Are you a pen snob? I actually really love writing with these gel pens! Some people are more of a G-2 type person!! Let me know in the comments!! Grab your pens here: amzn.to/3ip7TN8
This is great! I love the fact that the ads are gone and the time stamps are available. I have a bunch of pens drying on knitting needles and chopsticks at the moment, wish me luck!!
I was so excited for this tutorial! This pens are all over my Facebook from the numerous groups I'm in and I definitely want to try my hand at them. Definitely going to me taking the plunge soon into Crystalac ❤❤❤
I have a question about your very first comment in the video, stating to "test the pens as they may not last long due to the rubber coating", before I spend a lot of money on the supplies, what exactly do you mean, will they last and if so, how long? Thanks!! 😀
My spray paint always adheres to the rubber part with no issues. I love the way your pens look. Super cute! That pink you used first is gorgeous. Do you mind sharing where it’s from? Edit: I read your description and see where it’s from. What’s the name? 💜
The problem is that paint (spray or otherwise) is definitely not made to adhere to rubber so there may be some consequences there. People should just know that before they start selling that they're essentially gambling with the longevity! The pink is Rose Gold from Sass & Crafts!
This is so awesome and helpful!!! Do you sell these? How do the hold up? I love this bc I don’t have to messed with epoxy or anything like that. Edit: can I use mod podge instead of brite glue or can I do both? But use mod podge as a final base covering?
I dont recommend mod podge under crystalac products. I used their glitter glue: thecrystalacstore.com/products/crystalac-glitter-glue?_pos=1&_sid=394ae612c&_ss=r&&sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
I didn’t recall and couldn’t catch if or when you said how long you let the pink spray painted pens dry Before you started applying glitter to them. How long should they dry after they’re spray painted?
@@AlisonCrafts thank you! One more question, how do you get the heart at the end of the font? I purchased the font & I use Cricut design space on my iPhone.
For the Brite Tone, it's safe to apply with my fingers? Just wash them after? Wasn't sure if I needed to wear gloves or apply with a paint brush. I've seen both ways, with bare hand and with tool. Just wanted to make sure it was safe to touch skin. Thanks! Great video!
So do you put the brite tone on then wait four hours then do another coat? So a total of 12 hours for just the first 4 coats? Then sand then start again with coats of brite tone?
Hey! I've got some BT and the pens in. What other option would I have for sealing the glitter if I don't have glitter glue? I'm switching from epoxy and haven't used BT yet. Ty for the tutorial!
I'm guessing the samw way you would normally seal your glitter. Mod podge or a spray sealer. I know with the spray you'll have to wait 24 hours for it to gas off.
You can use E6000 Pump spray! Or you can just skip the sealing and go to BT. but I think using the E6000 helps cut down on the number of layers you need total. If you use clear spray paint or whatever clear spray sealer you have to let it dry 48 hours. but you can use that too!
I’m just curious, and I apologize if this has already been asked...but what is the purpose of painting the pen 1st if ultimately the only thing visible is the glitter? Like I just don’t understand that step when the paint isn’t visable.
Okay there are a few things. 1) You get better coverage if your base coat matches your glitter. 2) Nothing is designed to stick to rubber - so these are already sort of a risk to make. I wanted to set myself up for the best outcome possible so I used a primer with stronger bonding agents in hopes they last longer :)
With a basic fine glitter that is sealed and flattened with glitter glue i am usually smooth at about 6 - 8. Then add decal and a few more coats! It really depends on the style, skill level, and type of glitter.
I used Universal white mixed with the crystaLac pigments for the base and i used spray paint. Here is a link to the pigments: thecrystalacstore.com/collections/craftnique-products-all/products/craftnique-color-boutique-concentrated-pigment-kits-8-colors?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
Spray paint or Universal White thecrystalacstore.com/products/universal-white-diy-tintable-paint-base-primer-top-coat-all-in-one?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
spray paint or the universal white with pigments! thecrystalacstore.com/products/universal-white-diy-tintable-paint-base-primer-top-coat-all-in-one?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
Brite Tone is a non-toxic non-yellowing sealer that i use to seal my pens, acrylic blanks, and tumblers! This video may help: th-cam.com/video/BfheX8XCTME/w-d-xo.html
Not on a pen but i will be doing one today! I can keep you posted...the process would be the exact same. You'll just want to make sure your chunky glitter is laying flat!
Spray Paint or Universal white from crystalac thecrystalacstore.com/products/universal-white-diy-tintable-paint-base-primer-top-coat-all-in-one?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
Are you a pen snob? I actually really love writing with these gel pens! Some people are more of a G-2 type person!! Let me know in the comments!! Grab your pens here: amzn.to/3ip7TN8
I'm a pen snob. I prefer G2, blue ink, .07 mm to be exact🤣🤣
I'm a pen snob also. I love G-2 in 07 black.
😂😂😂
These are my favorite - way better than G2!
PS, and I’m a pen snob too!
I love that you did not have to put it on the turner! Thank you for this great tutorial.
yes, so easy!
This is such a great video! I super appreciate that you took your time for us. I can’t wait to begin.
This is great! I love the fact that the ads are gone and the time stamps are available. I have a bunch of pens drying on knitting needles and chopsticks at the moment, wish me luck!!
you got this!!
I was so excited for this tutorial! This pens are all over my Facebook from the numerous groups I'm in and I definitely want to try my hand at them. Definitely going to me taking the plunge soon into Crystalac ❤❤❤
yay! They're pretty fun to make!!
I have a question about your very first comment in the video, stating to "test the pens as they may not last long due to the rubber coating", before I spend a lot of money on the supplies, what exactly do you mean, will they last and if so, how long? Thanks!! 😀
You're a life saver, I had forgot how to re assemble them! Thank you so much!
Yours was the beat I have seen so far
Thank You
So pretty, love them 💖💖💖💖
Thank you
@@AlisonCrafts 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Love it but holy smokes... what a process.
Agreed!!
I love these, what type of printer do you have to make your names?
Can you just use brute tone to put the glitter on or do you recommend getting the glitter glue?
I just came across this video. I'm wanting to try my hand at making these pens. What's your best advice for a beginner?
Instead of using brite tone, can you use expoxy resin to give the pen that extra shine?
My spray paint always adheres to the rubber part with no issues. I love the way your pens look. Super cute! That pink you used first is gorgeous. Do you mind sharing where it’s from?
Edit: I read your description and see where it’s from. What’s the name? 💜
The problem is that paint (spray or otherwise) is definitely not made to adhere to rubber so there may be some consequences there. People should just know that before they start selling that they're essentially gambling with the longevity! The pink is Rose Gold from Sass & Crafts!
Thank you!! ☺️
This is so awesome and helpful!!! Do you sell these? How do the hold up? I love this bc I don’t have to messed with epoxy or anything like that. Edit: can I use mod podge instead of brite glue or can I do both? But use mod podge as a final base covering?
I do sell them and use them myself! they hold up great. I honestly wouldn't use mod podge - just not a great adhesive
Saludos q utilizas para q quede brillante como si fuera resina?😢
Can I use acrylic paint instead of universal white? I don't have the budget for that right now.
I have a question unrelated to this video but not really if u do glitter rolling trays can u do this on possess on them there the metal ones 🤔
what font and size do you use?
Just seeing this video! Love love 😍 it! So happy to see we can do this with out a turner!
How did they last??
Holding up perfectly!
Hi! Can you start with the flipn awesome paints instead of the uw as a base? Thanks! Love your simple, but super helpful videos. 👌
yep!
After adding decal and then brite tone .... how do you know your done? Will you not really feel the decal anymore?
I love this! Keep it up
Hi what paint did you use? I like this better than using the spray?
Hi,,, beautiful pens 😍 I have the same question. What type of paint you use ?
What other pen brands are good since the rubber may be iffy? I like to write with Pentel RSVP and zebra pens.
Hi Alison, could you use the 400 grit paper all throughout, why the 200 in beginning? Thank you for this awesome video!
400 isn't really enough to prep and since these are rubber, you really want to get them good and sanded!
These look awesome! But am I understanding correctly that start to finish is 20+ hours with all the drying time?
It takes me about a week to make a pen. Hands on time about 10 minutes total
Can i use poster paint rather than spray paint?
Can you use modpodge to seal? Which glitter glue did you use?
Ready to try this
I dont recommend mod podge under crystalac products. I used their glitter glue: thecrystalacstore.com/products/crystalac-glitter-glue?_pos=1&_sid=394ae612c&_ss=r&&sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
@@AlisonCrafts thank you
can this method work for bling diamond pens too?
I didn’t recall and couldn’t catch if or when you said how long you let the pink spray painted pens dry Before you started applying glitter to them. How long should they dry after they’re spray painted?
48 hours after spray paint before any crystalac products!
Your pens are awesome. Could I ask what brite tone is? Thanks for sharing
Thank you! Brite Tone is a non-toxic & non-yellowing polyurethane i use on my pens, blanks, and tumblers!
This video series may help: th-cam.com/video/BfheX8XCTME/w-d-xo.html
Thank you
Thank you for video. You did a good job.
thank you!
Can you use a hair dryer to make the coats dry faster? Or is that something to avoid? I love the video! 😊
No heat, just have to wait the dry time!
@@AlisonCrafts thank you! One more question, how do you get the heart at the end of the font? I purchased the font & I use Cricut design space on my iPhone.
What's brand and where I can get the base color paint?
Thank you so much for making this video.. 🥰🥰
You're Welcome! Thanks for watching :)
For the Brite Tone, it's safe to apply with my fingers? Just wash them after? Wasn't sure if I needed to wear gloves or apply with a paint brush. I've seen both ways, with bare hand and with tool. Just wanted to make sure it was safe to touch skin. Thanks! Great video!
It is safe to use your bare fingers! You can use a brush though if you prefer :)
@@AlisonCrafts where do you buy brite tone in a squeeze bottle?
How long does it take for the pen to fully cure after the final layer?
You can use it after it dries a few days
So do you put the brite tone on then wait four hours then do another coat? So a total of 12 hours for just the first 4 coats? Then sand then start again with coats of brite tone?
each coat of brite tone needs to dry 4 hours before reapplying another coat
I think I prefer the brite tone pens bc the epoxy ones tend to be so thick
I agree! Much slimmer with brite tone!
is acrylic paint okay?
Is it necessary to remove the clip? or can we leave the clip on and glitter it as well?
You run the risk of it getting stuck
Hey! I've got some BT and the pens in. What other option would I have for sealing the glitter if I don't have glitter glue? I'm switching from epoxy and haven't used BT yet. Ty for the tutorial!
I'm guessing the samw way you would normally seal your glitter. Mod podge or a spray sealer. I know with the spray you'll have to wait 24 hours for it to gas off.
@@DarkAngel562415 awesome! I didn't know you could do the spray sealers or MP with crystalac. Thanks
@@juliethompson6394 yep! You should join their Facebook group. There's a lot of helpful tips there
You can use E6000 Pump spray! Or you can just skip the sealing and go to BT. but I think using the E6000 helps cut down on the number of layers you need total. If you use clear spray paint or whatever clear spray sealer you have to let it dry 48 hours. but you can use that too!
@@AlisonCrafts thank you!!
Can you use anything else besides britetone? Like maybe uv resin or something
I don't use UV resin because it's toxic and gets super yellow but you could if you want
Hello after the glitter you mention sealing it with the glitter glue
What if you don’t have the glitter glue what can I seal it with ? Please
You can use e6000 pump spray! th-cam.com/video/RnxM8vUnSc4/w-d-xo.html
@@AlisonCrafts thank you
I’m just curious, and I apologize if this has already been asked...but what is the purpose of painting the pen 1st if ultimately the only thing visible is the glitter? Like I just don’t understand that step when the paint isn’t visable.
Okay there are a few things. 1) You get better coverage if your base coat matches your glitter. 2) Nothing is designed to stick to rubber - so these are already sort of a risk to make. I wanted to set myself up for the best outcome possible so I used a primer with stronger bonding agents in hopes they last longer :)
The glitter can allow the base to show through some.
I have a Cricut, would the size of the vinyl be the same as it would be on the silhouette??
yes as long as the pen is the same size
Allison, did you gas off for 48 hrs with the spray paint?
Yes!!
how many times on average do you think a person has to apply the BT coats and sand to get a smooth finish
With a basic fine glitter that is sealed and flattened with glitter glue i am usually smooth at about 6 - 8. Then add decal and a few more coats! It really depends on the style, skill level, and type of glitter.
Do you use a mask when sanding?
Yes. Just a basic particle mask.
@@AlisonCrafts can you share what type? I got some Niosh N95 masks. Would those work?
What exactly is the base coat? And what did you use for the pigments?
I used Universal white mixed with the crystaLac pigments for the base and i used spray paint. Here is a link to the pigments: thecrystalacstore.com/collections/craftnique-products-all/products/craftnique-color-boutique-concentrated-pigment-kits-8-colors?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
@@AlisonCrafts oh thank you! Lol I felt silly asking but I was confused
Whats the shortcut for the heart at the end of the font.....and what length do you make your names for these?
What program are you using? I make the name 0.5 inches tall
How long do you let the spray paint dry for?
48 hours!
Can you use any pen, or would you only use those?
any pen will do! I would use something that can be refilled though...i wouldn't want to waste my time on something i can't find a refill for!
can you use polyacrylic instead of brite tone?
I don't recommend polyacrylic because it's super low quality and will yellow over time!
I downloaded the font can you tell me how they got the heart and long tail?
what program are you using? they're called glyphs but where you find them is different depending on the program you use
Alison I figured it out on font cloud. Thank you
How long does the entire process take?
Depends on your personal schedule and ability to work on your stuff. Takes me about 7 days
What is brite tone plz
What kind of base coat do you use ?
Spray paint or Universal White thecrystalacstore.com/products/universal-white-diy-tintable-paint-base-primer-top-coat-all-in-one?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
What kind of paint do you use?
spray paint or the universal white with pigments! thecrystalacstore.com/products/universal-white-diy-tintable-paint-base-primer-top-coat-all-in-one?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
How can you make the name labels if you don't have a Cricut machine? Tia.
You can use waterslide paper if you have a printer!
So you don't need to put glitter pens on a turner correct?
correct!
The site for the bt says closed?? Haven't ever use but so just wondering what it is
They're closed for inventory. They'll be open again monday morning!
How did you get the heart in the font? I looked in character map for this font and I cannot figure it out.
what program are you using?
@@AlisonCrafts Hi I just downloaded the font and don't know how to get the heart. Using Cricut desgin space. Thanks!
Thank you for the tutorial!! Just wondering could you use acrylic paint with bt?
It doesn't have any bonding agents so I wouldn't use it as a base.
@@AlisonCrafts I didn’t think it would work just wanted to make sure. Thank you!
What is bright tone
Brite Tone is a non-toxic non-yellowing sealer that i use to seal my pens, acrylic blanks, and tumblers! This video may help: th-cam.com/video/BfheX8XCTME/w-d-xo.html
Do you mind Sharing the font and Dimensions you used?
I think it was .4 inches tall and the font is Pinky Latte: www.creativefabrica.com/product/pinky-latte/ref/455608/
What was the height of your fonts and the length
height of about .5 inches!
@@AlisonCrafts THANK YOU. I really enjoy your video
What would you use if you don’t have glitter glue?
Brite tone!
Can I use mod podge?
You can use mod podge to apply your glitter! If you use mod podge on top , the glitter will lose some shine.
@@AlisonCrafts thank you 😊
What if I don’t have a turner
They can hang dry!
I tried and I failed lol I’m gonna watch this and try again 😂
oh no!! how did it fail?? maybe i can help!
@@AlisonCrafts it felt like it never dried but after watching your video I think I let the glitter glue only dry for 1 hour and not 2 🤔🤔
About how long does has the pen lasted for you since it is made with rubber?
Mine are holding up so far! Use it daily. Been almost 2 months!
Alison, are these still holding up? I’m planning to try to make some very soon for Christmas gifts.
Man, I want to make some but my adhd tells me that this is too many steps 😩
Can I ask why such a long drying time between layers, Thin layers of BT should be dry in under 30 min.
Brite tone dries from the top down, so while it may be dry to the touch in an hour, it is not completely dry for 4 hours.
I take the clip off by just twisting it off. Didn’t need any tools. Just so everyone knows ;)
Good to know! I didn't even try without LOL
@@AlisonCrafts yea I tried it without the tool and bingo it worked
Have you tried chunky glitter yet?
Not on a pen but i will be doing one today! I can keep you posted...the process would be the exact same. You'll just want to make sure your chunky glitter is laying flat!
@@AlisonCrafts I'd like to see a chunky glitter one too. Great Tutorial.
I just saw a girl on TikTok selling one pen for $8
I sell mine for $10 - 12 :)
What base coat are you using?
Spray Paint or Universal white from crystalac thecrystalacstore.com/products/universal-white-diy-tintable-paint-base-primer-top-coat-all-in-one?sca_ref=301559.RjXXsfrXmN
what is the ratio for the epoxy?thank you
Depends on the epoxy you use. I use crystalac products so there is no mixing