Tim Holtz Alcohol Ink Tips + Tricks

[@kerriekovaleski3690]

Having Tim live on Saturday mornings feels very much like getting up to watch cartoons as a kid.

[@cartwheel43]

Yes, it does! But instead of just sitting there eating cereal, I craft along with the lives (I scrapbooked on this one) so it is twice as fun.

[@kkacz7783]

Perfect analogy!

[@deb.e.mixedmedia]

I have been a Tim Holtz fan since the beginning. Watching you demo is like watching a magic show! You and Mario are amazing! Looking forward to all the upcoming lives. Thanks for sharing your talents and for spreading positivity! 🤩👍😍

[@susanthompson2825]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARIO !!!!!!! Thank you for letting us get to know you, and all the happiness and joy you bring to Tim’s lives-demos and all of our lives(lifes) . To see you is to love you!🥰 ❤❤❤.

[@lisaholstein8880]

One of the best Alcohol Ink demos I’ve ever seen! Tim covers everything!

[@tinaofferjost7330]

Wouldn't it be great to bottle Tim and Mario's positivity? What a better world we would live in :)

[@rebabrum1447]

This is so freaking fun to do .Thank you for sharing your talents .

[@veramats]

Wowza! Right off the bat, that rainbow background with the black distressed tree silhouette stamp inspired me. I will be able to feed off of this video master class for the next year and beyond. So much to learn and do and play! Thank you so much for providing this amazing content for us for free!

[@vintagescrapgirl]

Every Saturday with Tim and Mario is a perfect day! Love the new alcohol ink colors!

[@francesneagley3644]

Tim makes my Saturdays!

[@nicolalederer9517]

Could not agree more!

[@99Marna]

This was so comprehensive and wonderful to watch. Got me excited about more techniques - thanks!

[@jelee5240]

Without doubt THE MASTER of techniques and creativity! I could watch non-stop!

[@brucewanda9564]

No matter how many times I watch the demos...I learn something new. Proves you can teach an old dog new tricks. You are admired by many and that is what counts most.

[@M0ther0fCats]

Replay crew here in the UK, Already ordered some new bits for alcohol ink play Thank you Tim, Mario for all your hard work, information, ideas and inspiration. As for timestamps, thank you for taking the time 😉 😜 to do these they are so helpful for someone like me who goes backwards and forwards for either inspiration or information, makes life so much easier and leaves me more time to play ❤

[@NanaCoob]

Ultimately the best ink video ever! I’m not intimidated anymore! 🎉

[@CK-831]

Just ran across this as i looked up alcohol ink. I am a watercolor artist and have had three bottles of ink in my drawer for a good ten years now, never figuring out just what to do with it. So I tried putting it on watercolor paper and ruined two sheets in the deck. Your video gave me exactly what I was looking for and was a great time investment, as well. I look forward to buying more colors and having some rainy play days this winter!! ❤❤❤ thank you !!

[@mariaslotemaker]

Tim live always makes me smile. Great therapy.

[@chrisgibson8409]

I learnt so much from this video. And I made sure I took notes to refer back to at a later stage. Thank you so much Tim..... the more I watch when you demo new products the more I am learning... and I have been scrapbooking, stamping and the like for a few decades now. I am still learning .. each and every time. So a huge thank you!!! Your products are the best in my opinion.... so keep up the great work!!

[@karentarolli3969]

TY for doing these lives. I truly enjoy watching and rewatching them, and each time I learn something new. Your lives give me the courage to try new techniques. ❤

[@Patty-r7z]

Thank you so much for all the good inspiration. I’m inspired to try alcohol ink again!😃

[@kayfurnish8715]

Today I learned why my inks are always sticky! Thanks for the tip about drying them with cool air. I just ordered my new travel dryer with a cool setting, and it's foldable for my suitcase for easy travel. Dual usage! Yay! It is always so fascinating to watch you play with the alcohol inks & it reminds me of why I had to have them all. I also like the tip about putting paper over a piece you are cutting with the trimmer. How many times I've had to clean the guard! Thanks for another great tutorial.

[@patriciacyzauskas4067]

This month is only second time I’ve worked with alcohol inks. I made 40 backgrounds for my Mr Bones cards. I used Black and Mushroom inks. Have to admit bout 1/3 I wasn’t fond of but put them all aside and will take another look. I really like the separation of the colors. I’m putting a die cut Raven on the tombstone so need area for him not to be too dark. Mr bones will be dangling a mouse so his area needs to be dark. This is why I watched this video for the 3d time. LOL. I found a idea-ology bouquet to put flowers at graveside. Now need to rewatch video on method for coloring the flowers. My card making skills have advanced so much over the past 5 yrs thanks to you! My first 10 yrs was simply stamping, watercoloring and mounting on printed paper. Found Dyan n loved her bright paints n sprays 2017 then your products. Once I started die cutting, life changed. There is a RARE day that goes by that I’m not crafting. Sometimes only 30 min, other days 8-10 hr. Thanks for sharing your talent and time with us crafty peeps!! Thx Mario for keeping Tim on a sugar high for our “lives”.

[@mariemargueritebrickner7631]

If you only knew how many people love your products and say send anything by Tim Holtz! I’m active at swap-bot and say it’s easily over 100 fans of yours over there. And I feel the same way! Sometimes I forget how to optimize your products so these tutorials really help me stay on track!

[@gaylarichmond4074]

Thank you very much for showing the bottle shaker - who knew! Your kindness is always there. I’ll give everyone another suggestion: Gloves in a Bottle - hand cream, apply before using inks and wash hands after and no staining, beats wearing gloves!

[@TherapywithStamping]

I am watching on replay and cannot find the link for the shaker. It is a must have!!!! Thank you for the pearls explanation…so helpful!!!! Love the new colors!!! Saving this for future reference. Gonna play and make my bestie a bday card with the alcohol inks. So excited!!!!

[@Vanitasmortedigital]

Thank you Tim and Mario for the creative magic and inspiration of the live demos and play.I love the new colours, Bayou is a stunning colour and Smudge for the win!.(Matt) Am definitely going to invest in some lift ink and experiment in my mixed media work.Happy Birthday Mario,have a fab day

[@debraolm7104]

WOW. WOW WOW!!!!! I'M IN AWE wachting You loosing yourself into all this possibilities!!! SAVED FOR LIFE! TY ALL Tim Holtz TEAM!!!!!!

[@ursulapope9004]

Finally got to grab a bit more time to watch the last of the demo … thank you so much for the time stamps!!! Fabulous, informative and remind full of tips as always! Best demonstrator in the business!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@emma-louisegayler4966]

Thank you for showing us the mixing gadget it's weird. I thought to myself, does tim have carpel tunnel, as I have the worst carpel tunnel going and gadgets like that are a game changer. Loving your products, life would be poop without you, Tim.

[@lindafieldsstudio]

Hi Tim - I'd like to thank you for explaining how to use the Pearls. I have been using it wrong each time and I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. Like, I would use the rubbing alcohol first and then bring in the blending solution after but I was stuck with ugly chunky monkeys. LOL But I want you to know I've never put down the pearls... I know the products you put out are always amazing. And now, I have finally learned what I've been doing wrong. Thank you! You and the products are awesome as always. Hugs ❤

[@Alishia07]

Love when you just get to play. So much inspiration and so grateful for play back

[@PattiWinfield]

It’s been a long time since I’ve played with alcohol ink, so I appreciate the review- for me, some of it was new! It’s been a LONG time! My bottles are all the old labels.

[@barborav2861]

nádherná práce, krásné barvičky Alcohol Ink, líbí se mi, jak nanášíte tupováním, překrásné 🥰👍

[@JulieCarriere_TheScrapZone]

Holly Molly....Black and Mushroom just blew my mind. Thank you for all the info, this was an awesome session!!!!!

[@rachelkemp4510]

You’re simply amazing Tim!!!! Love those colors

[@pollydale1674]

All those technics are so cool! Especially the lift ink and the texture paste with the stencils ! OMG yes, win for the pitch black and mushroom!

[@kareneaton433]

I definitely am taking notes, is so much amazing information, thank you!❤

[@staceyrivera475]

I just love watching your videos. Makes me smile. Thank you ❤

[@kmatto_kmatto]

Even on Replay Crew a few months later this was an amazing tutorial. Thank you for covering all the basics as well as all the tips. For instance, the chunky monkey bits you get with the pearl and iso vs the smoother finish of the pearl and blending solution.

[@stacyjunk7438]

Wow, I am hooked! Your instructions and explanation was impeccable, thank you!🎉

[@whichwitchhazel]

Awesome live Tim and Mario, as educating and fun as ever. Looking forward to next week, thank you for always bringing new products and educating us xx

[@ariesgirl3444]

I've had alcohol inks for years but haven't used them in quite a long time. Thanks Tim, this video has me so keen to try some of the lovely techniques and hopefully get some of the great results you achieved.

[@sonyahanson4819]

Don't know how I missed this video. I'm so excited about these new colours absolutely love this video .I can't think of a product that you've made that I haven't loved. I never thought about the childproof caps because I live in Canada. I've never found them hard to open. I didn't even know they were childproof, is that a new thing as I've had my alcohol inks for quite a while i'm definitely getting that shaker. And these new colours and I absolutely love the smudge. 😊 Thanks so much. And you know you're one of the reasons why I got into crafting because you said I could do me it didn't have to be perfect and I love that. Because being a little bit of OCD, I thought everything had to be perfect and your videos help me to see it doesn't. Everyone that knows me knows how much I love your stuff. Just want to say thank you once again.

[@arlenepowders4989]

Just finished the rewatch…..such beauty….thank you, Tim and Mario❤️❤️

[@janinemccartney9664]

I love the Smudge color😎great call all the way around to add it to this release 🙌 thank you to all involved

[@cynthusp8119]

SO informative, but creative and fun. Love this!

[@RLewis-vc4zp]

I’m pretty new to alcohol inks. I thank you for the in-depth explanations and how to’s. I can’t wait to go play!

[@corrine_djm1769]

This was amazing. I watched the whole tutorial. Couldn’t stop I was learning so much. Thank you Tim

[@texasdragonfly4129]

You really give me inspiration. Thank you

[@accidental_glitterbombs]

"Don't be all Judgey McJudge" -- best line of the whole live. 😂

[@khcrowley]

Thanks Tim & Mario! This was an amazingly inspirational Live! I learned so much. You are appreciated.

[@Designsbyizzi]

So much fun. I love alcohol inks.My favorite use is on Christmas ornaments. Comes out great. Thank you everyone involved. We appreciate you a lot. ❤

[@bdbear10]

I'm happy to see what works to blend the pearls. I've always used them almost as an accent, splattering them on top of other backgrounds, and I think they look beautiful like that, esp. on black craft plastic. But I have had that weird, separating effect, and never knew why. Thanks Tim!

[@lynetteyozzi8829]

Just watched the replay. Thank you, so much inspiration ❤

[@deniseknobloch9948]

I appreciate all the knowledge you passed on to us on this video. I take notes during your videos, & put with those products. That's me doing me. You are so inspirational! ❤

[@shawnacrafts]

So informational. Thank you for explaining everything and how it all works.❤

[@cristjackie4]

Thank you, thank you, thank you🥳 I enjoy your demos more than I can express. You blow my mind🤯 All your information, gives me so much inspiration. Much gratitude, doll☮️

[@barbarahaviland9138]

Thank you Tim. Love all your products.

[@karendaley3184]

Wonderful demo, I love my alcohol inks! Thank you very much for the time stamps in your videos -- super helpful. ❤

[@reJOYCEful1]

Thank you, Tim, for the encouragement!!!! Can’t wait to PLAY.

[@katabasis9420]

Caught this live but rewatching again while I play with my alcohol inks ♥️ Thank you for this wonderfully informative live.😊

[@sherrydee]

Thank you so much for sharing the nail polish shaker gadget. I can actually trigger a headache by shaking bottles so this will be a game changer! I can now buy ALL the distress shakety shakes now!! Wahooo.

[@chrismcdonald5247]

So informative and just what I needed. Thank you so .much for all the info and doing this

[@roberthickey7986]

Tim is crazy clever

[@wenken24]

Thanks so much Tim I just bought 16 alcohol inks today can’t wait to play with them💕

[@michellewilson6137]

Thank you so much for this amazing demo! I am just getting started with Alcohol inks and building my collection. This demo was exactly what I needed

[@stylesformiles79]

So plan on walking through this video again and do all the things!!! Tim, worth every minute!!!

[@ilmariangefou6190]

Just brillant, and happy belated Birthday Mario!!! The hours fly no matter how long. If I can I turn the video on while I am doing something else or watch it in parts. Most grateful for the detail you provide on how to use the products. I have followed your career since you launched the Distress Inks. Lots of hard work. Congratulations and thanks for all the wonders you brought for us. 💖💖💖

[@annettereed6146]

I want to thank you for the many free demos that you do. I don't craft as much as I used to and it's so nice to be able to watch these as refreshers. Thanks for the tip on using the Crop-o-Dile to punch holes in the Yupo. I also have the Big Bite, so I'm going to have to try it.

[@dianedowdell6572]

Another enjoyable stream, thank you Tim and Mario

[@karenink]

Thanks so much, Tim, for a great demo. So much information! I was thinking that it was like a great class - for free! My new colors are ordered and I’m excited to get them in my hands.

[@KentuckyKrafter]

Amazing new colors, loved your demo. I keep forgetting all the techniques so nice refresher. That black is amazing. Gonna do some playing. Thanks again, Tim, Mario and Ranger.

[@annettes994]

Even though I don’t use alcohol inks very often I caught the replay just to watch your demo! Your love for what you’re doing shines through and no matter what kind of day I’m having I feel more positive and calm by the end. I ❤Halloween and am looking forward to seeing what the makers came up with. They always do great things!

[@susanmorris1007]

So interesting. I now understand the alcohol lift technique. Thank you.

[@thominaaugustinsson2685]

Love love love this ❤❤❤amazing things 😅🤗💖💖💖💖💖

[@vickiegraham5597]

Thank you for an incredible video❤

[@lynnlindsay6926]

Yay demo day ❤. Catching up on replay.

[@suziescrapbook3574]

I finished watching the whooooole video and had so much fun with you. I learned so so much. You are amazing! I won’t freak my freak but am ready to enjoy the process!!

[@cloverrabbit5622]

I've been waiting for you to do a long video on how to use alcohol inks. I've learn so many new things, especially with using the alcohol lift ink. I have a small collection of alcohol inks and plan to use more after watching this video. Thanks so much , you guys are the best!! 🥰

[@desireehouse]

What a great demo! Love all the new colors. So many possibilities ❤

[@carolewilliamson8344]

Totally awsome going thru the colour swatches -oooih always ma most dav thing on every product colour mode you create❤️❤️❤️lettuce oregano but the new 'grunge' wow 😲. 👏🏼👏🏽👏🏿👏🏽👏🏼👏🏽

[@wordscrafter]

Watched the outro and I've been planning my card drive makes. Kinda scared. Kinda excited. Already waiting on more sizzix sets I decided I needed, as well as some new vault items. Now, I'm all excited for even more new sets! It was a blah weekend. Thanks for making it great!

[@lori-annlinkins9382]

Thank-you so much for this awesome video!

[@Tona551]

Fabulous demo! I love my alcohol inks ❤

[@evelyngarlic6403]

First time watching you. Wow I learned so much

[@nancyaddison9349]

I love all the new colors!!

[@user-sd8it3gh2w]

I love these colors! You rock!!!

[@brooklynmidnightcrafter]

Thanks for the demo!!! I am glad Halloween is up next. So happy to see you and Mario.

[@suziescrapbook3574]

Thank you! I’ve got all the new colors! Can’t wait to play.

[@cherylsanders2753]

Fantastic video!!! I learned so much from this - just wish it had been around when I first started with AI about a year ago. I agree with you about the Pitch Black…it’s my fave! But I will be getting some Mushroom very soon. Thanks so much for sharing your immense knowledge!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@wendyloomes5728]

Replay from Aus hi guys excited to see these colours 🎉

[@MadAlchemistJenni]

Yes, I love the pipettes. As a laboratory scientist, I have an endless stash of them!

[@bcboop2686]

You were at a demo table in Arlington TX when I first saw you demo. You still have the same energy and enthusiasm that you did then, 30 some years ago. Fewer rings, though. Love ya.

[@erindunwell4767]

Smudge is my absolute favorite color ❤

[@raehenderson]

I just got my black today!!!! Missed the live cause I had an online Mixed Media class. So excited to go play! Thanks so much Mr. Holtz!!!! ❤

[@dottyearnhardt9600]

You are fantastic,thank you for sharing!

[@emilie2261]

Thank you for an awsome demo😊

[@MargaretYoung-t4i]

Love all new colors ❤❤

[@ozjan7927]

Wonderful darlin! ❤it all! 😊💚🇦🇺xxx

[@user-or6hp4ze2p]

Amazing info! Loved it!

[@vintagescrapgirl]

Love demo days!