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  • You can make your own ink for pennies to revivie your dried up pigment and chalk inkpads. It's easy and fun. Watch the video to lean how and be sure to visit my blog thefrugalcrafte... Music credit (if music is present in video) Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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  • @tidus_1135
    @tidus_1135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is an amazing recipe! I didn’t have gouache so I used cheap acrylic paints that I had lying around. A small blob of paint, drop of glycerin and rubbing alcohol on a makeup sponge and it made the best homemade stamp ink. I’m not a frequent “stamper” so I could never justify buying too many colours. This recipe means I can have unlimited colour stamp inks. I don’t know how long it will last without drying up but since I don’t do it too often I can just make how much I need. Thank you so much.

  • @reeloak1058
    @reeloak1058 7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    In case you haven't tried; when you are making a darker green that looks almost grassy, use black instead of blue. Grass is a combination of yellow and black. Being an artist that loves paint as a medium, I found early in my career that nature reflects combinations of the surrounding area. The ground is usually a dark brown or black. Just a tip. Great info!

    • @izzyjones7108
      @izzyjones7108 ปีที่แล้ว

      That makes sense. I also love color(& realize this is super dated thread) except blue grass{altho I think it'd be blue+black+ a touch of green...)

  • @mariakellner2221
    @mariakellner2221 9 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Glycerine is also good for rubber around the car doors ,refrigerators,deep freezer,keeps it supple.

  • @xeniamckay4890
    @xeniamckay4890 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Watching you just makes me happy! I can tell you love art and helping others afford it! Thank you from a fan in Michigan who can't wait to see what you will teach next!

  • @candipill
    @candipill 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    TOTALLY WORKS - I just tried it! I didnt have Gum Arabic so I used a drop of white glue to give it more slip and glossiness. I also added a wee bit more Glycerine, because I scraped of the decomposing foam off an ancient ink pad, and I glued down a new piece of foam and so I wanted to soak the whole thing. Its totally embossable too - cos I tried that too - so so so stoked - you are a genius and I think I watched almost all your videos in one go~!

  • @designsofluid8308
    @designsofluid8308 8 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Really, really helpful video Linsday! I desperately wanted to make my own ink pads from existing art supplies rather than buying loads more, so I used your method on my DIY sponge stamp pad which I made from an old eyeshadow palette and some make-up sponges. I've linked to this video from my video, which shows me having fun making stamps and ink pads. Hope that's OK and I hope you enjoy seeing my DIY! Video is currently uploading so hopefully it will be up soon... Thanks again Lindsay, love all your videos!

  • @punkyscupcake
    @punkyscupcake 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a little different from what I tried in the past. I used a bowel and ended up with a pudding instead of ink because I had too much of each ingredient. Thank you so much for the demo. You've done it again!

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No it is not on its own but if you heat set it (with an iron on fabric or heat gun on paper) it will be much better and you might be able to watercolor over it or wash it then. You can always use embossing powder with it to make it waterproof too!

  • @jogrybsli
    @jogrybsli 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    another excellent video. Special for me, as I live on Bali,indonesia, there are no craftshops here which sell inkpad etc.
    Thanks this is a a great help

  • @CandiceGates-cc3rs
    @CandiceGates-cc3rs ปีที่แล้ว

    I learn so much watching you. Thanks.

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You can't really make pigment, you need to mine it (these are inorganic compounds from minerals such as iron) or you can buy powdered pigment from an art supplier, it is very expensive and in most cases quite toxic (colbolt, cadmium, lead) you will not save money doing this, most of the pigments in inkpads are synthetic, as are the pigments in the student grade (cheap!) gouache I recommend. If you decide to work with pigment powders take all safety precautions and wear a ventilator mask.

  • @annabelle-scott
    @annabelle-scott 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm amazed with how closely you matched the colors. It was really impressive.

  • @idahelfant9442
    @idahelfant9442 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are so knowledgeable! I learn a tremendous amount by watching your videos!! Thank you very much for making them!!! Don't ever stop. 💖

  • @jillkent6134
    @jillkent6134 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow such a good idea I’m glad I haven’t thrown away my dying ink pads !

  • @Mayflower11558
    @Mayflower11558 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for showing. Can't afford to buy a lot of stamp pads. Just bought a box of cheap paint and glycerin and now have more colors with diy pads. Love watching your tutorials xxx hugs from Europe

  • @claudettemiskell2763
    @claudettemiskell2763 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow LINDSY, here I am from the future, lol🚀👽 This couldn't be more timely as I have several pads that dried up/used up, and I just couldn't throw them away, and here you are. I have one type of pad though, Ancient Page, where there was a very tiny amount of ink, but the pad itself was rock hard, and when I poked at it, it just crumbled to pieces. I still have the other two pads, so I'm going to finish your video and see if an answer pops up. You never can tell.
    I just wish you'd pass along some of your energy!
    Blessings lovely lady❣

  • @abeerfatimah3062
    @abeerfatimah3062 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You know I love you, but now my husband loves you too with all your money saving techniques.

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Abeer Yaqoob great! Hopefully I won't talk you into something expensive LOL!

    • @nikkiminajj47
      @nikkiminajj47 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich We don't get that kind of paint in my country so I have an idea. Why don't I mix regular watercolor tubes of paint with melted pastels or crayons just to make the pigment more rich. and then if the pastel+watercolor gets dry in my ink pad i can add glycerin or use a blow dryer to heat it up a bit before i use it. (im not sure if ill get vegetable glycerine; will regular glycerine do?)

  • @christinetuhong7140
    @christinetuhong7140 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love DIYs. ...in crafting things .This one is really helpfu. ...Thank you for sharing

  • @henrycruiser
    @henrycruiser 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! Thanks for the info and for all your videos. I watch them over and over trying to absorb all the knowledge you share.

  • @lechat8736
    @lechat8736 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Lindsay . I just love clever people !!! Thank you so much :))

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the TC Stampmaker from Imagepac....If I had it to do over I would not have bought it, big learning curve and so much can go wrong:)

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    chalk ink is more matte looking and is quick drying. Omit the glycerin and add a few drops of water to make chalk ink:)

  • @tammyeaton4791
    @tammyeaton4791 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a GREAT TIP! I added this video to a NEW playlist:Crafting Hacks.

  • @porgiejones
    @porgiejones 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for taking the time to make this tutorial. I, like you, would be happy to buy refills if they were readily available (I found your video while searching for stamp reinker), but now I feel quite confident about mixing my own.
    I even considered experimenting with the pigment ink from my inkjet printer.

  • @cloverrabbit5622
    @cloverrabbit5622 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an oldie, I almost didn't recognize your voice ! I love watching your older videos too. 😁

  • @jelee5240
    @jelee5240 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for all your wonderful videos. All useful, but most of all for your lovely presentation and friendly, happy character.

  • @colbyr59
    @colbyr59 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sooo much!!! I have pads that have dried up but I just don't want to spring for the cost of the reinkers. This is sooo AWESOME!!!!!!!

  • @dialastamp2291
    @dialastamp2291 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well demonstrated video showing complete procedure of making pigment #inkpads of different color. Keep it up the good work.

  • @hazelkinvig-paul548
    @hazelkinvig-paul548 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks very much for the quick reply Lindsay. I will head on over there now. It sounds a bit like when I used to develop my own 35mm films years ago - before digital - I'd love to be able to make a few custom stamps of my own! Thanks for all your videos and help I look forward to each and every one! xx

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Hazel, I don't have any stampmaker videos, I've tried several times but the lights I need to use for my videos over expose my stamps. I do have some written tutorials on my blog tho, see the link in the video description and you can search "stampmaker" one you are there. Send me a message if you have trouble, there is a learning curve with that thing!

  • @sherryw-ponyluv-er2394
    @sherryw-ponyluv-er2394 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect timing. So helpful!

  • @jc4food
    @jc4food 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK you! This was 'chalk' FULL of information.

  • @eileenkenny7718
    @eileenkenny7718 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very useful... thanks to you and the person who requested it!

  • @lisaking-boyle2877
    @lisaking-boyle2877 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks! This looks so much easier, and probably cheaper. Blessings.

  • @mdempsey7128
    @mdempsey7128 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What makes glycerin so amazing is it’s a humectant. It draws moisture out of the air and traps it in, or beneath the glycerin. 🤗

  • @kckid68
    @kckid68 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are amazing!. I need to reink several pads and now have the knowledge to do this inexpensively~!

  • @LilyDuVeauLilysMix
    @LilyDuVeauLilysMix 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Lindsay, you are a great bundle of inspiration.

  • @aphatdj1
    @aphatdj1 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful wonderful wonderful..! As always my dear. Thank you for teaching us these money saving
    Tips. GBU.

  • @coreybartkuscole444
    @coreybartkuscole444 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for this! I can’t give up my Versacolor pads I love them, but the reinkers are so pricey! You saved me!💕💕💕

  • @candipill
    @candipill 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had experimented with gouache before but it was so experimental and didnt quite come out right - I am so glad that you shared this tut - I desperately need some tomato red pigment ink refill and none of the 3 craft stores here are carrying that colour this season - and I need some NOW so definitely going to try this - luckily bought tons of gouache the last time. Curious to see if I can get my hand on some gum arabic as well tthat you suggested in your marker refresher video! Thanks a bunch!

  • @robinsmith2537
    @robinsmith2537 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy watching your videos

  • @shahanaiftikhar2853
    @shahanaiftikhar2853 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous stuff

  • @msdenicast
    @msdenicast 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos, super easy and helpful! Thanks!

  • @lindadechow2212
    @lindadechow2212 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Lindsay, I found that my gouache paints keep just fine. I put them in a little palette and they do chunk up, but when I add water, they remix as they are watercolor. The glycerin shouldn't affect it's ability to remix. Just an fyi =)

  • @klcutler1
    @klcutler1 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really tickled to see this. I LOVE chalk ink pads. I use them all the time but some of them need re-inking. I'm an artist so I already have gouache in my studio.

  • @mctm1221
    @mctm1221 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    tfs great for seniors on limited income very grateful

  • @hazelkinvig-paul548
    @hazelkinvig-paul548 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you point me to any videos you have done about your stamp maker please? I really would like to have a go at making some of my own stamps, but do not have a clue where to start? Thanks in advance. I love your videos. xx

  • @nancykelly7851
    @nancykelly7851 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear Lindsay, you are such a wealth of information. Is there anything you don't do? I love u!

  • @suetownsend1932
    @suetownsend1932 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much, Lindsay. I'm looking forward to trying this!

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    it does not matter, you just want some in there to kill any bacteria that might be in the tap water, about 1/2 water and 1/2 rubbing alcohol.

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh it is easy, just put glycerin on your ink pad! You might need a drop or two of water especially if you live in dry areas but that's all there is to it!

  • @Chippyminton13
    @Chippyminton13 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the art/craft uses for glycerin. I bought a bottle last year when I made my sister a snow globe (it helps the snow fall slower) and haven't used it since, as I didn't know what else to use it for.

    • @Chippyminton13
      @Chippyminton13 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      And I've just noticed that you've done a video for glycerin 101 - better add it to my watch later list :)

  • @GodzHarleyGirlStudio
    @GodzHarleyGirlStudio 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE this! My inks are all dry. I was wandering in the crafting store and, boom, what did I see? Gouache Paint! Yay! I didn't find any vegetable glycerin but I'm on the right track. Thank you!!

    • @claudettemiskell2763
      @claudettemiskell2763 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      GodzHarleyGirl Studio-voice from the future-thats called synchronicity, something similar happened to me. I was doing a declutter and was broken hearted because some of the pads had used up or dried up, and no re-inkers. For some reason I wasn't ready to throw them out. A couple of days later I literally stumbled across this video. Just what I needed. I can't explain synchronicity very well, but it's sort of things being drawn together just as they are needed, or like attracting like, but that's not exactly it either. Best if you look it up.
      Blessings🙏❤️

    • @lindataylor863
      @lindataylor863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I ordered a 32 oz bottle of Vegetable Glycerin from Amazon for $12.79 and will be looking to buy smaller bottles for storage and such. I love watching Lindsay as I ALWAYS find interesting things on her site!!! Always a good use of my time...

    • @GodzHarleyGirlStudio
      @GodzHarleyGirlStudio 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lindataylor863 Thanks!! Hugz, Tree

  • @denaheck1506
    @denaheck1506 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video too

  • @Chevynut100
    @Chevynut100 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Homemade ink pads........who would have thunk it! Thanks for sharing!!! Kat

  • @MarianaMaxim
    @MarianaMaxim 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it!! I have like a dozen (or more) ink pads really, really, really dry.

  • @elkeartsandcrafts
    @elkeartsandcrafts 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Lindsay. I have a box of gouache that I hardly use, so they will be useful for this. I am saving thus ti favorites.x

  • @susanhamilton1822
    @susanhamilton1822 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    You answered me already! Wow! We don't have a Dollar Tree in this neck of the woods but we have Dollerama. They might have the little sponges you mentioned and I will check it out. I think Mr. Clean is pretty pricey. Soap container sounds like what I was after but couldn't think of anything. lol I really appreciate your answering so fast. Your da bomb. :)

  • @sherrieash9852
    @sherrieash9852 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video. Very helpful !

  • @scraphappy8953
    @scraphappy8953 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this tip and I going to do this to a few pads that I have.

  • @elisianeschulz7196
    @elisianeschulz7196 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hola, me gusto mucho esa idea, MUCHAS GRACIAS, I love it,

  • @joy-n-scrappin806
    @joy-n-scrappin806 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou, Lindsay.. I finally, found a place to purchase it, at- Sprouts- in Santee, Ca. And, it works GREAT! Love it! And, Thankyou, Lindsay, for getting back to me, so quickly..... Take Care.. Love, your videos.. What is next?

  • @phillipstroll7385
    @phillipstroll7385 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips

  • @ibkristykat
    @ibkristykat 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    about to buy some of that type of paint... looks verrrry useful =)

  • @destresswithyoga
    @destresswithyoga 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool

  • @evastovall313
    @evastovall313 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been waiting for a long time for you to show us how to make those stamps!

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eva Stovall my video attempts failed, my studio lights kept exposing the polymer, sorry;(

  • @ImGinaMarie
    @ImGinaMarie 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informational thank you so much!

  • @MaggieValera
    @MaggieValera 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know I'm a little late to the video, but I had a quick question. Knowing that pigment inks are waterproof and dye inks are not, I'm confused since gouache is reactivated with water. I've seen several other videos that say about using the gouache with just water as calligraphy ink too.
    Just as a video idea, since you partake in many types of art and crafts, would you please consider highlighting products that crossover from one art form or craft-type to another. I see a lot of different videos, where the vloggers only partake in one type of medium... card making for example, and they'll pull out a brand new product that's a 1oz jar of something overpriced (Ranger, Gina K, etc) that acrylic painters (craft painters in particular) have been using for years... texture medium for example, and have no idea that it's not new, it can be found cheaper, and in many cases can be made for pennies on the dollar. Just watching this video alone has taught me that I can get the same effects of Distress Oxides without the exorbitant price tag.
    I kept trying to figure out Nuvo Drops, only to realize that it's acrylic paint with pearlizing medium. When I get through my latest wave of projects I'm working on, I'm going to start mixing up some apple barrel acrylics with pearlizing medium and putting it in 15ml needle tip squeeze bottles to keep with my card making stuff. As always, love your channel and all that you do.

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    the classic pads are dye based, not pigment so the ink made from paint will be too thick. I'd try to find a similar color ink from anotehr company, just make sure it is dye based ink and you are all set OR if a new stamping up color is close to the one you need to reink and you like the color you can do that.

  • @susanhamilton1822
    @susanhamilton1822 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    P.S. I more or less mean store them so they don't get dirty or contaminate something else. I heard you say you can't store for another use. I thought you might have a neat idea about what to keep them in.

  • @CraftingVicky
    @CraftingVicky 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    very clever! Thank you!

  • @camillewing656
    @camillewing656 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Lindsay...I have so much fun watching your videos! I'm coming out of severe depression, and your ideas and DIYs give me something to look forward to...something to finally be excited about!! I have watched your stamping/card making tutorials up through #17, but cannot find #18 and up...where are they?? thank you so much for being you!

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      +camille wing in the stamp school playlist. I don't know how to link it from my phone but you van find it on my channel

  • @kathrynjackson3007
    @kathrynjackson3007 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this because it IS costly to keep replacing dried out ink pads. I'd much rather spend the money on new colors!! :0)

  • @BeingBeverly1
    @BeingBeverly1 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Listen Lindsay, I am a former Art Conservator and I think if you'd like a second career, you ought to think about being one too bc basically we are material scientists and its a very interesting occupation - esp. if you appreciate art, history and have a great curiousity! Peace.

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      BeingBeverly thanks for the suggestion;)

  • @thefrugalcrafter
    @thefrugalcrafter  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    aww, thanks! Glad I could help:)

  • @sukiBambina
    @sukiBambina 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow so smart

  • @shirleywilhelm1495
    @shirleywilhelm1495 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    would love to know more about the stamp maker you spoke of in this video.

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      it is a UV light and gell packets that harden with your design. Here is the kit I have: amzn.to/2EsNhOr there is a bit of a learning curve but if you are patient you can make very detailed stamps at home: amzn.to/2EsNhOr

  • @cleopatra5682
    @cleopatra5682 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant thanks

  • @ZenaBattaglia
    @ZenaBattaglia 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow fabulous! New subscriber thanks!

  • @mandyreid8553
    @mandyreid8553 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Lindsey can you use watercolor paint instead of gouache?

  • @vinodkumaryadav8599
    @vinodkumaryadav8599 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    how to prepare gouche paint and which type of culminal you are using and can u explain please. explanation is very good. thanks alot

  • @mhinz0
    @mhinz0 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you need gouache paint or could you use other water solvent colors? Does it work with white pigment ink pads as well? i have a staz on white pigment ink pad and I think it is really expensive to reink it the whole thime with the white staz on ink...

  • @mandyreid8553
    @mandyreid8553 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh also can you use food coloring as ink ? You may have covered this at some other time if so I'm sorry :)

  • @melb.4609
    @melb.4609 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Lindsay! I really enjoy your TH-cam video tutorials and your blog. In fact, you've inspired me to get back into doing more artsy and craftsy things. I had cut back quite a bit after having a severe allergic reaction to gouache about a decade ago because my allergist advised me to stay away from all paints as he thought this allergy would just get worse over time. (Basically his theory was less exposure to any paint would limit the number of my reactions and more exposure might make me eventually react more strongly each time, and, eventually, to paints other than gouache.) After watching your video on DIY pigment ink pad re-inking, and doing some research on Wikipedia, I began wondering if I'm just allergic to one of the ingredients that was in the gouache. (If it is a proprietary chemical compound [aka "a secret ingredient"] only used by the company whose paint I bought, then I'm not allergic to paint, but a chemical.)
    Recently I've been doing some stamping and am nervous about using pigment inks because of my allergic reaction to the gouache. I've used dye inks recently without any allergic reaction, as well as plain watercolor paints and Derwent Inktense blocks to paint and stamp with. I've never had a reaction to pen inks either and have been doing calligraphy for years. So I want to ask you if you think that the common ingredients in gouache paints (i.e. what makes gouache gouache and not another type of paint) are commonly found in the pigment inks and ink pads that stampers use. Was your idea to use gouache paint to re-fill your pigment ink pads based on knowing that is what is actually used by the ink pad ink manufacturers (and should I avoid pigment ink pads and inks like the plague?) or was your DIY idea a "use-what-you-have" experiment that worked out well?
    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talents with all of us,
    Mel

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mel B. I am using student grade gouache so it will not have cobalt, cadmium or lead like artist quality might. Maybe you are allergic to titanium white or chalk? Those are what I reckon they use to make gouache opaque, other than that the ingredients should be identical to watercolor. Maybe you brand had a preservative chemical in it? M Graham is a professional paint company who uses honey as a preservative and wetting agent, have you tried that? Other wise I cannot imagine what is in your gouache that is not in watercolor to affect you.

    • @melb.4609
      @melb.4609 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      thefrugalcrafter . My allergy has been a mystery to me and those who know me, because aside from occasional mild hay fever I had not had any major allergies before my reaction to gouache. (My sister, on the other hand, was allergic to everything they tested her for as a kid and then some. This experience gave me quite a good start on figuring out what caused my reaction and how to deal with it.) I really appreciate your insights because my teachers were stymied. My color theory teacher was especially concerned because she had been teaching for 30 years and never heard of such a thing. Then, within six months, another student of hers had an allergic reaction similar to mine! Weirdness!
      Thank you for answering my questions. You've given me some hope that I may be on to something by suspecting a chemical additive instead of the ingredients all water soluble paints have in common. Perhaps the culprit will turn out to be a proprietary "secret ingredient" used only by the company that made my gouache paints. This would be great since then all I have to do is avoid that company's products! Hoo-ray!
      I wrote to the manufacturer of my gouache to request information and the form they sent me said that their product contained two ingredients know to cause skin irritation. Understatement! Unfortunately for me the chemicals have long, multi-sylablic names that describe their molecular structure like methyl-8lauryl-5oxy-10 ect. and not some short, easy to remember name like Titanium White. For all I know a chemist might translate them to "Titanium White."
      It occurs to me to ask - are there any water-based markers that use an opaque ink similar to gouache that I ought to avoid? For instance, I heard that the Tim Holtz Distress color Picket Fence is an opaque white ink while all the other distress colors are translucent water-soluble colors. Is that so? Thank you again for your help.

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mel B. not that I know of...

    • @melb.4609
      @melb.4609 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for that info, Lindsay.
      I was thinking this morning that I'm sure I've worked with Titanium White acrylic paint since my initial gouache reaction, though perhaps with gloves on, in order to finish my color theory class. (Then once the class was finished I disposed of everything that came in contact with any paint whatsoever.) And I own a pair of glasses with titanium frames -which it occurs to me I was wearing regularly when the really bad reaction happened. I've just checked/googled and titanium is supposed to be hypoallergenic. Hmmmm..... I'm going to continue to research this and the leads you suggested, but in the meantime I'll stick mostly to dye inks and wear gloves when I work with pigment inks and white inks, just to be safe. I think I'll make a separate ink cleaning pad set for those inks, too.
      Happy crafting!

  • @mitzs2000
    @mitzs2000 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video. :)

  • @CallieG333
    @CallieG333 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Lindsey I'm glad you shared this because refills for my ink pads are very expensive. I bought some dope dyes, A few months ago in a sale I was wondering if you know what fabric dope dyes are and if I can use them to rethink my dye based ink pads.

  • @joy-n-scrappin806
    @joy-n-scrappin806 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I also, hear Glcerin is an Excellent hand& body moisturizer. As, Well as a great way to a nice sheen look, to your hair.... Hmm.. I will have to try it and see... Let you, know.

    • @HeatherDeweyPettet
      @HeatherDeweyPettet 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Joy-n-scrappin Yes, plus you can make your own Vitamin C & Echinacea supplement by filling a jar halfway with some dried elderberries and Echinacea root, filling it the rest of the way with Glycerin, then warm the jar gently in a slow cooker with a little water for about 2 days, strain, store in fridge. 1 tsp for adults 1x per day when you have the flu. Awesome stuff!

    • @HeatherDeweyPettet
      @HeatherDeweyPettet 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Joy-n-scrappin Got the name of the youtuber for the recipe I used originally, if you're interested: Jill's Home Remedies

  • @djmmeade2094
    @djmmeade2094 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video thank you. Would oil paint work the same way in the ink pad . I'd hate them to dry out . Many thanks

  • @henrycruiser
    @henrycruiser 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You mentioned that you use glycerine to make your own embossing ink. Have you posted how to do that?

  • @Sewcreativebykathy
    @Sewcreativebykathy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi thanks for the tutorial can I use watercolor tube paint instead of goauche I have failed to find it in the stores here .if I mixed Chinese white in the colors would it work thanks again

  • @debbiedonovan8169
    @debbiedonovan8169 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Lindsay, I got to say I'm learning so much from your videos!!!, And from one teacher (retired) to another , you got it girl!!! Seriously, you really are a fantistic teacher... I LOVE THE DIY CHEAPER SUBS VIDEOS, PLEASE DON'T EVER STOP MAKING THESE as well as your informative ones as well. I have a quick question, what percentage of alcohol do you use, reg or 91%.?? KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK... Thank you so much, Debbie

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      whatever's on sale LOL! You could use distilled water too, basically I am using alcohol to dilute the paint without introducing bacteria, less % of alcohol is better in this case.

  • @susanjones7872
    @susanjones7872 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info!! Tfs!

  • @stonechops
    @stonechops 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What recipe would I use gouache to make distress oxide?
    I love your channel!

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I actually buy reinkers for my oxides. You can experiment with chalk, glycerin and gouache or watercolor to get something similar.

  • @lucymar122512
    @lucymar122512 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lindsay can you use any tube acrylic paints I have art 101 acrylic paint I would like to know if I can use these for my ink pads. thank you so much for all your videos . I just love them all I learned so with you & save some money on my crafts.

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +lucy mar no, acrylic will ruin them

    • @lucymar122512
      @lucymar122512 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh on want I know the name of the paints you use in the video.
      I can add to my ink pads my pads are very dry.

  • @bethr1776ad
    @bethr1776ad 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Lindsay! I was watching your video on how to make your own reinkers for pigment and chalk ink pads and you mentioned that you love your stamp maker. Did you ever make a video of that? If so I can't find it. Would you please tell me where to find it? Hugs, Beth

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Beth, I no longer love my stampmaker LOL! Actually they changed the sachet recipe or sent me an off batch and I ruined 2 packages of stamp packets before I learned to adjust for it (ImagePac replace the items and helped me, the company is wonderful) and I tried to make a video but my lighting I use for videos would expose my stamps while I was doing the tutorial so after 3 attempts I gave up. I do have a photo tutorial on my blog tho: thefrugalcrafter.wordpress.com/2012/03/13/hunka-hunka-burnin-awesome/ but I am finding with the new imagepacs I need a lower exposure time.

  • @katherinehaught7950
    @katherinehaught7950 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alcohol will clean your clear blocks (for stamping). All my blocks were a mess & rubbing alcohol cleaned them like new!!

  • @donnt6734
    @donnt6734 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting... TFS

  • @Spellbound987
    @Spellbound987 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, great tut. Can you tell me please if the 'ink' you make ends up waterproof once dry? Hugs Tibs xxx

  • @Pebblesmas
    @Pebblesmas ปีที่แล้ว

    Thx so much.

  • @melissadunlap5067
    @melissadunlap5067 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos. I watched an older one you made on this same subject and have a question. Can I do the same with dye ink pads? Thanks!

    • @thefrugalcrafter
      @thefrugalcrafter  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dye inks are trickier because of the viscosity and concentration you need. I buy dye ink refills from stamin up or memento and just refill any dye pads with those. Wait for a good sale on joann.com ND stock up on memento is my advice.