Stamp School 11: Blending Tools 101

[@elsageldhof9891]

Dear Lindsay: I thoroughly enjoyed your video.Your tutorials are informative but also lots of fun.You are really a unique person.Please don't change ever. Lots of love and happy crafting to you.

[@emk3234]

Just thought I'd let you know that I bought my first stamps and ink for my birthday!! You are the reason I now love stamps! Thank you for opening my eyes to new things!

[@gloriaeike4973]

You are so talented, that even your "experiments" are a thing of beauty! I've learned so much from you and look forward everyday to your postings. Thank you for all that you do and your inspiration!

[@dbsaysnamaste912]

Love the makeup sponges in the caps. I've been using the sponges alone, but having that little bit of a handle seems easier to use. Thanks for sharing!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

yes and I seem to keep them longer this way too!

[@robertafeige4391]

Great tutorial! I made my "own" Ranger foam handles using velcro stapled to old wood thread spools and chess pieces. I bought the round TH Ranger sponge refills with a coupon, so it was a "frugal " alternative . Thanks for all your great videos!

[@micheledickey4066]

I would absolutely love an update for this!!

[@melodief3848]

Very informative, thank you. Yes please about the alcohol ink tutorials. I bought lots years ago when I learned how to make a pansy design with purples and greens, it worked really well. I would love to dig them out and utilize them again.

[@GailWhimsy]

Another wonderful video! Love watching you.

[@MableEckerwaterglobesrus52]

Beautiful coaster . Love the colors and the technique you used. Thank you for sharing.m

[@jeanieferretti4203]

This must be two for Tuesday! Yahoo! Great video Lindsay!

[@mooseballet]

Great tutorial! Thanks Lindsay!

[@lesleybroadley5605]

Fantastic as always much happiness from Albany , Western Australia love watching your videos x

[@SharonNolfi]

Another great video! Thanks, Lindsay. I'd love to learn more about how to use alcohol inks.

[@LaurasArtByTheSea]

Wonderful video, so many great options! I know this video is a bit old, but I'm having trouble finding the darice wooden peg blenders. Not sure if I'm looking it up wrong, or maybe it's something they don't sell anymore?

[@RobertaSharpe]

loved this video. Will be going to home Depot for some kitchen tiles and left over wood to make alcohol ink blenders and to make coasters.

[@jesseb5112]

Thank you for a very timely video. This came at the perfect time for me, and I appreciate you!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Jesse b thank you, I appreciate you too!

[@created2bless322]

YESSSSS! Love all these tips! Yes, to alcohol blending school......Do you have one already this is 3 years later....I have copic knock off markers.....what to do with them same, techinques?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

yes, any alcohol markers will work, search alcohol blending techniques on my channel, I have a few videos

[@deepowers3117]

Lindsay, Could I wash and use bottle tops from a soft drinks to put the make up pads in, or would they be too small? I just don't know where to get the bottle tops. I would also like to get the color dusters, but don't know who sells them. I couldn't quite catch the site name for (Judy?) who had sent you some. I really like them, especially for the project in stamp school #7 about faux layers. I also think they can lay a softer color overlay than the daubers if that was what I wanted for some projects. Should I use them just with distress inks like you are here, or can I use them with other kinds of ink? As always, Thank you with your patience with all my questions. You are very kind.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Deirdre Powers sure, try the caps you have, they should work fine:) The JudiKins color dusters can be found at Joann.com currently, You can use them with any inks but I like them for dye based inks.

[@Faerysong1]

Yayyy Stamp School!!!! Would love to learn more about alcohol inks. I went and bought them plus the blending solution, and the little blender thingys. I like the little round one the best. So I'm all ready and have no idea what to do....DUH!! Alice

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Alice Clark you want the felt kind, not foam, for alcohol inks but I think the handles work for either applicator:) Try the ink on a glossy surface like a tile or domino:)

[@Faerysong1]

Thanks Lindsay!

[@caroleanncolca8088]

Thanks for all the help!!!!!

[@carmentyson6941]

Hi Lindsey, I love watching your videos, stamp school is great!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+carmen tyson thanks!

[@monyscell8352]

Wow, I love how your tile turned out - gorgeous! I didn't know they made metallic alcohol inks... now I want to try that too.. lol. tfs.

[@aguabendita.]

You Are So Good At These Things!

[@pinkladycraft1]

This is such a great video thank you so much. I was looking for something cheap so I could blend with since I am a beginner and I didn't know if I would like it or not and didn't want to spend a lot of money on it just in case it wasn't for me. Your video help me out a lot, thank you for all the great ideas. =)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Esther Boop I'm glad, thanks!

[@sharonlones942]

Lindsey, you're the best! Thank you. I'd love to see an alcohol ink how to.

[@ArtsyLadyCrafter]

Tfs this overview. I like your bottle cap blenders, which I think I saw you make in another vid.

[@SouthernAngelsStamping]

hello Lindsay, I have seen the alcohol ink done before but I would like to see it done again please! I just got some but I need to get the glossy paper. Have not gotten that yet! I know you can make real pretty cards doing this. I made my own blocks to blend with by going to Lows and getting some cut to the size I needed and what was left I used make stamps. Do you like the foam or felt to blend with? My blocks I used the foam and have one for every color. I made some mini's like you did too for smaller projects. I keep all my blocks in a plastic box that has dividers, it's used for jewelry or other small objects and they fit great in the box. I got it also at Lows. This was such an easy and cheap project and I was so happy that I did not spend my money on that expensive blending tool when I made all those myself! God Bless and Happy Crafting :-)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Southern Angel Btq. Tammy Dameron (Southern Angels Boutique) I like felt for alcohol ink and foam for other inks. I have a tut tomorrow on alcohol inks:)

[@SouthernAngelsStamping]

Thank's I will make sure to watch :-)

[@missvickie1975]

Tip: I have two double ended Colorbox handles with a square plastic pad base on one end, oval plastic pad base on the other (after removing the foam pads they came with). I then apply the prickery side of Velcro to both pieces of plastic. I put the fuzzy side of the Velcro on the backs of hand cut foam (or cut up squares of blending pads that come w fuzzy backing already). Then u can just switch the foam pads instead of having to buy a bunch of Colorbox brand pads that come attached to the plastic shapes u noted.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

you are a genius!

[@missvickie1975]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich no, no, YOURE the genius around here (and I love all ur super helpful videos). thank u! 😁

[@dadydsgurlmer]

just an FYI for anyone looking michaels has a kit from color box that has 24 daubers and 9 blending pads with a handle for 19.99 so with a coupon 10 bucks and the nice thing about it is it has its own box

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+merry clayton thanks!

[@mammaamoon3449]

Really helpful video Lindsay. The alcohol ink coaster looks good, Would do a tutorial on alcohol inks and how to use them please???? 🎨🎨🎨

[@rebeccagrichar9661]

I made my bottle cap blenders, I love them!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Rebecca Grichar yay!

[@deborahanne9793]

So you used the make up sponges and glue gunned them into water bottle caps?

[@lorimcgarrity2146]

Great minds think alike Lindsay. lol Just this afternoon I cut out a ton of the felt squares to go on my grandsons wooden alphabet blocks also. Literally, just this afternoon!!! I used one of the 2" sq alpha blocks and then one of the 1" solid wood building blocks to have some smaller ones. my intent was to use them with distress inks though since I finally bit the bullet and bought 4 sets of the minis online the other day. But, I do also love my alcohol inks, thanks for your suggestion of purchasing those, so i can use those on these new tools also. But, will this idea be ok to use with the distress inks or will i be better off with sponge type applicators and i also got the color dusters, again, thanks for your recommendation. You are my fav KZbin craft star!!!! :)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Lori McGarrity use the sponge ones for distress and felt for alcohol, I have a tutorial on the alcohol inks lined up for Saturday:)

[@Couchbunny]

Do you have a review on cheaper options for the color duster like paint brushes etc. I would love to use these but I don't have the money to get some for every color.

[@lymez79]

When I tried using makeup sponges they shredded a bit after just a couple uses. So I use the Tim Holtz mini blender - 2 handles and foam for each color.

[@manuelaherr9027]

Dear Lindsey! I have 3 dobbers or pouncers that are the same size 3.5cm and I would like to know if and how I could make two of them smaller?. I am painting with acrylics and would like to achieve the Bokah effects. I love your channel and found you through the art sherpa, thank god! Do you have any advice for me? Love from Germany and from me, Manuela to you! 😍😍😍

[@thefrugalcrafter]

to get a perfect circle I'd cut or paper punch craft foam to the size you want and glue it to a dowel or bottle cap as a holder

[@manuelaherr9027]

Thank you Lindsey, that helped me a lot. I will try it!!! 😍👍

[@margessw]

Do you find the Distress inks blend better than any other ink pad ?

[@Minalynn53]

I''m so glad you started this series! It's been a great help! A video on alcohol inks would be wonderful! I've been trying to see if I really want any and if I get them how to use them. :O)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Minalynn53 I have one coming up tomorrow:)

[@Minalynn53]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich You totally rock. Thanks so much!

[@deborahanne9793]

Great video! Where did you get the caps to hot glue your make sponge in? I would like to blend today and am not sure what to use for the cap? Thank you.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

you can use soda or water bottle caps

[@thefrugalcrafter]

here is a tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zn6WcpZphqyIr6s

[@Anna-loves-you]

I'm going to try using those egg shaped foundation blenders, they have the perfect shape!

[@ritabrandow3750]

I will try the bottle caps. Thank you. This makes me want to get started making cards again. When my wonderful husband passed away. I had a hard time and I didn't want to make cards anymore but you got me excited again. So thank you from my heart. Sorry I wrote alot.

[@path6741]

Great blending info. I would love to see more information on using alcohol inks. I have a bunch of them I bought to do blending on aluminum containers and didn't like the texture after they dried (kind of rough and sticky) so I just put them in a box and set then on a shelf. What did you say to use to cover the tile to seal it? Triple something? I have a problem with the direction I blend. I tend to start in the center of the object and blend out, then I get an unwanted ink shape of the blending tool, or streaks, on the item. I guess I'm afraid I will curl the edge of the piece up if I blend from the outside in. I'll have to work on that. I have a few of the brush blenders but usually use a makeup sponge. I'll have to dig out my stencil brushes and try to use them more often. TFS

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Pat Hathaway Triple thick glaze is the stuff. I go outside in for blending, the color dusters are very gentle on the edges

[@kathrynjackson3007]

Lindsay, this has been such a useful series! I went to AC Moore over the weekend and bought some supplies to make cards and bookmarks. I thought I'd try out some of your techniques. I particularly want to try layering with background stamps and stencils using different mediums. Question: I know acrylics can be used but what about tempera paint? Would that make a good medium? Thanks! ✨

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Kathryn Jackson sure, just make sure to tap the excess of your brush or sponge before stenciling.

[@judybrescia3344]

Other artest

[@pattywakefield8867]

Lindsay, I would love to see more alcohol ink tutorials --- was just thinking I should either do something with them or sell them.....I love how they look, just need more projects to use them on......Thanks! And, quick question -- the flowers you were using in this video --- what die did you use for the smaller flowers? Love them. Thanks! PS as always, thank you for the great videos......appreciate all you do!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Patty Wakefield they were both from the Tattared Floral Bigz die from Tim Holtz/Sizzix

[@alliesworld376]

hi lindsay, I really love all your blending tools you use but I have one question because I can't get the tools or ink from where I am where can I get it online beside papermart?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Allies World what tools are you looking for? And where do you live. Hallmark Scrapbook ships worldwide: hallmarkscrapbook.com/?aff=4

[@alliesworld376]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich just regular blending tools but where do I get the distress ink from and I live in london

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Allies World you could probably get them from Create & Craft, the home shopping channel.

[@alliesworld376]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich thank you

[@vonniechannel2818]

Love love all your videos thank u

[@deepowers3117]

Very pretty tile. When you said you could (should?) triple glaze it, what should I use to do that? Yes, although I don't have any alcohol inks, I think some tutorials on how to use them would be very interesting. You should see the old jam jars I keep my colored pencils in. I didn't even soak off the labels! Thanks

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Deirdre Powers triple thick glaze is a spray sealer from Krylon that I recommend for tiles:)

[@debterry1007]

Well i think you got enough requests for a tutorial using alcohol inks lol but i'll but my request in there too... Yes yes Pleas please. :) This was a great video. And even though it was a sponsored video you didn't sound like you were making a commercial. You sounded just like Lindsay talking to us and showing us how to do things. Great job! Hugs! deb

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Deb Terry thanks Deb, alcohol ink coming up tomorrow!

[@ritabrandow3750]

Thank you for the tips

[@peachiegrinsxd]

Love the alcohol ink please do more of it!

[@donnanusbaum2991]

I enjoy your stamping school. Please do one on Alcohol Inks. Thanks.

[@carolgunnerson6930]

The back side of photo paper works with alcohol inks just like Yupo! Great for experimenting with alcohol inks on a more frugal paper!

[@seanmooney3907]

Great on the alcohol inking. I would love to see an in depth tutorial on this. I am not sure how long that alcohol image would last on a non porous surface. I guess it would depend upon what and how much glaze you covered the image with. I had a great idea for the plug and switch plates for my pool room. All the best, Please let me know if that would work. Sean

[@thefrugalcrafter]

the innk will last forever if you get it a spray of triple thick glaze before you install them. Switchplates won't get much waer and tear or have to be cleaned often.

[@ConnieHildebrand]

Where would I find chromecoat (sp?) for alcohol ink card making? I need to hunt to see if you’ve done videos on alcohol cards

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I got mine from a print shop and the spelling Kromekote, I paid 25 cents a sheet and they let me but as few as I liked but Amazon has a pack of 200 for $20 so I will restock there when I ru out, here is a link: amzn.to/2yky7c0

[@lorianzaldo1041]

Were can I find the "Marshmallow" sponges and the clear case they are in? Thanks for another awesome video! L~

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+L Anzaldo I got mine from Gary Burlin Co. But they are made by Darice and I think they are just called foam blenders.

[@granny-kg2qp]

I purchased mine on-line from Consumer Crafts. They have free shipping this weekend.

[@dutchland7251]

Hi Lindsay, Its funny that you showed alcohol inks. I just got some today and thought that they may be kinda of cool to make some cards or something with. Could you show us a card, maybe a Christmas card maybe using the inks as a background or something? Thanks

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+dutch land you can search alcohol ink on my channel or blog and find tutorials but I plan on using them more.

[@erikakjellsson1756]

Hi. I would love to see how you make your daubers with the make-up sponge and bottle cap. Thank you for all your awesome videos! Greetings from Sweden. Erika

[@caroletsengouras7570]

Where can u get those color dusters from?

[@24jessejames]

OOOOoooo look at you all fancy with the Mason jar - lol! nice video :)

[@anitaholmes6824]

Great video as always! TFS Anita

[@lizzystitch4842]

I have the Judikins brushes, and the bristles keep horribly falling out....I don't know if this is normal or not to lose SOME bristles when gently using? Still loving Stamp School!

[@NoGrinchHere]

I have the same issue.. they shed!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+NoGrinchHere huh, i have not had that happen, maybe yours are newer/older? Try washing them and try to pull out hairs when you do, then dry and see how they work, maybe some were not glued in well.

[@lizzystitch4842]

It's worth a shot! I still like using them though....they give me just the right amount of shading where I want it, which is usually pretty subtle.

[@dawnecaldwell1121]

please please do a video on stamping/crafting and blending with alcohol inks, I just got a few from Tim Holtz and having a hard time trying to get them to blend and not sure what all I can do with them. Of course the worst part of using them I was wearing a new white silk shirt and getting drops of the gold ink on it and not being able to get it off. If you have any suggestions on how to get that kind of inks off clothes please let me know. I tried using the blending solution he sells and it got some of it off but not all of it. I know, I know I should have changed but I didn't even think about it until it was to late. I am sure you understand or at least I hope, lol Thanks for another great video can't wait to se what else you will be doing!!!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Dawne Caldwell Alcohol or ink away (by goo-gone) might work.

[@granny-kg2qp]

Hope you don't mind another suggestion. When I was nursing at the hospital I always got ink in my pockets, from my pens. I use 1t. peroxide with 1t. dawn (only the blue kind), mix together and put on your ink stain and let it sit for about 5 min., rub together and wash. Works great. Again, I hope you don't mind another suggestion.

[@dawnecaldwell1121]

+granny 4854 Thank you for the suggestions, any way to get rid of stains is always needed. thank you

[@ConnieHildebrand]

Thanks so much!

[@susanp9097]

Wow, so helpful!

[@ceciled624]

Loved this video. Quick question: When will "Ask A Crafter" return. I really enjoy those videos.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+cecile dougherty hopefully soon, the kids go back to school this week!

[@louisebailey8295]

Hi Lindsay have a question stamping black ink i am so confused lol to do stamping to use water colour with so it does not run PLEASE help lol

[@TheKserwin]

+Louise Bailey I am sure Lindsay will get back to you, but in the meantime... use Archival ink for water colours (markers, paint, etc.) and I like to heat set it with my heat tool, too. For alcohol inks use Memento. Most of all, HAVE FUN!

[@louisebailey8295]

Awesome ty soooooo much i am trying to have lots of fun but i have a little girl who loves to do this to we laugh a lot and make lots of mess but she is only little once and wanting mum around so ty again

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Louise Bailey thanks for helping Karen, yes Archival ink is what you want:)

[@zakittyslair]

would you be interested making a tutorial sometime this winter on using your supplies on material making designs, highlighting or shading within a material, kind of like creating your own material or panels for quilting?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Tina Fisher do you mean like making a quilt block but printing or painting on fabric rather than sewing peices to make a design?

[@zakittyslair]

yes! I would like to try it, but I'm a little unsure where to start. (My achilles heel). I have everything when it comes to art supplies, inks, dyes, watercolors, acrylics, mediums, paint brushes (my sewing/craft room would be a close second to yours). I sew regular quilts, and am learning how to applique, I love it, but I don't want to pay for designers very expensive panels and/or applique designs. (Mckenna Ryan as an example). Plus I'd like to make it my 'own'. I'm just wondering if you could just help to get a start with it, I won't be washing these applique wall hangings as I would a regular sewn bed quilt, fyi. Thanks, just thought I'd give you the idea for our long and cold winter coming up. I'm housebound in Michigan for most of the winter.

[@Patcrochets]

So funny, my grand daughter called me out on my un-decorated soup can pencil holder... Glad I am not the only one.

[@CreativeMsKitty]

I own almost every color of the alcohol inks and would love more ideas what to do with them.

[@LovkynaPeral]

thank you for this and others your Videos, you are sooo good

[@lorimcgarrity2146]

Another quick question about youtube in general. Whenever you say if you like this video give it a thumbs up, well I love all of your videos but I never did that because I thought that it would only make a difference with how many hits you get with viewing. But, is having a track of the thumbs up helpful also? I want to make sure you get all of the credit, etc, that you are supposed to get.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Lori McGarrity thumbs up are great because it adds "engagement" meaning that the viewers liked it so much that they took action and then KZbin will be more likely to recommend my video to someone searching for a stamp tutorial. KZbin wants engaged viewers. Also when you like a video it can go out to twitter and G+ if your account is set up that way and it like telling your friends that this video is worth watching. It wall helps, we are only paid by actual commercials or ads that show up BUT the more views you get the better chance of that happening. I'm just so happy people like to watch! Thanks for your support!

[@lorimcgarrity2146]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich Ok, I am so glad I asked then. I want to make sure you get as much support as possible. i always recommend you to all of my friends that are seeking out new techniques, etc. Can't wait for the tut or the inks this weekend.

[@jjwinans1461]

Yupo is great with alcohol inks, but way expensive. Have you tried it?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+J&J Winans no, I have nem meaning to though, I have YUPO for watercolor and love it!

[@jjwinans1461]

I would love to see some tutorials for using watercolor on yupo paper. It' has very interesting characteristics.

[@CarolHeld]

Hey, my Maine friend.....You have a naked soup can? What is up with that?????? HYSTERICAL LINDSAY......MOD PODGE YARN EXPLOSION....EEKS, sounds wonderful!!!!!!!hahahahahahahaha

[@rhondamagee7459]

love your stuff

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Rhonda Magee thanks!

[@rhondamagee7459]

you betcha Lindsay :)

[@pastrygal21]

The short colour dusters put me in mind of tribbles, lol, looking at them top down

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+pastrygal21 Kathy says they look like a bunch of Troll dolls LOL!

[@pastrygal21]

Indeed they do!! Geek in me went to tribbles first, lol

[@tinakloepfer1581]

I would love an alcohol ink 101 video!

[@PallasYuiren]

Almost missed this segment! It's missing from the "Stamp School" Playlist.

[@sandyparker7874]

Would love a video on all of the uses of alcohol inks. Thanks.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Sandy Parker a lot of people do, I'll write in in my planner, it might not be part of stamp school so make sure you subscribe so you don't miss it!

[@sandyparker7874]

Not to worry, I never miss your videos. Love all of them.

[@CattyLoon]

I too would love to see some Alcohol videos!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Cathy Kaderabek I'll have one tomorrow!

[@ChristinaFurnerWebber]

awww NUTS!! I bought photo paper just for my alcohol ink! :'-( Yes, obviously I need alcohol ink help! oh! I know I can try myself, but how about old makeup brushes for blending? Thanks Lindsay for the tutorial!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Christina Furner-Webber it depends how soft they are, you need stiffer ones for the ink.

[@ChristinaFurnerWebber]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich oh! I'm like an airhead!! that makes total sense!! that never even entered my stupid brain ;-) Thanks for your speedy response! hugs!!

[@DianaTrout]

Well, you just lost your Martha Stewart status by not covering your soup can! Thanks for the great info.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Diana Trout did I have that kind of status? I wish LOL!

[@O2BSoLucky]

I just can't help myself, I'm naughty like that, This is my comment to yours; "Lindsay isn't like Martha Stewart as I distinctly remember Lindsay posting a vid about organising her receipts for tax time!" Oh I'm so naughty ;-)

[@path6741]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich I'd much rather watch you than Martha. I know some people who are Martha Want-a-bees and I'm ashamed to admit find them annoying. You are a "real"person.

[@tinakloepfer1581]

I don't cover all my soup can organizers either Lindsay lol!

[@gloriaeike4973]

Forgot to mention, that I also would like to see videos on alcohol inks.

[@SimpLeeBeth]

👍

[@moniquedeconinckk8083]

Bravo super

[@GnarlyCharly]

420 blaze it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! F.O.R.E.V.E.V..........

[@TheKserwin]

I would love to see any alcohol work.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Karen Erwin will do, I have some leftover photocopies I think I will transfer on tiles and use alcohol ink.

[@TheKserwin]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich That sounds great.

[@jasmynjadebauer3451]

I missed the name of the color dusters. Is it "Judy Kens"?? Thanks

[@noreenaltaf4911]

Can you show us how to draw any typeof cat😍☺️

[@O2BSoLucky]

Um, at 15 mins the video repeats whilst you talk about the tile and alcohol inks

[@GnarlyCharly]

I watched 4 minutes of this -______-

[@RainbowKittensCozyCorner]

Artneko don't work anymore

[@thefrugalcrafter]

They closed:(