Alcohol Ink Blown Flowers - Comparison of Tools by Kimberly Deene Designs

[@cherifa1117]

This is the best vidéo ever talking and explaining alcohol ink thank you so much 💓

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Awww thank you so much! I’m glad you found it helpful! ❤

[@helenmaddren5401]

An awesome video, with a variety of techniques, explained really well. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Kimberly :)

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much Helen!

[@blankanovakova285]

Absolutely the best video for those who want to start to create something with alcohol inks. Thank you VERY MUCH! 😍🤩🥰

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you! I’m so glad it was helpful! ❤

[@betsythomson1424]

Hello Kimberley ,thank u so much for this really good video ,I live in South Africa and it's just impossible to get any kind of blower ,the proper airbrush is just to much here ,even the rangers Tim holtz simple rubber one ,U can't get and every time when I Google the revlon and other hairdryers ,I get the fancy updated ones all being a 1000 watt excetra or they don't have a cool setting ,I did do the inks a long time ago,😂 then I changed to acrillic pouring and now back to the inks but I see I have to start learning all over again😅 with the inks ,I wonder if it's possible if you know if they are still even available,the hairdryers ,would really appreciate if U know thanks ,I have prescribed to your channel ,it's gonna take me a while ,to watch all your videos thanks again Betsy Thomson

[@donnar9864]

What a WONDERFUL tutorial!!! Ive learned more in this one video than I have in the last 10 that I've watched....

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

That’s a wonderful compliment! Thank you so much!

[@karenarnold9216]

You are awesome! Great flowers!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@kiminalaska9363]

Gorgeous works of art. Thanks for sharing

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@felicitycrowe6971]

Wonderful tutorial - thank you!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@chriscronn6575]

Hello., you are a breath of fresh air, I am an artist using acrylic paint in tubes, water colours, pastels, I also Paint on silk. I want to try what you are doing beautifully. My problem is, that here in the Uk we can’t buy alcohol to add to anything, it’s doing my head in. And making me sad. Have you any idea of where I can buy some? I’d be very grateful if you could help me somehow ❤️😇🙏🕊️💐…….. I will be watching all your fabulous videos! Luv, Chrissie xx

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Hi Chrissie! What a sweet compliment! Thank you! I have students in the UK and I can ask around to see what they’re doing about getting alcohol. What about “Blending Solution” made by Ranger. Are you able to get that?

[@marcelledaigle8766]

Thank you for this great peace of information! Love your art!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Marcelle!

[@lisad.3247]

Your creations are beautiful. I've never used alcohol inks before and I just recently bought a few colors to try my hand at this technique. After watching your video I'm inspired. Thank you for sharing. 💜

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@leighbowman8797]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and creativity. Your work is stunning.

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@barbarakirk2761]

Very helpful tutorial! Loved it and learned a lot. cant wait to put it to practice! Thank you!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! ❤

[@SandrasSensations]

Wow this is so helpful , I am just starting to try inks and so happy I saw this video Thanks so much for sharing ❣️👍😁🇨🇦👩‍🎨

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

You’re welcome! Thank you for taking the time to comment!

[@JH-wd7ul]

Wow, these are all beautiful! I know you said anyone can do it (with practice), and I agree that the techniques can be learned. But I think your artisan eye is what really brings these to life! The colors you chose and knowing when to stop or to go is what distinguishes you as an artist rather than a crafter. I enjoyed this video very much!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your feedback. ❤

[@cherylotto-cunningham1843]

Do you need to seal the tile? My mom would love a set of this art as a gift of coasters. I know that's a clique use for this art, but my mom loves art in all its forms. Art everywhere is her love and I am always looking for ways to give her art that can be part of her daily life. She's funny though. I once bought her a beautiful and vibrant small area rug I found at the tulip festival here in WA state. It designed with natural fibers to be washed and the colors to stay true. She hung it on her bedroom wall! It was a beautiful scene of a row of tulips, and it was pretty big on the wall. Yet it looked awesome.

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

Yes. You do want to seal it. Here's the steps that most people take. .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZObf2NqaNR_o9Esi=Q4ZnFCFFvPDHK_z8

[@trisha1260]

Your Flowers are Stunning••Incredible •• Amazing •• Thank You!! Best Tutorial Ever!! 💜💖💜

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Wow, that’s a wonderful compliment! Thank you so much! ❤️

[@kmonson7269]

I love your video. Your art is beautiful! It really helps explain the process. thank you! Do you seal your art? If so, what process do you use. Especially the tiles. Thank you again. Excited to give this a try.

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much! I’m glad the video was helpful. Yes, I do seal all of my artwork with Krylon UV Archival spray, at least three light coats. You can also use a two step process, 3 coats of Krylon Kamar, then three coats of Krylon UV Resistant. Please let me know if you have other questions. Thank you again!

[@nanalovesyounana5489]

Wow have you ever opened my eyes in seeing the different tools to makes your gorgeous flowers! Love love each one, but I'm sorta leaning towards the air brush machine. Hugs

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you! I’d love to see what you create!

[@chrissimiles3599]

Thank you so much, this is great information. A very well done tutorial.

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Chrissi!

[@maryjones3369]

Excellent..so informative! I appreciate you sharing your talents❤️❤️

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Mary!

[@josettearmstrong9640]

Please make more videos on alcohol ink flowers

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Josette! I have online classes with full, in-depth tutorials if you’re interested. Kimberly-s-school-e7ff.Thinkific.com

[@EndlessSims3]

I own the miniature leaf blower fits in the palm of my hand it’s sweet I also have airbrush Wireless with the battery pack another way. Thank you many ways and tools you have shown me. 😊

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Yes, those absolutely work too! Thank you!

[@audreyboal5852]

Thank you for your lovely tutorial, it's been very informative. I really enjoyed watching it Kimberley. You have a wonderful talent with the inks and techniques 🤗

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Audrey!

[@lthage373]

As a beginner, that was really helpful. THANK YOU!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful! ❤❤

[@dianejohnson7212]

This is so beautiful

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Diane!

[@charoperticone5485]

❤❤❤❤❤ so beautiful!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you!

[@karenbaylis8828]

Great tutorial. As a matter of interest, have you ever tried blowing the petals with one of those tiny blowers like they use to clean laptop keyboards? Wondering if that will work too 🤷‍♂️

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Karen! I’m not sure of the exact product that you’re referring to. I’ve seen the electric blower tools used to clean a keyboard but the problem with those is they only have an on/off switch and you can’t “pump” the air or control how fast it comes out. Let me know if you have any questions. ❤

[@kim99may]

Love 💕 this!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Kim!

[@Kateseyes]

Love your techniques

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@janicel3437]

Stunning work! I just got alcohol inks for my nieces to try but IAM falling for this type of art!! May I ask what was the squeeze bottle you used? Thanks in advance.

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much! Are you referring to the clear bottles that have alcohol ink they? Those are steel tip bottles or glue bottles.

[@SM-Artist]

Beautiful Thank you for sharing 🎨🖌

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

You’re welcome! ❤

[@debdennis7853]

Very helpful tutorial- thanks ❤

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you!

[@cherylnancyanngordon]

Beautiful! Thank you for showing those tools. What do you put on the tike after you paint it for a sealant?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you! I use Krylon UV Archival spray on all my pieces. At least three coats.

[@Ercilia1805]

Incrível a sua tecnica.. e vc ensina tudo parabéns.

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

Kimberly is an amazing teacher! Kimberly é uma professora incrível!

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the wonderful compliment! ❤

[@beckyeberts7791]

This is very helpful. Thank you. How do you use the tiles? Do they need to be sealed with something?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you! Yes, all alcohol ink art needs to be sealed. I use Krylon UV Archival spray, three coats. You can also use resin on the tile after they’re sealed for a harder and super shiny finish.

[@azeemkhaliq4007]

Excellent ❤

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you!

[@brookematthews4431]

Could this be done on diff paper? Example: copy paper, cardstock, vellum and mixed media paper or even watercolor paper?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Alcohol ink performs best on non-porous surfaces. Any surface that absorbs the ink will prevent it from flowing.

[@magdalenawichrowska1200]

Thank you for your time Kimberly, I really admire your work💗 Can I please ask abt the last tool you used? What kind of heat gun was it? I'm talking abt the last, white one with the blue nozzle😊Thank you😍

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

It’s an embossing tool. amzn.to/3TqRH0g Thank you so much!

[@MariaNyceDesigns]

This was a fabulous learning experience, your artistry is fabulous & each technique you demonstrated finally makes more sense to me. I had tried a couple of them & now I feel better equipped to do better. I’m so grateful for you!!! Thank you so much!!!❤

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you so much Maria!

[@Haque__Art]

Marvelous ❤️❤️

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you!!

[@RosiBlitzLotus]

Beautiful creations, thank you for all these tips. Do you put a product over your creation to protect it once you're done?

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

Yes I do! Krylon UV Archival Spray takes care of both sealing the ink and uv protection. Other products will reactivate the ink and it will move.

[@RosiBlitzLotus]

@@AlcoholInkArtCommunity Thank you!

[@momymamapf]

Thank you so much for this awesome video! I was just wondering what I was going to do with all the inks I purchased years ago and now I know! I’m excited to try this technique! I’ve subscribed so I can have more ideas. Thanks and God bless :)

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

I hope it helps! Have fun! ❤

[@reinettemarais6868]

Your artwork is beautiful!!. Do you find that the alcohol inks fade over time?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Thank you Reinette! The inks can have a propensity to fade, however you can take steps to prevent it but sealing your artwork with UV protection. I use Krylon UV Archival spray, at least three coats.

[@dianejohnson7212]

If I wanted to make a sunflower look, would I start out with a yellow middle and add brown in the middle after the petal dries?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

We have a sunflower tutorial here on the Alcohol Ink Art Community channel and it shows exactly how I do it. 🥰

[@vonnaanderson4036]

thank you.

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

You’re welcome!

[@paradisesunset2024]

What do you spray over the finished pieces to protect it from rubbing off?

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

This is the process that most people use. Krylon Kamar Varnish + UV Protector. Here's another video where its demonstrated. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZObf2NqaNR_o9Esi=Q4ZnFCFFvPDHK_z8

[@CozzyKorner]

Beautiful, what’s the difference in blending alcohol and just 99% alcohol?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

You can use either, however alcohol tends to pull some of the color away whereas blending solution keeps the colors more vibrant. Also blending solution has resin in it which helps adhere the inks to the surface. If you’re using “Pearls” or “Alloys”, blending solution is necessary to avoid smudging or flaking off afterwards.

[@luckycharmranch]

Do you need to seal the title after done, to protect it? If so, what do you use?

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

Yes. Seal with Kamar Varnish or Krylon UV Archival. These two products are specifically needed to "fix" the ink.

[@TinaWanKenobi]

Hi! How much wattage is considered low wattage for hair blower for alcohol inking?

[@katstroup5123]

I have been using Aspire alcohol pens, and now that I need more, I’ve discovered they can’t be bought anymore. Can you please point me to alcohol pens of the same quality as Aspire? I recently bought some and was very disappointed by how they bled and how quickly they ran out of ink compared to what I’m used to with Aspire. Help!

[@lauriesica]

Will someone please answer my question? I have question about safety. Thanks in advance for any help your can offer. I understand alcohol ink fumes are toxic. Is the blending solution also toxic or is it safer than isopropyl alcohol? Is it safe to do this art in my apartment? Will the fumes affect other rooms or just the immediate area? I cannot open windows due to the excessive heat and I have no where else to do art. Do I have to give up alcohol ink?

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

Check out this video which might answer some of your questions. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWKTpZWanLyHqLM

[@jamilanabi7222]

Thanks for participating Can you share the link to the materials

[@Ameylynn]

What would happen if you put the alcohol in the well of the airbrush?

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

Not sure. LOL. I would never try that way because you are vaporizing the alcohol ink, which makes the fumes and organic vapors worse.

[@AlcoholInkArtCommunity]

What is your favorite tool to use for blowing alcohol ink?

[@angelay1925]

I can hear you but I just have a black screen 🤦‍♀️

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

It’s working fine from our end. Maybe try to open it in a different browser. ❤

[@salvatricedimauro4601]

Traduzione in italiano grazie

[@kimberlydeenedesigns]

You’re welcome!

[@cristinapalomeque5649]

Cool air?

[@bentley9579]

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