For the people reading this who don't know: Don't use nail polish to seal! Nail polish is not made to be permanent. Over time it can yellow, crack or turn tacky. Plus it's way more proportionally expensive than actual craft polish/sealant. Only ever use nail polish if you're just playing around and don't care if your project lasts or is cost efficient.
@LoriensCraftBox7 жыл бұрын
This is true! If you're going to be selling your pieces I would not advise using nail polish. Unfortunately resin yellows as well over time and I think a lot of glazes do too.
@TenderheartOfficial6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information
@journiex47576 жыл бұрын
Agreed! I've had it happen first hand
@nuraiya35166 жыл бұрын
Do you mean just as a seal or colouring as well?
@trekadouble7575 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure, maybe it depends on the brand. I did cover some little project in nail polish, some I did 3 years ago, they didn't become yellow yet. Maybe they will, I don't know, but for now it works just fine.
@heatherturner92866 жыл бұрын
I’m old enough to remember getting Shrinky Dinks when they first came out. Finding replacement plastic was infuriating because you had to send the request by mail. I love the fact that my kids (and now my grandkids!) can share in one of my generation’s pastimes.
@LoriensCraftBox6 жыл бұрын
Wow, I didn't know that. It sounds super inconvenient! It makes me appreciate my dollar store even more!
@kentuckyfriedhuman81935 жыл бұрын
Lorien's Craft Box XD
@Etakagg4 жыл бұрын
I’ve found using thick Posca pens is the fastest and most solid, as color pencil is quite time consuming when doing large areas. Love this video!
@anikad2843 жыл бұрын
Most expensive too 🥲
@RevinandCalebsMommy2 жыл бұрын
May I suggest that you use a combination of the permanent markers and the colored pencil? It gives a very bold color and it seems to blend the marker ink better so that you don't have the obvious lines from layers of coloring. It works especially well if you use the colored pencils denmarker and color pencils again in that order, layer upon layer. This may be extra work that may be unnecessary for some. But I love the super saturated color that it gives. BTW awesome videos! This is a first for me on your channel and I plan to subscribe, like, and view more. Until next time, keep on shrinky dinkin' 😆
@abeautifulgarden84378 жыл бұрын
I like the perminant marker the best because it kind of gives a darker colour to the plastic and the uneven colorig makes it look like an emrode for the green one and a saphire for the blue one :)
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
You're right :D They would make good gems!
@rosem32404 жыл бұрын
I remember my first time using shrinky dinks my mom had found a kit to make Christmas ornament charms so she went full beans and got a teeny tiny silver Christmas tree so we could hang them on it
@matthewwilliams14167 жыл бұрын
I use prismacolor premier pencils to color my charms and it is so pigmented that I get a 95% opaque flat and beautiful rich color when it's baked and then I use a quick dry top coat for nails to seal it and they come out great! I would say definitely invest in more expensive supplies because you tend to get much better results but take shortcuts when needed! (like top coat lol)
@franceslionheart3 жыл бұрын
This video was super informative and helpful! Thank you Lorien!
@fleabagnails2 жыл бұрын
I can't believe I just found your channel again!! I used to watch your tutorials on uv resin charms and how to make the cabochons!!! So happy you're still making crafts :)
@lostbeyondwordz8 жыл бұрын
I've recently been addicted to using watercolor on my shrink plastic because I love the look of them after they're done (//3//) But you always make me want to get a set of pastels~
@icecreamyummycookie8 жыл бұрын
Oh! I've never seen watercolour on shrinkies! I would love to see what it looks like, because the colour pencil method is just working for me as it smudges and bleed when glazing.
@lostbeyondwordz8 жыл бұрын
[goo.gl/hfynhf] Those are a few I made though I colored the skin (and the hair on the far right one) by colored pencil since I don't quite like the effect of watercolors for skin. I just like the way I can mesh colors together, it's more organic looking and there isn't a bold line where I change colors. I've managed really nice gradients when I take my time /laugh/ What method do you use for glazing? I haven't had any problems aside from my Ultramarine Prismacolor colored pencil that always bleeds (and experiments with Sharpies)
@icecreamyummycookie8 жыл бұрын
Aw! They look great and adorable ! The first trial I used resin only , then 2nd time trial i put a coat of acrylic gloss and then resin , but it still bleeds
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
Ahh! That looks amazing! I've never had problems with bleeding when glazing. I'll have to test out a few sealants and see what the best combination is :D
@lostbeyondwordz8 жыл бұрын
(//U//) Thank you. Maybe it's the type of colored pencils you're using. Have you tried brushing the shrinky after you shrink them? It could be that excess pigment is still on the top layer? I have a small round makeup brush that I use to dust off the side I colored after shrinking them.
@paolafrancisco-deen30982 жыл бұрын
The Posca and pastel pieces look great! The deep red nail polish is a nice touch, too. Thanks for sharing the idea. ☺️ I had the same issue with copic markers until I discovered they can be used like alcohol inks for abstract pieces 💕
@craftsNstuffBamma7 жыл бұрын
I like the acrylic paint affect and I love your chalk pastel video. One of my favs.
@chewymunchkins5 жыл бұрын
Wow these are fun! I think I was surprised at how the glitter topcoat nailpolish came out! So shiny I love it!
@DragonFlightRider4 жыл бұрын
I like using alcohol-based markers, and then lightly "paint" over with a small brush dipped in alcohol. It gives it an almost stain-glass look. I outline AFTER coloring everything in btw. Your outline will get muddled or smeared if you outline first
@LolliMolly093 жыл бұрын
Oh that's genius!!
@DragonFlightRider3 жыл бұрын
@@LolliMolly09 thanks! It helps to lighten your finished shrinky dink color too. Even my lightest marker colors turn darker than I want sometimes
@TreisiGomez3 жыл бұрын
The chalk and acrylic were new for me and pastel I add resin on top to make it glossy love to use color pencils ❤️🦋
@beasaroseco58402 жыл бұрын
Excellent demonstration.
@idioticarus4 жыл бұрын
If anyone wants a quick tip, I find coloured pencil works best and then just seal it with some pva glue after baking, it stops the pencil coming off on cloth :O) it’s not the best sealant, but it’s cheap and it works
@ItalianPokeMage4 жыл бұрын
Is it safe to use shrink plastic in an oven and later cook food in the oven? I am worried that when the plastic is in the oven the markers or plastic itself will release toxic chemicals and those chemicals could end up in food. Should I be worried about that?
@aine8844 жыл бұрын
i think it’s safe
@andreapizzocaro9084 жыл бұрын
It’s safe
@jobray45624 жыл бұрын
ItalianPokeMage I bought a used toaster oven and use it in the garage. Personally I would not cook food in it and use the cheap one just for Shrinky Dinks. Toxic
@caliginouscat69976 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if you can use acrylic before baking? Thanks!
@sophia21966 жыл бұрын
No, it peels
@goldneko5 жыл бұрын
In my experience it works
@averydolan93207 жыл бұрын
Can you colour on the back of them?
@miriamdiamond-barber35317 жыл бұрын
u can embossed the shrink plastic and lightly color the raised bumps on the embossed/scratchy side with oil pastels. After shrinking, I put on a coat of glossy accents. It has a stained glass look.
@jamiebeckwith12528 жыл бұрын
Omg! I literally just walked out of Daiso and watched your video and the chalk pastels were from Daiso! 😂
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
hahaha, yep!
@jamiebeckwith12528 жыл бұрын
atelierlorien so I went back in and brought 5 of them! Haha
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching! Which method did you like the best?
@StwabewwyMush8 жыл бұрын
atelierlorien I personally think the Posca chalk marker looked really nice ^^ even though it takes a little while to dry, but if I were to first start making them (which hopefully is soon!) I would start off with the coloured pencils
@jadediego51847 жыл бұрын
i noticed you were using some type of sponge for the acrylic paint method. what tool were you using
@Craftergirl7 жыл бұрын
she was using a very fine paint brush
@naomim50156 жыл бұрын
I usually use Prismacolor pencils on mine but the nail polish looked nice. Want to try it now...
@stephani4456 жыл бұрын
Lorien's Craft Box wat side
@dakotawright46994 жыл бұрын
what side do u color on ?
@jennipherjuarez18184 жыл бұрын
Do you guys think it is a good idea to use acrylic pens on this paper? To seal it with Mod Podge?
@meadowlark222 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! You can get very pale, even pastel results on your shrink plastic pieces if you put just a little pastel chalk on your finger and rub it on the matte or sanded side of plastic before baking.
@nataliepadierna20017 жыл бұрын
I have used acetone on #6 plastic and it works but it has to be 100% acetone. I have also used sand paper and that also works great. People on here have said shrink plastic is named shrinky dinks. It's not the only brand. There are other shrink film brands. Using any #6 plastic works just the same.
@LoriensCraftBox7 жыл бұрын
Good to know!
@miaccg56216 жыл бұрын
when you made it in the oven, do you still continue using that oven for cooking food? or do you have different ones? does it leave a smell of plastic on the oven after you shrink the plastic? reply pls
@elliejones73976 жыл бұрын
miaccg No, I have used #6 plastic in my oven. It leaves no smell and my oven works just fine. As far I know, it's 100% safe to use as shrink plastic.
@miaccg56216 жыл бұрын
Ellie Jones thanks so much!
@elliejones73976 жыл бұрын
miaccg No problem. I hope I've cleared any concerns you may have.
@sleepylunaart5 жыл бұрын
can you colour the shrink plastic with acrylic paint before baking? because i saw some people doing it with posca and they are basically acrylic paint in a pen right?
@katiefelgar73774 жыл бұрын
What side is best to paint on with acrylic paint.
@aprilbrady66796 жыл бұрын
The sound of the permanent markers!😢 Love this video and love you x I like the chalk pastel the best because it gives a really solid colour and it's super cute
@tanilleroesler77433 жыл бұрын
Do you have a shop where I can go and see better examples of how the different methods look in the final result? I'm working on a graphic novel series and wanting to make charms using #6 plastic because I work at a restaurant and can simply take home food and was the containers, and the tests I've done so far I have used Bic markers, Sharpie markers, and alcohol ink markers and when they come out, you can see the marks from being colored and in some places you can feel it. I've tried multiple layers and the color is definitely better, but not the streak factor, so I'm looking for other methods and so far you're the only one I've found that actually goes in depth on different methods of coloring.
@appletons25584 жыл бұрын
So i paint the back so the black lines on top still show then glue a pin back on it (backside thats been painted) and the pin backs keeps falling off. Its like the acrylic paint isnt sticking to the plastic. Tips?
@kidsworld4005 жыл бұрын
Hi sis Should plastic has number 6 on the back to work? Because i tried number 1 and it didn't work under the heat ( in the oven )
@creatornat4 жыл бұрын
I have never tried these methods, but for all of mine, used water based polyurethane, in spray form. I use the 'Varathane', which can be found on Amazon, and some hardware stores. I also have used it for sealing polymer clay, and it's such a great product. For anyone interested, just be sure to use it outside when sealing your pieces. :)
@TopFurret6 жыл бұрын
What happens if you paint with acrylic paint before baking?
@mx.mclean26535 жыл бұрын
Acrylic paint is essentially liquid plastic so I'm going to assume that it's gonna burn and smell bad while being baked
@jasmine-ruff-puff99512 жыл бұрын
I was just here for the shrinky tips and there's wayfinders shown?! Well, now I have to make some.
@dreamdrawer86158 жыл бұрын
I get the exact same chalk pastels from Daiso lol
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
They're so goooood!
@nyslor19826 жыл бұрын
Can you use regular colored pencils or do they have to be water colored?
@lakshmisravani70004 жыл бұрын
Can I use hairdryer for this craft?
@muffyy01 Жыл бұрын
Whenever I use pencils it keeps looking patchy/not great even on frosted ones:[
@deletedjkcndsnsdnkcj8 жыл бұрын
do you add the white outlines before or after you colored the pieces in 7:06?
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
Before, but if you want a bolder outline, after is better ;3
@deletedjkcndsnsdnkcj8 жыл бұрын
atelierlorien thanks!! this video helped a lot ily !!
@Ana-fh1li7 жыл бұрын
noot gnr HELLO FREN |-/
@shimmerbrite8 жыл бұрын
I agree... Coloured pencils are the way to go and marker for outlining. Although I've never tried chalk markers before..
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
I always drool when I walk by the colored pencil selection in my craft store!
@shimmerbrite8 жыл бұрын
atelierlorien any art shop really i neeeed it ALL.. pens and cute books and diaries are my weakness!
@Jade-hk1dp4 жыл бұрын
where did you get the shrink plastic
@REDWIDDOW4 жыл бұрын
Do ohuhu markers work on shrink plastic?
@michelleozawa71737 жыл бұрын
I love the pastel method! Do you think I could get the same effect with oil pastels? If not, I’m going out right away to buy some chalk pastels~! Update: At Michaels they only had chalk pastel pencils... did not work out as planned. So a tip for everybody: Either don't use chalk pastel pencils or learn how to use them properly, lol
@LoriensCraftBox7 жыл бұрын
I’ve never tried oil pastels before so I’m not sure 😱
@firyalioliviamt3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this video a lot! It's the first video I watch on your channel 😊 Also didn't expect to see the Wayfinder charms at 6:28 😭💕♥️
@bebetterdobetter78363 жыл бұрын
Never use permanent markers on the printer shrink paper. As soon as the tip of the marker touches the paper it ruins the marker. Ink will not come out and it will never write again. I ruined a few Sharpies doing that. Would love to know the reason it does that.
@sookiepanda8 жыл бұрын
What do you use to seal in the color?
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
+Kasumi I usually use UV resin
@shada05 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to use pencil crayons on clear name brand skrinky dinks, & it's not showing up. I can kind of see it, will the color be bolder, after the shrink, or maybe pencil crayons won't work for clear?
@LoriensCraftBox5 жыл бұрын
It might get a bit bolder after you shrink it, but I can't imagine it'll be an even coat. I would try sanding it a little bit to help the pigment stick.
@shada05 жыл бұрын
@@LoriensCraftBox sorry to bug you I just looked at the package, it only says alcohol-based permanent inks. I'm guessing not all brands are the same.
@sugarcandy6548 жыл бұрын
Sorry if it's asking for too much but what are some effective methods to flattening the plastic charms right when they come out the oven?
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
+sugarcandy654 i press them between the lids from my colored pencils. I used to use CD cases, but the heat warped the case lol I'm planning on making a video on this too soon!
@sugarcandy6548 жыл бұрын
atelierlorien Thank you for answering!
@Aemni18 жыл бұрын
Actually i think the nail polish ones look the best but i agree, depending on the purpose of the work, the best way of coloring the piece is different :o they all look good!
@emmasanimals75838 жыл бұрын
I love how you post more on this channel i love watching these
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
+Emma's Animals thank you!! :D
@moniev72796 жыл бұрын
can I use crayola color pencils
@TopFurret6 жыл бұрын
Yes
@hello---66304 жыл бұрын
Can I use Crayola cause I'm broks
@LoriensCraftBox4 жыл бұрын
Crayola colored pencils? Yes. Crayons, I don't think so.
@hello---66304 жыл бұрын
@@LoriensCraftBox thank you
@yan00347 жыл бұрын
Could you use oil pastel?
@stephaniejuarez27104 жыл бұрын
Can I print instead of drawing on shrink plastic?
@LoriensCraftBox4 жыл бұрын
You need special shrink plastic for that, but yes!
@-SweetCheesecake-4 жыл бұрын
What happens if I use alchohol markers for my shrink plastic ?
@Alisa-uy6mz4 жыл бұрын
I used my prismacolor alcohol based markers one time for a project and the pigment immediately started rubbing off on to my fingers. I thought I should give it some time to dry over night, but it still was rubbing off and it stained my glaze. So yeah I think water based it the way to go if you do use markers but that’s just my experience with it lol
@dragonladyunbound6 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your video. You did a great job.
@lilacstudio32437 жыл бұрын
I have that marker and they are better for the normal ones
@chokimoon96465 жыл бұрын
can you use crayon
@Sabi32938 жыл бұрын
soo... I was pretty curious what you are using in hope you might solve my problems with that but actually... I am still confused and maybe someone here might be able to help. 1.: sharpies for coloring on these scratched plastics - how? when I use it the ink will kinda go its way through these scratches and the outlines won't be clean anymore.... 2.: nail polish as a sealer - I do that too, well I did, I stopped because it will totally mess up sharpies and sometimes it messes up colored pencils too like the colors will simply blend into another and I didn't find a way to stop that..... can someone help me with this one?
@icecreamyummycookie8 жыл бұрын
I'm having the same problem with colour pencils bleeding or running when glazing the white type Shrinkies as well.
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
Chalk markers > Sharpie because they're not as runny. I've found that markers work better on smooth shrink plastic. It also may be because Sharpies are alcohol based. I always use oil based permanent markers. (I believe they sell oil based sharpies as well...*just googled*)
@Sabi32938 жыл бұрын
atelierlorien well that means I should google what chalk markers in Germany are because I didn't really know what they are but guess I should really search for them :) Shrink plastic is worth it, I love crafting with it. Thank you! :3
@thenationssis60015 жыл бұрын
شو هو بديل هذا البلاستيك ؟؟؟
@sirbeef6095 жыл бұрын
.....watercolor pencils? I have those yay
@mukuXtuna69278 жыл бұрын
What brand chalk pen do you use?
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
Posca :)
@MegaStorm2526 жыл бұрын
This is really cool, what music is that? The music is nice too! :)
@kennedyt46285 жыл бұрын
Can you use crayons?
@yehkdoastlp43795 жыл бұрын
no, they'll get to melty when its heated
@kentuckyfriedhuman81935 жыл бұрын
The problem is, I have like every color in the color wheel including non-simple colors like Williamsburg Blue but I DON’T HAVE REDDDDDD REEEEEE
@LoriensCraftBox5 жыл бұрын
Get red! 😂
@loopyfrog8 жыл бұрын
very informative - great job Abi!
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@ritawashere57874 жыл бұрын
Hi there, thank you for the video. The chalk pastels you said you bought at the dollar store. Is this a Dollar Tree or a Dollar General? I've done shrinky dinks for many years. As a kid of course always back then with colored pencils. And then I've done them over the years with my kids. Now I'm on to my grandchildren ☺️ someone on a video I can't remember where I saw it, said that permanent markers rub off. I don't remember that happening. But is this something you've ever experienced? I'm only halfway through your video. Thank you
@DragonFlightRider4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I noticed that permanent markers will flake off from the Shrink Plastic. I started using a sealer (embossing powder) and that seals your design in and gives it an amazing shine. There's other ways to seal your designs in, but I only have used the powder
@shiho05028 жыл бұрын
ハートばりかわいいー!
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
ありがとうございます!
@alejandrabrito49727 жыл бұрын
I use deco paint markers
@iluvmesumgrapesoda98695 жыл бұрын
you kind of sound like Dollightful.. :O
@Craftergirl7 жыл бұрын
i always use colored pencils to do mine :)
@czbaterka8 жыл бұрын
Oh god, never use nail polish for crafting. That stuff is for nails and is not permanent. (It's a kinda a cancer of craft)
@twinmom62616 жыл бұрын
You should have mentioned in your video the temperature in which you "cook"them.
@madisonstarnes84025 жыл бұрын
It differs per brand.
@pakistaniyoutubermadij84746 жыл бұрын
How can I shrink in simple microwave oven?????
@TopFurret6 жыл бұрын
No
@hannahbanana36845 жыл бұрын
I use just cheap markers
@rabekagonzalezshakur20214 жыл бұрын
They have 6 sheets of shrinky dinks paper for 39 cents at a store in my city
@LoriensCraftBox4 жыл бұрын
That's great!
@animallove79015 жыл бұрын
Ummm do oil pastels work I don’t want to set the house on fire 😅
@saigodensya8 жыл бұрын
Love it
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
+Karen Yay! Thank you!!
@dfisher41448 жыл бұрын
Hi
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
+Squeaky fisher hi hi!
@grantyokoshima69284 жыл бұрын
LOVE YOU
@Nateboi-vy7ux7 жыл бұрын
Nice drawing btw🖒I prefer Color Pencils❤❤❤
@maxbushman63727 жыл бұрын
thank you!!!!!
@YayMe1st6 жыл бұрын
They're also water color pencils that you're using.
@LoriensCraftBox6 жыл бұрын
I just recently educated myself on diff types of pencils haha Oil pencils definitely work better for coloring in.
@YayMe1st6 жыл бұрын
Lorien's Craft Box Good to know. But what I mean is the short colored pencils you used say watercolor pencils on the box. Im wondering if you had wet them how that would do.
@camphalfblood09214 жыл бұрын
I like your voice🤗🤗🤗❤
@LoriensCraftBox4 жыл бұрын
Aw, thankyou!
@user-nz9ti8 жыл бұрын
Is there a reason why you spoke in English but titled the video in Japanese?
@LoriensCraftBox8 жыл бұрын
+Drawing 101 is your KZbin set to Japanese? It should have both English and Japanese titles according to your settings
@jamiebeckwith12528 жыл бұрын
Drawing 101 I read it Japanese originally when it was first posted too!
@maddielovelee7 жыл бұрын
Lorien's Craft Box how do you flatten your shrinkys? I heard you say something about not flattening one in time and I didn't know you can do that?
@lindsayarmstrong71307 жыл бұрын
maddielovelee put your pieces under something hard, just make sure the item you use isn't plastic so it doesn't melt.
@maddielovelee7 жыл бұрын
+Lindsay Armstrong thanks girl I appreciate the help!
@sherrysmalley40656 жыл бұрын
1.09 let's just call 'email "shrinkers".. Hehe
@birdlady814711 ай бұрын
💐💐💐💐
@hannahbd97 жыл бұрын
i think you ment to say acitate not acitone that is used as nail polish remover
@mikuenjoyerXD5 жыл бұрын
Acetone is nail polish remover
@kierstenknowles49835 жыл бұрын
Omg noooo this annoys me!!! She said posca wrong.
@LoriensCraftBox5 жыл бұрын
It's a Japanese brand and I pronounced it exactly the way it's said here in Japan. How am I saying it wrong?
@kierstenknowles49835 жыл бұрын
I’ve always heard it a different way 😁 I’m sorry if I came out rude Great video! 💜
@nanithefuck79295 жыл бұрын
good to know your display name is accurate.
@RoyalPayne19796 жыл бұрын
did anyone else cringe at the sound of those markers?
@haylengreer92497 жыл бұрын
its called shrinky Dink's not shrink plastic she makes it sound so boring
@LoriensCraftBox7 жыл бұрын
Shrinky Dinks is the brand of shrink plastic owned by AlexBrands :)
@kehlly95155 жыл бұрын
Do prisma colored pencils work
@mx.mclean26535 жыл бұрын
Yes! If you use colored pencil I reccomend using sandpaper to rough up the surface a bit so it adheres better