Honey Bee Stamps, alcohol markers, heavyweight vellum, and gold embossing powder to create a bright floral card with lots of texture and shine.
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In the video, you’ll learn:
- How to use alcohol markers on vellum for an alcohol ink style background
- How blending solution softens marker lines and creates movement
- How to keep pinks and greens from turning muddy
- How to bring the stamped detail back with gold heat embossing
I love this technique because it gives you that gorgeous alcohol ink look with supplies you may already have. The markers add the color, the blending solution softens everything, and the gold embossing brings back all the beautiful detail.
Have you tried using alcohol markers like alcohol inks before? I’d love to know what color combo you would try first.
Happy crafting!
Charlene
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