Distressed Alcohol Markers
by Joan Bardee
Combine alcohol markers and distress inks for a unique look.
Supplies
- Outline Stamp, (Waltzingmouse Roses in Bloom used here)
- Waterproof black ink
- Alcohol markers
- Distress inks
- Water mister
- Paper towel
Step-by-Step
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Step 1
Stamp line image (large open spaces work best) with a waterproof ink on white or cream cardstock.
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Step 2
Being careful to avoid touching the stamped image (alcohol marker may smear waterproof ink), scribble a dark alcohol marker near the center of each part of your image.
HINT:
Practice on scrap paper to select a marker that coordinates with a shade of distress ink. -
Step 3 (Optional)
Add a bit more coloring with a lighter alcohol marker.
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Step 4
Take a Ranger Distress Ink pad and apply it face down directly over your image, twisting in a circular motion.
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Step 5
Mist with water.
HINT:
The more water you use, the more the Ink will dissolve and reveal more of the alcohol marker underneath. -
Step 6
Blot with a paper towel and set aside (or use a heat gun) to dry.
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Step 7
When almost dry, cut out with scissors.
HINT:
It is easier to cut out your image when the cardstock is a bit damp. Too wet and the cardstock will be too fragile to cut. -
Step 8
Finish your project.
Video!
Your Turn
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Distressed Alcohol Markers. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
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Questions and Comments
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thanks again...
Gorgeous card too!
Fran
Why don't you try yours. Every water-based ink pad reacts a bit differently when the ink is misted with water.
I don't have any Copic markers, but I do have lots of Sharpies. Wondering if they would work instead?
I also have Alcohol inks & wonder if I could 'paint' with them instead of Copics. I would think they would coordinate nicely with Distress Ink colors since they are all Ranger. Mixing a little Metallic or Pearl Mixative to Alcohol ink would be interesting to try.
I think I would also try applying Distress ink with the foam applicator and/or DTP with the pad to achieve color variations on multiple flowers.
Also, I have not tried this with a Sharpie, but I suspect the results would be similar. Thanks!
regards ellen
You don't need special paper for this technique -- basic cardstock works fine. Distress Inks are a particular type of ink marketed by Ranger. You can google Ranger Distress Ink pads and you will find a lot of information. The ink is wetter than regular dye ink pads. HTH
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