I was wondering how I was gonna store my open stock and now I know. Thank you very much. Great ideas to. I have a set of 30 neo color 2 I bought like 6 yrs ago and haven’t really used them. So I decided to watch some videos on them after I added 17 more colors open stock. I plan on completing my collection in the weeks to come. I’m new to bible journaling so just seeing what people are doing. Thanks again
Thanks so much for sharing - did I miss the link to the Neocolor color list you used to cut up and create your swatches? That was a beautiful tip!! I’m addicted to these things and it would really help me out 😊
Looks like I never did add the link but here is where I found the charts www.debstanleyart.co.uk/_files/ugd/8d042a_678877efdf5e46dd929f50b7ad10546d.pdf
How do the neo color II compare to distress crayons? I have CCS (complete collection syndrome), too, so I have the complete collection of distress crayons! Thanks for your input!
Pam Joiner Pam Joiner the distress crayons don’t work for stamping do they? I saw a video where TH said they won’t, hit I haven’t tried it. I’m trying to decide which I want to buy.
I have the box set. I can say I’ve never used them all. Now, I’m on to Copic. Don’t waste your money. Buy what you need and will use. I also really want Daniel Smith watercolor crayons, they make these look like cheap crayons.
So pretty ....soft colors....what is the difference from watercolor crayons and neo 11 crayons....love how you use the stencils...❤️❤️❤️🎨 Tip Tuesday's are very helpful..fun how you show examples and compare the products!! Thanks...susan
I also love the Neocolor IIs! BTW: Have you ever tried making green with yellow and black (instead of blue)? You can do this with any medium: makes some richer greens than you can achieve with yellow and blue. Just a little tip, no extra charge :D
I've been wanting to,pick some of these up and try them so this was super helpful. I wish Michaels carried them! I will probably add a few to my btw4g devo order 😍
These definitely look like fun. Question: After you're done and you know that you're not going to do anymore, is there a way to set the project so if it should get wet it doesn't activate the crayon?
LindseyDecor thanks for your help! I just couldn’t decide what to get. I have the Kuretake watercolor 24 set and was deciding between more watercolor sets or Neocolor 2s. All your videos are great and I enjoy them.
Do you use a fixative and varnish after? I use these on my acrylic on canvas paintings for extra marks and interest. However...they do smudge! So, I'm trying to understand the finishing process for painting and using these crayons. thanks!
Thank you for making my Tuesdays exciting again (I have to admit that I check RUclips a few times to see what kind of Tip Tuesday it will be)! I actually bought a set of Neocolor ii but never really got around to playing around with them. After watching this, I'm going to make a point to try to make a watercolor galaxy with them and see how it goes. I've been trying with distress ink, but haven't been able to get it as dark as I want. And once I get a better feel for them on regular/watercolor paper, I'll give them a try in my Bible! Ah, complete set syndrome, yes, I have that as well but am trying to limit myself a little. Between inktense and Neocolor ii, I was very tempted to get the full set at once, but the price tag and the fact that I've never used them before kept me back... So here's to learning about the medium and slowly building up to the full set (at least now that I have used the Inktense pencils more)!
I think the Neocolor 2's are lightfast. Another reason they coast more than some others like them. I believe you have to go to the Caen Dache web site to find out anything about the lightfastness of the crayons. Don't quote me on that though. I've only seen it or heard it from other RUclipsrs. I have been wanting some of the Neocolor 2's. I just can't afford them right now. Soon I hope. They look soooo fun. TYFS
I bought a pack of Lyra crayons which are basically the same, but if you leave them in the heat, they will melt. Do these? I ask that because of the traveling. That’s a wonderful thought. Don’t know if the Neocolors are different in that way. Also, I tried for the first time to use a stencil and Matte gel medium and a distress crayon for color and it flopped. Do I need to use texture paste instead? Or is it just practice...I tried doing hearts on my bible page. I didn’t use a palette knife either....maybe I got it too thick...
I started with the Lyra crayons and they are very similar but I like the pigmentation of the Neocolors better. The news don’t feel quite as soft so they might be more resistant to melting but I’m sure they’d melt also since they are a wax pastel. Texture paste works better because it’s no as liquid as gel medium but I’ve used both. I try not to go over the stencil too many times and apply it thinly so it’s less like likely to ooze.
Regardless you never dip a watercolor pencil in water! If is the fastest way to destroy it! No matter how careful you think you are moisture gets into the wood.
As I mention in the video, I’m careful to not get the wood wet...only the pigment part of the pencil touches the water and I haven’t had any problems with mine doing it this way. But like I said, do at your own risk 😉
I use the tombow blender to dissolve or blend the neocolors ! Works amazing!
That’s a great idea!
I often watch your videos when I can't sleep. So on Tuesday nights I get excited for Tip Tuesday knowing it will be posted soon. 😺
I was wondering how I was gonna store my open stock and now I know. Thank you very much. Great ideas to. I have a set of 30 neo color 2 I bought like 6 yrs ago and haven’t really used them. So I decided to watch some videos on them after I added 17 more colors open stock. I plan on completing my collection in the weeks to come. I’m new to bible journaling so just seeing what people are doing. Thanks again
You are so precious, Lindsey. Great job on the Tip Tuesday video series. Loved this one!
So informative. I’ve used these for a while but didn’t know about wipes. Many thanks 🙏
Thanks so much for sharing - did I miss the link to the Neocolor color list you used to cut up and create your swatches? That was a beautiful tip!! I’m addicted to these things and it would really help me out 😊
Looks like I never did add the link but here is where I found the charts www.debstanleyart.co.uk/_files/ugd/8d042a_678877efdf5e46dd929f50b7ad10546d.pdf
🎨👩🎨🤩👌super inspiring video ,so many ways. Thank you for sharing . I Must try all of them, I have not used mine so much ,this will change today 👍😃❣️
Thank you for sharing neocolors..👍👍☺️
I am planning on getting the Neocolor II. Thanks for sharing all the techniques you can use them!! 👍💖💚
I love Neocolor II crayons - thanks for the demo of all the different ways to use them
How do the neo color II compare to distress crayons? I have CCS (complete collection syndrome), too, so I have the complete collection of distress crayons! Thanks for your input!
I haven’t ever tried Distress Crayons but from videos I’ve watched it looks like Neo Crayons are similar but maybe a little better quality.
Awesome video love the neocolors
Pam Joiner Pam Joiner the distress crayons don’t work for stamping do they? I saw a video where TH said they won’t, hit I haven’t tried it. I’m trying to decide which I want to buy.
Neo color MUCH MUCH MUCH BETTER
Thanks so much Lindsey. I got my original tin and have been filling in with the open stock from btw. Love them!
I have “Complete Collection Syndrome” too! LOL
I have the box set. I can say I’ve never used them all. Now, I’m on to Copic. Don’t waste your money. Buy what you need and will use. I also really want Daniel Smith watercolor crayons, they make these look like cheap crayons.
You can also stamp an image then color adding water w/a fine tip brush to soften....beautiful look. Try it on your cactus stamps...
So pretty ....soft colors....what is the difference from watercolor crayons and neo 11 crayons....love how you
use the stencils...❤️❤️❤️🎨 Tip Tuesday's are very helpful..fun how you show examples and compare the products!!
Thanks...susan
There isn’t a difference except that the Neocolors will probably be more pigmented than cheaper products.
I also love the Neocolor IIs! BTW: Have you ever tried making green with yellow and black (instead of blue)? You can do this with any medium: makes some richer greens than you can achieve with yellow and blue. Just a little tip, no extra charge :D
I haven’t tried that but you can bet that I’m going to 😉
Thanks! You are a natural teacher
What is the color of the bright aqua crayon??? I think I would use it alllllll the time. So pretty
Wow!!!thank you you are so helpful and knowledgeable!
I've been wanting to,pick some of these up and try them so this was super helpful. I wish Michaels carried them! I will probably add a few to my btw4g devo order 😍
These definitely look like fun. Question: After you're done and you know that you're not going to do anymore, is there a way to set the project so if it should get wet it doesn't activate the crayon?
You could try sealing with an acrylic sealer spray but I’ve never tried that in my Bible but I know some people do.
@ nightangel0515; Distress Micro Glaze works perfectly. Check it out.
I will try using my Dorland’s Wax. It’s gentle and I think it’ll work
Thanks so much for sharing! Happy Easter!
Do you like watercolors or Neocolors better? I’m starting to build my collection of supplies and not sure, which to get first...
You can use Neocolors like watercolors so you might want to go for those since you can use them so many different ways.
LindseyDecor thanks for your help! I just couldn’t decide what to get. I have the Kuretake watercolor 24 set and was deciding between more watercolor sets or Neocolor 2s.
All your videos are great and I enjoy them.
If you have the Kuretake then I’d go for the Neocolors 😉
LindseyDecor thank you for your help.
Do you use a fixative and varnish after? I use these on my acrylic on canvas paintings for extra marks and interest. However...they do smudge! So, I'm trying to understand the finishing process for painting and using these crayons. thanks!
I don’t use any kind of finishing product but I also don’t use them dry very often.
Soo many products to use that makes your page pop with color....🎨🖍🖌📑📒🆒 susan
Thank you for making my Tuesdays exciting again (I have to admit that I check RUclips a few times to see what kind of Tip Tuesday it will be)! I actually bought a set of Neocolor ii but never really got around to playing around with them. After watching this, I'm going to make a point to try to make a watercolor galaxy with them and see how it goes. I've been trying with distress ink, but haven't been able to get it as dark as I want. And once I get a better feel for them on regular/watercolor paper, I'll give them a try in my Bible!
Ah, complete set syndrome, yes, I have that as well but am trying to limit myself a little. Between inktense and Neocolor ii, I was very tempted to get the full set at once, but the price tag and the fact that I've never used them before kept me back... So here's to learning about the medium and slowly building up to the full set (at least now that I have used the Inktense pencils more)!
those are so much fun!!!! do you think I could pick them up at a local craft store or do I have to buy them online?
Some fine art stores carry them but you can’t get them at the big box craft stores usually.
this is a great video. I have the small tin and now I want all of the colors. lol
Allison VonBlon no
Just found ur video on NEO II.
Look forward to Tuesday’s!
Now I know my disease name! Lol. CCS. Who knew👍🏽
Water soluble Seoul colors are great for face painting as well.
Lindsey, have you used Dina Wakeley’s Scribble Sticks? How do Neo Color ll compare?
I haven’t tried the scribble sticks since I figured they’d be very similar to Neo Colors and I liked that color range better.
I think the Neocolor 2's are lightfast. Another reason they coast more than some others like them. I believe you have to go to the Caen Dache web site to find out anything about the lightfastness of the crayons. Don't quote me on that though. I've only seen it or heard it from other RUclipsrs. I have been wanting some of the Neocolor 2's. I just can't afford them right now. Soon I hope. They look soooo fun. TYFS
I am happy to find your RUclips channel.
Any idea where else to get the swatch template... Looks like the link is not valid any longer. TIA
Love the video. I also have collection syndrome! Thanks for the inspiration.
I bought a pack of Lyra crayons which are basically the same, but if you leave them in the heat, they will melt. Do these? I ask that because of the traveling. That’s a wonderful thought. Don’t know if the Neocolors are different in that way. Also, I tried for the first time to use a stencil and Matte gel medium and a distress crayon for color and it flopped. Do I need to use texture paste instead? Or is it just practice...I tried doing hearts on my bible page. I didn’t use a palette knife either....maybe I got it too thick...
I started with the Lyra crayons and they are very similar but I like the pigmentation of the Neocolors better. The news don’t feel quite as soft so they might be more resistant to melting but I’m sure they’d melt also since they are a wax pastel.
Texture paste works better because it’s no as liquid as gel medium but I’ve used both. I try not to go over the stencil too many times and apply it thinly so it’s less like likely to ooze.
Blend your Aubergine with Indigo blue. Gradients are wonderful with these colors for backgrounds.
Regardless you never dip a watercolor pencil in water! If is the fastest way to destroy it! No matter how careful you think you are moisture gets into the wood.
Do you have the link for the Deb Stanley Art swatch?
I updated the product links with it 😉
I also have CCS! You just saved me a ton of money! Lol
Thank you 💞
Did you say “complete collection syndrome”? Because that’s what I have too! It’s a very expensive disease.
Haha yes, and it is a very expensive condition to have 😆
I'd love for you to share your favourite colours :)
Good informative video.
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What colors do you have? Looks like you have a good mix!
Complete collection syndrome.... I’m so there!
😂
Neocolor IIs are also lightfast, whereas I believe the gelatos are not.
Oh good to know! Thanks!
Fun!
You NEVER dip a watercolor pencil in water. You can weaken the wood therefore the pencil will be destroyed.
As I mention in the video, I’m careful to not get the wood wet...only the pigment part of the pencil touches the water and I haven’t had any problems with mine doing it this way. But like I said, do at your own risk 😉
wow they are really expensive out of my price range totally l