Alcohol Ink Xmas Ornaments

[@brendaokelley6631]

I LOVE your personality

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Wow... Brenda... what a sweet thing to say! (Shhh... you are now officially my favourite viewer!) And... just FYI... I just put a link in the description for these alcohol Ink ornaments to a new one I posted today with three methods for adding glitter... if glitter even matters to you!)

[@dale3404]

Wow, the white makes an incredible difference

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It really brings them to life!

[@donnahughes1939]

Where do you buy your glass ornaments and the white acrylic paint? Beautiful ornaments! Thanks for sharing!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

@donnahughes1939 Donna…. I originally bought a large box of hmmm… 2 o 3 hundred from Alibaba. The white acrylic paint I got off Amazon… name etc in the description but I’ve also included the type of acrylic paint it is since not all types are as effective.

[@sarahmalcom394]

Adding the white and using compressed air - game changers - they were so pretty before, but after - WOW! Thanks for the inspo!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Glad it was helpful! Always good to pick up some new tips!

[@lizawilliams5567]

I love these thanks for sharing your idea. I find you to be funny and exciting when doing your video I enjoyed watching. I did two ornaments and they are so beautiful and easy to make. Season greetings

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I’m so happy you enjoyed the video but… even happier that you gave it a try and love the results!! Thank you for sharing!

[@sussextoni]

Love this, I would of never used the acrylic, I'd imagined it would just wash the ink away. So much fun. My weekend project this weekend x

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Toni... it's the difference between the inks being alcohol based and the acrylic being water based. However, if worried... you could spray a little 'sealer' in before adding the acrylic.

[@sussextoni]

@@QueenBeeCreations I'm fascinated by it and will definitely be giving it a go x

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Yahoo! I think you'll love it!

[@brendakuder2957]

I have lots of alcohol inks and some of the clear ornaments so I will definitely try it.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I think you'll have some fun with this one!! There's more details in the description, based off people questions and comments...

[@Hardde00]

I am going to do this with my 5 Grandchildren. I know they will love it. Thanks for sharing.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They will! The nice thing about it too is the moment you add in the white and see the colours pop!

[@night4001]

I’ve been avoiding the browns in my ornaments. Now I will try them and see what happens!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It's funny sometimes which colours really work with one another or resonate with people... some of my favourite balls have been with the browns and mustard yellows!

[@jillgross6232]

I bought 120 bulbs in different shapes for my own tree just a few days ago from Amazon. I'm finally going to give this a try. Lol, I've been hesitating for two years, but I gotta do it now or have 120 clear bulbs on my tree!!! 😊❤😊😂

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Wow! I'd definitely say you are committed now! And, just for interest sake... how big is your tree? 120 balls?

[@mellycsa4553]

The white made it pop.... Looks beautiful

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It really makes a difference... there are a couple of other versions of this on the channel... one with glitter and one with a mirror finish.

[@michelleelms9411]

I can’t wait to do this project with my daughter! Thank you so much!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome, have fun! I have a recent video on the channel if you want to try one with sparkles...!!!

[@beverleyabrown488]

I’ve made so many of these now for myself and friends. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome! They do make beautiful gifts!

[@sharonvanderpool4611]

Just found your channel ❤❤ absolutely loved watching it..This is the best one I have watched and simple instructions 😊😊😊😊 Thanks for sharing ❤❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Welcome Sharon and thanks for the kind words! Check out the description of the video for more info... answering questions and clarifying some points! I also have a video with alcohol inks and glitter ornaments... also lovely. (there's one with a mirror finish too but the other 2 versions are my favourites!!)

[@yvettesblack]

Oh oh ohhhh!!! Those are gorgeous!! Im definitely going to try this!! Thanks for sharing! Beautiful!!!!❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome Yvette, enjoy!

[@wendyfalk2793]

I am planning to do this for a Christmas project for our youth group! Thank you so much for this comprehensive how to!! Also, prayers for our youth group session would be appreciated!🙏🙏🙏

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Absolutely! They should have lots of fun with this! Check out the version with sparkles in it... they likely will enjoy that version too!

[@artmyheart7409]

Brilliant and beautiful

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I don't know about brilliant... but they are beautiful!!!

[@aileenryan9552]

Absolutely fantastic can't wait to try this. Thank you

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Hope you enjoy!!

[@annettecahalan4268]

Omgsh these are gorgeous!,, I would never have thought to put white acrylic paint inside ! Genius you are

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It makes them pop! Check out the video this year where I did a mirrored backing to them without the the white... they are pretty special too!

[@annettecahalan2170]

@@QueenBeeCreations thank you I will definitely check it out. I already got some compressed air

[@ginaromo1895]

These are fabulous and by far the easiest way I have seen to do them yet! Can't wait to give it a try, thank you so much for the tutorial!! 🙂❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome Gina, enjoy!!!

[@lynnhilton-nat2110]

I just ordered a bunch of IOD molds from your store and I followed the suggestion to collect more points. I am soooo happy I did. Love, Love Love these. I get so excited with new craft inspirations, Can't wait to try!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Lynn... I just packed up your order... I sent you an email about shipping... I'm kind of assuming you want them shipped!!

[@KarenYauney]

What a wonder imagination you have ❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Thanks for thinking of it as a positive place!

[@annettecahalan2170]

OMGSH I did two thinking what a mess I made!!! Put in the white acrylic and OMGSH !!!! I can’t wait to give these as gifts 🎁

[@QueenBeeCreations]

LOL!!! I know from classes how many people think they have made something truly ugly... until... the acrylic paint goes in and... BAM!!! I have yet to see anyone make an ugly one!

[@annettecahalan2170]

@@QueenBeeCreations lol.. I literally could not stop!!!!!!! I did balls and disc. The disc are 😱😱😱🤩🤩🤩. My brother was floored. I did those earth tones and when he came home I added the White. Shake, Shake did the reveal his mouth literally fell open. Your an Angel for sharing this your awesome!!!! Happy Holidays !!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They are definitely addictive… the reveal keeps you reaching for just one more colour combination…

[@donnasavedbygrace]

I just loved this tutorial I watched yesterday and jumped right in started today. I will try and post the 4 I’ve done so far.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I’m not sure YT let’s you post pics but you can email them to [e-mail]. I’d love to see them!

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

These are so beautiful.🥰 I love how you can customize them.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

And that even using the same colours no two will ever be the same!

[@twigleafflower0315]

These are amazing! Thank you for sharing!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Thanks for watching! They are fun to make and... look just as good years down the road. I've got some on my tree over 4 years old and still perfect! Check out the video description (if you haven't already) for a little reference info and... if you like glitter... check out the version on the channel with glitter. They hold up for years too!!

[@twigleafflower0315]

Alcohol ink and glitter=amazing! I'm definitely going to check them out!

[@CraftingMyWorld]

Thanks for the tutorial! I will definitely be making these as Christmas gifts this year but will be using plastic balls for safety. Have everything I need to get started so I can't wait to play 🙂

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Plastic balls work just the same and look the same so have fun! I’ve also done a version using alcohol ink and glitter… just enter those parameters into the search bar on the channel to check it out.

[@AmySwayzee]

Thanks for this. I've done these with all acrylic and air but will try the alcohol ink. Hubby pointed out the magic of shirt colors changing lol

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Let me know what you think when you do!

[@marywiseley]

love these.. thank you for sharing

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Glad you like them Mary, they are addictive to make!

[@robinmckenzie4142]

Thank you for this video and such clear instructions !!! can't wait to try it !!!❤👍

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome Robin... you'll enjoy it!!!

[@Mandy-lc5we]

Yay a craft I will finally look good at!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

These are one of my favourites but check some of the comments out since some people struggled…

[@ritaprovencher6048]

What a great idea. Ive never seen this before, but i love it and i just bought 24 bulbs to decorate and already have inks. Ill send you pics!!❤❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I'm excited for you Rita... they really are lovely!

[@Mandy-lc5we]

I love your pump bottle for the paint, I've never seen that before. Thank you for an awesome tutorial.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I know… so convenient! It is a lot of paint though!

[@reneecress6958]

Can you water down the paint first

[@QueenBeeCreations]

@@reneecress6958 yes, just go light though, you only want to loosen it enough to move the paint around. Too loose and it won’t stick

[@beckyjackson6426]

What type of paint I the white paint in the pump bottle?

[@tracililley9760]

Love this video. Our annual Hunting Widows craft night will be these! What size ornaments are you using. My intent is for them to be put on an ornament holder for display - giving as Xmas gifts.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I'm using the regular size baubles... hmmm... are those 4-5"?? It can be done with any size though. I have another video (you can search on the channel) where I do them with glitter... advantage of this method is that nothing needs to 'drain or wait for it to dry... dollar store glitter works just fine... and they make beautiful gifts!!

[@maeve_a]

I've been doing these for a while and just replayed this video 😂 that sound of the air in the ornament is SO familiar it's cracking me up

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It's distinctive!!!

[@deborahn.6150]

I've never used ink, but now must try your technique. I've been using crayon pieces and a blow dryer. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Well, Deborah... we're even... I've never used crayons! What I like about the inks though is their translucency.

[@deborahn.6150]

@@QueenBeeCreations oh, me too. 🙂 the crayons can get muddy looking very quickly

[@DiRidpath]

Wow! These are stunning! I have to try this.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They are as easy to make as they seem! I have two variation videos out too, one with glitter and one trying them with the mirror effect finish… when you’re ready for more!

[@nicoleredle6533]

Great video! Beautiful craft! You make it look so easy and the end result is so so pretty

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It really is that easy! And really... I've never seen an ugly combination either so just have fun with it!!

[@jennybootse9187]

Beautifully done!!! I cannot wait to try this!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

There's a lot of great additional info in the description and in answers to and from others... worth checking out or troubleshooting with if you have issues. For me... it was really as straightforward as in the video - no hidden tricks. I did a Q&A video follow up and since then have also done ornaments with Alcohol Inks and Mirror effects and one with glitter. All are on the channel... just search alcohol inks and they'll pop up! I still make these every year!!

[@marilyntyger5253]

Stunning! Those colors are just perfect.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Marilyn... I have yet to find a colour combination that doesn't look great!

[@HollyFischerArt]

These are stunning!!!!! Wow! I love these!!! Thank you for the amazing tutorial. 🥰🥰

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching!

[@teresamazotti1315]

I will give this a try!!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You won't be disappointed... they really are lovely!

[@patriciaburt9365]

I really have to try this I did mine a little different I put white inside and then I dabbed my alcohol ink all over them they turned out pretty cool wish I could send you a picture so you can see but I'm going to try this cuz I like the look of it thank you

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Absolutely you could do it the way you described... certainly you could 'drip' the ink on the outside of the balls too... each technique would give a different look!!

[@dianejohnson9904]

I love, love the no mess aspect to this. These are so pretty!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

There are many that do the alcohol ink on the outside of the ball (which requires sealing) but... the ink gets everywhere! This method - it's all contained and very little mess - and... bonus... they are beautiful!!

[@robinsiler6577]

I LOVE THESE!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They really do turn out that beautiful. I have some I made 4 years ago that look just the same as day one, so they age well! (better than me!!!)

[@zoidmo3388]

Here a yr later & I'm loving your instructions & beautiful baubles Queen Bee. thanku so much for sharing your skills. I'm having problem with hearing you but fortunately we can rewind with a 'click' lol Merry Christmas 2022.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Glad you found the video - that's the beauty of KZbin... timing isn't an issue! Enjoy!

[@marywhiteside1061]

Absolutely gorgeous! can't wait to try this. Could you use different shapes of ornaments?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I`ve done it with the flatter disk-shaped ornaments no problem. I think, because you can `blow` the ink around that it wouldn`t be an issue... just a little more challenging to get it to some spots!

[@88Bsears]

I did, it's nice

[@lynnetteflagler7395]

Beautiful. Love ❤️

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Thank you Lynnette - they really are beautiful. You can check out a couple of other versions I did on the channel... with the alcohol ink and glitter or even with a mirror finish...

[@jeanhoffman-d6m]

I can’t wait to get started!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It is a fun one. I have a video on the channel using this technique with a mirror backing and one coming out Monday with sparkles... so you'll have lots of options for switching it up once you get going!!)

[@KellysCreativeDreams]

This video popped up in my feed and I LOVE it! I did the acrylic poured ornaments with my Girl Scout troops and they loved them. I can't wait to try with my alcohol inks! Creative Blessings!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Kelly... I'm glad you found it too! I love making these - I do it every year! I have a couple of twists on it so check out the channel for some other options. Enjoy!!!

[@adeledavis495]

Hi Cindy, I love using Alcohol Ink in my Christmas decorations. I always use a white paint to make the colours zing. My worry has been does the white paint have to dry before putting on the top or can you leave it wet. If the paint stays wet does it make the inks run? Mine seem to so I'm wondering if I am wetting them too much. What are your thoughts?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Definitely Let the white paint dry before closing the ball. I leave mine sitting upside down so any excess drains… allowing things to dry faster. There is a discussion in the comments thread about the best choice for the white paint and I’ve dropped a lot of that info into the description of the video for reference

[@Jade_902]

Thank you! I’m definitely trying this beautiful technique.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Jade... I think you'll love it. Refer to some of the comments regarding issues some had with the acrylic paint they used... I lucked out with mine but apparently they are not all created equal!!

[@terrasholley337]

I see you have sealer and UV protectant listed but I didn't see when that was used.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I don't use it for this project myself (that's why it's not in the video) but others expressed concern over the fact that alcohol inks are UV sensitive. I do seal my alcohol ink paintings with a UV protectant and sealer and I dropped that into the list in case they opted to use it. You would spray the inside of the ball before adding any inks... spray, dry and then start the project.

[@jillgross6232]

Forgeos. I boyght 48 glass balls to do this with and two boxes of alcohol ink. One with 12 colors the other with 36 colors! I also just ordered 48 plastic balls in all 4 sizes! I'm going to have a blast. This years tree will be spectacular! 😊😊😊

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Jill!!! Enjoy! This is addictive so you have definitely planned ahead for that!

[@sandrakinsey3702]

Excellent video. I was having trouble with the thickness of acrylics and thought I would switch to alcohol ink, but now I see I can mix the acrylic with a little water, and add as a backing to the alcohol ink. On my way to the craft store, fingers crossed!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Good Luck! (they are addictive... so many combinations!!!)

[@raniholt6632]

They are beautiful

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They really are!

[@tieskeellis8531]

Love it, sadly here in Namibia these glass balls are not available as we only have *1* hobbyshop left in the whole country!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They truly are as lovely as they seem... sorry to tease you with them! It is often easy to take things (like accessibility to supplies) for granted here. The technique works equally well for plastic and would work on non-traditional items too... maybe you're looking at taking the original concept and applying it to a different project entirely.

[@tenny1958]

Hello and thank you for the inspiration, i have gone crazy doing these baubles and adore them, BUT i am having a lot of trouble drying the inside. even after weeks the paint is wet. any ideas?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It sounds like too much paint. If you have excess it will take forever. You just need enough to lightly coat the inside, highlighting the alcohol inks. Try upending them over a cup to get rid of the excess and then dry them… rotating periodically to ensure that they retain an even coating.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Also... if you haven`t watched the `live` I did a week or so ago check that out... it was a Q&A on these ornaments... there may be more insights in there... like the type of acrylic you`re using perhaps!

[@vjm1639]

oh my goodness....found your videos and these ornaments are gorgeous. It is midnight and I'm having to fight not to head down to my craft room to play..... So beautiful!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Welcome to the channel - glad you found me! There is also a version of these on the channel with a mirror backing... the inks react to the mirror finish and you can get some cool looks... (this is oneof my very favourite things to do with a group of people because I have never seen one ornament turn out badly, so even those that don't feel crafty or artistic can walk away with something beautiful!) Have fun!!!

[@barbaraawalsh7407]

I am in ❤ with this technique. I bought inks, but other than resin projects, didn't know what else I would use them for. I can play with these all year round, which means I will have a lot done for the holiday sales. I may try these out at craft fairs just to see if they will sell year-round. Thank you for the terrific idea.❤❤❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome Barbara! I LOVE making these... the hardest part of it is getting myself to stop!

[@emilyfrangipane2514]

Love these!! What do you suggest if I dont have the pump jug of acrylic paint?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You don't have to buy the huge pump jug... just a size that works for you. Check in the description for the 'type' of acrylic that works best and use it. If it comes in tubes... great. if not, you could dilute some down and put it into a squeeze bottle (for ease of getting it in the ornament)

[@emilyfrangipane2514]

thanks!@@QueenBeeCreations

[@ursulapope9004]

Just found your video and this is definitely the best idea I’ve seen for colouring these baubles. Love, love, love the ones you’ve created. I have some acrylic baubles to practice on and will need to get some much thinner white paint than what I have but that’s not a problem. I’ve subscribed to your channel so looking forward to watching more of your videos when time permits. Thanks for the inspiration that I’ve been looking for! 🤗

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Welcome Ursula, and thank you. I have a video of alcohol ink baubles with a mirror finish and just did one this season trying them with glitter so a couple more experiments ahead of you!

[@patriziaforletta6745]

Thank you. You're hilarious!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching!!

[@jeanhoffman-d6m]

So beautiful! I can’t wait to try them!!!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They are just as lovely as they look - and addictive to make!!

[@shellialexander9387]

Hi there...I watched another KZbin res video where she tried many different acrylic paint brands and they EACH performed VERY differently. Just fyi brand DOES seem to matter. Would LOVE to try the brand used here...THX.🙏🙏🙏

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Well, that’s good to know! I bought mine from Amazon, titanium white, Meeden Studio acrylic paint

[@rosegriffin8001]

Is their a difference between compressed gas and compressed air? I've only seen compressed gas for dusting off computer keys. I have Tim Holtz air pump. Could ai use that instead of can canned compressed air?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Rose, anything that blows the ink around would work, from a straw to an electric air brush. Generally the only issue with a straw is in not breathing in the alcohol fumes. Anything else works fine.

[@theresathomas2191]

Gorgeous

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Thanks Theresa... it's really hard to make a bad one!!!

[@cindybrewer2040]

Could I use a heat gun to dry the inks? Just found you today and loved your video! I'm grateful for your generosity in sharing your art experiences. Thank you!!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

The alcohol evaporates so quickly on its own, not sure why you'd want to... also a little hesitant to test out the flammability of the alcohol to the amount of heat applied?

[@TomiMilliron]

So beautiful ❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They really are lovely!

[@raniholt6632]

My colors were beaufuli beautiful but when I turn it upside down the white drug the collies away. I couldn’t get the acrylic paint wouldn’t move so ai added water but maybe too much. Help please.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

There is lots of discussion on the page about what others have experienced along with solutions. See the description for the type of acrylic paint I used…. It makes a difference. Too much water will pull the inks. You could also try adding a water based topcoat over the inks and, when dry, then add the white acrylic if you don’t have success with getting the white to work directly.

[@Navillus02]

Beautiful!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They really are beautiful!

[@AlisonWaldorf-yy4he]

Hi ,I have recently found (and subscribed to) your channel ,I love the use of alcohol inks in the baubles and just happened to have all the necessary stuff at home. I had a little go and now have a question, my acrylic paint has dried and 'cracked' inside the baubles, is this because the paint is too thick ,I did only use a couple of drops of water and it did seem quite fluid . Can I rectify the problem by adding more diluted paint or squirting in more ink? They are such fun to do I would like to get it right.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Welcome... and thanks for the subscription! If the acrylic paint is cracking then I would definitely say that there is too much and likely too thick of paint. I didn't encounter this problem but I did only add the small amount of paint that I showed you. I'm not sure that adding more paint will 'eliminate' the lines of the cracks but... at this point... it is worth checking. Note too that I dry my balls upside down so any excess acrylic can flow out of the ball and into a little paper cup - eliminating any excess. Check on the channel also for the alcohol ink ornament version using glitter instead of the acrylic... a different look but also lovely!!

[@AlisonWaldorf-yy4he]

Thanks for the reply ,I am pretty sure I am going in much too thick ,you use a pump for your paint and I was just guessing, I did dry upside down and there were no drips !! Back to the drawing board when I get back from work this afternoon...when you will probably be having breakfast as I am in the UK. I have seen the other videos, that's next on my to do list. Have a happy day. Alison.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

@AlisonWaldorf-yy4he okay… definitely sounds too thick for sure! Good luck!

[@rosegriffin8001]

Will have to try this!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

One of my favourites.... ever!!!

[@debbiebutler456]

Instead of water have you tried drops of Flotrol?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I haven't used Flotrol with it but since the video I have used TopCoat (a polyacrylic sealer) instead of the water and it worked well.

[@kmg0125]

Just came upon your channel. Absolutely love this and love working with alcohol inks! Thank you, Will definitely be making these! 💜

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Welcome!! I do have a video from last year (this one's 2 years old) where I tried doing a mirror finish inside and this year a video using sparkles... they are all lovely!!

[@ms.mommie6985]

So pretty, I’ll have to try doing this!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You`re gonna love it!! Make wure to read some of the comments from others - I think people have added some great insights.

[@kimberleyschempf8118]

I was watching your video and saw your paint dispenser can you please let me know where you found it.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I'm thinking you're referencing the 'pump' jug the white paint was in... it came that way but, as others have found, it's not offered on Amazon any more, which is where I bought it.

[@kimberleyschempf8118]

@@QueenBeeCreations do you have the brand maybe I can find it somewhere else

[@tawniowens5834]

I absolutely love these.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

They really are lovely and... addictive to make!

[@brennisbooth9]

Love these! Well done!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Thank you... they really are lovely... they are a class hit every year!

[@annvold2874]

Please help us! We found this great video and have been having such fun creating ornies. Now we're working on NEXT holiday season but we have a few questions. Is your acrylic a certain high quality brand or just the cheap stuff (mine is Craft brand) since so much is used to coat? We've added some water to make it runnier but it tends to streak inside the glass balls. Next: we also find that the water-based acrylic reactivates the AI somehow and then distorts the beautiful AI designs we're making. Do you know why? For instance, today the white acrylic totally diluted the Botanical inside and turned it into a mere whisper of green. The blue used with the botanical bled pink into the acrylic since red is a pigment in blue. I am using Ranger and Pinata inks, nothing off-brand, only the "good" stuff. I am using a hair dryer after the inks to MAKE SURE the insides are dry before moving to acrylic. Any help or hints would be much appreciated. Ann and Kris - Minnesota fans

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Hey there Ann and Kris! There has been much discussion in the past comments about many of these issues so don't hesitate to look back. I have posted the exact type of white acrylic I have used in the description... apparently others have commented that the 'type'... not brand matters. I lucked out with the one I bought apparently!! Some people experienced the 'bleeding' of colour you described (though some never had it... go figure!!) and their solution was to add a topcoat layer between the alcohol inks and the acrylic. That worked for them and you might want to give it a 'go'. I do have a video I did with some troubleshooting comments so you can check that out too and see if that helps at all. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWbCZ3-GoL1pb6c I also did a version using 'glitter', with no acrylic... that video is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX2Wc5eha5tsgbc I did three version of the glitter ornaments (if I'm remembering correctly) but ran a couple of classes using my favourite version - the one with wet ink and glitter added directly into the ball. Everyone's turned out fantastic and that is definitely my preferred no-fail version. Different results with varying the colour of the ink, the colour of the glitter and even varying the size of the glitter itself.

[@paularule9964]

Without the white paint, would it be like a sunbather effect?

[@paularule9964]

Sorry, sun catcher, not sun bather 🙄

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Without the white they are lovely but… definitely like a sun catcher… they would need the light to show off the colours.

[@andreashofner7676]

Thank you for showing this! This was amazing and I can't wait to try it

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I LOVE making these Andrea... they are so much fun!

[@andreashofner7676]

@@QueenBeeCreations I will definitely post pics once I make them 😁

[@cherrychriestenson3319]

Can you tell me what acrylic paint you used and where did you get that size of bottle? Absolutely beautiful ornaments!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Cherry… the information on the products used is in the description. Apparently I lucked out with the first type of Acrylic paint I used… it worked well for me. Others commented that the type made a difference… type, not brand. So I made special note of that for you.

[@karenavery3672]

How do you dry them without the paint all pooling on one side?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Dry them either the opening facing down so the excess paint drains out. I rest them in egg cartons.

[@brendablackmon4490]

Loved the video and want to do this as a fun project after a ladies lunch. I was looking at the supplies list and noticed that sealers are mentioned but I didn’t see that in the video. Did I miss it? Thx!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Two options…. Some will spray the outside of the balls with a UV protectant sealer to prevent the inks from fading over time. I don’t bother. Some mention experiencing issues with their acrylic paint ‘pulling’ the alcohol ink off the ball. If so.. you can spritz in some sealer between the inks and acrylic. I haven’t had this issue so don’t do that either… which is why you didn’t see it in the video.

[@lynndegrave6689]

How long does the alcohol take to dry before you add the paint inside?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Minutes? If you are using the canned air to 'blow' the ink around then the ink will be dry when you can no longer move it. If you are dropping the ink and and swirling/shaking it around it will take a little longer. Generally I'm working on 4 balls at a time if I'm looking to complete and sell them as a 'set'. By the time I've finished with the ink in the 4th ball I go back to the first and add the acrylic paint.

[@SandraWaterhouse]

How long do the baubles take to dry thoroughly please

[@QueenBeeCreations]

If you have just a thin coating of the acrylic paint then mine are typically dry overnight. The draining of the excess paint is important to help this process. If there is too much paint then not only will it take longer to dry but the acrylic may be very thick and then crack during drying. You just want enough paint to give you that 'backing' colour. Just enough to coat.

[@kathylambert-uz1vs]

Beautiful ❤❤❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Thank you Kathy! they really are lovely... and easy!!

[@lynettefiorucci1669]

What is the paint in the large container that you put in when you shake?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It was a white acrylic paint. The details are in the description!

[@sandyreefe9734]

Love these!!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Me too Sandy… i make them, or one of my other versions, every year!

[@kathiesherman]

Can you use calligraphy ink to do this ornament?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Kathie... I have never tried. the beauty of the alcohol inks is their transparency. That said though... regardless of how opaque or transparent the calligraphy inks are it may still work well with them - affording a different look. Things to consider... The acrylic that I'm adding is water based, while the alcohol inks, of course, are alcohol based. Therefore, once dry, the alcohol inks are not typically disturbed by the water based product coming in contact with them. If you want to try it with the calligraphy inks and are unsure of their reaction to the acrylic... maybe drop a small amount of the inks on a piece of plastic wrap, let dry, top with a bit of the watered down acrylic and then pick up the plastic wrap (put a plate or something beneath it to help with that) and roll the acrylic paint around to see if it starts to reactivate and move the inks. If they stay in place you should be good.

[@maryreneebruno9962]

Such beautiful pieces! I tried this last year, but I could never get the acrylic paint to dry inside the ornament…. Even though I turned them like you suggest. I used straight acrylic paint, and did not add drops of water. Maybe that is why? How long do yours take to dry? I appreciate any suggestions you may have. Thanks 😊

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Maryrenee... I generally let it dry overnight, turning them every so often to ensure that the coverage of the white remains consistent. I leave them propped so that the hole remains fully exposed to the air, not sitting flat on a surface, closing it off. Hope that makes sense.

[@lisaadams6119]

To piggyback on her comment, how much acrylic paint do you put in the ornaments? I tried your technique this weekend after letting the alcohol ink dry for a week and when I added the acrylic, it pulled a good deal of the ink off. So now I have a much more muted looking Christmas ball. So how much water do you add to your paint to make it as fluid as it appears to be?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Hmmm... never really measured... maybe a teaspoon? and half a teaspoon of water? I buy the acrylic paint in a big jug (because of classes) with a pump action on top - so... one pump. It's fairly thick so just enough water to make it 'move' but not to make it too runny. So... the consistency of a melted milkshake, not cake batter...???

[@df3773]

can we add glitter after applying the alcohol ink color?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Absolutely! Though... if adding the glitter omit the white or you won't see it! If you add it into the ornament right after the alcohol ink has dried then it will remain 'loose'... not likely to stick. Could be a good look... like a sparkly snow globe effect! If you want it to 'stick' as a background to the alcohol then I would spritz in a spray adhesive and then add the glitter - and SHAKE! I haven't tried this so the only thing I would recommend is to double check your spray glue and make sure it does not contain any alcohol - which would reactivate the inks.

[@rainey9763]

What a fabulous video! I love what the compressed air does and have a dozen clear balls ready to play. Thank You!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You are so welcome… enjoy!

[@donnasavedbygrace]

I do have a question about the canned air, would the battery operated air gun work?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I’m not sure I even knew there was such a thing but I don’t see why not. Some people simply blow into the ball with a straw, and some simply swirl the inks around. I like the look of the ink blown inside which is why I do it. Lots of options though.

[@donnasavedbygrace]

@@QueenBeeCreations I really enjoyed the tutorial, I wish I could figure out how to show you the ornaments I did today!!

[@donnasavedbygrace]

I sent you an email with my balls!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I sent you a reply... but they look GREAT!!!

[@kellihull7600]

Love these! YT recommended ❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Welcome Kelli…if you love these… and really, they are beautiful, check out the version with glitter and with the mirror effect paint!

[@jenniferfarrar3542]

Where did you get ornaments with their own boxes?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I did a very large bulk order from China. I'm a little sad that I'm near the bottom now because I can't for the life of me remember how I found them in the first place!!

[@laurajames8071]

How expensive are alcohol inks? Could this project be done with just acrylic paint and water? I have 0 alcohol inks and a ton of acrylic paints.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Alcohol inks (Ranger line) typically come in packs of 3. On my site they are $15.99 for the 3, which should give you a general idea of what to expect. Know that you are only adding a couple of drops of colour at a time... a little goes a long way. The reason I'm using the inks in this... and not acrylic paint is because of the translucency. If you were using acrylics (which you certainly could try) I would suggest dropping in only one colour at a time, swirling it, and leaving it to dry thoroughly before adding another colour so that they don't mix and become muddied. The alcohol inks dry quickly - the alcohol evaporates, leaving the ink behind. You could use the acrylics as I described... a longer process... and I think they could be quite lovely but they would not look the same as with the inks.

[@Redheadnana]

WHEN I BLOW MINE WITH THE AIR IT MAKES SPIDER LEG LOOKING SPOTS. IT DOESNT SPREAD OUT ALOT. AM I DOING IT WRONG?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It's all a function of 'where' you are directing the air in the ball. and how close the nozzle is to the ink you're trying to move. The closer and more direct the more it's going to give you the splatter look... perhaps the spider legs you're referring to. I blow the air in but off to the side of the 'fresh' ink. You can opt to try 'swirling' the ink a little instead and see if that works for you better.

[@kimbradford]

I made a couple of these and love how they turned out but I can't figure out how to post a picture here.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Kim... I don't think you can but... feel free to email me a pic... I'd love to see them... [e-mail]

[@kathydietz7347]

These are beautiful,however please address. How long did it take for the white paint to dry? The first two I made never did dry and finally the light inks melted away. I tried again making sure the paint layer dripped out better and kept turning them. It has been 24 hrs and they are as wet as when I first did them. I used the brands of paint you used and added a few drops of water. Thank you for advise.

[@cindybruce3053]

That's my question too.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Cindy…. This was a duplicate question… she posted it twice… which is why this went unanswered… my apologies. Mine have always dried..l typically overnight is enough though it could take longer depending upon the weather… hear… humidity. The acrylic paint will dry and seal itself. However I added a tiny bit of water to help it move within the bauble since it is thick. However, adding too much water will break down the integrity of the sealer in the paint. No more than 10-15% water to paint to prevent that from happening. In the description for this video I give you a descrIption of the ‘type’ of acrylic paint I’ve found that works … which is the important part… not brand