Do you want some colouring inspiration for alcohol markers? Today I have 2 SIMPLE ideas to share with you…
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You may already know that I LOVE to colour… but, I also know that it can feel intimidating. And these new colours in the Cottage Garden Set are divine!! Today I share 2 ideas to create some beautiful cards, colouring with alcohol markers, but it’s easy because ALL the hard work is done before you start 🤔.
Idea #1 – 3D Embossing Folders
Have you ever thought about adding simple colouring to a 3D image created with and embossing folder? The impression is already there ready for you to use. I usually start with a lighter colour marker and then use a darker shade for the centre of the petals to add depth.
No guess work, and it doesn’t have to be perfectly blended and coloured. In fact, a sketchy look almost gives it that ‘watercolour’ finish.
BONUS IDEA: You can also use the markers to add extra details, like I did in the centre of these flowers.
Idea #2 – Die Cut Images
Another quick way to add colouring with alcohol markers is to colour directly onto a die cut image like these butterflies. After die cutting in white 80lb cardstock, I started colouring with my lightest marker first. Then I came in with some shading and blended different colours for variation.
The great thing about markers is that they are very forgiving. Don’t forget that a lighter marker will ‘remove’ colour, or you could use a Colorless Blender to fix any errors.
PRO TIP: You could also reverse the process and colour a piece of cardstock first, then die cut the image, each way will give you a unique and beautiful result.
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Are you ready to colour with your alcohol markers? If so, don’t forget to share with me on Social Media, I’d love to see what you are making and what inspires you!
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Artist Markers: Cottage Garden Set N – Y202,301,615,725,803 | C027,030,031 Set C – R902.
 Wings & Petals ALT |  Set N Cottage Garden ALT |  Neenah Solar 80 AMZ | SSS | Neenah Solar 110 AMZ | SSS |
 Obsidian ALT | SSS |  Embossing Ink ALT | SSS |  Dew Drops ALT | SSS |  Ink Blending Tool ALT | SSS |
 Antique Gold Spray ALT | SSS |  Gel Pen ALT | SSS |  Colorless Blender ALT |  Antique Gold ALT |
 WOW Heat Tool SSS |  Tweezers ALT | SSS |  Scissors SSS |  Bone Folder Altenew ALT |
9″ Fiskars Paper Trimmer AMZ | SSS |  Bigshot SSS |  Zig Chisel Glue Pen SSS |  Glue Tape ALT | SSS |
 Foam Tape ALT | SSS |  Satin Masking Tape ALT |
Two very pretty cards, Therese!
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thank you my pretty (birthday girl) friend!
Exceptional coloring, Therese! Beautiful cards!
Thank you Lisa, but it’s all smoke and mirrors, the embossing folder and the die cut did all the hard work here lol.
Wow! These cards are gorgeous! Beautiful watercoloring!
Thank you Lauryne!
What a soft, lovely card, Therese!
Thank you Kay!
Wow! You surprised me with that embossing folder card, it turned out amazing. You are beyond talented.
You are beyond amazing too my friend, always an inspiration, LOVE that pine cone card, it’s brilliant!
WOW! Your coloring is unreal! I love the butterflies! JUST STUNNING!
thank you so much Meghan!
Beautiful cards. I have not colored my embossing folder images directly, but I see how beautiful they can be! Yours are perfect, and I love those colors!
Dorothy Ayotte
Thank you Dorothy! They have coordinating stencils too, so it’s easy to blend and colour them also!
I love your cards! Beautiful coloring!
Thank you Verna!
Both cards are beautiful! I love coloring on 3D embossing folders but definitely need a stencil to help me achieve that! I love when Altenew comes out with a new folder with stencils to color!
I agree, they are a great combination and can be afforable too!
Beautiful colouring. Those flower centers look amazing
Thank you so much Christine!
Wow, stunning cards! The dimension you created on the flowers is gorgeous!
Thank you Stacey!
How on earth was I the first “like”? Well, I am honored to have been! Your cards are stunning. Those butterflies are breathtaking!
Lori S in PA
You know you are my fave Lori, thank you so very much!
Gorgeous cards, my friend. 💜🌺
thank you Mari!
I love the coloring for the embossed flowers! Great combo on the butterflies.
So glad you like it Ms. Tamp!
Gorgeous cards! Love them both, but that colored embossed one….YOWZA! I was going to look for that stamp and die set lol So pretty!
I agree, it’s so very pretty! Love the sentiments in the set too!
Beautiful cards Therese! The colors are so beautiful and your coloring is phenomenal! Thanks for the inspiration!
thank you Liz, it was easy to do as I just coloured the embossed folder and the die cuts!
Both cards are absolutely gorgeous! Love the colors.
Thank you Jeanne!
Absolutely lovely cards; love the soft colors!
Thanks Gayle!
Beautiful cards! I love the colored embossed panel.
Thanks Laurie!
Amazing alcohol coloring! Love the beautiful makes you made!
Thank you Shannon!
Love your ideas
Thank you Karin!
Wonderful pair of cards. As usual your gracious sharing of tips and ideas is so thoughtful.
Crafty hugs
Thank you my friend x
so beautifully done on all your gorgeous cards Therese. Looks like I’ll be buying myself some new goodies for Christmas!
So glad you like them Dawn!
Wow! You always create such beautiful projects! I love both cards, but those multi-colored butterflies steal the show! Gorgeous!
Thank you so very much x
Wow! That butterfly card is amazing.
Thank you, I’m very happy you liked them!
I LOVE the color combination in the Cottage Garden marker set! So very “autumnal” 🙂
Thanks June x
Your flowers and butterflies are AMAZING. I LOVE how you shaded them!
Thank you Sharon!
Gorgeous cards! I love the flowers and the butterflies!
Thank you Denise!
Outstanding and clever technique, I love your work so much. You are so inspiring! Hugs xx
Thank you my friend!
Great tips, as always, Therese! Your cards are beautiful! I haven’t tried my markers on an embossed panel, but plan to try it. I did enjoy coloring a die cut as it just wasn’t as intimidating, for some reason, as it is to color stamped images. Coloring is SO not my skill!
These are great ways to use markers if you don’t feel like colouring is your strong suit. The basic elements are there, it’s just putting marker to paper really! So glad you enjoyed it Greta!
Here’s the deal with butterflies 🦋, so beautiful but some are bothered by the juicy middle body 😂 My mom and friend recently shared how they don’t like them. I need the image to show more wing and less middle AND not look like an outdated “old lady cardâ€. Ha ha! Thanks for sharing your beautiful creations! â¤ï¸
I agree, it’s all about the ‘wing’, that seems to be the prettiest part I agree Melanie 😉!
Love this card.
Thank you!
Beautiful cards. Love the embossing folder coloring idea, must try that.
Thanks Laura, hope you have fun colouring!
Beautifully done! I love the colors you chose.
Thank you so very much!