Alcohol Ink Coasters Diy

Alcohol Ink Coasters. I had so much fun making these.

Posted by studiokatie

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I've heard of/seen alcohol ink at craft stores for years now, but I've never known how to use it, or what it's good for. Recently I decided to get some, look up some ideas and give it a go.

These would make awesome Christmas gifts, don't you think? Have you ever played with alcohol ink before? I'm just getting started but I love the results!

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You Will Need (6 things)

  • 4 Ceramic Tile
  • Sandpaper
  • Mod Podge
  • Paint Brush
  • Alcohol Inks
  • Blending Solution

Steps (7 steps, 60 minutes)

  1. 1

    First lightly sand the top of your tiles. This will make the ink stick better.

    Apply a generous amount of blending solution to your tile. You want to be able to cover the entire top surface. Use a paintbrush to spread it out.

  2. 2

    Starting with your first color, Apply a few drops of alcohol ink to your tile. Note- the blending solution must still be wet so you have to work somewhat quickly.

  3. 3

    ...

  4. 4

    Grab your next color and apply drops.

  5. 5

    Apply a 3rd color.

  6. 6

    Once the alcohol ink has dried, (it won't take long) give it a coat of mod podge or other sealer.

  7. 7

    There are different things you can do with the ink:

    Apply it in drops, like shown in the tutorial.
    Place a few drops onto the top edge and tilt the tile down so that the ink flows down.
    Use different shades of the same color.
    Apply only a few drops so that the white tile still shows.