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How to make your own alcohol inks

February 29, 2016 by Stefanie Girard

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Have you ever found yourself frustrated when your favorite markers run out of ink? It can be disappointing to toss them away, especially if they have unique colors that you can’t find in any other set. However, instead of throwing them out, you can recycle your dried up markers into usable ink again. This not only saves money but also helps reduce waste in the environment.

There are many tutorials available on how to recycle dried up markers, but one that stands out is the technique of cutting open the interior foam part. This tutorial is a great way to repurpose your markers and create alcohol ink that you can use for a variety of art projects. The technique involves disassembling the marker and extracting the ink-soaked foam from the interior, which is then mixed with rubbing alcohol to create a vibrant and versatile ink.

This technique is especially useful for markers with unique or interesting colors that you can’t find in traditional ink sets. It’s a great way to customize your ink and make it truly one-of-a-kind. If you’re interested in trying out this technique, be sure to check out the tutorial on the blog Dream a Little Bigger. The tutorial is easy to follow and provides step-by-step instructions for creating your own alcohol ink from recycled markers.

In conclusion, recycling dried up markers into usable ink is a great way to save money and reduce waste. By cutting open the interior foam part of the marker, you can extract the ink and mix it with rubbing alcohol to create a versatile and vibrant ink. This technique is a great way to repurpose your markers and create custom ink colors that you can’t find anywhere else. Be sure to check out the tutorial on Dream a Little Bigger and give this technique a try for your next art project.

Pop on over to the blog Dream a Little Bigger for the tutorial on how to make your own alcohol ink.

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Comments

  1. Allison Murray says

    February 29, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    Thanks so much for the share! I hope your marker makes some fab alcohol ink for you 🙂

  2. Renee V. says

    March 2, 2016 at 2:07 am

    LOVE this idea, thank you!

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