Alcohol Marker Basics Part 1

[@christian393]

This lady can literally make a bunch of random lines on paper look good.

[@jaspermartin7444]

Hey there, nobody can be all things to all people so don't worry about it. I get the feeling sometimes that you beat yourself up a bit whenever anybody at all is the least bit unhappy with something. Lots of people love you/love your channel, just the way you are/it is!! YOU'RE AMAZING!! 💖💖💖

[@ravenpotter3]

I had a very small cheap set of markers before (they were a really weird selection of colors but they worked). I wanted to get copics and then I realized how expensive they are. and this Christmas I got a set of Ohuhu’s and I love them and now I need to learn how to use them better! Thank you for making this video it’s so helpful!

[@lemon._.thecat957]

Remember not to throw the markers away. Just get ink refills.

[@Swe3tnienn]

But Ohuhu doesnt have those

[@lemon._.thecat957]

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[@demi3115]

@@Swe3tnienn You can use Shinhan refills :)

[@Swe3tnienn]

@@demi3115 Ooooh thanks!

[@Cinnaschticks]

@@Swe3tnienn It may be helpful to find another brand that fits you if that happens, same for brush tips! :)

[@nancypalmer6729]

That tip for detecting the back of the paper is great, Lindsay! Thanks for another really helpful video.

[@traveldreamer4616]

Great information on paper. Knowing the right side is important. This video is so very helpful!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@winterpeony1462]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich does watercolour paper work as a substitute for the marker paper?

[@oracle_8947]

@@winterpeony1462 late reply, but NO. Watercolor paper is designed to absorb water, and will suck your markers dry before their time. There is special marker paper out there tho, sometimes called bristol. Hope this helps!

[@winterpeony1462]

@@oracle_8947 thanks!

[@luyun352]

@@thefrugalcrafter sorry for the late entry. I'm inpatient and is waiting for an appointment, and i forgot my earphones at home. I'll rewatch this later. But can i use plain A4 paper for alcohol markers?

[@juan0770]

As many here, I got my first set of markers. I haven't even finished the video and I want to say thanks for the clear and detail explanations. Good job! THANKS THANKS!

[@wendymcchesney7049]

Just thought I would remind everybody that on Amazon they do have these bianyo markers used excellent condition for like half the price....

[@winterpeony1462]

Wendy Mcchesney okie thanks :P

[@echobot1098]

ALSO SPREEY MSRKERS ARE CHEAP ON AMAZON!!!

[@DebbieGermany]

Be careful. I ordered used markers in like new condition, and some of the markers had obviously been used-so much that they were almost dry. Maybe somebody ordered the set, used it, and then sent it back for a refund.

[@sophiatheegg1736]

wow i just got those today for christmas and am using them right now!!

[@madilynbjohnson]

i bought the nattwork markers on amazon :] 16 for 50 and 20 for 80 i think!

[@tarahadley1949]

I'm brand new to alcohol markers and I've been binging your videos. They are SO HELPFUL! I'm learning so much! Thank you! :)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm so glad!

[@jaspermartin7444]

wow I really like that bianyo set, didn't realize you could do that with the lid.... I used to be a fan of the copics (on clearance of course) but realized that figuring out how to refill them with the right homemade color was a HUGE pain so when it comes to markers, as long as they come in lots of colors and have a brush tip then the cheaper the better! Lately I've been feeling overwhelmed so just resorting to simple adult coloring books while watching movies -- and the occasional popcorn binge. :P Starting to feel better tho, and watching your channel gives me the itch to get creative with other supplies, so yay, thanks Lindsay! 💦🌼💦🌼

[@amberkelly3941]

Yes, I also have gotten one set Bianyo Brush Markers. That is really amazing.

[@ashphoenix5447]

Don't worry about the length of the video. Lots of great information. Thank you. Love the idea about coloring along with you. I can't wait. I'm going to print out the image and grab my supplies now.

[@shirleypryor9397]

Lindsay thank you I learned a lot about the alcohol inks markers and the difference in the paper we are to use. I appreciate your explanation of the Neenah papers, I didn’t know why so many were using the Neenah.

[@ChristinaFurnerWebber]

I love how you produced this video!! Plus I learned so much!! Seems way better than copic or same quality just better price!! Tyfs 😊

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I was so pleased with these nibs, usually if a brush marker is under $5 it will have the fiber nibs that fray and not the good nibs like Copic, for $1.80 a marker you can't beat it and now more people can afford these better markers.

[@Dog_O_Fy]

Thank you. I just got my markers today! and i wanted to see the basic so thank you for making this video.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jefong14]

wow from one year ago and still hearting comments keep up the good work

[@rickdaddy]

Thanks! needed this info. Just came across a great deal for alcohol markers. Looking forward to trying a new medium!

[@created2bless322]

hi Lindsay! I ordered the 12 set of these today so I am still going to follow along but using a different inexpensive brand that came today. I've been trying a several recommended brands to see which I like best. Thank you so much for this beautiful download, it's appreciated!!!

[@stanky6261973]

In depth explanation. Thank you, Lindsey. That tiny woman's face and head is adorable!

[@cazhowe737]

Love all that you do and its always so helpful. You brighten up my day! 😚

[@tinakloepfer1581]

Thanks for the tips on using marker paper!

[@annettefournier9655]

Thanks Lindsay. Very informative. 💜

[@created2bless322]

This was a great video, Lindsay!!! Thank you!

[@robynvaughan7207]

Great video. I've just begun using alcohol inks for card making and knowing which inks to use for outlining and checking right/wrong sides of papers is wonderful information. First video I've seen this mentioned in and I've viewed quite a few! Thank you. :)

[@nervous_young_inhuman]

I just bought my first set of alcohol markers yesterday and they're gonna be here next week so I'm looking forward to learn how to use them

[@deepowers3117]

Hi, Lindsay! I'm planning on buying the Sanjoki brush markers as you suggested as my starter set, but I am lacking many colors. I would like to have a full range of browns from light, mid, and dark for nature and animals. I would also like some pretty colors for flowers with gradients, and true greens and blues for nature. I like Aquamarines and teals for sea animals and scenes, but find that so many marker sets have expanded their range of teals so much that many blues and greens, as well as other colors seem to be sacrificed to make room for them all. Because this video is 4 years old, I am hoping that you have done a recent review of the Bianyo markers so I can see if they can help me fill in some of the blanks in my colors. I am really glad that you did this informative video, see comment below, and that there is a part 2. I am off to watch that right now! Thank you for all your hard work in providing extra tips that many teachers and reviewers seem to overlook. Thank goodness we can always count on you to fill in the blanks!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Should like you might want a skintone and pastel set to fill out your sanjoki. Arrtx and ohuhu make good ones. Bianyo are more basic assortments

[@johndouglaswilson7504]

Thanks for the info, that was helpful.

[@jessicacollins8049]

I never thought about that with the chisel tip. I was considering switching to the original copics without the brush nib for zentangle but I think ill stick with the brush and chisel tip. Thanks so much

[@1jmass]

Lots of helpful information. Do you know if you can replace the chisel tip with a brush nib so the marker would have both brush and bullet tips? I am trying to choose between these and Arteza for my son-in-law. He wants copics like me, but I am not investing in those unless he is committed. Any recommendations?

[@aussieproductions1422]

10:28 Nice video, I love draring with alcohol markers :)

[@kocobee]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial.

[@greatlinescalligraphy1164]

Woow...very informative for a beginner like me..thanks mam for this video..i like it

[@laurarutowicz2269]

Thank you for this Im new to markers

[@jessicacordle88]

So I have some alcohol ink markers I bought them to go with my cricut stuff I have no idea how to use them and would love tips

[@iyla3742]

Thank you for being honest!! I’ve seen many other KZbinrs saying that the brush nib is better, when they’re only saying that because they’re fancier

[@thefrugalcrafter]

you can do well with whatever type you are willing to practice with:)

[@iyla3742]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich thanks 💕 I love your art!

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

Thanks Lindsay. I bought Specrum Noir markers about a year ago but really didn't know how to use them.

[@shannonwolff2599]

about the marker tips that fray like the blender you showed, not sure if it's the quality of the fibre or the ink but I bought the Michaels brand of alcohol marker a few years ago and the tips went like that in just a few uses... like less than a month!!! I was NOT happy and frankly haven't bought any since which was too bad at the time as the ink was very nice but the tips were awful. Back then there weren't many cheaper brush markers available, now we are spoiled with choice!! Now I have heard that a few places used these types including Blick and they quickly changed them due to these issues but I don't know for sure. I haven't had that happen with any others like the ohuhu, sanjoki, or others like that and I do have a few now.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Very few companies use those crappy brush nibs now thank goodness!

[@winnie5873]

i just got my first set of alcohol markers for christmas (my mom had no idea what they were but bought them because she knows i like art so she picked the most expensive markers she saw xD). this video helped ;3 i didn't know there were two sides to the marker paper!

[@MrKfadrat]

good god, the sides of a paper, so simple, yet i didnt think of it. thank you! :D

[@the.cosmic.studio]

What brand would you say is better, these or ARTXX alcohol markers? Thank you!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

If the brush nibs are still the same id say Bianyo brush markers are better. That said, arrtx has a larger color range in the brush version. If you are looking at the bullet/chisel version they are pretty equivalent but I think Bianyo might be cheaper and they have a 164 set now.

[@moonsphinx11]

Lots of great information. Thank you!

[@lizziedae91]

I have avoided alcohol markers thinking they all smelled strong. I discovered Copic actually doesn’t have a strong odor but the Blick Art & Spectrum Noir ones do. Where do these fall? Are any of the others you’ve reviewed low odor like copics?

[@amberkelly3941]

I think you need to try. Because everyone's sensitivity to odor is different. I think it is low odor. Because of the good price, it is very worth buying.

[@doughutcherson9358]

Do the markers bleed through the paper.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Yes. Unless you get a bleed proof paper like render or the ohuhu bleedproof pad.

[@Miastrong930]

Thanks for are the tips. No pun intended. My main question is how do you use markers and get a nice even color. All I get is streaks.

[@MaryMoisan]

Lindsay, so glad i found your review on these, because they are on PRIME DAY sale at Amazon. Only I found the travel set listed twice w/different reg pricing. Do you remember what the reg price for the travel case set was?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm not sure, the 72 brushes markers were $120 I think and they are great! The chisel/bullet ones were half I think

[@libertylost8286]

I just got done watching your video on drawing a hummingbird and using watercolors. Now I am watching this video about alcohol markers. My question is why do I have to have all sorts of different papers for different coloring techniques? Using card stock isn’t even mentioned, so do I have to run out and buy paper for embossing and watercolors and alcohol inks and acrylic paints etc.....? It was much simpler to use a piece of card stock. Thank you.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I did mention cardstock:) Neenah classic crest is my favorite it you can use what you like and learn to compensate for the characteristics of the paper.

[@earth2kara]

how do you get these off of the bottom of vans???..

[@tami1796]

Thank you for sharing your videos

[@IHGChick]

Is there any concern with fumes as you use them?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

There is a mild scent of alcohol. It doesn't bother me.

[@IHGChick]

@@thefrugalcrafter Thank you for the response. I was really asking about is there any possibility of breathing in anything toxic. Since then, in doing a bit of research on using alcohol ink pens online I have discovered that you should not use them if you are pregnant, and you should wear surgical gloves (because everything that goes onto your skin goes into your body), a quality mask (not those do-nothing masks they had everyone wearing for covid), and if your eyes are sensitive to wear eye protection if you are going to use them regularly. Several kinds of alcohol solvents are used, depending on the manufacturer, so it is good to know the actual contents of the inks. If not likely to take the above precautions, they should at least be used in a well-ventilated area. Possible side effects are not pretty.

[@marthaaybar6043]

Could you please share your color chart? Thank you!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

It might be on my blog.

[@StephanieLMedina89]

What is the best paper to use alcohol markers on? I currently have the ohuhu spiral notebook for alcohol paper

[@thefrugalcrafter]

That paper is good. I also like neenah classic crest

[@trust1102]

Would you recommend using these to create a brindle affect?? How would you go about it?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm not sure what that is

[@trust1102]

@@thefrugalcrafter brindle the fur pattern of some dogs

[@jedimastergarcia87]

I know kinda old but, how can you get this type of ink to stick to plastic better? Its for my Star Wars figure lightsaber bits, I'm wanting to darken one of them but the ink never really sticks that great x.x

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I'm not sure

[@DeniseBrooks1955]

GREAT video Lindsay.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks Denise!

[@jackiebrown6577]

Very good information. Thank you so much!

[@solovjud]

Neenah (sp?) is not here - any other options or maybe details to search comparable paper for card making. Not keen on paying postage for paper, weighty stuff! Thank you for this lesson, so grateful. 🙃

[@christiannemacintyre6877]

Hi there. Just letting you know that the links appear to be broken and therefore not able to download the colouring page. Thanks.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I had a problem with my drive. Im going to try and find my original sketch to upload again.

[@christiannemacintyre6877]

@@thefrugalcrafter Thank you. I'm a beginner and found your tutorial very helpful. 🙏🙏

[@judithf9297]

Hi Lindsay, I just came across this video of yours,you’re such a good teacher. Remember I asked you about Studio 71 markers. I looked into the Bianyo, didn’t find too many reviews about them. What is your opinion,are they better than the Studio 71? Ohuhu came back with the brush tip,but still 48. I still haven’t decided,but I am inclined towards the Art-n-fly because they are not too expensive,and they have refills and replace the tips. I believe you said you’re not familiar with those? Its a small company and new,just a few years old, a boutique type,they have good quality products. Maybe you would take a look at them. Thank you for your tutorials,they are very helpful 😊

[@nancypalmer6729]

Lindsay, do you have a printer you recommend for printing on cardstock? Thanks!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I don't but any new one should be fine.

[@SanDiegoSeedCompany]

What kind of paper did you use?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I used marker paper but smooth cardstock is nice too.

[@deepowers3117]

Hi Lindsay! Please don't apologize for the length of this information packed video. I actually had to stop it quite a few times so that I could keep up with you in my note taking! Some of us out here don't know much at all, and every bit of information you give us is greatly appreciated. I thought marker paper had to be very thick like the paper in the marker coloring book that I just bought from Colorit. I wondered how I would get paper like that through my printer, even though it is supposed to take up to 90 lbs, and a width of 8 1/2" x 11 inches. I would like to use colored pencils over my markers after they dried. Would the sharp pencils rip paper as thin as the Bianyo Marker paper? Several people sent me free pictures to color with markers, and I am very grateful. Should I print them all on paper as thin as Bianyo's Marker paper? What would you print them on, please? I think the card stock you showed would be too small for a full-sized coloring page. Can you help? Thank you so much for your excellent teaching and beautiful artwork. Dee

[@thefrugalcrafter]

It's personal preference. If you like blending a 80# blending cardstick is good. If you want to conserve ink use a thin marker paper

[@deepowers3117]

@@thefrugalcrafter Than you so much for taking the time to help me decide by describing two different types of paper and their effects on marker ink usage.

[@tarachan6284]

How did you tape the color swatch to the marker? I tried with some packing tape on the cap of mine and it peeled right off. special tape?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Just clear tape like scotch tape.

[@tarachan6284]

Thanks I will try scotch tape

[@kwall1464]

Very informative, thank you!

[@kindredk9standardpoodles280]

I'm new to this. Do the markers pick up the colors from the other markers and make them dirty?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Not usually but you can scribble on scrap paper to clean them if they do.

[@uhyeah2902]

Can we use journal paper? Or would the paper like suck up all the ink right away?? Also are the markers okay for mechanical pencil ?? Like when U go over the mechanical pencil drawing with the markers does anything bad happen??

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You can use pencil but you might want to roll a k eaded eraser over the sketch to remove excess before coloring. I prefer marker paper to regular mixed media paper which can suck up the ink and cause drag.

[@becomecreativediy]

Thanks for this vid :), nice markers btw :)

[@abdulazizalzaghel6843]

in uae ir some people call it dubai 1 copic sketch marker is 140-150

[@KartikSharma-md2oh]

Which matker paper are you using

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Bianyo

[@debbywilson327]

This video is very timely. I bought some marker paper and tried to print out your recent parrot. My printer wouldn’t take the paper. Any ideas? Maybe a brand of printer? Anything else? I would be interested in purchasing greeting card size marker and watercolor coloring books. Any suggestions?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Hi Debby, My printer is fickle with cardstock but the marker paper worked great, just be sure to print on the right side. As for card size coloring pages I think that Crafter's companion makes pads of marker paper coloring cards. They were released a couple of years ago but I found some on Amazon: amzn.to/2KX0GXJ I think Hot Off the Press might have had some too. Simon Says Stamp makes images on watercolor paper for cards, many designs here: shrsl.com/1kley I have used these water watercolor brush pens and they blend great! I have not tried the crafters companion pads tho.

[@jenniferwatson7118]

Helpful tips - thankyou!

[@marril96]

Is Fabriano Bristol 250 g gonna be good for alcohol markers? I have some markers coming in the mail and I wanna be ready until they arrive.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Any Bristol should work well but I have not tried that brand. As long as it's smooth you should be good.

[@marril96]

@@thefrugalcrafter Noted! Thank you!

[@tttomato-souppp]

If you dont mind, i have a question; Will multi-media paper suck up ink fast from the marker like normal cardstock? Or is multi-media paper different in some way? Thanks for making this video btw, it's really been helpful.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I find mixed media paper more absorbent than cardstock. That said the arrtx mixed media pad is great with markers. Its like Bristol.

[@tttomato-souppp]

@@thefrugalcrafter aight thanks

[@adegokudae8620]

i got my first ever bundle of marker, brand Caliart for a 20% off. Super scared of ruin them after first use bummer that i have wrong paper, i have sketch paper super thin and bleeds everywhere!

[@adegokudae8620]

But I cant wait to use them! To color my art and use all the colors[100 of them]

[@ybe7011]

It would be nice if Bianyo on Amazon would ship outside the US.

[@janemiettinen5176]

YB E , Im pretty sure you can find these on Aliexpress. They ship worldwide.

[@ybe7011]

@@janemiettinen5176 thanks I'll check it!

[@saltlifegull4091]

Do the paintings have to be sealed with a spray or covered in glass? Good video, Lindsay:)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Alcohol ink is not lightfast so spraying or framing may help it not fade but it won't last forevet

[@stephtriesthings]

The drive with the illustration is no longer available :(

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I lost everything on my drive sadly:(

[@uwudamianlolz]

IM 7 AND THIS IS EPIC

[@cupcakepoweification]

Wonderful video thank you:)

[@j9cardstock354]

Thanks!

[@margarethouse9128]

Great tips ,Lindsay it is a shame we cannot get all the markers that you can, Dam.

[@norinemueller4588]

Thank you

[@fazefish748]

Damn this must be old brand new brush tip ???

[@UandMeGod]

Question: I am a single mom and don't have a lot of money to toss around trying to find decent alcohol markers that blend decently. So I would love to get your opinion of out of the markers out there that are in the"more affordable" category. Which would you recommend? I was looking on Amazon and saw so many different brands. So I decided to come see if you had any videos reviewing alcohol markers because I trust your actually looking out for us as your subscribers. I mean it is in the name of your channel! LOL The Frugal crafter! =) But I noticed you actually have quite a few reviews of several different brands of alcohol markers! Sighhhh...... So I figured I would just ask you your opinion! Thank you! Anyone else reading this have any suggestions too I would love to hear your thoughts. Thank you!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

There are a lot of affordable options these days. First of all do you really want a brush tip or will a bullet/chisel do? Most of them Bullet chisel versions are similar quality and price. I have used and recommend Bainyo, ohuhu, arrtx, and arteza. Look at the marker shapes and see if you have a preference on the barrel shape or case they come in. I recommend starting with an 80 market set which will cost around $40 but often there are coupons (I am posting a video tomorrow with a 20% off coupon for any bianyo markers set if you want to check back.) If you want a brush/chisel market you need to be careful because some brush nibs are flexible and nice and others fray badly. The ones that tend to fray are usually cheaper. The affordable brush nib markers are Bianyo, artnfly and blick studio. In sets these run about $2 per marker or less. There are others that run about $1 but they will fray before you have used up the marker. The exception is the ohuhu brush marker because you can reverse the nib for a fresh tip if it happens and get a good life from it. The blick and artnfly are refillable so it will save you money overtime.

[@van4195]

spectrum noir markers are affordable and good quality!

[@debbywilson327]

Ahhhh...I need the translucent to go thru a printer. I’m using something ver heavy. Thanks. It’s like you’re reading my mind. Lol

[@marcusdwyanecarmen9110]

Wow I cannot even Buy Those😢😂

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Nowadays there are many affordable options so use what you have or can afford.

[@yueseishuku]

💛💛💛💛

[@siamesxe6315]

God bless you if you see this! Remember God and Jesus love you and are waiting for you with open arms! Stop putting God aside, tomorrow isn’t promised, so start now! 🎀🌸✝️💖

[@divyansha3482]

Nobody ever warned me it would smell so horrid

[@sydneyconnors2483]

Girl… you have alot of very useful knowledge that you talk about in your videos, but your videos are waaaaay too long. I love that you like to make things super clear when explaining things, but if I were to edit this video, only about 8-10 minutes of it is good, relevant, well-delivered knowledge. The other 11-9 minutes of it can just be edited out.. you’re very smart and I want you