All About Alcohol Inks for Personalization

What are alcohol inks?

Alcohol inks are highly pigmented, fast-drying inks used primarily on non-porous surfaces such as acrylic, glass, ceramic, aluminum, and more. They're perfect for creating vibrant, fluid, and artistic effects — ideal for modern, eye-catching personalization.

💡 Why use alcohol inks for personalization?

• Vibrant, blendable colors
  Achieve gradients, watercolor, marble, or galaxy effects with just a few drops.

• Versatility
  Works great on acrylic, metal, ceramic, glass, resin, and Yupo paper.

• Unique finishes
  No two pieces look alike — perfect for custom, one-of-a-kind items.

• Compatible with other techniques
  Combine with foiling, engraving, resin, or hand-lettering for stunning results.

🛠️ Tips for using alcohol inks

• Wear gloves and a mask: inks have strong fumes and evaporate quickly.

• Always apply on clean, dry, non-porous surfaces.

• Use a blending solution to control movement, mix colors, or clean tools.

• For fine details: use brushes, felt applicators, or an air blower.

• Seal the finished piece with a UV-resistant spray or clear varnish.

🧠 Did you know?

Alcohol inks can turn a simple clear acrylic keychain into an abstract mini masterpiece with just three colors and good blending. It’s a magical way to elevate small pieces!

✨ How I use them in my creations

At Destellos by Gema, I use alcohol inks to bring bold color and artistry to pieces like:

• Artistic keychains with “smoke” effects

• Organizer bases

• Decorative letters

• Marbled acrylic boxes

• Abstract accents on cake toppers

• Unique backgrounds for charms