Dos & Don'ts for Using a Colorless Blender Marker

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  • Today I am going to demonstrate the different ways you can use a clear (colorless) blender marker.
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  • @thoughtfulwatcher
    @thoughtfulwatcher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +275

    This is perfect timing. I've literally just gotten into alcohol markers and bought all the Ohuhu sets. When I went in, I went in all the way. This is incredibly helpful.

  • @bevegrif
    @bevegrif 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    I never would have thought to prime the surface first. What a great idea!

    • @420catboi
      @420catboi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was my first time using these markers and I tried to blend the colours directly, and it didn't turn out so well. Glad I finally figured out that priming the paper worked better 😂

  • @huskytail
    @huskytail 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Who else gets all happy when he sees a video from Lindsay? 😁 I am with my coffee and ready to enjoy

  • @violetflock
    @violetflock หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    woah, honestly the primer technique and palette blending technique are officially my favorite techniques for blending, thank you so much for this video!

  • @craftergin
    @craftergin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Thank you! I'd love to see a video using water based blender markers too. I have the Tombow and I can't figure out the point of the blender marker!

    • @wrenbayley
      @wrenbayley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I wonder if you could use a paint brush with water and get the same effect as the blender does here? Maybe even a fillable brush. It would be a fun experiment to try. I’ve used my alcohol blender over my water based tombows while the marker is still wet and it seems to work much the same as with my alcohol markers. But water would be more economical, if it works.

    • @lisap.7981
      @lisap.7981 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I really enjoyed this video! And I learned sooo much about using my colorless blender alcohol marker properly!!! This has been very helpful!!! BUT I haven’t been able to figure out the point of the blender marker using my Tombow markers. So another tutorial video would be great to watch regarding how to use my water based blender markers properly!!!

  • @shadowguard3578
    @shadowguard3578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    When I first got into alcohol markers and I bought a three pack of Art n Fly colorless blenders, I tried blending alcohol markers together, and lo and behold, it’s not for blending alcohol markers, haha! They are useful for pushing alcohol ink around the paper, and producing certain effects with the ink.
    EDIT
    Lindsay the way you blended the yellow and orange using the colorless blender as a base was genius. I would never have thought to do that!

    • @stacyl6012
      @stacyl6012 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What a great video!! Thank you!!

  • @LakerSlots
    @LakerSlots 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    This is a great tutorial. I only knew about 10% of what you demonstrated. I will be saving this to my playlist. Thank you

  • @georgesgentry5835
    @georgesgentry5835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Wow Lindsay, I've never seen these tips. Thanks so much for your demo and explanation.

  • @wrenbayley
    @wrenbayley 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    THANK YOU so much for this Lindsay! I just tried alcohol markers a few days ago and told my husband it’s the first medium I’ve found that wasn’t for me. I didn’t have fun with it. I was making some of the mistakes you mentioned. Now I’m ready to try again.

  • @deborahduvall1202
    @deborahduvall1202 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are fabulous!!!

  • @marilynbelmont7889
    @marilynbelmont7889 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have been avoiding watching your videos that aren't watercolor. Then I got wc pencil now I want markers. Love you and your family big air hug for Sara. Stay safe 😘

    • @OhJodi69
      @OhJodi69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      About two years ago I was looking for a refill for a ballpoint pen, somehow landed here, now have over 60 watercolors. Then I signed up for Lindsay's drawing class, and now have graphite and charcoal collection, with 64 pastels in the mail to me as we speak lol. And I hadn't done anything arty since 8th grade, and that was forced on me lol

  • @MariaDeesy
    @MariaDeesy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I really needed this! I was gifted a full set of copics and was a bit intimidated. This video has given me new found confidence. That’s what I love about you Lindsay! 🙏🏻❤️

  • @missbeaussie
    @missbeaussie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That palette blending worked surprisingly well. I'm impressed. The erasing tip!

  • @theresesprinkle2103
    @theresesprinkle2103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for taking the time to show us the right and wrong way to use these blenders. I don't have any of these.

  • @laurenagnes8435
    @laurenagnes8435 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    😃WOW!!!! Now I know what to do with that colorless blender thing that used to take up space!!!!!

  • @MelanCholy2001
    @MelanCholy2001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    7:15 *Ohhhhh!* I just never used mine. It was covid gift for STILL-furloughed unemployed me. I didn't wanna mess it up! Thank you for this whole video! (I used some of those brush markers for decent-enough calligraphy! But no blending or anything. I don't understand the marker thing. Yet.) ❤️️

  • @lynncooper1781
    @lynncooper1781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "Colorful markers are a way to Express your deepest colors you love"-Lynn.
    Another great video Lindsay,love the rich colors🎨❤🌹👍🏻

  • @somerandomartisthere
    @somerandomartisthere ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU. This really helped me learn how to use them better! I’ll say this again, thank you very much!

  • @incognito_tato
    @incognito_tato 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The palette blending just... Blew my mind

  • @starryeyedluna
    @starryeyedluna 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I know Im like 2 years late but I just wanted to thank you for posting this. Im new to colouring so I never understood how to get the blending effect traditionally instead of digitally. I just cant afford a drawing tablet ( am saving up for one ) but I dont want to lose what I have learned through traditional art. This definitely makes sense now. Thank you so much for keeping this up!

  • @gailrodgers3079
    @gailrodgers3079 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for a truly riveting video ! Blender markers have Been a mystery!

  • @sfzaki
    @sfzaki 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Like you Lindsay a lot and enjoy your videos. Thank you for the effort you put into the videos.

  • @MrsBeasleys1111
    @MrsBeasleys1111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great information, Thank you! ❤️

  • @MuttonChops24
    @MuttonChops24 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Using the palette method and picking up the ink into the blender is freaking GENIUS!! It makes the absolute smoothest gradients

  • @catherinescorner716
    @catherinescorner716 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    This was great! I’d love to see how to use the water based blender markers. I got a few sets of Tombow dual brush pens, so now I have all these blenders and no use for them.

  • @K_rye
    @K_rye 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I'm someone who got a big pack of Sharpies and then gave up on alcohol markers because they just wouldn't blend well. The palette blending technique is awesome! The results are great. Much better than purchasing the entire 358 set of Copics.

    • @sectorgovernor
      @sectorgovernor ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Copics is very expensive. I also ordered Ohuhu, it looks good for that price

  • @oO5Dynasty
    @oO5Dynasty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow you jus made the best thing since sliced bread here. Ty sooooo much! 🍞

  • @susancottman9686
    @susancottman9686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thanks for another excellent video. I haven't used my alcohol markers much due to blending frustration (sounds like a medical condition).Anyway, this is very helpful and yes, please do a video on water-based marker blending.

  • @lizziedae91
    @lizziedae91 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes would love to see a video on colorless water based marker

  • @doralevitt2879
    @doralevitt2879 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's like doing wet on wet in watercolor! 😄🤗🧑‍🎨💖

  • @paulalister80
    @paulalister80 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for all these tips, the colourless blender reminds me a little of using clean water with water paints to bring out highlights. Very helpful thank you again.

  • @christicovington
    @christicovington 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really needed this! Thank you so much! 💓

  • @c8Lorraine1
    @c8Lorraine1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow ! Wow ! Wow !
    Thank you for sharing all your information from your years of experience .

  • @mli2094
    @mli2094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your tutorial is the first tutorial I completely listen to! I love that you take begginers in consideration.
    You explain very well, the information is detailed and I looooooved it! How to blend, lighten, how to do techniques and patterns.. I learned a lot without getting bored.
    Thank u so much! ♡

  • @MarionSmith9740
    @MarionSmith9740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best Tutorial ever!!

  • @wordscrafter
    @wordscrafter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently bought my first set of ohuhu markers (100 bullet) and went looking for some blending tips. (I have 2 other sets, one is really nice but limited.) I've used the colorless blender to erase and make patterns, but I didn't know about the blending to white!!!! Or the priming!!! You always have the best information!!!! Thanks so much for sharing this ❤❤❤!!

  • @chrischarles5189
    @chrischarles5189 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow I’m just 4minutes in this is a revelation always have trouble blending different colour/shades. Thanks so much for posting.🤠

  • @geriprior751
    @geriprior751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. Super helpful as I just bought some markers. Yes please to a video on watercolour markers.

  • @FaerieDust
    @FaerieDust 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is super interesting. Not at all my medium, but I always enjoy these videos anyway - I'm learning a ton about stuff I'd never even consider using, and more knowledge is always good 👍

  • @ArtBrain
    @ArtBrain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is a great video, reminds me that it was your alcohol marker videos that brought me to you! I love the textures. I found that texturing with lighter analogous pastels rather than the colorless blender is sometimes interesting too, like dark blue with pastel purple cross-hatching or whatever. I'm pretty sure that whatever I've done creatively with markers started in some way with your cool ideas. So thank you!

  • @thecolouringzone172
    @thecolouringzone172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Great demonstration! I’m a newbie with markers and look forward to trying these tips out. So happy to have found your channel. Thank you for sharing ☺️

  • @nadeaner.cowley513
    @nadeaner.cowley513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oooooo great video, lots of helpful tips. Thanks for sharing♥️

  • @eBookHoarder
    @eBookHoarder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have been watching several of those spice racks on Ebay for a while and today got one for $5 plus shipping. I plan to put all of my small sets in it. I keep my Prismacolor and Derwent pencils all together but have some small sets such as erasable and skintone. So excited. It matches the toilet topper I repurposed on its side to hold my alcohol markers.

  • @angelhelp
    @angelhelp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now I can fool around with my little stamped images in a more intelligent way! This is outstanding!

  • @michaelscott8896
    @michaelscott8896 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Your voice is nice, the instructions are quick and clear, and it works! You just showed me why I was having the problem I kept having. I didn’t understand why the light colors were bleaching out my darks. Because I was moving backwards. Thanxx a million

  • @MirandaBalogh
    @MirandaBalogh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an awesome video! I never knew you could use a colourless marker blender in so many ways. So thank you for sharing these tips with us!

  • @SilverSeaOT7
    @SilverSeaOT7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    After watching this I think I’ll give that Ohuhu set I got as a gift over a year ago another try. I tried them one time and was so discouraged I haven’t used them since. This is a must for newbies like me!

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Alcohol markers have the steepest learning curve of any medium I have tried so don't get discouraged. It takes practise

  • @2pause2
    @2pause2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video I have been having problem with trying use markers Thank you so much

  • @carolsoutar4719
    @carolsoutar4719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting, thanks Lindsay.

  • @sondrabrown442
    @sondrabrown442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’ve been frustrated with my markers, this is so helpful! Thanks Lindsay!

  • @ArtistJane
    @ArtistJane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for this Lindsay! I’ve still got plenty to learn with markers and this was very informative!

  • @karenreeves3958
    @karenreeves3958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all the great tips. I learned so much about blending markers from this.

  • @daphnecampbelljinnette6808
    @daphnecampbelljinnette6808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    SOOO valuable, Lindsay! Thank you so much. Your ability to teach is unsurpassed.💟

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thanks so much!

    • @beckyb4074
      @beckyb4074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, God blessed Lindsay with knack for teaching. Take care. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas

  • @hannah-tf8fi
    @hannah-tf8fi 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thanks lindsay, super helpful! I used to be a teacher and can tell you are an experienced instructor. wonderful pace and explainations.

  • @janmarch5039
    @janmarch5039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for this tutorial on the blender pen...I learned several new techniques!

  • @user-xh1lt4sj7c
    @user-xh1lt4sj7c 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome techniques. She makes it look so easy.

  • @rgrdesigns
    @rgrdesigns 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks! I've been coloring with alcohol markers a lot this winter & picked up some great tips today.

  • @susanadams4459
    @susanadams4459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for this video!! I have so much trouble blending with alcohol markers! I never seem to have all the right colors for a smooth blend & had no clue how to use the blender! I have learned so much from your video!

  • @debsmith7050
    @debsmith7050 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like to watch you color. Never knew about all this. Appreciate your sharing these techniques. Not knowing anything about markers I have always thought they use a lot of ink. I really do like the look of marker art. Maybe I'll try. Thanks

  • @dominoot2652
    @dominoot2652 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Before I had any idea what I was doing, I found out that I could make really neat clouds on a dark sky by “erasing” them out with the colorless blender. Looks really cool.

  • @beckyb4074
    @beckyb4074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Lindsay, I always appreciate your tips and tricks videos. I need all the help I can get. Definitely going into my likes folder. I've gotta be careful that I don't lose all of other videos of yours in my likes folder. Thanks for sharing. Take care. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas

  • @reppeplucw
    @reppeplucw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lindsay, this is one of THE most useful videos ever! Thank you so much. I had to share this with my sister (I rarely share videos) because of how awesome it is. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • @annalisamanderville1364
    @annalisamanderville1364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    O my gosh Lindsay, this video was so helpful! I have some sharpies and some other assorted alcohol markers, thank you for clearly explaining how to use them and the blender.

  • @deputydawgoneit
    @deputydawgoneit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am clumsy and I have found that if I really need to saturate an area it helps to line it with masking fluid. Just draw a fine line of the fluid just outside of the area, let it dry and that should really help with the color bleeding.

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It didn't year the cardstock?

    • @deputydawgoneit
      @deputydawgoneit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@thefrugalcrafter Depends. If it's good thick cardstock then it seems to do okay. And doing a really super thin layer of fluid as well.

  • @susanhammitt7080
    @susanhammitt7080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, as always some great information to put to use and improve techniques.

  • @boyjrr
    @boyjrr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is THE most helpful video on alcohol marker blending!! Thank you!
    And yes! Always happy to be able to watch Lindsey with my morning coffee!

  • @susancrosier5420
    @susancrosier5420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video. I learned a lot. Can't wait to try some of these techniques. You rock!!! Thank you 💕

  • @leannemitchem8865
    @leannemitchem8865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I learned so much Lindsay! Thank you for sharing.

  • @Caramel77788
    @Caramel77788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am learning. I felt i can do it. Love the way you explain and show me the process slowly. Others videos are too techs or skilled that i felt sooooo overwhelming because there is no way i get those results. Thanks Ms. Lindsay!

  • @Rhi_Rae
    @Rhi_Rae ปีที่แล้ว

    This was SO HELPFUL! Thank you so much for sharing your expertise!

  • @skh2579
    @skh2579 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such fantastic tips. I have always struggled with the colourless markers and shall give all of these tips ago. Thank you Lindsay

  • @Meatnyancat22Gaming
    @Meatnyancat22Gaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YOU CAN ERASE THE MARKERS??????????????! MIND BLOWN

  • @crystalfranklin2583
    @crystalfranklin2583 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips, Lindsay! Thanks for sharing.
    I discovered that sometimes you can use a colorless blender to "erase" or push back a lot of the color when your markers bleed out of the lines. (HA! Finishes watching the video after I wrote this comment and you actually covered that.)
    I remember using white crayons to "prime" for other colors as a kid. We figure things out, don't we?! 🙂
    Ooo, the palette blending is gorgeous and so smooth and even. You can't see any blend/transition lines at all and that's way better than tip-to-tip marker blends.
    These tips are total game changers and help make alcohol markers much more versatile. Thanks so much again!

  • @akanksharastogi_03
    @akanksharastogi_03 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved loved watching this video as there is so much information in there. Your videos are always packed with brilliant tips and tricks!!

  • @jessicachevchenko1496
    @jessicachevchenko1496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    woaaahh i learnt more from your video then my actual art teacher, you're legit the best teacher in the word!

  • @stanky6261973
    @stanky6261973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, Lindsay! I was having problems with my alcohol markers and I stopped using them. Now I have something new to practice. Great video! Tfs.

  • @TheOverlord99
    @TheOverlord99 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a perfect guide! Thank you so much!

  • @declanadams6689
    @declanadams6689 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pallet Blending - brilliant advice! Thanks! 😁

  • @felicitycrowe6971
    @felicitycrowe6971 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such an excellent tutorial!

  • @yurinaka99
    @yurinaka99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought the 216 set of Ohuhus so thank you very much for this thorough explanation!

  • @susanreinersuedahl
    @susanreinersuedahl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Lindsay. That was very thorough and informative.

  • @antnee5150
    @antnee5150 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow!! lots of good tips, thank you for the valuable information.

  • @Linda-qq5mg
    @Linda-qq5mg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These are wonderful examples! It would be so good to watch before getting into alcohol markers! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @Roadtaken-fi1cd
    @Roadtaken-fi1cd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was SO helpful! I’d love a video on water colorless blenders. Thanks Lindsay!

  • @aliprouse7761
    @aliprouse7761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh wow, thank you so much for sharing, some new tricks to try blending technique 4 specifically. I learn loads from you xxx

  • @coolartsybabe
    @coolartsybabe ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the wonderful demo! I just bought a couple small sets of 24 and a colorless blender. You’ve given me the information I need before even beginning. 😊

  • @l9685
    @l9685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow thank you for sharing this video I learnt so much about colorless blenders that I didn't know. I am excited to try it out now. I have been following and watching your video for few years now I have learnt so much from you, you have truly taken a lot of fears I had when it comes to art away. you make it seem so easy and it is once i give it a try.

  • @mwGoosman
    @mwGoosman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This video is one to watch when I’m using my alcohol marker...I don’t use them as much as my other craft supplies. Lindsey, thanks for this one! I keep forgetting 🙃

  • @MorbusVivacity
    @MorbusVivacity 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is satisfying and helpful

  • @flychk1229
    @flychk1229 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is very useful information! Thanks Lindsay! I will try my markers again 😊

  • @bentonvillefamily
    @bentonvillefamily ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is so helpful. Thank you so much!

  • @LauraMe...
    @LauraMe... 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Lindsey great demonstration!

  • @lisawise1199
    @lisawise1199 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so helpful! TY! Can’t wait to try these techniques.

  • @arteramgopal9723
    @arteramgopal9723 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tutorial! Watched with interest all the way to the end. Now I need to get a blender :)

  • @Janstroh1
    @Janstroh1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lindsay thank you so much for this !!!!!

  • @kayleek2365
    @kayleek2365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you soooo much I was afraid it wasn’t an easy answer when I saw how long the video was but actually watching all the way through was beyond helpful and was soooo surprised at all the ways to blend!!! Thank you soooo much!!!

  • @donnaturner8903
    @donnaturner8903 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a fantastic tutorial, thank you!

  • @Zoomfreaky
    @Zoomfreaky ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for these awesom tips. Have to grab my oldy markers now....:)

  • @kimberlywalker1015
    @kimberlywalker1015 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A great resource ...thank you so much... I also had trouble using the colorless blender.

  • @kcicinelli801
    @kcicinelli801 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic demonstration. So helpful. Thank you!