Stunning alcohol ink effects using acetate/transparency film and a straw. You will love this!

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[@Meyersci]

Yaaay! Finally a way to use the obsolete sheets of film that do not work in the current copier!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Happy Creating 💕

[@cloudwindrainsun]

Just love the way you cut and mounted your artwork, thanks!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Susan 💕

[@laurastaley7627]

This is an oldie but a goodie. Thanks for passing along this idea.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Laura, glad you like it 💕

[@bonnerdebbie]

I am rewatching a really old video and enjoying, thanks Nina.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad you are enjoying it 💕

[@rrunnr]

You have my mind working overtime.Loved the video

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Jocelan Perry Thank you. This is a lot of fun!

[@pierrettehotte773]

Love this technique.... it’s also fun to doodle in the designs when dry. The other technique I like is pouring some ocean salt on alcohol ink,let it dry completely then scrub the salt off,the results are so beautiful ...

[@debbiedunham5204]

Fantastic! Love the colors and the patterns!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Debbie Dunham Thanks Debbie, I loved making these:) Thanks for watching x

[@tiasmom6225]

I love this technique, I'll be trying this one very soon. My mind is working overtime with all the ideas for using this. Your example is gorgeous.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Ruth. I hope you will enjoy giving this a try 💕

[@catheyboocat-design7175]

Those are so beautiful ❣️❣️

[@lorimcgarrity2146]

I use the transparencies and ink also but use the compressed air but what I love about yours so much is how you framed it. I love it quartered and spaced out. Like that much better than full page uncut. Great job. THanks!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment Lori :)

[@karinmoonhawk3720]

Awesome!!! That really does look very pretty :D and fun to do. Thanks so much for sharing Nina!!! Hugsss xxx

[@mariaclegg7097]

This looks a fun technique to try . I like how you've displayed your finished piece.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+maria clegg Thanks Maria, glad you like it.

[@penniecampbell1182]

Loving that can't wait to try

[@mitzzy40]

Nina, this is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for sharing. God bless you.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Iris Sanchez Thank you Iris, glad you liked it, and thanks so much for commenting:)

[@marihop5117]

Oh my gosh, I love the effect. The brighter the better . Tfs Marina :))

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Aren't they pretty! Thanks Marina :):) xx

[@StudioABSee]

When I taught in public school, my kids LOVED blowing on paint through a straw. They were so amazed when they achieved really dramatic "trees" by using thin white paint on black construction paper. Kids love this technique, and so do I! Your project is beautiful...worthy of a frame! So glad I found you! Love what you are doing here.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Linda Ann Smith Thank you so much for your kind words Linda. I have got plans to frame these because they are so beautiful and I'll do an update once I've decided how I want to mount them. Tfw x

[@susanfomiatti5810]

Great Tutorial Nina will try this on the weekend. Thanks.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Susan Fomiatti Thanks Susan, it produces some interesting patterns doesn't it. Have fun with yours!

[@margarethdemery488]

Hi Nina, I know this video is a couple years old, but I love it and gave it s go. Great success on the Dura-Lar archival polyester film and a ceramic white 6x6 inch tile . Thank you 😘

[@MaeTere]

That seems so fun!! Thanks Nina :)

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

It is. I love alcohol inks as they are so unpredictable :)

[@cindyhenry1410]

Beautiful! Hope you were in a well-ventilated room!! TYFS ❤️🦋💜

[@BettsyDoodle]

Beautiful, Nina. The straw technique was one of the first things I tried when I discovered alcohol inks a few years ago but I did mine on glossy photo paper. You've made me want to play again now lol and it just happens that I've been given some transparency film so watch this space! haha. TFS. Hugs,Dee xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+BettsyDoodle You've got to try it on acetate, its a completely different effect. You will love it!! You'll be more excited than me!! TFW, hugs, Nina xxx

[@bobbikuhn3496]

Great video. I love it! Now I am going to give it a try. You have such a lovely voice and you gave very clear direction. Thank you so much. I am happy I stumbled upon your site.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Bobbi Kuhn Thanks so much for your kind comment Bobbi 😊

[@maevegarcia2368]

I just watched your follow and you gave me some fun ideas!! Thanks so much, Nina. love your videos!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Maeve Garcia Thank you Maeve, glad you're enjoying my videos. Have fun!

[@annabelleavila6593]

Very beautiful .... I cannot wait to try this! You are very talented and inspiring😊

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hi Annabelle, thank you so much for your lovely comment. I hope you have fun with this :)

[@andreamaiorana8490]

Yes, they ARE beautiful!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you!

[@sassafrasandscraps]

If I get started now I can have some really nice Christmas gifts ready! Thank you so much for sharing! 💜

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Happy Creating 💕

[@renewalof48]

Beautiful work.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Donia Gonzales Copeland Thanks Donia ☺

[@lindadozier7986]

Love this technique! Thanks for sharing!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Linda Dozier Thanks Linda, this is a fun technique!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Amazing I love ❤️ how you've done this 😁😁😁😁 thank you so much again. You're so brilliant

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you! :)

[@miekemiddelhuis3782]

Beautiful Nina! I will try to make it myself, thank you!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Mieke Middelhuis Thanks Mieke, hope you have fun. Tfw, Nina xx

[@judichristopher4604]

Beautiful!!!! Love this!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Judi Christopher Thanks Judi, I'm so glad you liked it!

[@janicedean6890]

like the the technique cant wait to use it.Great work!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Janice Dean Thanks Janice!

[@aclarkclark2945]

So pretty--will definitely try this

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

You will enjoy the results, so much fun!

[@shawneecharles1444]

I have tried this with watercolor paints, such a useful little tool.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Shawnee Charles I know, who'd have thought you could achieve such fabulous results with a straw!

[@tristanspear9889]

I thought I was going to pass out for you but your right it looks amazing and the colors are bright and happy I know what I'm doing tomorrow thanks

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

LOL! Thanks Yvonne :):)

[@boynecitygrl49]

Omg it looks like funky flowers, i have to try it thank you.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

It’s so much fun. Enjoy 💕

[@fazestorm4441]

I think your work is so beautiful

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@suebouch4074]

Hi Nina… just went to your channel to check out videos I had missed and saw this video under “popular videos”… I think this video was how I found you originally. I’m going to enjoy watching it again. Take Care and have a great day! 🙂

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hi Sue, I plan on doing some more projects with my alcohol inks 💕

[@WasteSomeTimeWithMaggie]

the affect of this is amazing, tfs Nina

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Maggie 😊

[@judymckay406]

I will give this a try. Makes a very unique piece of art or a love card for someone special. thank you

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

That’s a lovely idea Judy. Happy Creating 💕

[@meganmadden6484]

Nina I am making my own ink and i am doing this with my 1st graders this sunner in our art week I think the kids will love this. They will be well supervised .

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Great idea. I’m sure the kids will love it 💕

[@koyosensebe8027]

Lovely effect beautiful!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 😊

[@cherylburkitt9722]

So beautiful and fun.. Reminds me of a kaleidoscope.. Enjoying your tutorials very much.. thankyou

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cheryl. That’s nice to hear 💕

[@grannyjclay-joannieholdhus925]

Soooo pretty! Thank you!❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Joannie Holdhusen Thanks Joannie!

[@pennyshuberg3406]

amazing love the tutorial, love the idea of cutting them apart and mounting them on some white or Black cardstock, Thank You for Sharing..

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks for your kind comment Penny :)

[@hazelbrooks5921]

I was experimenting the other night before i saw this and I used a manual pump like one for blowing ballon animals. No head rush. Much love!!

[@karentarolli3969]

They look like flowers. They’re beautiful.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I love how unpredictable alcohol inks are. So much fun as you never what you’ll end up with ❤️

[@littlesnippets1]

Wow! Fabulous effect for ink and a bit of deep breathing. TFS Ger x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+littlesnippets1 Thanks Ger, lol:)

[@azsasscee]

I love this! Not sure i have enough wind, It is so beautiful!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Carla Briggs lol! You do need strong lungs for this one!!

[@sooart5333]

so beautiful!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you!

[@adele6592]

Gorgeous.

[@yvonnethistle-brewster2734]

What a great tech. love it & will give it a try! thank you for sharing!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Enjoy 💕

[@Handmaiden-bv7lv]

Hi Nina, a simple but effective technique...looks so cool. xox

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Handmaiden1959 Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@rosaraptor]

It's quite the breathing-exercise, Nina .. I've tried this in the kindergarten, where I work .. it's keeping the kids mindfull 😉💗 .. your results are gorgious as usual 💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Rosa. It is!

[@katerinamylona8068]

This is beautiful!! I used this technique a couple of months ago onto a piece of glass, which, I decorated with various embelishements!! But it's a bit tricky though, as you do get a bit dizzy!! ;) xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

This does produce some very pretty effects, but yes, you do get a bit dizzy :) xx

[@debbieparks2690]

Beautiful !

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you ❤️

[@jamiecase8634]

Wow!! Awesome!! Good job

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Jamie!

[@angelinalozada189]

Lovely, Thank You from Puerto Rico.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Angelina. Welcome to my channel 💕

[@selamawitmakonnen7316]

wow you're amazing God bless you

[@sfbayareagirl]

I got light-headed watching this, lol. Beautiful, though! I like Christie Bullard's idea of using compressed air. Can't wait to try this. Thx for sharing your techniques.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+sfbayareagirl This is so much fun and the results look so beautiful. Compressed air is quite expensive in the UK and can't bring myself to buy any 😊

[@cherylmkaplan7993]

Stunning, and simple!

[@chrisharrison5974]

Wow not only does it look like fun, it has produced such a gorgeous piece. I just happen to have a large pack of acetate that I have been using to make my own stencils. However, I don't think I have your lung power so I will be getting some canned air. Love love love the way you have mounted them at the end xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Chris Harrison Thanks for your kind comment Chris. Glad you like this technique xx

[@alayagadeh3174]

Hello Nina...These are very beautiful, also great for kids!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+ALAYA GADEH Thanks Alaya 😊. I would maybe use watered down acrylic paints if I was doing this with kids because of the fumes.

[@alayagadeh3174]

Ah ok, Yes for sure, thank you.)!

[@claireskey5439]

This is so beautiful! I've just found this video. I sure will give it a go with ink from old markers, and paper! 💖💖💖🇦🇺24, Sept., 2022.

[@Cals-All-Crafts]

fab tutorial will have to get playing and the girls will love this as well tfs love and big hugs Caroline xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Caroline Withington Thanks Caroline. My youngest Son likes to come in my craft room sometimes and have a go, I think he will enjoy this too:) Tfw, hugs, Nina xx

[@Kallaila]

Love the video! Have you tried flattened scrunched tin foil at the back of the acetate? It’s reflects the light and lights up the colours. X

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

That sounds like a cool idea. Thank you 💕

[@WAlycia]

Love it!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@lorigordon1970]

Love the new technique. i love it. Now to get some acetate so I can give it a try. thanks fosharing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+lorigordon1970 Glad you like this, its so much fun!

[@joybecton2770]

Love this and I especially liked learning the inks work on acetate. Beautiful...can't wait to try it. Does the ink wash off easily?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

No, it is a messy product, so definitely a good idea to wear gloves. Rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer will also remove it. Happy Creating 💕

[@PauiKu]

thank you for sharing!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

You're welcome!

[@SuperRocketdog1]

Wow this looks great! Good video too. Nice to have English lady, I'm in Sussex! lol have subscribed.👏🏻👏🏻😍😍❤️❤️💕💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Maureen 💕

[@sivaart]

Thank you for interesting video!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad you enjoyed it. Happy Creating 💕

[@angelirenecrim3500]

Awesome !! Thank You

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+angel Irene Crim Thanks so much!

[@shirleymanuel6926]

Hi Fabby video. Thanks for sharing. Some people use a Lazy Susan to keep the acetate/paper turning. ❤🇬🇧

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Shirley. The lazy Susan is a great idea 💜

[@dianerandall995]

how fun is that....i love your hair

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Diane :)

[@TheDandyRaven]

Love this technique! Thank you for making this video. I just ordered some acetate in a very large size. Is there a side you prefer working on or is either side ok? Just subscribed to your channel...YEA!Lauren

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Lauren Alexander Hi Lauren, thanks for subbing! I do believe acetate is the same on both sides. Working on a large sheet sounds like a lot of fun! 😀

[@MMGARC]

WOW! That came out so Beautiful, Nina!! Do you only use acetate when using alcohol ink?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Have a look at my follow on video. I received lots of questions regarding how the inks work on different substrates, so I tested a few out. Hope you find it helpful😀

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Nina, that’s so awesome and amazing. I really really love 💕 how that turned out. It’s just so incredible and stunning. They would make great cards, or mounted and put on the wall. Thank you so much xxx Mags

[@evehamer3490]

Fantastic can’t to try.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@taragillen167]

Wow! Wonderful Nina❣❣❣

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Tara Gillen-Howie thanks Tara. How is your recovery going, are you feeling any better? Xxx

[@taragillen167]

+Nina Ribena still recuperating, you're too sweet! Thank you so much! ❣❣😘

[@anjanowackadeklopp761]

Awesome!

[@sharonvanderpool4611]

Gorgeous colors..love your channel..new subscriber here..❤️💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for subscribing Sharon. Hope you’ll find plenty of inspiration here 💕

[@andreamaiorana8490]

Love this. Have been saving bits of acetate from packaging for a long time. Assuming these will work the same. I will try. What do you use for adhesive to mount these on background paper? Just beautiful.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Andrea. I tried a few different method for mounting and found that a tiny dot of glossy accents in each corner was the least visible. If you have a Cropodile, you can also punch holes in each corner and attach eyelets.

[@andreamaiorana8490]

Nina Ribena I do have a Cropodile and Glossy Accents as well. Thank you!

[@ssue4q]

That came out very cool! Thanks for sharing but I must say I would have really enjoyed you sharing the polka dot blouse you were wearing I would love to have one of those is it new?and where did you get it? thanks

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+ssue4q Thank you Sue. The top was from Boden, but it is at least 10 years old! 😊

[@ssue4q]

Nina Ribena thank you so much for replying that was very sweet of you to take time out but I figured you were probably in the UK from your accent I'm in the USA so I don't even know what Boden is LOL just looks darling I had a top similar to it a long time ago and made me think of the polka dot top I used to have and I don't know what happened to it LOL

[@angelanash4347]

This is really pretty! I would think you would have got a bit dizzy during the process but you did not..lol Really cool technique though. Thank you for sharing!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Angela Nash Thanks Angela. It seems I have a very strong pair of lungs! TFW xx

[@denisestevens6492]

Hi mate. Just a tip so u dont get dizzy or breath in any unwanted fumes. Try air brush or the hand puffer works great. Cheerz. PS- love your videos. Denise W.A.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Denise 💕

[@JennyTheodora]

Very beautiful

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@natalierozean5989]

Beautiful! I was looking for a simple way to achieve a stained glass effect. I wanted it to literally look like detailed brightly colored stained glass windows behind an abstract Saint drawn w minimal black lines. I wonder if I can take dimensional medium (Nuvo pearls, enamel effects, glossy accents, etc) and outlined a frame w panels. Should I outline ON the acetate... let dry that blow ink? Should I outline on the paper, canvas... then cut inked acetate to fit?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I personally would outline on the acetate as 3D pearls do have a tendency to flatten 💕

[@carolm4094]

Wet pretty. I've done this before and the results are fun.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+carol m Thanks Carol 😊

[@iloneclezar]

Legal! Adorei a idéia de recortar em quadrinhos! Parabéns!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Ilone Clezar Obrigado!

[@carlaszczuka5653]

I just found your videos, now I have another use for my alcohol inks! I already use them with resin. You mentioned a name of the person who you were inspired by, can you tell us her name?

[@johneencawyer5814]

Beautiful

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Johneen Cawyer Thanks Johneen.

[@Freedom-sg1bs]

So cool Thank you

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@taniakowalczyk9791]

STUNNING RESULTS, SHARED WITH MY FB GROUP PAGE FOR NEW PEEPS TO ALCOHOL INK ART

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks for share and glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@patvickery6890]

Very nice! I had at errible time hearing it, but I got the idea!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Pat Vickery Sorry about the sound. I've sorted this in my newer videos. Glad you liked the results though!

[@kathleenstrode455]

Very Lovely!!!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+kathleen strode Thank you!

[@colleenmarierouse1377]

Loved this... Where do you get the acetate/transparency film? What exactly is it? Love Love Love this idea of art...

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Colleen Marie Rouse Thank Colleen. I got mine from Staples, but any office supply store will stock it, probably even the £/$ store. Its the clear plastic sheets used for protecting documents and using with overhead projectors.

[@creationsbychristieb]

You can also use compressed air instead of a straw. It might help on the head rush from all the blowing lol.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Christie Bullard Good idea, the blowing did make me a little light headed!!

[@creationsbychristieb]

:) I'd love to know if you do a video trying the air. I'm planning on grabbing a bottle today!

[@BelindaShort]

Not to mention all of the inhaling near the alcohol ink

[@rosemarysalem9561]

Belinda Short

[@wendimiller8915]

I was getting lightheaded just watching you!

[@amandabennett5772]

First of all, WOW that's awesome! I do have some questions though, can you cut the acetate with a die cutting machine like a Cuttlebug or a BigKick? Can do that technique on the other surfaces like glass or metal? Where do I get the acetate from? Thank you so much.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Amanda Bennett Thanks Amanda. Acetate can be tricky to cut with a die cutting machine, and I have not had much success. I buy my acetate from a stationery suppliers such as Staples. You could also try Amazon. This technique works on any non porous surface.

[@TheOldladyB]

Love the effect. I tried the straw and found I got too dizzy and my spit just wouldn't stay in my mouth. LOL. So I used canned air and it worked great.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Darlene Bromberger Great idea Darlene to use canned air. Must get some! Tfw, Nina xx

[@TheOldladyB]

I also use white ceramic tiles. I get some really nice effects just moving the ink around. Some look like landscapes. I watched a video by Art with Sarah ( I think that's her name). Just awesome.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Darlene, that sounds interesting, I shall check her out. I'm obsessed, just love the effects I'm getting. I've been playing for hours!!

[@TheOldladyB]

Time flies when you're having fun making a messy creation. Lol.

[@jlwiltsey]

My 7 year old is doing this today for her school art show next week. How are you attaching the acetate paper pieces to the white paper?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Jody Wiltsey Good luck to your daughter! Here is the link to another video where I show some mounting options. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKqXqWubha6Gn8U