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Recently I was gifted with some (totally awesome) gel pens. Such a flash back! We used these all the time in junior high. What I have now discovered, that I was unaware of all those years ago - gel pens blend REALLY WELL! It's super easy, and I can't wait to share the how-to with you all.
Supplies:
Gel Pens - I'm using Gelly Roll. They have always been my favorite.
Quality, thick paper - Like the paper you find in Archer and Olive sketchbooks. Wet gel is like paint, and you really need a paper without a tooth (for maximum smooth) and thick enough to withstand the ink.
Paper towel or rag - This will be getting ink on it.
Before getting started: This works best with two colors that are close to each other on the color wheel. Although, I have had some success working with two colors on opposite sides.
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Step 1:
Start with your lighter color ink. Draw the entire shape you would like to apply the gradient to.
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Step 2:
Apply your darker ink on top of the lighter ink in the areas you would like the darker ink to appear at 100%, as well as the area you would like the gradients to appear.
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Step 3:
With your lighter pen, go over the areas you would like only the gradient to appear. Continue drawing over the area until you create a gradient you are happy with. Wipe off any excess ink that appears on the tip with a rag.
I didn’t know you could do that! Thought i needed a special blender or something
22 Aug 2022Michelle
Wow thank you so much it is so creative yet so easy.
25 Aug 2022A.Npupplover
By the way do you know what pens you use?
25 Aug 2022A.Npuppylover
Love the awesome technique!
28 Apr 2021Harper
Amazing! I never knew you could make gradients with gel pens!
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You loved gel pens from the Messy Box and December Subscription Box, so we combined the two sets together to form this stunning rainbow gel pen set. These rainbow bright colored gel pens are not only gorgeous, but are smooth and sleek to write with....
You are purchasing the September 2024 Subscription box. What can you expect with the Archer & Olive Subscription: A special coupon code each quarter as a thank you for being a subscriber Each quarter, you can expect an exclusive, curated experience focused on journaling,...
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I didn’t know you could do that! Thought i needed a special blender or something
Wow thank you so much it is so creative yet so easy.
By the way do you know what pens you use?
Love the awesome technique!
Amazing! I never knew you could make gradients with gel pens!