DIY Alcohol Ink

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[@Naplesfrank154]

Hello Leslie, after watching your video I made my ink by just placing the ink cartridge directly into the spray bottle. I didn’t cut the plastic to open the ink cotton up, I just gave it a good shake every hour or so for a couple of days and my results were exactly like yours but without the mess. I didn’t make a video but I guess I can shoot some photos to show you the outcome. When I post the photos I will tag you in my photo video.

[@estellanaugle3135]

that was my thought as its messy, but also is it cost effective with putting all the colors in the cups and all the steps ?

[@denisegonzalez452]

And you saved a bit more paint to. Less on gloves

[@daciasdiy1861]

Is this really saving money ? How much ate alcohol inks ?

[@daciasdiy1861]

Sharpies are expensive most expensive alcohol ink that ive seen cost 12 for $ 30 does thos cost less or do you get more ?

[@KelRawson]

Yeah! Watched this video several times. Made 20 inks out of Sharpies and they are perfect!!!!! Thank you for this tutorial!!!!!!!

[@KelRawson]

I just put the marker ink parts right in the bottle and added the alcohol. It was easier that way for me. Totally worked for me. Also got my spray bottles on ebay. 20 bottles for $9. LOVE LOVE LOVE MY INKS!

[@CrystalsArtClasses]

Amazing 👏!!!!!

[@michaelgreenholz8073]

Thank You, Im a Model Railroader. We use the inks for weathering scenery and models. Weathering inks are costly and this system should real help in aspect of the hobby thanks again.

[@fillimenabourassa8419]

Thank you so very much for this tutorial. I so wanted to do some projects using alcohol ink but funds have been a bit short. Had all the tools required and a set of sharpie markers. All I needed was the alcohol. Used 90%, 91% not available locally. Deviated from your tutorial a bit... Soaked the sharpie pieces in 1oz of alcohol squeezed out excess, then soaked again in another 1oz of alcohol to get every bit of color from the sharpie. There looked to be a bit more color left to get So... I Soaked the pieces again in 1oz alcohol for a pastel version of the color. Had a bunch of plastic dropper bottles I had cleaned and saved from my eye drop prescription, that I was going to use for another project. Labeled the bottles and was good to go, make sure you put a piece of transparent tape over the lettering (if not the lettering will be gone by the second use.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Great idea about putting the tape over the lettering!! I used a label maker and haven't had any trouble with the lettering, but better safe than sorry!! Thanks for watching! Always, Leslie

[@prossi1971]

Fillimena Bourassa any drugstore or Family Dollar sells the 91% alcohol;).

[@naomim5015]

@@prossi1971 I've only seen 90% as well...

[@dondihall2212]

you can get permanent markers at some dollar stores they are about $2 for 10-12 markers in a pack. Store bought alcohol inks cost about $12 for 3 - 10z bottles with 3 colors. So this is cheaper even if you bought Sharpies because you are getting 2oz and 12 colors that would cost about $50 to just buy the inks.

[@staceyvickery6142]

I usually let the alcohol and sharpie soak for 24 hrs.

[@staceyvickery6142]

You have a more breakdown on the steps you use. The only thing I do that you don't is strain the ink. I test my colors on a piece of white ceramic tile.

[@ebmhen]

I love how you did this. I would like to see you use the inks that you have made onto a resin project in order to see the effects.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

I will try to get to it as soon as i am able.... house for sale, and downsizing the house since the kids have all grown up!!

[@ivonnemistudio9433]

Thanks, I left the cartridges in the alcohol. Big mistake! Fibres settled at the bottom. Had to pour it through a fine sieve to eradicate them. This was great 👏👏👏

[@jvallas]

Mariette WILTSHIRE-BUTLER This makes me think you might be on to a time saver. If you just throw the cartridges in, then when putting the liquid in the bottles, use cheesecloth or whatever works for filtering, that seems a slight time saver.

[@adrinem4513]

I'm excited to make my alcohol inks. Your tutorial is so detailed & clearly understandable. Thanks so much!!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Adrine A I am thrilled that you enjoyed the video and will be making your own inks!! You are so welcome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@mallymakings2853]

How refreshing you are! I LOVE your bright personality and I laughed so hard at some of your comments. Great video! Very helpful. Thank You! Sending you some love from England.xxx

[@estellanaugle3135]

i had a thought! About adding a touch if the color to the label so you also see the color sample because the name doesnt always sound or look like the name. Theres so many variations to color. And it be easier than looking at a color chart if you make that instead!

[@debrasteinman1721]

I was having the hardest time trying to strip the marker from the ink. Thanks to the videos, I was able to do it within a couple of moments with a minimum of mess! In short, I'm subscribing to our channel.

[@Hotamma]

Wow this is so cool. Your granddaughter and my daughter both have the same favourite colour. My girl has loved neon green or any light coloured green she can get her hands on

[@debijohnson1782]

Just found your channel so refreshing . You are to the point with out allot of nonsense chatter and music going. This is what we are doing, here are the tools to use and then you do it love it

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Debi Johnson Thank you so much for watching!! I do like to sometimes share about the antics of my grandchildren (lol) but I'm a teacher by trade so I do my best to teach!! Welcome!!

[@angelirenecrim3500]

YES she's Right to the Point What A Breath of Fresh Air 1000's of channels could learn that and have way more viewers

[@DLee1923]

@@LesliesCreativeStudio My mom was a teacher, as well !! 💕😍

[@patriciasnyder1509]

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[@TheMonkiekitty]

I used to have a self-healing mat when I was in our school best thing on Earth takes a beating and it doesn't scratch up your surfaces

[@k8marlowe]

I have a box FULL of Sharpies in every color imaginable, but I only use the same few. Cannot wait to get started on this! Thanks so much for sharing. ⭐️May I suggest that after using alcohol on your metal tools, be sure to oil them with silicone or WD40 to prevent rusting. I’m a gardener, and learned that lesson the hard way. 😊

[@debbiethomas3687]

Great video, what an eye-opener! I've been wanting to try alcohol inks for a while but been put off by the cost - I couldn't justify it in case it became yet another thing in my craft stash that I might not get to use for lack of space. I have a big container of rubbing alcohol though, and if I buy some Sharpie pens I can have a go at a sensible price. Brilliant. Thank you!

[@IzzyRocks2]

Is rubbing alcohol 91 percent? I was thinking it was much less.

[@CrystalsArtClasses]

I ❤️ love ALCOHOL INK'S too! A wonderful & rewarding medium, - 4 me!! Ty for the knowledge that you can, even,... *Break a Sharpie marker-> Apart! Brilliant & Amazing how creative us artist can be! Ty for sharing to us all! Crystal Guill

[@shantaswain6114]

Thanks for the amazing tutorial! Very informative and detailed yet easy to understand. I agree with others about preferring the lack of background music etc. I much prefer just listening and learning without all the unnecessary additions! I’m ready to get on with making my own inks!! TSMFS!!

[@penelopepennington3838]

8years later and THANK YOU‼️🙏

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You’re welcome!!

[@violet2048]

You are a great teacher. I understood the whys and hows of the whole process. No confusing or la de da words, straight forward and fun to listen to.

[@racquelputt]

one of the better tutorials, will follow to make my own. thanks!!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@joycehill4399]

Thanks for this great tip. The colors look so vibrant.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

So glad you like it!! Thanks for watching!!

[@Roxiepepper]

I immediately pulled out all of art markers and ransacked the bathroom for alcohol! Lol. I made some hot aqua ink🤣

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@DLee1923]

Oooooh !!! Cool !!! 👍😍

[@karenwalters2007]

Lmbooooooooooooooooo

[@nancyrose4965]

Shall we use normal marker too ??

[@MODOJIKI42]

I'm bout to do the same thang lol!

[@dalainebloom4505]

Thank You!!! I am so happy because I. Was always told to go to online or to A Hobby Store to buy them. I was afraid that they would be very costly. I never have and have always wondered how do We get alcohol inks. Thank You, for showing Me how to make My own.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You are so welcome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@lorenaarmistead7693]

Love this! Works well on polymer clay as well. Just have to remember to let the alcohol evaporate before you bake it

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Good idea!! Thanks for watching!!

[@mallymakings2853]

You're bloody Brilliant and hilarious. Just found your channel. I LOVE your personality and Thank You for sharing. Sending you some love from England.xx

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

LOL I am so happy you enjoyed the video!! Thanks for watching!!!

[@beadinggem]

Very useful especially for those who use alcohol inks a lot! Will share on my blog!

[@sandeebianco8180]

I loved your tutorial! I am going to give it a try today!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Awesome!! thanks for watching!!

[@junesmith3198]

Great tutorial ... can't wait to buy the spray bottles and get started. Thanks

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

June Smith I am so glad you enjoyed the video!! Thanks for watching!! Always, Leslie

[@deloresmc2659]

I love this hack(tip) it will really come in handy because I was wondering where I could get alcohol ink and now I know I can make my own TFS

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

I used 91% isopropyl alcohol from walmart and the guts from PERMANENT markers.

[@brcain9]

Why not just soak the cartridges in the spray bottle? You won't lose anything to evaporation, you don't have to pour from bottle to bottle and you can use a hemostat to take them out, if you even do. Thanks for all the information! Great vid.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

the fibers from the cartridge clog the spray nozzle if left in!! found that out the hard way ;) !! thanks for watching!!

[@catherinetodd]

If you did not cut the cartridge, and just let the ink naturally seep out, then you wouldn't have a problem with fibers, would you? I saw another video where this suggestion was made without any problems being mentioned.

[@afoust781]

Here's what I have Discovered, If You use the method above and cut your cartridges open you actually do get a deeper color (closest to the cap) in less time. I have used all the different videos but this one by far gets me the darker colors in less time. Great Video as Well I agree! :)

[@sharon94503]

I don't believe the sharpie parts are recyclable...shame they will sit in a landfill for 100 years or more. Pretty though.

[@suevans9442]

You had quite a bit of ink on your gloves, etc. Why not wipe with, say, rice paper or dry tumble-drier sheets and dab onto plain card or paper as you go. Then you get some free background papers. Not tried it but is just a frugal thought. I’m going to try this process you’ve shared. Should save me many pounds! That gets my vote. Well done and thanks.

[@lindamiller8952]

You can also use alcohol wipes instead of spritzing the tools for cleanup. I found it easier. And I'm all about easier!!! Great tute. Thank you.

[@alexandersideras5099]

You are amazing teacher. The tips you have given on how to be the most successful in achieving it are great. Like how you share all the tools being used. Thank you.!!!!!!!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Alexander Sideras I am so glad that you enjoyed the video!! Thanks for watching!!

[@dalainebloom4505]

Oh, You are welcome. I subscribed after the post that I saw before this one. It was the first time that I ever saw Your site. I like it a lot.😊👍🏼

[@kathryngreer2848]

Wow I like that. that is so very cool. I love that. Thanks I am going to give it a try.

[@kellykennedy9278]

Thank you so much for sharing this information. I had never thought of using the ink from something I had around the house; I thought I would have to purchase the expensive inks from the art department, etc.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You're welcome!!! I always try to use whatever I have around the house before I go purchase anything!! I've always gotten my sharpies on sale (huge thing of them for $10 at christmas) and don't forget to grab some permanent markers from the dollar store!! Thanks for watching!!

[@lisajarvis2838]

Thanks for this- in my area- it costs a lot to buy store bought inks- this is so much cheaper- and in my area- these inks are hard to come by!!

[@2degucitas]

What a great way to use up dying marking pens! I have wondered if the same can be done with watercolor palettes. Going to try!

[@ms.mommie6985]

I was wondering that. Did the dried out markers work?

[@Funstuff101]

I just did this today, and it works great! Thank you!

[@JayDub_143]

I am a new subbie and I want to thank you for sharing!!! I cannot believe you are so close, I reside in Indianapolis!! very cool!

[@Sandee613]

Wonderful video. Thanks for sharing your technique for beautiful art!

[@taraperkins9510]

Oh my I would have never thought to have done this. I have been trying to figure out how to make my own spray inks cause I’m telling ya they are pretty pricey. This is an amazing idea and I wanna thank you a ton for sharing this!!! I’m actually gonna run out and get some bottles today. I have everything else but them. Again thank you!!!!

[@sandramiranda4212]

Looks purple, thank you so much I will try this, thx so much

[@susanciaburrilamarca7824]

Awesome, excellent instructions & video. Thnx so much for sharing

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

thanks for watching!!

[@john-allenduskglass3193]

at first i thought this was not worth the effort, but then i remembered how ridiculously expensive they were last time i went to the hobby store. thank you for showing this.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Thanks! I would highly suggest using the least expensive alcohol you can find and you can always get really cheap permanent markers at the dollar store. I used sharpies only because I got a great deal on them during a back to school sale. With the holidays coming up, keep your eyes open for deals on permanent markers!!

[@john-allenduskglass3193]

@@LesliesCreativeStudio i've been watching vids on this subject, today, and printer ink refills seem the best route to go. thank you, though, for inspiring me.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

@@john-allenduskglass3193 You're very welcome!!

[@ky-ann8542]

Awesome! Thanks for the video... great for the budget.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

So glad it was a help to you!!! Thanks for watching!!!

[@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore]

Yay! I made a couple inks last nite after watching this and played a little on a ceramic tile. I LOVE IT!!! I did how ever just leave the inside wick in the alcohol over nite also without splicing down the side. I am using little squirt bottles (??) as our Wal-marts never had those spray bottles, nor did the Dollar stores this round.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Joan that is awesome!! I just transferred mine into little squirt bottles I found in my stash (lord only knows where I got them or how long ago lol) but they work great!! I am gonna make some more for spraying!! love the spray look and the drippy look!! Thanks for watching!!!

[@loriseabrook1906]

Great tutorial. I hope you have fun with them!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Lori Seabrook I am so glad you liked it!! I am having a lot of fun using them!! Thanks for watching!!

[@threeicys]

I just heard of spray ink today. Since my family and I love to paint rocks I was wondering how I might in corporate this fun idea. Trying to think of how I could primer the rock properly for the spray ink. Any advice?

[@dianalascruces7461]

Nice lady who is intelligent and explains things very well.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Thanks for watching

[@missygirl..6647]

Hello, Thanks for your video it's very useful! Big question for you: I live in Europe, in an area where you can't buy spray inks. I'm trying to make my own, but they don't produce Isopropyl Alcohol, they use only Ethyl Alcohol for medical purposes. So would Ethyl Alcohol work for these or would Vodka be better, since it evaporates fast and leaves pigment behind on the surface used?

[@francineschmidt7593]

Hi Leslie, Thank you so much for doing the tutorial on alcohol ink! I'm going to try to make the inks. I'll let you know how it turns out. Francine Schmidt

[@HumanGoodOne]

Pretty cool. How do you use them? What are they good for?

[@kaynbazbrodes8947]

fingers on my keyboard spells errors when i press to longsorry,,,, leslie your hilarious to listen too. have a lovely day, colors gorgeous how much were your sharpies?

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

I buy them during the back to school sales and the upcoming holiday season,!which costs $15-$20 now, but….its still less expensive than the “real” stuff!! Enjoy !!!

[@staceyvickery6142]

I strain my inks. Kruig makes tiny coffee filters for their brew your own coffee . When flattened out the are a perfect fit for a small strainer. Works great!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Great tip!

[@cocacolafiesta]

Made alcohol inks with the sharpies over 6 years ago but never used them till today and they were still perfect. Just stored them in old pill bottles and surprisingly they were not dried up. I have the Rangers alcohol inks and tried my diy with the Rangers and preferred my diy cause they’re cheaper!

[@DLee1923]

I've just seen this for the first time. I was looking for ink colors online, & it would end up costing so much, I wasn't sure I wanted any. Then I came across you diy video, and I'm so happy !! I have most of the tools needed, so I'm going to make my own !! Thank you so much for your wonderful video !! And I subscribed of course ! I'm not sure if you're making videos anymore, I just wanted to show my support ! Love you !! 💕😍

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

So glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for the sub and for watching!! And yes I am still making videos lol !!!

[@gr8eft]

What a cost savings & I bet you can create new colors. Thank you so much !!

[@anitaholdaway7606]

Thankyou enjoyed your video - simple instructions- now to gather the supplies.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

thanks for watching!

[@Richiedei50]

Thank you so much for the video. It looks almost as much fun making the inks as using them. By the way the pipette you used is similar to the ones supplied with the Pebeo paints kits. 😊

[@valeriejoy11]

I guess it depends on how you are using it, but I thought alcohol ink was usually used with a fine tip squeeze bottle. I just bought a bunch planning to do this very thing!

[@jolac46]

Love the final product. Those are great colors. Thanks for sharing,

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Johanne Lacombe You are welcome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@changingmyself]

Why not just put the ink inserts right in the little spray bottle? Then to refill, just open up a new marker, pop it in the bottle and pour some more alcohol in.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

That's a great idea, but the downside to that is that sometimes the fibers from inside the ink cartridge can clog the spray tube!! And we all HATE clogged spray tubes lol!! Thanks for sharing your idea and thanks for watching!! Always, Leslie

[@estherrenee55]

Compare the cost of the bottle to the time and effort involved the other way, I'm with changingmyself :)

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

None of my 24 bottles have any fibers coming out of the uncut tubing not at the top or bottom in 24 hrs yet. I didn't cut mine open and just fits perfect whole in the 2 oz Amazon glass bottles.

[@Christine-rx8di]

great idea! I like your video, i also agree with others below that this is a nice video without all the music and fluff. its real! i was going to buy inks but now I'm going to make them! have you tried with cheap dollar store markers or only sharpies?

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!! Yes I absolutely have used dollar store markers!! Sometimes you just need to let them sit a bit longer to get all the pigment out!! Thanks for watching!!

[@greenearthblueskies8556]

I’ve got hundreds of sharpies....I am excited about this

[@ashialujano8671]

Such a great idea!!! How much did you spend? And How much did it save you from buying store bought?

[@carlawolf8260]

Love the ideal thank you for your share .I don't have any and now I will .

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You're welcome and thanks for watching!!

[@bettyhall9777]

really appreciate you sharing this to show us how to do this, awesome

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You're welcome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@louisesouza6627]

Very nice. Really.like the colors

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Thanks for watching!!

[@rosemcguinn5301]

Awesome tutorial TFS ! One QUESTION tho'. What didn't you like about how your metallics turned out? And could those be mixed with regular colors to make them shimmery?

[@swathikota1013]

Wonderful tutorial 👏 I'm just curious to know something before I actually try doing this. Since I'm from a tropical country, I just wanted to know that by leaving the alcohol in the cup for some time in open air, wouldn't it evaporate?

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Hi!! I had no issues with evaporation!! Hugs!!!

[@michaelz6870]

Haha "yellow yumminess!" Luv it. 😊

[@charlenebyington7405]

Great job, l did this year's ago but l was glad to hear about you telling us to cut off the bottom. thanks

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You're welcome and thanks for watching!!

[@charlenebyington7405]

You're welcome too. . 😎 😎 😎

[@QueenEdos]

So simple and easy to follow! Thank you very much. The music at the end caught my attention. It touched my spirit. I thought it was very nice with your closing message. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world.

[@elliefox7943]

Thank you for the great tutorial! Have you (or has anyone else reading this) ever tried using the inks in Resin? I would love to use them to get those gorgeous petri dish effects but I'm not sure if it would work out...

[@Bemadabava]

I have been wondering the same thing

[@therealqueen4629]

me too

[@bluecatblu76]

Would it be easier just cutting the inside of the sharpie and putting it in the bottle instead of the cup? Just wondering the benefit.

[@lorettahanks7769]

I have several old hard plastic cutting bds that I use.

[@connieclarke5449]

A what a fascinating technique. Brilliant. I have really enjoyed your videos. Many thanks.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

So glad you enjoy them!! more to come!! thanks for watching!!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

ladies thanks for your kind words and thank you so much for subscribing to my channel!! I am looking forward to sharing many more videos with all of you!! So stay tuned!!

[@luciendestexhe5793]

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[@eronice2436]

Scrapn Life Away nobrigado

[@austinle8572]

Scrapn Life Away did you just assume my gender?...nah jk but imma guy

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Welcome Austin and thanks for watching!

[@jesusgovea9895]

Scrapn Life Away can you use markers

[@vidaholmesshelli4925]

You go girl! Love the colors.

[@SuperJudy61]

What a terrific idea! Thanks so much for sharing. I buy my Mulberry Paper flowers in white so this would be super for that! God Bless have a crafty day ! Hugz, Judy

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Absolutely!! Just dip them and let them dry!! Thanks for watching!!

[@seemajoshi31]

Its very informative n m new to this. But i feel its very well.explained. would love to make these myself. Thank u for sharing

[@sherribear2073]

Really good video sis, thanks for sharing.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Sherri Bear thanks for watching!

[@leonadavis3010]

great tutorial! That yellow looks like a Sun who's crying about whatever the Orange is saying while a strawberry with a Mohawk looks on haha

[@gabbiesmeemee]

What you said it's hilarious LOL take care and God bless Deb

[@albertpagan1712]

What the fuuuck

[@crystallynnbyrne5511]

I wish you would have used the colors with a paintbrush...can you make these dyes and paint them with a paintbrush instead of spraying them with a bottle? Really cool! Thanks for sharing. I use ink with paintbrushes i would love to try this if it will turn out okay with a paintbrush

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

You could also put the ink into a water brush and paint with them!

[@bethbartlett5692]

What a benefit and absolutely exceptional color clarity - Rich! Very well done girlie! 5🌟 Whomever thumbs down are Adolescent Ego-Minded, ignore that - This is a very worthy video! 🎨

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Thanks and thanks for watching!!!

[@szumikovski]

Great idea!! Thanks for this video. I wonder if using only one oz of alcohol would result in a more saturated color. I have some alcohol markers that seem to have dried out and this may be a good way to rejuvenate them and use up whatever is still in the tube.

[@sandramullikiin5690]

This is a great idea! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Sandra Mullikiin thank you for watching!!

[@SuperRocketdog1]

Ooh you mucky pup! lol. Well I got all the ingredients so will get cracking with this when I clear dining room table of my painting! 😂😂😂👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😍💕💕❤️🐶🐶🐶🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

remember to have fun!!!

[@loisellenatkins4256]

Thank you for the time you put into your lesson. I will be trying this. One thought the squeeze brushes that you get for a song . The barrel may be filled and even though the brushes are poor, it should be a nifty way to store your inks to take into the field as needed. One caution use care if metallic flecks are in finished ink, possible clogs. What do you think is this worth doing, putting into brush.

[@CraftyComeLately]

This is a really fabulous idea and awesome technique and a great money saving, too!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Crafty Come Lately Thank you so much for watching!!

[@vickitoo1]

Great Video Leslie. Please do more. You should stream too, you are a natural. Wow those colors are awesome

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Vicki Loichinger thank you so much!! I am hoping to do more!! I have a Ustream channel, but have never streamed!! This summer may be my time to play!

[@cherylalikhani5957]

You could keep several pens soaking at a time and siphon off the clean alcohol for spray bottles and use the fuzzy alcohol for eye droppers and pipettes for using with lips, soda straws, boba straws, coffee stirrers, hair dryers, mattress blowers, air pumps, personal fans, canned air, etc. The colored coffee filters could be used for something too, I personally would roll a bunch of them them up in giant white tshirts (that have been washed and dried to remove the newly bought yuckies), give them a nice bath in some hot water, then let them soak overnight. No clue what patterns would come out but can imagine they would be interesting.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

great idea! this might work well for somebody who has space to store the mason jars! Thanks for watching!!

[@heidicole1897]

I’m so excited to get started. I just happen to have so many sharpies lying around, I wonder if it will still work if some of them are dried out?? We’ll find out! Thank you Leslie! Great video 😉

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Hi Heidi!! I would give it a try if they are dried out. The ink is still there, it's just dry !! Thanks for watching!!

[@MMGARC]

What a great inspiration and not to forget the awesome and fun teacher!! I loved your video on DIY Alcohol Inks. Would love to see you create something really cool with your inks. Thanks so much for teaching a not-so-old....new tricks!!!

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

+Maeve Garcia Thank you so much for watching!! I am just finishing up completely rearranging my craft room, so I am hoping to be doing something very cool with my inks in the next week or so!! Thanks for subscribing!! Always, Leslie

[@dazzlingextremes389]

Thats why I do it in the bottles. Then I put the leftovers for each color in ziplocks in freezer to use next time.

[@cshula1]

Thank you so much for this video! I can’t afford the inks.

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

you're welcome!! you can try using no-name brand permanent markers too!! they are often on sale now during the holiday season!

[@lulu43751]

Many thanks, just wondered wouldn't it be better to put the colour stick directly into the bottle and just shake it up?

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Hi Louise! Yes, you could do that, but you would run the risk of fibers from the color stick clogging the sprayer!! Thanks for watching!!

[@lulu43751]

Ah ha good point 😊

[@ruthwalton3457]

the lady you revered to at beginging is still around on facebook but most recent stuff only available through patreon whatever that is. Q. why can you not leave the inners and nib in the bottle with the ink? does it impede colour dispersion? super video. inspired I am. no idea what an exacto knife is except I have a scalpel with similar blade.thanks for the video.😀

[@LesliesCreativeStudio]

Ruth thanks so much for your questions!! Patreon is a format that allows subscribers to financially help out a KZbin channel by signing up to make monthly contributions, it helps us content creators here at KZbin fund our channel in the way of affording more supplies etc. I do not leave the marker cartridges and nibs in the bottle because it could clog the spray tube!! And yes, an exacto knife is very similar to a scalpel!! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching!!! Always, Leslie

[@ruthwalton3457]

Scrapn Life Away thanks x

[@kimberlyhilmer6334]

I'm sorry, I know you've explained this, but what I haven't read is, what keeps the fibers from pouring into the bottle from the cup?

[@teresaharris9659]

The only think I love more than the colors is your reaction / enthusiasm when you spray'em hahahahhah love it!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@amandaharper6002]

So glad I found this!!