tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post2064414705617854620..comments2024-02-22T03:49:17.894-06:00Comments on Sarah Jane's Craft Blog: Alcohol Ink Glass GemsSarah Janehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-33434398095982138622021-10-24T22:28:14.438-05:002021-10-24T22:28:14.438-05:00I usually stamp onto the gems, but they wobble aro...I usually stamp onto the gems, but they wobble around. You could totally try it the other way, too. Just make sure to work in a well-ventilated room!Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-22026044034509199272021-10-19T14:54:08.833-05:002021-10-19T14:54:08.833-05:00I work for a senior activity center and these woul...I work for a senior activity center and these would be fun to make. Question in regards to stamping, do you place the clear backside of the gem down into the felt applicator OR do you place the felt applicator on top the the gem ( that is face down on the table) and stamp that way? Thank you!Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11860049275419994626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-45825315427072406462019-08-13T10:17:13.546-05:002019-08-13T10:17:13.546-05:00Sealing glass is tricky. I usually opt for mod pod...Sealing glass is tricky. I usually opt for mod podge or backing the gems with foil tape these days.Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-66371820994575553272019-08-12T13:18:10.493-05:002019-08-12T13:18:10.493-05:00I say Mod Podge if you are doing anything else wil...I say Mod Podge if you are doing anything else will leave scratch marks. Be ware. dihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15155830526464486218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-78523983828701589042019-04-28T23:06:04.004-05:002019-04-28T23:06:04.004-05:00Yep, it will leave a bit of a texture which might ...Yep, it will leave a bit of a texture which might be unsightly on any projects where the mod podge is the finish you see, but since it's on the back of the gems, it's not usually noticeable from the front of the gem (which I do not seal since it doesn't have any ink on it). But yes, softer brushes can help minimize that texture a bit.Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-65514160810373468742019-04-28T23:02:28.774-05:002019-04-28T23:02:28.774-05:00That sounds like a neat approach. I've tried b...That sounds like a neat approach. I've tried backing the glass gems with both tinfoil and with aluminum foil tape (which works great), but I've never tried inking the paper or foil instead of the gem. I'll have to add it to my "try it out" list!Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-79228988174646143642019-04-04T11:47:55.477-05:002019-04-04T11:47:55.477-05:00I've had great success with adding the alcohol...I've had great success with adding the alcohol ink to a foil paper, let dry and cut out to glue into a pendant tray with a cabochon. Looks beautiful, lots of compliments too!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05812515074961461069noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-62292009786578909212019-04-04T11:46:10.782-05:002019-04-04T11:46:10.782-05:00I have tried using a foam brush and mod podge to s...I have tried using a foam brush and mod podge to seal alcohol ink on glass (and ceramic tile) and the foam brush, even when used lightly, smears the ink. I prefer a soft bristle brush for this reason.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05812515074961461069noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-25286382580111158302018-12-22T13:11:46.520-06:002018-12-22T13:11:46.520-06:00The lighter colors totally work--but they are more...The lighter colors totally work--but they are more transparent. You might need to back the marble/glass gem with something (I've had luck with aluminum foil tape--but I'm not sure that's the look you're going for). I usually just buy extra glass gems (they can be found cheap) and sort out all the ones with big blemishes like cracks and seams. But a little blemish often adds character.Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-59425490939561940152018-12-17T20:33:18.844-06:002018-12-17T20:33:18.844-06:00I'm wondering if these would work with lighter...I'm wondering if these would work with lighter colors of pink, orange and yellow. I have a peach colored opal that is a pendant and I've been searching for some matches to where with it for like half my life. I was hoping you could answer before I invest. Totally awesome and love the way they turned out. Is there anyway you can get some of the blemishes off the larger gems. D.S. ones seem to be covered, are they all like that to an extent?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15693096883650830052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-19487436161138572862018-10-12T19:17:37.137-05:002018-10-12T19:17:37.137-05:00I stamped repeatedly. The ink will get a bit tacki...I stamped repeatedly. The ink will get a bit tackier as it dries. Also some colors of ink are more saturated and just show up better than others.Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-53700342350849900272018-10-12T19:12:29.206-05:002018-10-12T19:12:29.206-05:00I tried making some with the applicator method and...I tried making some with the applicator method and it did not work well. I had better luck with just putting the inks on the back and letting them mix. Did you do anything to help them to stick to the back of the glass?Brenda Kuderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150412761887774356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-20356026673377992302018-09-08T10:43:37.626-05:002018-09-08T10:43:37.626-05:00That sounds like a great idea! Thanks for the tip!...That sounds like a great idea! Thanks for the tip!Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-50328994809047939302018-09-08T10:43:17.568-05:002018-09-08T10:43:17.568-05:00I bought mine on Amazon but anywhere that sells je...I bought mine on Amazon but anywhere that sells jewelry making supplies usually has them.Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-77596313549593654992018-07-07T21:16:35.896-05:002018-07-07T21:16:35.896-05:00I backed mine with silver nail polish that I got f...I backed mine with silver nail polish that I got for the Dollar Store and they turned out beautifully. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03700851699371298316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-72391304104098005782018-07-01T09:48:57.054-05:002018-07-01T09:48:57.054-05:00Where are the flat bails available? Where are the flat bails available? Grandma Parsonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05066876157062833637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-73977128752843286912018-03-11T10:05:20.456-05:002018-03-11T10:05:20.456-05:00Thanks!Thanks!Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-34593151977933213842018-03-11T09:48:32.216-05:002018-03-11T09:48:32.216-05:00Great tutorial! These are beautiful! TFS xxxGreat tutorial! These are beautiful! TFS xxxJeanie Ellis - Scrapbookingmamawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01793864110675355633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-15487860097473336532018-02-10T09:31:22.643-06:002018-02-10T09:31:22.643-06:00The colors may show up differently, so it may take...The colors may show up differently, so it may take some trial and error....but I don't see why it wouldn't work. You've got me curious now, I may just try it myself. :)Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-62865486224013571372018-02-07T23:17:22.887-06:002018-02-07T23:17:22.887-06:00Can you use the technique on different colored sto...Can you use the technique on different colored stones? I have a ton of them!daddyspethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10072784495758254500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-13599604921103866612017-11-14T22:36:01.283-06:002017-11-14T22:36:01.283-06:00Nope, I usually don't thin the ink with blendi...Nope, I usually don't thin the ink with blending solution or with rubbing alcohol when I make these. I also will stamp until the ink starts to get a bit drier (stickier might be a better way to describe it) so that it separates a bit more.Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-43122908680237144282017-11-12T14:11:36.844-06:002017-11-12T14:11:36.844-06:00For sealing glass, I use the diswasher safe mod po...For sealing glass, I use the diswasher safe mod podge, however still always handwash the hand painted items. Apply using a very soft, smooth brush. I prefer a flat or slight angle and tapered. Acrylic is fine. Martha stewart also makes a version of the product that seems to come out just a bit smoother.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04828552293712608798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-832826100934503752017-11-10T20:12:56.026-06:002017-11-10T20:12:56.026-06:00Sarah Jane, they are beautiful and it is so kind a...Sarah Jane, they are beautiful and it is so kind and generous of you to share your technique with us! I can't wait to try them myself. I do have a question--did you use the blending solution? I'm thinking you did not because when I've used the blending solution, it makes the colors look like watercolors and yours look much better than that, much more intense; they remind me of opals. <br /><br />Thank you so much!BarbFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08133804332553920807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-75372574338993760302017-01-14T23:19:32.630-06:002017-01-14T23:19:32.630-06:00I made my own alcohol inks with sharpie cartridges...I made my own alcohol inks with sharpie cartridges diluted in a small bottle of alcohol. They work well, but still cost a fair amount... I used 3 packs if 8 sharpie colors (just didn't use the black or brown) and they came out really intense. I am just beginning to experiment and bought some gems after seeing your blog. Maybe i will take the time to try it tomorrow! (Btw I go the Ranger starter kit, but haven't tried that one yet).Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01204688601254806126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6277117531358513857.post-87880142862965355562017-01-10T10:24:00.760-06:002017-01-10T10:24:00.760-06:00Thanks! I hope yours turn out great!Thanks! I hope yours turn out great!Sarah Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030073709435376851noreply@blogger.com