Alcohol Inks. A Lavinia Stamps Tutorial

[@1dnoel]

I've watched lots of you tubes using alcohol inks but have never seen them used the way that you do them. Love your techniques. Thx.

[@cindihoskins5728]

WOW!!! Alcohol ink has always scared me!!! You make it look so incredibly easy!!! These are jus beautiful!!! You have inspired me to branch out and try the alcohol inks!! Thank you, Tracy, for sharing this instructional video for us to learn from!!! ❤️

[@jaklyncraft666]

Who are you 😮 magical? That's who you are. All of you at lavinia blow me away with your stunning art. I'm a novice, but very keen. The inks confuse me, but I will keep watching you guys to learn from the very best. Amazing 👏

[@bonniekitt1]

It’s funny. I had written to you a while back with the problem of the ink not completely getting the image well stamped. I didn’t know about filling in the areas with more ink. However, with the advent of Versafine Clair ink I no longer have that problem! Everything stamps beautifully. I love these alcohol ink backgrounds! ❤️

[@janiceryan4481]

Simply stunning. I didn’t know you could use alcohol inks this way. Thank you so much 😊🌸🇦🇺

[@kellieklupfel1612]

I would love to see more videos like this with your newest stamps of 2020 also. 💜💜💜💜💜

[@JoiLori2]

Your work is stunning! Thank you for sharing and teaching me how to get the best out of alcohol inks. I have never seen this done anywhere else on the internet.

[@wordscrafter]

your voice is so soothing, i could listen to this all day :) i love that you didn't speed this up, that it was in real time. i'm practicing with my alcohol inks and it's hard to find videos that aren't sped up. anyway. i mostly wanted to say that you create really magical backgrounds!!! they're perfect for Lavinia stamps. (they're getting little easier to find here in the states, which is great because they're unlike any other brand.) love, love, love your creations!

[@weaver7249]

You cards and all you do is simply inspiring. I always get so excited, when I see a post from you.

[@vidbox44]

Holy moly! This is so inspiring! I’m so glad I hung onto my box of alcohol inks after my recent destash exercise. Thanks for sharing your creative eye!

[@sarahwold4350]

These three cards are awesome. I have learned so much from you about alcohol inks and am expanding my use of them. Thank you for your inspiration.

[@scottieable1111]

I love mixing inks and stamps. These are simply beautiful!

[@easttexaslady4618]

I love all your colors. Thanks for packaging the colors that go together so well. That has been one reason I have not started with the inks for cards. I am not good at knowing which colors go together. Thank you again.

[@suzannebrighton932]

Just beautiful, you always do such amazing work !!! Thanks for sharing

[@MMGARC]

Three fantastic video's!! I've just barely dipped my feet into working with alcohol ink and must say, I wasn't too sure of how to work with it. I now have a clear vision and Cannot wait to get started after watching you!! You're so inspiring and give me hope. Thank you so much!

[@AdventuresWithCarissa]

What a Brilliant Effect! Definitely want to try this soon.

[@Allhoney33]

By far, the best alcohol ink tutorial I've ever seen! Thank you! ❤❤

[@craftysandyscards]

Oh my goodness Tracey, this is pure magic, I’ll get my alcohol inks out and definitely be playing with them, thank you so much, I’ve never seen alcohol inks used this way before and I absolutely love it.. take care 💖🌸💖

[@patriciahowarth9234]

Hi Tracey, This technique is stunning, I have loved watching you create these 'masterpieces', I didn't want the video to end haha. I will have to get these inks etc, and give this technique a go !! Lots of love from Patricia xx

[@shirleyping7058]

These cards are Stunning! I Love all of the Lavinia Stamps and the alcohol inks on that Yupo paper is fantastic! What a perfect backdrop for the stamps! Love them!

[@maradann7375]

Soy de Madrid y hace poco tiempo que encontre tus videos pero me gustan muchiiiisimo y eres una inspiración para mi. Tu trabajo es maravilloso. Graaaaacias por compartirlo y un beso desde España.

[@donnalkrueger3715]

Thank you for this tutorial. It is so helpful to understand what the techniques actually produce and why. Using the ink and a paint brush to touch up is priceless. Seems so obvious too. Duh. Having a love affair with all your stamps , the detail is spectacular.

[@annitimmermans2434]

Thank you for this nice workshop! You really let it looks easy!

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

I'm glad you enjoyed it Anni 🧚‍♀️ Noni, Lavinia Stamps

[@jamn4God]

Wow, beautiful work!

[@archieandlazysunday433]

Fabulous demos. Loved the tips. Watching the ink on the paper was mesmerising.

[@danielapagliaro8025]

So beautiful and magical. I love this card. Your tips are always very helpful.

[@beryledwards4407]

Absolutely stunning 😍

[@annhind5261]

Absolutely beautiful

[@marshaparsons6515]

Thank you so much Tracey! I recently purchased Yupo paper and alcohol inks and have been struggling with how to stamp imagines on top of them. Your tips were so helpful. And your work is beautiful, as always.

[@sandrakelly1074]

Beautiful as always Tracy thank you

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

Thank you Sandra1 Noni, Lavinia Stamps 🧚‍♀️

[@KaytiebugofKC]

Amazing job, thanks for sharing! I have been having a terrible time with inks and stamps, but it's because I was using alcohol ink instead of archival! Even after sealing the alcohol ink so it doesnt react with the stamps ink it would still dry to quickly or run. Thanks again!

[@megbreiter6314]

So creative, thank you for your time.

[@Naria4210]

Hello from Florida, your amazing, I love your work for inspiring.

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

Thank you for your lovely comment Naria 🧚‍♀️ Noni, Lavinia Stamps.

[@Dsiegel7]

Thank you so much for putting so much time into this video. Much easier technique than the results make it look. Love it!

[@TACSTAMPS2U]

Thank you for sharing, I can't wait try the the Yupo & Alcohol ink backgrounds with my new Lavinia stamps! I love watching you work....Kim

[@cherylscrivens3560]

Wow, what amazing results with the alcohol inks! I love these three cards. Thank you!

[@joe-annataylor4159]

So lovely and great instructions, as well as great results!! Thank you!!

[@sallyallen6147]

Absolutely beautiful...I have many of these STAMPS AND LOVE THEM...Thank you for the demonstration. It has helped me a lot for my own cards

[@megbreiter6314]

Another lovely set of cards 💖 thanks

[@nadezdavasekova8865]

Krásny tutorial ĎAKUJEM😊

[@stampnurse]

Artistic & gorgeous! Can't wait to see if I can actually make use of my alcohol inks now!

[@handmadebyshirley3715]

So beautiful 😊

[@liliansgaardwogensen481]

you are so very talented...you have a addicted fan lilian from denmark.

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

Thank you very much! Noni, Lavinia Stamps

[@lindakeating455]

You’re very talented! Thank you for sharing all of your videos!

[@ritapetty7482]

These are awesome!

[@lorrainemcneil]

You are so amazing. You just make it look so easy. Now I HAVE to have some of these goodies. Thanks so much for sharing. It looks heaps of fun x

[@MrTarot1975]

Amazing demo's as always. I need a lot of practice with the alcohol inks.

[@CraftingMyWorld]

Wow, so BEAUTIFUL!

[@annedunstan1171]

Stunning

[@chrissteer8694]

Absolutely gorgeous cards 😍 so inspirational!

[@Loriandkitty1]

So very glad that i found you!

[@CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia1]

beautiful and inspiring art work!

[@alanduea7420]

Chris Duea Very interesting.. New technique

[@nicolelavigne4667]

Beautiful absolutely beautiful.

[@judypresley4904]

Just wonderful and lovely!!!!!!!

[@annehuge2757]

Beautiful! So beautiful!

[@darleneschoenrock482]

Beautiful as usual!

[@BelindaPort]

Love them! Absolutely inspiring and well made. TFS

[@marcelledaigle636]

Wow! Just beautiful...

[@triciaann8775]

UNIQUE! So gorgeous!.

[@CarolReidCA]

You can use some alcohol inks for stamps. It seems those that seem to be "heavier" or denser work better for Stamping. Also, I've had success with masking, like areas for the sun, by using rubber cement, then removing it completely after the mask is no longer needed. Have you worked with media such as texturing pastes, crackles, etc. on Yupo? I love your cards! I'm not familiar with the different stamps & stencils on the market, but you can make your own with Speedball or by cutting erasers. The stamps are very pretty though! Very nice cards & great video! It is fun to see how others use artist materials! Alcohol inks on Yupo & similar materials is incredibly fun, and makes beautiful images! Thanks for sharing!

[@chantalle7340]

Gorgeous

[@pamelathompson9890]

such beautiful work, Tfs!

[@sdmfann7768]

Gorgeous results! TYFS!

[@lesleywalker2845]

Wow that is awesome

[@lindaknox7725]

All three are wonderful. Great new technique with the alcohol inks which are one of my favorite inks to play with. I too, am wondering how you are able to get such tiny drops from the bottles....I don't think my bottles have such tiny tips and I think they are shorter. Please let me know....

[@vivienadams538]

Fabulous tutorial thank you!

[@christinamann4201]

Gorgeous!

[@pottedferne]

very interesting....I love it!!

[@suelewin4363]

What beautiful cards. Thank you for such a well presented demo. One question...why do you sand your stamps? Is it because you are using Archival ink or do you do it with all inks. .?

[@rosalindwiechart7828]

i would like to know the answer to that question, as well, and is it necessary to use the archival ink? I used the versafine clair ink and it bled and did not dry.

[@christinesmith989]

Wow, wow, wow! Inspirational - thank you! xxx

[@ChrisAndCats]

Was thinking you could apply the lift ink technique to this too....

[@sallyallen6147]

I have a different brand of alcohol inks..but I noticed the ones that u use, The Ranger when you make all of the small drops with> I cant do that with my ink...why can you..is it due to your inks having a smaller hole. Cant figure that one out. Mine even the small amount that I have, spreads out way to much. Help anybody know why would love to have a reply. I even put the ink into one of those fine tipped bottles thank you

[@ireneisbell2004]

I would like to know what size of a card you make ? These look so big . I thank you , love them .

[@solovjud]

If making as a card front, do I need to protect surface to prevent RE-activation of inks? I hope you see this comment & answer, as it seems an important step to me, thank you. The tutorial is wonderful, thanks again.

[@cwmom98]

Love your work! Do mind sharing where you get your supplies from? In-store seems to be very limited... I use Michael's. Lastly, could you tell us a bit more about the anti-static pouch... does it come in different sizes? How long does it last before it needs to be replaced? Thank you for taking the time to make these videos and sharing them with us.

[@maehongcrafty3152]

Does this work with any kind of alcohol ink? Such like Copic?

[@loespas1]

It is gorgeous! I tried to make it but I got big drops out of my bottle not those tiny ones as I see on your card. And may I ask you what sort and mark paper you use? I am living in The Netherlands. I hope you will answering me.

[@cozycrochetandthings]

😍 stunning

[@Mollyjean2014]

I keep getting felt hairs on my projects. I call it texture lol. Any suggestions?

[@stefanieladley5584]

Beautiful - love it :)

[@karynefagg209]

Thank you for your beautiful artwork. Are you required to seal the cards, if so what do you recommend?

[@fingerdancer100]

Been having a play and loving it, but my creations are taking ages to dry, have I put too much on the yupo paper?

[@bobbiebenton2027]

I used the same ink for stamp and it still doesn't give me a good solid image. I tried using the paint brush to touch it up and that never works for me either .

[@brendaclark2703]

Beautiful 🌹❤️

[@lorimcgarrity2146]

Hi there, beautiful results. I love alcohol inks. What type of paper did you say that was? I've used glossy photo paper but it doesn't hold up too well. I think I need to really find glossy card stock. Great job!

[@KaytiebugofKC]

It's Yupo paper, made from a thin polymer (plastic). Glossy photo paper or cardstock will not work, it has to be synthetic if you want the techniques to work! Otherwise the ink will just soak into the paper and/or react with the gloss layer

[@karynlee6029]

Love this alcohol ink cards. Why do you sand the stamps before you ink them?

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

Hi Karyn, Tracey would only sand the stamp is if it's slightly sticky from using any alcohol based inks. This is why we discourage using alcohol based inks when stamping with polymer stamps. Noni, Lavinia Stamps 🧚‍♀️

[@karynlee6029]

@@LaviniaStampsVideos thanks Nomi for the reply. I must remember this. Have a great day x

[@lynnkellyheartlands2341]

Tracey or Can someone please tell what the paper was call ty

[@susanhamilton1822]

Is there a reason you leave the bottom left hand corner under worked compared to the rest of the card? I was wondering because you did it every time. I think this is my favorite alcohol in tutorial. It is so inspiring that I have to try it out. I don't have hare stamps but I love them so my solution is to cut a small template and draw it on with Pitt pen and then fill it in with the brush the way you did with the stamps. Can't wait to try this out. Thank you.

[@susanhamilton1822]

make that alcohol ink not in. lol I don't know if there is a way to edit comments or not.

[@melissaedwards7431]

Susan, the three dots in the upper right hand corner of your comment is where you can delete or edit!

[@susanhamilton1822]

Well thank you. I learned something new today. lol

[@aliceadler4569]

Dearest Tracy, it’s May 28th, 2021. Can you give me the names of the colors that were in the “cool” & “warm@ pkgs way back when????? I am very, very new to alcohol inking. I do not have any inks yet!!!

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

Hi Alice, unfortunately we do not sell the Cool and Warm sets of alcohol inks anymore. laviniastamps.com/product-category/end-of-line/page/3/ This link will take you to the remaining alcohol inks that were part of the sets. I hope this helps, Thanks. Noni, Lavinia Stamps. 🧚‍♀️

[@fishngnana68]

Terrific.

[@debbiel890]

would versafine or arirondack inks work - or do they not dry

[@reathawilliams3632]

Please tell me ....what stamp is that for the trees?

[@britishcowgirl]

Love it : )

[@juliebergacker5680]

Awesome👍

[@tootalltree2002]

WOW How inspiring Where did you get the stamps? LOVE IT

[@annmount7313]

Mb$&7

[@bobbiebenton2027]

It's not from the stamp not inking up. It's not holding color where the alcohol ink has been and/or the type paper it's on. I can't seem to get a good bold image. It's faded out in spots.

[@LaviniaStampsVideos]

Hi Bobbie, thank you for your comment. Sorry to hear you are struggling to get a solid image. We would recommend starting with a non-silhouette image as this is easier to stamp on Alcohol Inks. Using a silhouette stamp will mean you aren't going to get a solid image and it wold require filling in with ink and a brush. I hope this makes sense. Noni, Lavinia Stamps

[@tuthillg]

Gorgeous! Do you put any fixative on top?

[@katelines6567]

Gail Tuthill h

[@celtic5764]

Why do you sand down the stamps?

[@christineruscoe3487]

I love most of what you do but I think you spoil it with the verses stamped over them. It spoiled the last one as you covered the beautiful fairy image with it so you couldn't see the dandelion for hearts. I think a few vine leaves coming down from the top would have been prettier keeping the lovely fairy image clear. I'm not a fan of the verses just to fill the space. But I love the rest of it.