Me TOO hi I'm Sassy, love🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤ your creations and feels nice, to spend time for ourselves. And the metals you use are awesome I'm sure there not xpensive. Thanks
@saltlifegull409122 күн бұрын
So appreciative! Thanks!! btw, is 91% alcohol just as good as 99%? Im new to this:)
@SargentBubblescom21 күн бұрын
Thanks for your comment! Yes, 91% will work as well as 99% alcohol. Just don't go below the 91%. Happy creating! ❤
@mywifetheartistАй бұрын
These are amazing. ❤❤❤
@SargentBubblescom23 күн бұрын
Thank you! ❤
@jaedo715 ай бұрын
I don’t mind when my wispies have a harder edge. They don’t all have to fade out on the edges. I’m doing terra cotta pots now too!!
@SargentBubblescom5 ай бұрын
I love it!
@crm2086 ай бұрын
Could you use triple thick on them after the inks are dry? 😘 Beautiful job, I would love to see you make pendants with them. Also would love to see you make them on the paper ☺️😘💕
@SargentBubblescom6 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Triple Thick is another great option - I only used UV resin because it cures so quickly. Thank you so much for your question - please let me know if you need anything else! ❤
@jaedo716 ай бұрын
I just got my UV light and resin from Hobby Lobby! Ready to go!
@SargentBubblescom6 ай бұрын
Wahoo!! You are going to have so much fun! Explore and experiment to your heart's content - and have a great time! 😁
@jaedo717 ай бұрын
I don’t like you can still see the ridges you made for the valleys.
@jaedo717 ай бұрын
“Sorry, that was my dog…” Great save! 💩💩
@jaedo717 ай бұрын
I just subscribed! I was just wondering if the gel activates the inks a little. Should I varnish first? Also do I need the UV lights for the resin? Thanks
@SargentBubblescom7 ай бұрын
You only need the lights if you are using UV resin. If you are going to use regular resin, then you just have to wait for the resin to cure (keep it flat and put an inverted box or something over the top so dust, animal hair, etc can't get into the resin) - if you use the UV resin, then you need the UV lights. No need to varnish before adding the resin - the resin does not activate the alcohol inks, so you are safe there. Watch the amount of resin you use - you'll use less than you think you need. I used a toothpick to spread out the resin on the washer. Using a toothpick also allows you to dome the resin nicely. If you wind up going the UV resin route, then the lightbox you need isn't really expensive - look on Amazon. It's the same lights one would use for a gel manicure.
@mikekearns61578 ай бұрын
Hi! I’m new to this…. I had to water down my craft paint because it was too thick. I think I may have put in too much water! Because the inside looks “crappy”. Will putting another coat - of thicker paint - fix the problem? Thank you!!
@SargentBubblescom8 ай бұрын
Hi there - I'm so glad you tried this! You can try adding another coat of paint; the problem is that it will stack up on top of the paint that shows. (I hope that makes sense.) I would try it to just see what happens being prepared to have to start over on another ornament. I sure hope it works for you! Please let me know if you have any more questions. Happy holidays!
@hollysmith71239 ай бұрын
Wrong kind of foil
@marybethday89759 ай бұрын
Slow down PLEASE
@tarabeard10 ай бұрын
Just discovered your channel. Loving this technique and how well you explain things. And the links are appreciated. I’m a card maker and I can definitely see using washers as embellishments. So many possibilities.
@SargentBubblescom10 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you can see the possibilities! I hope you find lots of use for these - they would be fantastic on cards! ❤ Thank you for your comment!
@suebrown788210 ай бұрын
Great idea! Maybe dots of pva glue could be applied to stick the foil as it dries clear? Here in the UK we can buy strands of wired tiny lights very cheaply - maybe one light inside each bauble would make a pretty hanging row of decorations?
@SargentBubblescom10 ай бұрын
I love the way you think, Sue! I'll try some pva glue to see if the foil will stick next time. And I love the idea about the lights! Very clever!
@bridgetwazitta11 ай бұрын
Love to see you make jewelery
@traceymahoney525811 ай бұрын
Hi, there brilliant. Have you ever put the inks inside them instead of the outside?
@SargentBubblescom11 ай бұрын
Yes - they wind up a muddy mess. At least, that was my experience. You also don't have the same control as pouncing the inks on. But whenever I dripped ink onto the inside, no matter how long I waited, they still globbed up and became a mess. Go ahead and give it a try tho - maybe you'll be much better at it than I was! I wish you the very best - no matter which technique you choose to try! 😊
@Naturally336 Жыл бұрын
Probably too long ago, but do you have an idea of why the blue was looking gritty? Is that just the way that brand acts?
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi there - I never figured that out. I guess it had something to do with how the blue and the paper played together. I wouldn't discount that brand entirely - they make good alcohol inks. It also may have been a fluke in my technique - I wasn't very experienced when I made this. (AT ALL.) I would chalk it up to use error more than anything. ;)
@Naturally336 Жыл бұрын
I tend to learn more from the trials then the ones that come out "perfect", so I appreciate that you put it out there! I had someone ask me once regarding the many different art forms I dabble in if I ever fail. I had honestly never thought about it and responded that "No, if it's not right, I'm not done". With this piece, it has some gorgeous potential! Try putting another thin layer over it and let the blue run through the rocks so it looks intentional. Then for the stripes, again another layer but intentionally let the colors streak together? Maybe with a little white to give it a kinda smokiness? Ok, I'm off to binge more of your vids, the few I've watched have hooked me. :)
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
You're so sweet! Thank you for saying my videos "hooked" you. That's really kind! I actually finished this piece and my daughter took it. That's one thing I can count on - my daughter thinks everything I make is pretty good (and she's not even legally blind!) so she winds up taking most of my art and hanging it in her apartment. It's nice that she feels that way. I appreciate you watching my videos and I hope you get something out of them. I am in the process of changing the channel over to purely soap making (well, and other beauty care items) so that will be next. I just have to find the time to edit all the videos I have made and turn them into something watchable! I hope you have a great day - and thank you again!
@foxlix648 Жыл бұрын
Don't stop being yourself explaining the way you are doing. It seems fun. Please, no explanations as if is brain surgery. I really like simple, & at the same time awesome teachings. Thanks...
@lucyhare5799 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the name Sargent Bubbles. Love the washers. Great job, great ideas.
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! New videos are coming soon so I hope you will stay tuned! ♥️
@jaynitremaine9428 Жыл бұрын
Hi there, love the video. Do the washers have to be stainless steel or can I use galvanised or zinc washers, many thanks. ❤
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi there - You can use any washers you want or have handy. I chose the ones I used because of weight. But you feel free to do you! You never know what you'll discover! I truly believe that you should use what you have on hand first - then, if those supplies don't work, move on. There are too many cool techniques you can discover by "coloring outside of the lines!" I hope this helps - good luck in creating! :)
@jeanbrezina7924 Жыл бұрын
what do you do to the back of the washer
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi there - You can color the back of the washer or cover it with decorative paper. (Like scrapbooking paper.) Or, leave them blank because no one will see the back. It's entirely up to you! I hope that helps. Thanks for commenting - have a great week!
@rendaowe Жыл бұрын
Yes, I’de like to see that as well, you making jewlery out of them. Never heard of Yupo, what is that? I see people totally using way too much ink, like they don’t know when to stop.
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hey! Thank you so much for commenting and subscribing -- that made my week! Yupo is a clothlike paper. It's expensive - you can get around 10 sheets for $20ish dollars. (At least, that's about what it was the last time I checked. Unfortunately, I have been out of the mixed media world for a bit. Fortunately, it's been onto a new adventure - soap making!) You can look for Yupo on Amazon; other craft suppliers usually have it. It's really just a glorified paper that alcohol ink works well on. But as I've shown in this series, many other surfaces can be used instead of Yupo. (At one point, Yupo was the go-to for alcohol inks.) I really hope this helps! If you have any other questions, please let me know. Have a great day!
@rendaowe Жыл бұрын
I loved this, I love using unusual things that people would never think of for really cute and original pieces. Had fun watching this, thanks hon, I subscribed to watch more of your ideas. Thanks for sharing. 👍🏼❤️😉
@renaeduran8049 Жыл бұрын
Please show us jewelry ideas
@robinhubbard5434 Жыл бұрын
What will you use on the back
@sharimcmahon2656 Жыл бұрын
Would love to see you make jewelry from the washers, can polymer clay be used to make bail, does it stick?
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi there! Thanks for your comment and question. I don't know why polymer clay wouldn't stick - if you have issues with it sticking then I would go ahead and make the bail out of pc, then use a dab of super glue or E6000 to glue it onto the washer. You could make some gorgeous, lightweight bails from polymer clay! Good luck with your adventures!
@debbayley2161 Жыл бұрын
Creative!
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting on our very primitive hijinks! 😊
@leeojascastro711 Жыл бұрын
I didn’t realize there were nylon washers. They must be great for layering, as they are lighter in weight.
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
That's why I like them - they don't weigh anything at all. They are fantastic for jewelry. I just wish they soaked up more of the color.
@lori-annlocke1958 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber. Love this idea
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Yay! Hopefully, we will post all sorts of new things you love! Thank you for subscribing!
@jeannettelounsberry2819 Жыл бұрын
How many ounces of base did you use??
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi there - this was so long ago that I can't remember. I want to say 2 oz as that's that I use now. I have actually turned this into a business so I am much better at it than the video portrays! I would use 2 oz. Thank you for commenting! 😊
@kriskriskris32 Жыл бұрын
Wow those are gorgeous! I'd love to give it a try
@joannelim8924 Жыл бұрын
Do we stillneed UV lights for the washers after applying the UV resin?
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi Joanne - you only need the UV lights to cure the UV resin if that's what you are using. (You don't need them at all if you are using regular resin.) Once you have cured the UV resin, you are finished with the lights. I hope that helps clear up a little of the confusion for you! Please ask if you have any other questions - and thanks for watching! ❤️
@kristendukes1480 Жыл бұрын
Mines not like that mines creamy like lotion I'm hoping it'll set.
@Skridles Жыл бұрын
Do you recommend a certain brand of the hard UV Resin?
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Hi Susan! I don't really have a favorite UV resin - as long as you ensure it's the hard type. If you purchase the soft variety, then it will never cure to a hard, durable finish. They have lots of brands on Amazon that are good. I just look for the cheapest or middle-of-the-road. No need to buy the most expensive. :) I hope that helps!
@Skridles Жыл бұрын
@@SargentBubblescom Thanks so much for the quick response!
@susanmott7341 Жыл бұрын
YES! let's see what you can make with these beautiful washers
@221b-Maker-Street Жыл бұрын
I think you need almost to have built up a series of layers of alcohol ink having dried them in between so they get to the point where they're layering over each other, for it to get that handy 'tacky' feel where foil will stick to it. You're understandably trying to speed things up for us on camera, which is never easy! Doing stuff at speed on camera and talking us through it is really difficult - people who've never done it underestimate the amount of things your brain is having to simultaneously process! 🤪 Either way, I think these all turned out absolutely _beautifully,_ and I'm definitely going to have a go at these for Christmas next year! Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with us. Good luck with with your Bubbles business! 🌲🙏🏼✨
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I think you are exactly right - trying to do techniques while filming is definitely not for the faint of heart! Lol Your kind comment made my day - thank you for chiming in, explaining things. I hope you do try these and that they work well for you. Happy New Year! ❤
@dianamefford404 Жыл бұрын
So why does my paint seem to separate after drying for awhile?
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
That's a good question. I haven't experienced this. Are you shaking the paint before using it and then giving it a couple of minutes for the bubbles (air) to settle? Maybe try cleaning the outside of the ornament with at least 91% isopropyl alcohol before painting? I would start there and see if either of those help. Happy New Year! ❤️
@gloriagiefer3013 Жыл бұрын
What is the point of putting the white paint on the inside if you're covering the outside and you don't see it
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
It provides an opaque base for the colors that go on the outside. Without it, the colors wouldn't be as strong and you could see through the ornament. Does that make sense?
@221b-Maker-Street Жыл бұрын
It makes the colours on the _outside_ really pop by giving them a white background. If you think of eg stained glass, it's always a window, so comes alive because it has a light coming through it for 'background'. Stained glass at night time doesn't look like much at all, but with the sun streaming through, it looks amazing. White paint is in effect, a form of 'backlighting' for your alcohol inks. In the same way that nearly all watercolours are painted on white paper - it makes the colours sing. 😊
@avigail5356 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing, the metal washers, is this the kind that you get in a hardware store like Home Depot? How do you treat the back? I love what you made of them, I’ll take a better look at my husband’s tool box... ;-)
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Oooh! The tool box is a fascinating place to find art supplies! Yes, those are the types of washers I used. Just plain old metal (or vinyl) washers from a hardware store. I don't treat the back, though you could decorate the backside as well if desired. I don't do anything to the back because the washers are heavy enough they don't "flip." Have a great time!
@PrincessDelSol Жыл бұрын
How do you seal them? So the alcohol ink doesn’t come off. Thank you
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
The alcohol ink doesn't come off - there's no need for a sealer. It's one of the cool things about AI! Just apply your inks and let them dry...you're finished. Easy, huh? :)
@eileenpenland Жыл бұрын
What do you do on the back of the washer
@SargentBubblescom Жыл бұрын
Leave it blank - no one will see the back. If you're that concerned about it you can always do the back as well, or add a disk of decorative paper to it and put some Diamond Glaze over the top of it.
@cherlp6346 Жыл бұрын
No wonder you wasted so much paint and it took so many coats, you just put the product in and let it sit. You need to swirl it around and coat the inside so the paint goes on the decoration then turn it over and let the paint that’s left drip out on the paper towel. Try it you see you have much better results, works perfect for me.
@isabellrc Жыл бұрын
I adore these; very easy to understand, create… Beautiful