DIY Shimmer Pens {homemade wink of luna}
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- Опубликовано: 18 окт 2024
- DIY Shimmer Pens {homemade wink of stella knockoff}
Today I am going to show you how to amke homeade shimmer brush pens like the expensive Wink of Stella pens that are so expensive.
You will need inexpensive Elmers Paintastics watercolor pens and either liquid metallic watercolors or mica powders. Now I have a range of 12 shimmer watercolor pens for the price of 1 wink of stella pen!
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Lindsey, I found this quote and used it on my art journal page today and I wanted to pass it on to you: "At the worst, a house unkept cannot be so distressing as a life unlived." - Rose Macaulay. Back to my messy art room! Thanks for another great DIY tutorial.
I only have the clear wink of stella, but it isn't this. However, I didn't know these brushes existed and so I'm going to look for them. I do think there is value in your DIY for shimmer though! Thanks for always finding more inexpensive versions of art supplies and sharing!!
Thank you Lindsay for another awesome and frugal crafting idea to try! Your DIY Shimmer Brush Pens aka faux Wink of Luna type pens turned out really pretty!
Although, I could definitely use ideas for a DIY Wink of Stella Clear pen. A Wink of Stella Clear Pen shimmer-sparkles. It's really gorgeous over colored stamped images, lettering etc. I haven't a clue how to find an ultra ultra fine shimmer pearlescent glitter like the WOS makers use.
I think Spica Glitter Pens use ground glass of some sort in their ink, but they really, really sparkle. WOS pens shimmer-sparkle. I wonder if using a spice grinder to finely grind ultra fine pearlescent glitter would work? Probably not because somebody would have made a similar WOS pen by now LOL!
OMG, Lindsay, would you believe I just bought myself a WofS (in clear) last weekend! Ugh, what bad timing! And, I was one of the numerous people bugging you to help come up with the DIY version of this WofS pen for us. NOW, you post this video? Your pens DO look luscious and the shimmer is stunning, but not quite the same at all. It's due to different light reflecting properties between the glitter and mica.
The Wof S is worth all the hype. I held off for a long time and then bit the bullet. I'm glad I did, it is a fab pen! I agree with many other commenters that YOU ought to break down and buy the clear one just to see it's wicked awesomeness for yourself.
I'll still do your crafty recipe as I love to try new things. The messier the better.
My card-making friend recently told me (and I've also read in these comments) that the look can be best approximated by using Tsukineko's All Purpose inks, fantastiks, and their Ink Potion #9 to replicate the look. Now, can you tell us how to make Ink Potion #9??? Can it be just gum arabic (or glycerin or alcohol) and water for $7.99 for 2oz?
Lindsay I have to say I am not sure it is like the wink of Stella pens but I still love them. Instead of one or two plain colors you have many and they look great! I am going to have to try this, Thanks for the share. I love your channel!! Keep the DIYs coming.
Great video Lindsay, thanks to you I found the Blick silver and gold liquid watercolor! But...the pens you just made are more like the "Wink of Luna" pens, which are a shimmery metallic. Wink of Stella pens have a more glittery shimmer. I tried a couple, but they are sooo pricey for what you get. I get the exact same look by buying a jar of Twinkling H20's in the color ICE. When I use that on top of any color, I get the look of the clear WofS pen, which I think is the most popular. Thanks again for another great tutorial and have a great day!!
Robin Schaefer I have a re-try video coming out tonight that is really clear and glittery, check back for that, It is much closer:)
Lindsay, you have so many toys and goodies! You must have a basement studio that goes on for eternity. I don't have wink of stella or whatever it is. I've looked for it occasionally at my art supply stores and haven't found it. I've also never seen those watercolor brushes you showed. But it's really cool that you had the stuff on hand to sacrifice for the sparkle watercolor brushes. Looks like fun. Craft on!
I have a Pelican watercolor set with these exact same brushes, so I am right with your plan to use these instead of buying new water pens with one suggestion..I know your a watercolorist and familiar with Windsor & Newton , so you may be familiar with a watercolor medium by W&N Iridescence Medium. This is what I suspect these wink of stella luna uses in their pens. I've used it in my watercolor paintings in the past and is it a nuisance! Shimmers its way into your whole painting by the time your done your forest scene at dawn looks like a disco tech :) .
I am so going to try these. I think these are looking very similar to the wink of luna pens. I really don't care what they look like because they are pretty. Some times that's what it's all about. I think I found what is closest to the wink of stella clear pen & showed it on my channel. It's the Tsukineko Champagne all purpose paint. I thought it would be the frost color, but I was wrong. Thanks for giving this a try & showing us what you came up with! JIL
I just found your channel by accident and loved your idea. It was also recommended to me by another. What do you use to lock down the inks? Ink Potion #9 or something else? I'm afraid that the glittereiness won't stay on item if I simply use alcohol to adhere it.
Nina A Hi Nina, is your question for me or jill? The liquid watercolor I used for shimmer has a binder in it. I did come up with a sheer glitter pen too and that video will e up tonight. I hope you check it out:)
Lindsay I meant the Q for Jill but thanks for responding. I'm waiting with batted breath for your next post on the WofS pens.
Nina A I'm also looking forward to seeing what else Lindsay comes up with. I have the pens on my list for my next trip to the store. I love what she came up with. When I use the all-purpose inks I don't add a binder. They don't need one. I've never had a problem with my shimmer coming off.
So clever and frugal! I don't have any thing like the wink of Stella, so I personally don't know anything about it. All I know is what others say. Your idea sounds great though. Thank you for sharing. Mable
Lyndsey, I am trying to make my own Wink of Stella with the Arteza mica powders but am having a hard time finding a water brush that it will work in. I also have a big set of extra fine glitters and that definitely doesn’t work. I just ordered a 40 pack of Crayola watercolor brush pens that they have out and hope this will work. Otherwise, do you have any suggestions for cheaper water brushes that would work?
The Royal and Langnickle ones are cheap (3pack for $5) and will work but the flow to much to use as a regular water or ink brush. Perfect for glitter or mica
@@thefrugalcrafter thank you so much. I can’t believe you answered this so fast. You must get tons of comments to go through.
I like what you did with the paint pens. I have never heard of the Wink of Stella so I think what you made was great. Sometimes I think it is more advertising for some of these craft products rather than quality. I will make some like yours. tfs
I will definitely need to try this! I have all the supplies that you used in this one and the last one so I will definitely try this
Awww..cant get any of those pens or shimmer here is SA..going to see if I can get some ordered.. Dying to try these pens.. thanks for the tut..xxx
Awesomeness! YOU ROCK Lindsey! Thanks for this wonderful tutorial! I'm going to try this ONE!
I have wink of stella and I believe they may have a super fin glitter in them. When I brush on the clear the liquid is clear and there is sparkle not like pearl. But I will try your concoction and see what happens. I think yours are great but to be used possibly in a different way.
Nice video Lindsay. I have the WOS markers and I love them! I use the clear most often. I bought mine from Blick. They sell them in sets of three for $14.29. Hope this helps someone that is on the fence. They are definitely worth the money. They last a looonng time!
Great video. U made something really similar to the wink of Luna brush pens. They are a little newer than the wink of Stella. The wink of Luna are more metallic and opaque like yours and the wink of Stella is sheer and really glittery. It has a really fine glitter in the mix that I think is impossible to make. Thanks
I don't have a WofS pen either...nor have I seen those water colour pens where Ilive. Here's what I do for extra shimmer...I use my Versamark pen to colour an area and then brush on the whitish/silverish eyeshadow from the Dollar Tree that you recommended. It seems to leave a nice soft shimmer.
You are amazing, you can find less costly ways to do most things. Love watching everyday that you post.
Elmers doesn't seem to make Paintastics pens anymore. Are you aware of any comparable ones? I got some Crayola but you can't open the pen the same way to add the glitter or mica.
junbug1029 are you in the US? Let me see....www.amazon.com/Elmers-Paintastics-Paint-Numbers-Kit-Beach/dp/B000QUGNIW/ref=sr_1_5?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1415414676&sr=1-5&keywords=paintastics or these are from a site in the UK but they look a bit different: www.theworks.co.uk/p/craft-activities-for-kids/paintastics-jungle-and-sea-life-creative-set/8001444427998 Hopefully they will open like the ones we have, maybe you could ask. It does look like they were bought, it's probably why I got a steal on these.
Hi Lindsay, yes I am.
Thank you!!
Thank you for helping us save $$$ as many of the products out there are so expensive. Wink of Stella is over $6. I appreciate the alternative options you provide.
Thank you for this tutorial! So tired of hearing about the wink of Stella pens because I don't have them! Lol so nice to know I can make them myself!
A quick note to any UK watchers. Galt Paintastics are NOT the same as Elmers Paintastics. The Galt are also the devil incarnate to open and I managed to split the body of one of the pens to have a look inside, only to find it's just a standard felt tip core inside. I even tried washing out the colour from the core and refilling it with some water and pigment eyeshadow, but it just doesn't work.
On the plus side, the Galt ones aren't a complete loss. They are great for practising Chinese calligraphy/painting with, but I wouldn't buy them specifically for art and crafts for adults.
How well do you think mica powders would work in these? Do you think they would just slough away after the work is dry?
These seem to be more like the Wink of Luna pens which have that metallic sheen. Wink of Stella are more of a glitter brush pen. This is a great way to add shine nonetheless. Thanks Lindsay :)
How neat Lindsay!!! xo patti
thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich What a GREAT idea Lindsay. I've wanted to buy Wink of Stella pens before but they are pretty pricey. You're so clever =) TFS Amy
Wink of Stella pens are wonderful. It must have a alcohol type base as they dry almost instantly. The glitter in them is ultra fine. They are pricey but they seem to last a long time. They have a nice brush on them so you get a nice even layer and a little ball bearing in them to keep the contents mixed up well. You should try a clear one ,they are a fun supply.
Look more like Wink of Luna inks which are completely opaque.. Wink of Stella are more translucent than opaque. But your inks/paints look really good to me either way.
these look so fun. when we are settled again (going to sell home and move) i want to try these. thanks for the great vids. you make crafting a jolt of energy for me.
Saw the other first, but I am liking both really well!! And I am a Facebook and Pinterest fan...
Barb Pollitt thanks barb!
Extremely clever and a great result!
You get a box of cigars for this tutorial!! I love all of tutorials!!!!
Thanks for the great idea, I found some of the pens you used in a thrift store, I'm going to try this, check online for wink of stella and saw the price. I know I cannot afford those, but this is alot cheaper on my budget. Thanks for a great video.
I have the clear Wink of Stella. It is a glitter pen. I think what you are making is more of Wink of Luna pens. I love mine and I think when it runs out of liquid I am going to refill it with water because there is so much glitter still in it. I don't know how you could make it more glittery like tHe WOS. Maybe some really fine glitter and the shimmer water color.
Can you make a tutorial for Diy Brush Pens? ya know, like the pentel brush pens?
I have a set of these watercolor pens also. If I'm not mistaken I bought them from Walmart. Pretty cheap but very messy.
I am so glad you made this because the wink of stella pens are so expensive and they don't have very much in them. I have the clear and black and I am not impressed with the black. They don't have the amount that is in the pens probably because there is so little in there. Love this video! Thank you
How are you doing I saw the weather report last night and they said there was a power outage does that affect you? Stay warm and safe...
Jeanie Gregory we just got power back, we had 17" of snow!
thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich I am so glad to live in Kansas. I am not a snow lover at all. It usually doesn't snow here until late Dec. or Jan and even then not much. I grew up in Wis. so I know my snow. LOL
thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich OMG! That is a lot of snow!
I don't have WoS or WoL...but I like the look you got here...TFS!
Lindsey, Floor wax is thick and sticky does it gum up your paint brushes. Or would it help to water down the wax better.
+Kathryn Sloan this is a very light acrylic floor wax, not really a wax but it is called that. it is very watery. lok for pledge or future floor wax
Thanks so much Lindsey. I love your videos
They look like the Wink of Luna instead :)
The thing with the Wink of Stella is the amount of sparkle and yet the subtleness. Hmm... hard to explain... It's like you've got zillions and zillions of stars on your paper and you can see each one! lol
if you have the Tsukineko Fantastix inks, mix a little with some rubbing alcohol and spray it onto a piece of paper - it would be the closest I've ever seen to Wink of Stella without being IT.
That was a fun mess though!
Very awesome, and great swap out for water brushes. :D
Just wanted to share, when your wink of stella or luna pens are "empty" try adding a little water to them to get another round of use from them as there is still plenty of glitteryness and mica's on the inside of the tube, you pretty much take them apart like Lindsey did add water, shake and keep on using them.
Yours are pretty. I have never had Wink of Stella so I don't know what they are like. TFS ~ Hugs ~ Pat p.s. I share on Pinterest when I share your vids
***** thanks Pat!
I got the sheer wink of Stella and after using it I compared to my LA Looks mica powder and I think it is the same thing and very similar to the pearl watercolor.
I too have both the WofS clear pen and the $1 LA Colors White Snow eye shadow, so I tried using a fine tipped brush dipped in denatured alcohol with the $1 stuff and it is a dead ringer for the Wof S clear pen. I did the comparison side-by-side and there is honestly no telling them apart. I wonder what do you use to adhere it to paper? Alcohol? Mod Podge? Water? I'm afraid the glitteriness won't stay stuck to project with just alcohol as the binder.
I used gum arabic and made a cake of it so it acts just like a twinkling H2O. Lindsey did a video on it a while ago that shows how.
Ok I have a question I have high flow shimmer acrylic paint can that be used it looks to be the same consistency as you water color
merry clayton you can try it but it might dry in the pen and clog it.
Wonderful Idea! Thanks for sharing.
Where did u get ur liquid metallic paint that u used to mix into the pens. They look very close to the wink of Stella's
M&M's Scrapping Fun Blick, it is the metallic liquid watercolors:)
Does anyone know if the brush pens that Lindsay used are available in the UK or Spain?
Thank you for always providing options!
Very interesting.Thank you.
You can use the extreme glitter paint or glamor dust paint Cheaper than WOS
To Me, these are kind of "heavy", but, gorgeous, And.... I Do Love the use of the marker ~ overall... As for the heaviness, it would be simple to lighten, with a touch less paint, add a few drops of water, And... I wonder, maybe a couple of balls in the pen to mix it??
Thank you I won't pay that price.as not what wink of stella is glue glitter or what.,I will try this
I am looking for the clear wink pens for Christmas but I wonder it iridescent watercolor medium bu Winston would work.
Carmen Hays check back tomorrow, I found a new solution that looks like the winks:)
thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich Did it not work?
Carmen Hays it worked, my video will go live at 8pm eastern time:)
Love! Love! Love! Your diy tutorials
What you've made is more like the wink of Luna pens .. As the wink of Stella are a glitter and they sparkle not metallic like these and the wink of Luna .. But this is a great idea on the cheap
Also Blitsy is slow when shipping your items. Shipping for me here in the States is also high. I like Lindsay idea better.
hej, you mix glitter with water or any other liqiud? :)
It's not glittery. It's shimmer. You can't substitute for glitter. You're not getting the same product.
Excellent. Thanks so much for doing this
thanks for sharing . im going to get some of that pearl stuff. joanne
I heard 'Mardens" Are you in Maine??? Blessings to you. :)
yup!
@@thefrugalcrafter Me too! I'm not too far from Augusta. :)
Wow, I can't find brush markers/pens that cheap here. I wish I had a Martins....
sometimes you also have to slow it down, do you have a flight??
Where is link to all your crafty formulas?
i think they look more like the wink of lunar not the stella, but they look good!
Thanks they look really close to me.
this is a cracking idea linsay
great job
Good job
are Elmers Paintastics still available?
+Varvara Barbara yes but they have changed them a bit I think, I don't know if you can remove the top anymore.
thanks, more news later
I think you hit the nail on the head, wink of Stella or luna are widely and cheaply available on eBay, btw
Oh my gosh Lindsay, you talk sooooo fast !!! Hehe :)
This seems like a cool idea but I don t think I can get such pens here in Iceland.
Awesome you hit it rite on.
Can't wait to try ;)
IN the tile it says wink of luna, and in the description it says wink of stella. Which is it?
cadytutow I changed the title because everyone told me it looks like wink of luna, I have a new wink of stella redo that is clear and glittery: ruclips.net/video/bD-8i0c6XDo/видео.html
okay thanks! just wondering.
Wink of Stella's beauty is that they are so sheer. Especially the clear- which is the one to buy if you want to get just one- it is so gorgeous. While your DIY are pretty, they aren't capturing what is so pretty about Wink of Stella. That said they don't have to be that expensive- Blitsy had them for $4. Now that is pricey if you want all the colors, but if you stick with just the clear it is just a few bucks and it is worth it...it is that gorgeous. As for Blitsy- I order from there all the time. If you don't get their emails you should.
The clear wink of stella pen is around 7.50 here in the UK. Not too sure what the exchange rate is, but I know it's way too expensive for me, so I would be using Lindsay's version or just stick with my cheap palette of shimmer watercolour paint
Bejay Roles I think is probably around that here in the US as well at most stores but there is a mail order company called Blitsy that offers discounts on craft supplies-some signifcant- Like Tim Holtz and some not so much. Wink of Stella individual colors for $4.54 blitsy.com/search?q=wink%20of%20stella . My point is that the color is that much more beautiful than anything else you have that to me it is worth $4...but I understand that $7 might be a little much....although I hear you can add water to the pen once it is empty and get more shimmer out of the same pen. I have several colors because they came in a set through Blitsy and I think the clear is by far the star of the line and the only one I would ever order again- I have gold, silver, pink, purple, clear, and ? can't remember.
Danee Kaplan
You also have to factor in the shipping rates for Blitsy, which start at $10 for international. That increases the Blitsy price by quite a bit.
Renee H I know...I was mainly writing all that for the people in the states.
Danee Kaplan Wink of Stella pens run $2.03 and the markers are $5.52 at the Joggles website.
Thank you, crafty ninja :)
thanks love it!!!
You are soooo great! And you know how much we like shiny/ sparkly! Thanks for your help in getting it cheaper!
love them!! TFS as always!}
I really don't know what wink of Stella is so I would say it's 50/50
Sorry - I typed Lindsay but it autocorrected for some reason. Autocorrect is my new worst enema!
Sandra Engstrom Sandra, ENEMAS are the worst! ;) lol... auto-correct got you again.
Hey I had the same idea! Lol!
Ok not entirely the same idea :) I put glycerine and pearl ex into a brush pen and I watercolour with it or put some shimmer on top of alcohol marker. I,m not sure it's as shimmery as the WoS, but it works for me
Sylvie Bern Do you have to rinse the tip after each use so that it doesn't clog?
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That looks like a mess. Don't think I need that, that bad.