Alcohol Ink Baubles with Glitter

[@suzyfaaberg387]

I’ve watched far too many videos and your technique is my favorite! I used a small syringe of polycrylic before adding glitter to my ornaments last year, but I’m going to try spray adhesive this time around. Thanks for great tutorials and inspiration!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Suzy... I did a class a couple of weeks ago and we did just the alcohol ink with glitter... worked great... and the balls I did with the same method still all have glitter intact. That said... so do the ones with the spray adhesive!!

[@appleoneill5135]

Gorgeous ❤ I really enjoy your tutorials, thank you

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I'm just catching up on comments and here you are watching a couple of videos at once!! These are a lot of fun... my granddaughter just popped by the shop on her way to a playdate with friends - made one for each of them as a surprise gift. She was delighted!

[@jillgross6232]

I like to stamp my Alcohol Inks on the outside of the ornaments. Because I love the stamped look! I also put irridesent fine glitter into the ball. I use polyacrylic to keep the glitter stuck to the inside. I also have coated the inside with matte white paint and like the look of that too! Then I spray with UV protective spray. I don't find it very expensive as I can get a lot of balls done with one bottle even with 2 coats! ❤❤❤ I'm going to try the wet ink with glitter and see how I like it, as that's a method I havent tried yet. With two new trees to cover in ornaments, I'm willing to try any method. I love the stamped Alcohol Ink because it reminds me of stained glass. My inside tree is going to have a very elegant look. Where my porch tree is more fun and whimsical. So, I have the best of both worlds going on! 😂 Hopefully, there's not any or very few "mistake balls" . Any I have will go on the very back of the pirch tree. I'm about half way through and so far no mistakes, but one! I can live with that!!! It's only a mistake because I personally don't like the colors! 😊😊😊

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Looking back at the glitter balls i made... I like the version with adding the glitter to the wet ink best. It was easiest, quickest and seems to have the best 'finished' look. I hope you're as pleased!!!

[@stephencraig7130]

Ok.. Make it up as you go along!! I like that! Nice work!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

And… that tends to be my plan more often than not!

[@brendam2235]

Love how the Christmas balls turned out , I like to put the colours in the inside to , easers to handle when your making them ,great video ❤

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Definitely my preference but there are lots who put them on the outside!

[@HeidiHyde-v5x]

Thank you …I have watched several video on this technique….yours is my favorite….up till now…my ornaments were scary 😂 now I’m going to attempt again.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I've done a class on this since this video - we all used the method I preferred... adding the alcohol ink then the glitter while still wet, then more ink, more glitter... They all looked lovely, were easy and have continued to look great!!

[@LadyLeda2]

I already watched this. But Tim Holtz or Ranger alcohol inks has a special cap that will not allow air in the jar if left unopened. It is a great feature when you are working with a lot of inks or working for a long period of time.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Awesome tip, thank you!!! I didn't know that so definitely appreciate your sharing! (and thanks for watching... twice!!)

[@kathyandruss9623]

Absolutely love the idea of using my alcohol inks another way! Off to Hobby Lobby to get some ornament balls!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

these are really pretty Kathy... you'll like them!!

[@paulagoynes]

I’ve been watching videos on using alcohol inks for ornaments and yours has been the most helpful. I’ve got spray adhesive so I’m going to use that for my pigments instead of polycrylic. Maybe it will work who knows? Thanks for help with the inks.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

It's always about getting the inspiration and then giving it a try. I'm a big believer in using what you've got so give it a go and see how it works for you!

[@KarenYauney]

Thank you for sharing 😊

[@QueenBeeCreations]

My pleasure 😊

[@kathleencraghead5459]

I love this so pretty

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I just pulled some out from storage - made last year - and they are still perfect!

[@DylanShumway-hs3mm]

Love your videos Cindy! Just curious why you don’t add the white acrylic paint after the glitter step? Have you tried mixing glitter in the white acrylic paint and then adding it?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

The white isn't needed in this version. The acrylic is added to help the alcohol inks stand out - which is what the glitter does. If you added the glitter to the acrylic - which is opaque... you would not see the glitter at all, the white would coat/mask it. The glitter itself is opaque so you actually wouldn't really see the white if you added it over the glitter layer so really, it's an unnecessary step.

[@DylanShumway-hs3mm]

Thanks for the clarification!

[@cindyives1191]

These are real pretty! I'm curious now that the inks have been done for quite awhile how the glitter stuck to the ink long-term?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

So far they are still fine! If you were concerned you could perhaps spray a clear coat sealer in after everything has dried but it hasn't proven problematic so far. That said... the real test is after storing for a year....

[@cindyives1191]

@@QueenBeeCreations good to know so far it's sticking!

[@jules2713]

How have they held up?​@@QueenBeeCreations

[@QueenBeeCreations]

@@jules2713 a year in and they are still perfect!

[@kristaransbottom6765]

A cup roller would come in really handy!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I'm blanking on what a cup roller is??? Help!

[@kristaransbottom6765]

@@QueenBeeCreations It's a horizontally rotating spindle for making tumblers.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

@ oh… now I get it… yes… I’ve seen those! Thanks for clarifying, I was clueless!

[@KarenYauney]

I just LOVE your videos. Best Wishes for your holidays. That could be done for other holidays, right??

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I think you can make these any time you’d like simply because they are beautiful and fun!

[@jobuck3701]

Where did you find your stoppers to hold the bulbs? I make 70, 80, and 100mm bulbs. Love your ornaments.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I bought this assortment off of Amazon so I could fit into different sizes of openings for different projects... amzn.to/3tJAWW9

[@teresaperkins1305]

What is the best gloss to use to give them a glass like finish? After pouring paint or alcohol ink on the outside?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Ahhh.. Teresa, I’m not sure I’ve got the best advice for you on this since I don’t often do finishes on the outside of the balls, preferring the glass finish, so I haven’t tried many, and it will depend upon where you are and what you can get. That said though, look for one that says non-yellowing and is high-gloss, not just glossy if you can.

[@BeverlyMandell-rz7id]

When you use white paint inside, does gesso work well. I want to make sure it does not crack. Thank you PS love your videos!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Beverly… unfortunately I haven’t tried gesso so I can’t address that one for you. I know that I have balls from 3 years ago using the method I demonstrated with no cracking though.

[@adwinter8523]

What colors would u add to make a clear ball look iridescent? I have so many clear balls and have just thought about trying alcohol inks. Thanks for the info in your video. Answered a bunch of questions for me!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Hmmm… iridescent would mean there’s a bit of a reflective sheen to it. Check out the Alcohol ink ornaments I did with a mirror backing and see if that works for you.

[@jennifercurylo7602]

They do have iridescent varnishes. That may look really cool. Good luck!

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

You're so welcome Nina!

[@jenniferfarrar3542]

Where can I get the ornament like you have individually packaged?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I had to order a full case from China, this is how they came. I bought it in bulk to do classes…. I’m thinking it was 500 and I wasn’t even sure they would arrive unbroken…

[@alliejerrywinepaintnightll4189]

When using method #1 without adhesive, does the glitter hold after the ink dries?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Yes! I have some that I did from last year... glitter still all in place!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I thought about this more after my quick response... i actually prefer applying the glitter to the still wet ink. The colours of the two combine to create more interesting colour effects. The bronze over orange looks different than over purple (etc.) and you tend to get a little more intense colour reactions. this is the method I use in my classes. If there are perhaps 'spaces' left over that you can't seem to get the glitter or ink to reach then we'll maybe use a spray adhesive to 'finish'... if you want the ball fully inked and glittered. Some like them left with the swirls and open spaces for contrast.

[@Dzkneefan]

Where is the link to the original alcohol ink post.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I have it listed in the video description for easy referencing!

[@noracalvert9786]

Could you pls share as to where we can also purchase cases of the ornaments?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I ordered mine a couple of years ago from Alibaba online.

[@KarenYauney]

Can you use liquid floor wax?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

That… I don’t know. Haven’t tried it. But… you can always try one to find out!

[@littlemisssunshine5628]

Yes! I do. ❤

[@cindycarnes6441]

I use mop and glo inside, drain the excess and add glitter. Dump out excess

[@QueenBeeCreations]

@@cindycarnes6441 is that over the alcohol inks or just on its own with glitter?

[@SheSheLuvsMakeup]

Hi! What kind of spray adhesive are you using? Thank you for the video. 😊

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I was using Elmer's spray adhesive.

[@rterrill1103]

Can you use floor wax with the ink to make the glitter stick?

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I've never used it with floor wax so I can't comment but... you are adding the glitter to the ink when it's wet - it actually sticks on its own. I have balls I made last year that are still fully intact - the glitter has not released...

[@rterrill1103]

@@QueenBeeCreations ok thank you! I have used floor wax with glitter only before. Didn’t know if it would work the same way as the spray adhesive. I may try it and let you know. I really love the Christmas balls with the ink! Thank you for inspiring me to think more outside the box.😊

[@QueenBeeCreations]

If you try it I would love to hear how it works... and anyone else who reads the comments of course!!

[@lindamccann3119]

Crazy question but do you use glass or plastic balls? Beautiful!!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I have used both … they work equally well!

[@Wherethewindblows524]

I couldn't get the bulbs to turn out. Paint ink clear coat spray. I got a 3 day drying muddy mess I don't have can air used a straw.

[@QueenBeeCreations]

I have had the best reactions with simply using the alcohol inks with the glitter added. Just had a group do them them this way in a class with awesome results. Just add one colour of the alcohol inks into the ball, swirl (but don't used canned air), add glitter to the wet ornament - that's what gets the glitter to stick. Then add another colour (or more of the same) and add glitter again. If you have clear spaces to fill you can add a spritz or two of plain alcohol - adding glitter again. The combinations of ink colours to glitter colours are endless and create beautiful contrasts.

[@marykatherine9098]

What an absolutely wonderful video. I noticed right off before even looking at your Channel information that you must be from Ontario Canada because of that White Rose spray can off to the side that company was a from Ontario which unfortunately closed down almost 20 years I think or maybe more. I had that exact same can to. I live in Oakville, Ontario the city right next door to you so hiya Neighbor. I love all sort of crafts I hav done ornaments like yours but differently but I love your ideas better. I also do painting and resin works plus I also make greetings cards with rubber stamps and dies. Maybe you would like to talk since we are so close that’s if you want to that is. I would totally understand if you don’t. I will leave it up to you. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Mary Katherine

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Wow! You are observant! I get all kinds of 'older' items from folks clearing out their craft stashes... that one is old but still works fine though! I do remember when White Rose was around though so... memories there! I actually grew up in Oakville and lived there until about 10 years ago when I moved to Burlington. You'll have to pop by the shop sometime when you're out this way, say Hi and talk crafting!!

[@dreamwreather1959]

You've said you purchase your ornaments in bulk. Can you say where you get them? Also, in your opinion, what's the best size to use? Thanks!

[@QueenBeeCreations]

In all honesty, I bought a bulk of 500 a little over 2 years ago. Ultimately, they came from China and... after the order was placed I figured I was likely out of luck. However, after a couple of months they did arrive with minimal breakage surprisingly. I believe I ordered them through AliBaba because the price point was right. As for size... these are the regular size balls, which I find is just about right. The flatter 'lentil' shaped ones also work well... I think I used a couple of that shape when I did the mirror effect version of the alcohol ink balls. regular sized ornament balls are usually about 2.5 to 3" I think.

[@dreamwreather1959]

@@QueenBeeCreations perfect! Thank you for the info.

[@lisalauzon5938]

A tip to drying these a bit faster is to have a hair dryer on low heat on low fan & it evaporated faster

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Great tip for everyone! thanks for sharing!!!

[@sherryroberson446]

Looks like the milky way or galaxy

[@QueenBeeCreations]

Some of them definitely do!