My NEW Favorite Way to Blend Colored Pencils!

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[@donnalaird7422]

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[@Bkline122]

Happy New Year!

[@joellzey]

❤Thanks for this very informative video I learned so much. Thanks again!!

[@studioravencraft8457]

Thank you.

[@Blick_Art]

This thorough, side-by-side evaluation of blending media for pencils was fascinating! We asked one of our art materials information specialists about using paraffin oil with colored pencils, and they said that non-drying oils similar to paraffin oil impart permanent softness essential to oil pastel, and they thought adding paraffin oil to colored pencil would functionally convert the pencil lead into something more like oil pastel. They thought this technique would work best on a heavy paper or absorbent board, so that the oil could be absorbed and the medium could firm up and solidify, since it wouldn't "cure' like oil paint. They suggested using glassine paper between drawings in storage to prevent transferring oil stains to other artwork.

[@ColoringBliss]

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your insights. They were very valuable and informative. FYI…I was pleased to find that after a few days, the paraffin oil test swatches dried well. I plan to do a follow up video where I can do even more in-depth tests. I will be sure to keep in mind your recommendations. Thanks again.

[@Blick_Art]

@@ColoringBliss Our pleasure! If you test these techniques on different papers, we'd love to know which ones worked best!

[@Greenfuego]

@@ColoringBliss that was one of my questions, how well did it dry, how long it took, etc

[@eagle-eye29]

I learned in a colored pencil (Derment Inktense) class to use aloevera gel. The color explodes 😊

[@nouveau3599]

What a great demo! I'm surprised how well rubbing alcohol did. I especially liked how it didn't seep through the paper to the back.

[@aprilavery2002]

I’m having trouble concentrating because your nail color is mesmerizing!

[@s.e.hebert7307]

Chatty Stacie here today! When my nephew and I color together, we like to make our own blending stumps, and we use wax cubes (the kind that melt to disperse scents (using only the heat of an incandescent lightbulb), wax liquified in a burning candle, and we even touch the tortillions to our tongue sometimes. But my favorite item to use is fn\he perfect, tiny, portable, and oh so convenient lip balm/Chapstick! They have a wonderful consitency and a little goes a long way. I hold onto the little containers when it's too low to spread on my lips and use the tortillion to dip into the well. That way, I can spread them around in every area/bag/tin I use for coloring. It also works on crayons, but it's harder to achieve. I also have a giant stick of sun block suspended in an oily wax substance; it lost its potency to block UV rays long ago but there is still a huge amount left that would otherwise end up in the landfill or ocean!

[@Gemblackcat]

Well.. something I've found is that "Personal Lubricant" is a really good colored pencil blender, isn't sticky and doesn't leave the greasy spot. The walmart Equate brand is dead cheap.

[@jewelbriard5444]

I hope she can try this for us.

[@CynthiaPrice79]

I’ve seen other artists using it too. I think a lot of them are mainly oils featured here.

[@gsagadin]

I tried that. Then I hid it from my family!!! lol

[@pinkerbot]

What is it with you americans! Why not say it like it is? I don't know what the product is called, but i believe it is a sexual aid?

[@cissyhernandez1224]

Ummmm she did call it like it is….its called personal lubricant

[@anamera4016]

So nice of you to take the time to show all these products! Thank you!

[@susanavenir]

I've used Gambol before - as well as blender pens and pencils - but you've now gotten me very interested in other possibilities, Jennifer. Maybe the most intriguing possibility is pre-treating the paper! Hours of experimentation to follow. Thank you!!!

[@ritaventura6459]

Thank you for the lesson. I appreciate the science behind the art. 😊🎨

[@kayfurnish8715]

I've always used Gamsol with a blending stump which works much better than a brush, but I'm going to try the Paraffin Oil. I really like the results you got with that. Never would I use baby oil because the smell (just like baby powder) reminds me of changing dirty diapers (LOL). It's important to note that Gamsol is an ARTIST grade odorless mineral spirit, not the type you buy at Home Depot. Thanks for the research & testing. Saves us a lot of time when you do it for us!

[@nicole8469]

Amazing! Thank you Jennifer for doing the hard work. I’ve used coconut oil to blend but it really didn’t have that much of difference between the vaseline and baby oil. It did make my page smell yummy.😋 😂

[@jeanmariebaldwin8001]

What about oil stain on paper?

[@valerieb8006]

First of all, those pink striped jammies are too cute on Rose!🐶🥰 Thanks very much for the testing Jennifer. I agree with your final pick. Alcohol and odorless paraffin👍🙋

[@clipperrn]

I also like the fact that alcohol is cheap.

[@bellinatodenise]

@@clipperrn where? In uk it's v. expensive

[@clipperrn]

@@bellinatodenise Georgia, US. A 16 oz bottle of rubbing alcohol is about $1.00.

[@bellinatodenise]

@@clipperrn here about £8

[@sofiapol5745]

Mineral oil and paraffin is the same, the active ingredient of baby oil. And they are the liquid form of vaseline. But, in the beauty industry is another ingredient that works like oil (oil-disolve-oil) and like mineral spirits, who works and then evaporate. Is cyclomethicone silicone. Is light and volatile. When dries, left nothing behind. I keep a jar (with a sponge inside, so I can control the amount) saturated with cyclomethicone and I use either q tip or brush. I, even, make a blender marker with this. I hope that helps someone. ( Here,in Greece, I bought it for about 5 euros/100ml). Happy coloring.

[@shannonlundgrenphillipssmi9645]

I would love to see a video with other types of mediums to use with colored pencils. Thanks for the videos!

[@allisonhicks2170]

This is so helpful. Love seeing your precious pooch join you on your videos, both seen and heard!

[@pmacorky]

Langridge’s Solvent 75 is an alternative to Gamsol lowest toxicity. Your application of the Gamsol would have been better if you dipped the paper stump a bit longer before using it

[@JerobaJerboa]

This is awesome! I've never thought or hear of using liquid blenders, I've only ever know the little colorless blend pencil. I'm gonna have to try this next time. Thank you!

[@debbiefinklang1097]

This was an awesome demo, even for us novice colored pencil artists. Please keep the good information coming!

[@barbibarnum]

Thanks for testing this for us. Great job. And I just adore your office mate’s outfit.

[@courbry123]

I love how much time you and Steve put into your research. I have only tried Gamasol and that was years ago. Lately I have been using a colorless alcohol marker.

[@Snickerszn]

I have been using alcohol marker also to blend prismas works a little for sure.

[@lagunamangano]

I am so excited that I came across your youtube page. I have joined and look so forward to learning much more about colored pencils. I love the way they look and have not used any for a long time, but it has been on my mind to find someone on youtube, so my wish was answered. 😀

[@maylynncupp6653]

Great comparison and wow I would of never thought to use paraffin I really like it when you put it down first then color over it. It looks so smooth thank you for doing this.

[@theresabaker9189]

Thank you for such a thorough and precise demonstration! I learned so much

[@willaborge4824]

I have been watching your videos for at least 5 years now. I have learned so much! Now I just need to learn how to create more time to color and destress. 🙂

[@Rockymtnbloom]

I really enjoy your experiments and reviews on products and techniques. Thank you!

[@susanmiranda5177]

I’m a beginner with color pencils so this is a wealth of information for me! Thank you for sharing the knowledge.😊

[@lauriemegonnigil1449]

Thanks for such an informative video! My granddaughter and I love to color together and we will experiment with some of these options. Would love to see another video using some of the other "blender" choices you mentioned!

[@dinacarroll9211]

Such an informative video. I love product comparisons. Your tests were great. I’ll be watching many more of your videos.

[@s.e.hebert7307]

Love that you're discussing chemistry today -- gooooo Art SCIENCE!! I love the chapters that are included now in all your videos!

[@outdoorsy.lori12]

Loved this evaluation, very helpful !! Thank you for all your hard work to bring this material to us. God bless you and your family.

[@DrawTangleswithDawn]

Can we see a small coloring page using the rubbing alcohol and the paraffin oil to see how its used in a real life use.

[@sheffi01008631]

I love your style of teaching! Subbed right away.

[@Jaline_on_YouTube]

I checked on Amazon (CDN) and this paraffin product cost over $30 not counting taxes. On the same page there were a couple of different options for Neem Oil which is also used in many beauty products from toothpaste to hair products and everything in-between. It also cost half as much as the paraffin oil so next time I order something I will include Neem oil and give it a try. It never occurred to me to try a medium for coloured pencils so I did some struggling in some of my pictures. This video is so helpful - thank you so much!

[@joymiller9668]

Aww I had headphones in and could hear rose snoozing away... sooo adorable

[@tzerpa9446]

You can get mineral oil at the laxative section, so it won't have perfumes or additives added, unlike baby oil.

[@aptwalker2009]

Oh cool test. I love the parrafin oil, but now I'm curious to try coconut oil because we have it on hand all the time and it smells GREAT! Thanks for sharing, Jennifer & Steve :)

[@lkd06]

Coconut oil will go rancid and then it will STINK

[@ladyrg5040]

I have always stated, that every informational video you post I learn something new. Thank you so much. Hugs from Chicago!!

[@melisegerber1350]

I thought it was cool that you pointed out how it looked like you were burnishing even though you were just using medium pressure. Makes me imagine some really vibrant colors on top of other colors. Excited to try the alcohol the most. Loved the paraffin results, but don’t like the oily residue on the back.

[@lindajones7815]

I learned a lot from this video. I especially like how your voice comes across in the video. So many times the presenter has an accent that is difficult understand or the person talks too fast. Thank You.

[@janiceblough]

Well I really learned something tonight!! I’ve used mediums with paint, but it never occurred to me to use anything with pencils! Thank you!!

[@KerrieDuff]

Same here Janice. I only ever knew to use my finger, a tissue or I recently learnt about the blending stump. Or the water in the empty texta holder thing for water soluble pencils. I'm wondering if nail polish remover would work as that's a solvent. i see some trials happening soon.

[@cathybarnett8107]

I just ordered the paraffin oil. Thank you! I don’t usually use anything to blend because of asthma and chemical. I appreciate you!

[@dennissmith500]

Hi there. I’m an OMS user and was surprised at the results. I tried baby oil, but didn’t like how it bled through the paper more. I didn’t know about alcohol with pencils. I need to get try it. The paraffin too. Thanks for showing us.

[@susanneidlinger4664]

I love this video. I would like more videos on blending.

[@loisswartz5716]

Very interest demonstration. I’ll have to pull out my ol’ stash of colored pencils and give this a try!!

[@karenspann7583]

I use Holbein Meltz it works a lot like odorless mineral spirit with less smell

[@AlwaysWatchingYouTube]

Thank you for the advice!

[@moyke3]

I'm glad you're willing to experiment. It's so helpful!

[@BeardedBarley1]

Rubbing alcohol has been my main choice for quite some time. I like that there is never any oily residue, and I have found it works about as well as oms on many layers but better than oms on fewer layers. What I found especially helpful was the pretreatment. I’ll have to try that out. I’m kind of excited to get that one layer down without having to press hard at all. Hmmmmmmmm. I had never heard of paraffin oil before now. I really enjoyed watching the experiment. That is quite a painterly effect, isn’t it? Thanks for sharing.

[@BeardedBarley1]

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[@da1latinbeauty]

Interesting 🧐 ,interesting 🤔 . If you have the old swathes using the same blending solutions it be interesting to see how it’s held up.

[@estellehowe1871]

Amazed at results of the parafen oil. I have used baby oil in the past,but not with good results. I have gamasol it don’t use it often. Usually just use a blending pencil or a stump without any thing. I think i will try the alcohol next time. Think sometimes it depends on the paper, as I normally I’m coloring in adult coloring books. Many thanks, Jennifer showing the different products it helps those of us who ammeters and color as a hobby or a way to relax.

[@sgraham4533]

Great info! I’ve never really experimented with different solvents. I’m looking forward to trying this on my next piece. 😊

[@KarensBlueRidgeStamping]

I love to color, and I’ve tried several of the products you tested. I would love to try the Paraffin Oil - and the added benefit is that it keeps paraffin WAX from resolidifying. I have one of those baths, too! A great perk! Thanks for sharing. 😊😊

[@bobbiesumpter2643]

Music notes are going off in my head!!! Wow! This was amazing in so many ways. I love that it even showed what you might use in different ways! I am so going to try this AND I am going to do my own test sheet to have on hand for when I want different effects, and I will know what does what. I am also going to go try the different oils and see how they do. You guys are amazing and I love how you take our artistic minds and open them up even more. Talk about "kicking it up a notch!" I have been with you a month now and don't know how I lived without you guys lol.

[@candacespees7040]

Thanks so much for the information. It will definitely improve my pencil skills.

[@shawnxo3539]

Hi Jennifer, I really enjoyed this one. I have used rubbing alcohol in the past and love it. I'd really like to see you use the paraben oil with other mediums!! 👍

[@sandyb4693]

Very interesting comparison. I never thought of pre-treating the paper first. Brilliant idea with great results. I'm very interested to see how paraffin oil works with oil pastels as well. I'm definitely going to look into adding paraffin oil to my 'art kit'. I'm looking for an alternative to OSM (I'm a bit under-welmed by the results I get) and it looks to have potential. If they put it in the pencils, it shouldn't effect the archival-ness of the finished work. 👍 I have tried walnut oil (won't yellow over time like linseed oil) with oil pastels and it seemed to work better than OSM, but it does take a *long time* to dry. I don't know how it would work with colored pencils... (I've gotta test that some day). If you've tried walnut or linseed oil with your pencils, I'd love to know if it worked for you. Thanks for sharing!

[@sofiapol5745]

The best alternative is cyclomethicone silicone. It's very light "oily" ingredient, but is volatile, just like the mineral spirits, and no fumes . It dries fast and without stain. I use it the same way I use water for my watercolor pencils.

[@sandyb4693]

@@sofiapol5745 Thanks for the info... I'll check that out!

[@sofiapol5745]

I hope you like it @@sandyb4693

[@msbuttercup2073]

Thank you so much for doing this. 💗 I appreciate your tutorial videos. Keep doing what you do!

[@kashleyky]

That was a great idea!!! 😮❤ I am going to try some of these out! Thank you!!

[@priscillareeves6082]

I just watched you blend the color pencils with different solvents. This is so interesting. I enrolled in a color pencil class but had to drop it for now. I would love to be in the drawing.

[@cindydavis8443]

I’ve resisted solvent and oils because I work mostly in books and didn’t want to ruin them. But for Christmas I got papers to try that would feed through my printer and purchased downloaded art off Etsy as I wanted to work in more mediums. Now I will breakdown and give the parison oil a try as well! Thanks for the info!!!

[@susanrebello4938]

Thanks for doing this comparison. I think I’ll be ordering this product soon! Would love to see how the paraffin works with crayons and oil pastels too! Hope you’ll be doing a video in that soon.

[@marshabeers8923]

Just found you too late for the give-away! Have used Gamsol, but never tried anything else - but do have blender pencils. Really like the gamsol, but I think I like the paraffin oil! Thanks for showing this.

[@Bkline122]

My craft group is working with colored pencils this week. Your video was very informative.

[@BoGilmore]

Thank you so much for this amazing video. I love that you have taken all the guessing work out for us. I am new subscriber to your channel and this is my first video. I love how you explain things and I will be back.

[@LynBell]

Thanks for trialing all these! I am just getting into colouring

[@frangrover1668]

Very cool video. I'm really excited to try the paraffin oil with my colored pencils and pastels.

[@aprildegele1510]

FYI, if memory serves, Aquaphor is simply petroleum jelly. Something a lot cheaper should work just as well. This was a very informative video. I haven't done colored pencils in some time because I got very frustrated with the blendability. I had no idea liquid paraffin oil existed. Looks like a game-changer!

[@kathy3112]

Wow. So excited I found your channel. Makes me want to try my colored pencils again! Thank you!!

[@lawrenceballard6342]

Thank Jennifer for testing all of these products. I'm currently using OMS, but I maybe switching paraffin now! Thanks again!🤗

[@jayteadesigns]

How about trying this with Prismacolors or Star Joy Golds?

[@rosysalazar4397]

Thanks for your value classes. I enjoyed to much your video,

[@koppsr]

I'll definitely try this out! I used odorless mineral spirits up until now, worked ok. But I'm always up for a more affordable option, especially these days! Love your content, please never stop! Greetings from Germany 🌞🌞

[@jaxsansanders1194]

This paraffin oil looks like a great way to blend pencils! I'm definitely going to try it. Thanks for the great tip!

[@lindapino8862]

I like that even you were surprised by what happened with all the solvents you tried.... were all winners because we all learned something new...⚘😊💜

[@terrilew5350]

I just found this video, very interesting. Thanks for the experiment.

[@diannecrowe9183]

I have been using odourless solvent for years (recommended by art studio). Will definitely be giving the rubbing alcohol a try on some of my work. My coloured pencils are of a cheaper quality. Looks like it's time to upgrade them as well. Thanks for sharing this test, I enjoyed watching the results.

[@amandafisher1909]

This is the first I'm commenting on a youtube channel ever, and I decided to comment on yours because I like the content that you bring to this channel I never thought that I was an artist at all until about 7 years ago I just started drawing one day and I would have a hard tie finding really good color pencils and other media I wish I saw your channel earlier it would have saved me a lot of headache and money too. Thank you for the content you bring I can't wait to see what other stuff you have on here. I ordered some paraffin I can't wait to use it.

[@denisebrodrick5382]

Wow eye opening techniques here…….. can’t wait to try!!!! Thank so much Jennifer 😊

[@jenniferlewis9248]

Wow. Thanks for showing this. I have never seen this done before

[@lyndalseaton9777]

Happy new year Jennifer, I have used zest it to help blend many mediums, I too bought mine from jacksons. Love that you are exploring all types of products to successfully blend coloured pencils

[@jenniferbinger7109]

Yay this give away is on my birthday this would make an awesome birthday present for me

[@BeardedBarley1]

Meeeeee tooooo! Not really though. Hahaha!

[@karendavis-macon9658]

Thank you for your curiosity in using different blendables!! Great teachable moment!! Love your FYI videos!!

[@Totally_Tiffanie]

Thank you for giving use artist awesome tips and tricks! You have upped my art game

[@owllycrafter2366]

Only just found you, not used anything with my pencils as didn't know enough about it so really excited to follow and learn more. Thank you x

[@janmay3817]

❤❤Love all your work… blending is something that I struggle with but keep practicing!

[@dawnkarasaki6172]

Wow, just found you and I’m a new color pencil and coloring book user. I never knew about blending of pencils. Love your experiments.

[@quietspacearts]

it is one medium i have not used yet but always wanted to try and i love what these can or could do

[@sylviapubl3680]

I'm very intrigued by this video!! Thank you for all the testing you perform & share with us! I found the paraffin oil on Amazon for $11 for 4 oz. But, I have neem oil which I use on plant as a spray (diluted with water). Neem oil is not toxic & is inexpensive. It dries on plant leaves to deter insects, so I guess it'd work with colored pencils... Gonna try it.

[@PaulaMion]

This was a great help, I am definitely going to use the parfin. You mentioned may be doing olive oil. The problem with using food grade oils is they become rancid later, and I imagine some damage over time because of it, plus the smell factor of rancid oil is pretty bad. Thanks again for the great test!

[@ritabjerstedt7386]

Wow love this huge box of colored pencils

[@dorothyayotte283]

Thank you for your teaching and inspiration. I am very interested in learning more!

[@gsagadin]

Great video. I have also used Burt's Bees chapstick in a pinch. worked good. Thank you for the contest entry!

[@leonesglass3226]

We have learned that a lot of products that say unscented have a chemical added to it to disguise the scent. I learned a lot of this from my allergist. Happy to hear about the paraffin oil looking forward to trying it with many different art products

[@lauriedoucette737]

Great info! Of all the products you demonstrated, the only one I had heard of and tried was alcohol. I’d like to try the paraffin. Thanks!

[@crochetqueen4life]

Never thought of using those household products.i am an amateur at drawing,still have lots to learn.i do paint but would love to branch out into coloring pencil art.thx for opening my eyes to this

[@TruerNorthDesign]

Thank you - I'm liking the unscented element. I am surprised at the alcohol outcome. Thank you for for taking time to make and present this info.

[@janicehumphreys7644]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you Jennifer. I also wanted to say how much I love your hair! It is styled beautifully but the color is magnificent. Thank you for the inspiration 😊

[@charmaineconnolly4261]

Wow that is a fabulous video with great knowledge thrown at us. Thank you so much.

[@elizabethvarnadoe420]

Very interesting . Thanks for trying these for blending.

[@robinafelker9953]

i was surfing craft you tubes i found this one so glad i did. will be watching you more.

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

Thank you! The video is very well organized and presented!😊

[@dianehinson2170]

Thanks for this information and doing all the testing. I have only ever used water but looking forward to experimenting now