Hello there! Thank you so much for stopping by today to help celebrate Alcohol Marker Release from Altenew. This is something completely new and absolutely incredible! I remember how excited I was when Altenew came out with their first ink pads 2 years ago – they did not disappoint one bit. Hopefully, these markers won’t either (I am extremely happy with them so far).
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I’ll admit, I was very skeptical about these markers from Altenew. I have Copics, I have Chameleon Pens, I even have Trimcraft First Edition Markers (also alcohol based). I didn’t think I’d like these by Altenew. But you never judge the book by its cover (not that there’s something wrong with the “cover” of these markers). I gave them a try – and oh boy!
I first tested these markers on a piece of Simon’s 120 LB White Cardstock (I love this paper for Copic coloring) – I colored from light to dark to see how the colors would blend, tried both nibs to see how they apply ink. I loved the result!
Next, I grabbed a sheet of Neenah Solar White paper (this is my most used paper for stamping) and stamped Altenew Adore You flowers and leaves using Simon’s Intense Black ink.
You can use these markers with Altenew existing inks for “no-line coloring” technique. You do have to use alcohol-friendly ink to color with these, so you can’t stamp ouline images with Altenew crisp dye inks and color, the outline will bleed.
The marker set being released today contains reds, blues and greens so I decided to use reds and greens to color my images. I went with “from dark to light” application and first added my darkest color, next my medium and blended everything with the lightest. I later came in with the darkest color again to intensify the shadows.
I did find those harder to blend on Neenah vs Simon’s 120 LB paper, but it’s harder to blend Copics there too. I will definitely have to play with these markers some more to learn more about them, but my initial impression is WOW.
One of the reasons I was on the fence about these at first is I decided to really commit to growing my Copic collection and to get to know my Copic markers better (I recently did Favorite Copic Color Combo chart & post). This was just my personal reason. Nonetheless, these markers from Altenew are a great alternative to Copics. I don’t want to do a comparison, but I will say – they are really great (and nobody is asking me to say/write this, I truly enjoyed using them). One thing I loved – the colors, like with Altenew inks, are grouped together for easy blending. I don’t know how well future colors will blend (and I don’t know if there will be future colors or if there will be re-inkers or replacement nibs), but they do take the guesswork of what colors to use together now.
I cut my colored images out and used a black marker to color the edges of the paper to hide the white. This set comes with a black marker, so I didn’t even have to reach for my Copic black. I also used a white gel pen and drew white dots in the flower centers.
I went with my Perfect Cardmaking formula and used an elegant gold trim, pretty paper – Spicy Yogurt, foam mounted flowers and leaves on top, added a simple Thank You sentiment and finished this card off with a few Rose Gold sequins and clear droplets from Pretty Pink Posh.
Before I go here’s a photo of my initial test doodling/drawing/sketching with these markers. I always appreciate photos like these, so I hope you’ll find it useful too (click to enlarge):
ALTENEW ALCOHOL MARKERS
Here’s a bit of info about these from Altenew:
Altenew Artist Markers are alcohol-based, allowing you to beautifully blend colors to any stamped images. Our various range of stamps is perfect for these markers. You can also easily pair them with our Crisp Dye Inks to take your coloring to the next level! The colors in this set are designed to be as close as possible to our existing ink colors, so you can take the color guessing game out of the way when coloring.
Altenew Artist Marker Set A features: Alcohol Based, Brush tip and fine tip on each end, Organically designed for easy gripping.
Included colors: Frosty Pink, Coral Berry, Ruby Red, Grapevine, Frayed Leaf, Forest Glades, Evergreen, Jet Black, Sea Glass, Ocean Waves, Dusk, Dessert Night.Price: $44.99 ($3.75 each)
GIVEAWAY (NOW CLOSED)
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to THREE lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew blog by Monday, January 16th at 11:59 pm EST for a chance to win. The winners will be announced on the Altenew blog on Wednesday, January 18th.
I also have a $30 gift certificate to give away to one lucky blog-hopper! Leave a comment below and let me know if you already have any alcohol-based markers in your stash!
I’ll randomly pick the winner and e-mail winner (I’ll also post winner’s name here in this blog post) on Tuesday, January 17th.
Winner is D.Ann C. Congratulations!
Thank you, everyone, for your comments, I enjoyed reading them.
SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Altenew Artist Marker Set A Shop at: AN |
 Altenew Adore You Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Label Love Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Grapevine Crisp Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Fenstone Decorative Element Shop at: AN |
 Altenew Spicy Yogurt Cardstock Shop at: AN |
 Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Sakura Quickie Glue Pen Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Pretty Pink Posh 4MM Clear Droplets (small) Shop at: SSS |
 Pretty Pink Posh 6MM Metallic Rose Gold Sequins Shop at: SSS | PPP |
 Pretty Pink Posh 4mm Metallic Rose Gold Sequins Shop at: SSS | PPP |
 Uni-ball Pen Signo Gel White Two Pack Shop at: SSS |
 Best Creation Big Squares 3D Foam Tape Adhesive Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Martha Stewart Mini Scoring Board Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 EK Success Craft Tweezers Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Crystal Ninja Crystal Katana Mixed Media Pick Up Tool Shop at: SSS | AZ |
BLOG HOP
Let’s get inspired together! Join our blog hop!
Next stop on this hop is Yoonsun Hur. Start over at Altenew Blog.
Lovely card! I currently do not have any alcohol based markers in my crafting supplies. I think that I need to learn how to colour with other mediums before investing in markers.
Gorgeous card as usual. I’ve always avoided alcohol ink markers because of the expense. These are looking more affordable and the right amount of colors to try.
Love the way you colored! So beautiful! Great inspiration!Thanks for sharing and the chance to win!
God bless!
EXQUISITE!
super elegant, super beautiful card!
Wow!!! Simply gorgeous especially with the gold accent love it!! I’m such a fan of your work!!
Just beautiful!
I do not have any alcohol markers. Altenew was very smart to come out with a collection of colors. I’d love the chance to purchase my first alcohol markers 🙂 Thank you for the inspiration!
Absolutely stunning! Beautiful colours!
As usual another beautiful card!! Thanks for sharing the doodling. I don’t have any alcohol markers but I told myself that I was going to try colouring this year so im planning on getting a few to get me started. I’m really liking what I’ve seen and heard of these
Beautiful. I currently have spectrum noir markers.
Always love your work Yana. Very beautiful
Love it! Especially the gold accent piece. Thanks for the inspiration and the chance to win.
I have some cheepo alcohole-base markers that have frustrated me greatly…Altenew’s markers are On their way to me now:))) Hoping to have happier results without the frustration of choosing the right color to blend!
You make such beautiful things!
Gorgeous card! And thanks for the honest run down. I have Spectrum Noir markers and I was happy with them until I used a Copic and realised how different the brush nib is (Specrums have a chisel and bullet nib). So now I am considering my options!!
Beautiful card, Yana! Also, thanks for your “perfect card” combo advise 🙂 Currently I don’t have alcohol-based markers, only distress markers, but I would love to try using them.
Gorgeous card! The combination of red, black and gold is just perfect!
Thank you for all the info! I haven’t used alcohol based markers yet but have been considering getting them. I’m thinking these might be good to start with and see what I think.
Beautiful card! Love your perfect card making formula! Thanks for your input on the new markers.
Beautiful card and your photo staging is incredible.
Beautiful card! These markers have gorgeous colors and I can see how well they blend from your wonderful project, thanks for sharing your experience with this new product, so very helpful!
Yana, this is so beautiful!!!
Beautiful bright colors for you flowers. I love that shade of red and your presentation with the gold embellishment is perfect. Thank you.
Your card is beautiful and elegant! You have great skill at coloring, thanks for sharing the process.
What a pretty and elegant card!
very pretty. I love seeing everything everyone is doing with the markers.
Very pretty card. I currently do not have any alcohol markers.
Yana, I loved your post today – lots of great information! Thx you sharing your Perfect Card Making Formula as well.
Beautiful card! Love how you colored the flower.
Just beautiful! I just love everything you do!!
How beautiful! Love the white details!
I have Spectrum Noir alcohol pens. Your card is lovely.
Your cards never disappoint! Simply beautiful!
Gorgeous card! Lovely colors with the new fab markers!!
Gorgeous card and thank you for the honest post. I do not have any real alcohol markers except for Bic Mark It markers.
I love these markers!
Yana, thanks for sharing your doodling and practice with the markers along with the card you made! I have enjoyed many of your cards and am going to have to try out your formula for myself too! I am loving the colors of the Altenew markers!!
Beautiful cards. I have never used alcohol markers before but am looking forward to trying these.
Yana, I miss seeing you on the Altenew blog and was so happy to see you participating in this hop. This is another beauty and I love your tried and true card making formula! Although I do not use alcohol markers (I’m not an artist), I do appreciate the limited color choices and that they compliment Altenew’s dye inks…less is more!
Wishing you continued success and artistic growth!
So pretty! Love the dimension you achieved in the coloring!
I have some copics but not many as they are very pricey for me. I’ve just ordered these Altenew markers and will be excited to try them
Simple and Elegant card, Yana 🙂
I do own Chameleon markers but yet to give it a try as offsite am love doing watercoloring.
Wow! Your coloring is amazing. Such a pretty card design with many layers. I love the touch of gold that draws the eye in to the beautifully colored flower with the white gel pen on top! Thanks for sharing.
I have a few Copic markers and a few Spectrum Noir alcohol marers, but have not splurged on either, but these markers look amazing. . . .your card and tag are just popping with color
Lovely card. I can’t wait to try these. Fabulous product for us newbies who want to try alcohol markers.
Thanks for sharing your pretty card – I love the coral-coloured sentiment – and for sharing your thoughts/impressions about the new Altenew markers: so helpful!
Wowza! You have done these markers absolute justice!!! I bet these markers are already fantastic but your colouring and card is just fabulous. Hugs Jo
Such a Gorgeous Card! I don’t own any alcohol markers, but they are on my wishlist!
Absolutely gorgeous card, love the golden detail, I need to get this amazing die cuts.
I don’t own any alcohol markers, I’ve always been intimidated by them, the sheer amount of colors for each family is way to much. This new markers from Altenew take the guess work out of the equation thus making it easier and simpler to use.
Thank you for the chance to win.
Hugs,
Maria Rodriguez.