Altenew Academy · Online Class

Crafting 101 - Alcohol Markers Online Cardmaking Class

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Lessons
1 Pre-recorded Video
Level
Beginner
Format
Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
What's in the kit?
  • Rock Garden Artist Alcohol Markers Set D
  • Summer Dreams Fresh Dye Ink Permanent Black
  • Botanical Elegance: Capture the Colors of Nature Alcohol Marker Coloring Sheets
Description

Welcome to the 6th segment of our Crafting 101 class series! Curated specifically for those who are starting brand-new with our Alcohol Markers, which are alcohol-based markers, this class series will provide all the basics any newbies should know when getting started.

In this particular class, we will learn all essential things about our Alcohol Markers - from different shades, complementing alcohol inks/refills to basic alcohol marker skills! We will also make a fun project using products featured in the class. Come join us in this fun craft beginner class!

Instructors: Gayatri Murali

Class Level: Beginner

Related Class: For the Love of Color Online Cardmaking Class | Magical Marker Techniques Online Cardmaking Class| Creative Coloring with Artist Markers Online Cardmaking Class


This is an independent class: sign up for the class and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!

  • Students will enjoy lifetime access to all the class materials after signing up for the class.
  • Enjoy exclusive class contents whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!

Class Features:

  • One in-depth, step by step video tutorial with an exclusive project
  • Take the class at your convenience, anytime, anywhere!
  • Inspiration filled high-quality project photos

 

Lifetime access

Revisit every lesson, forever.

Downloadable resources

Printable instructions

Community

Share work in the student gallery.

About this class

Smooth seamless blending with alcohol-based markers!

Ready to bring your stamped images to life with bold, vibrant color? Learn the basics of alcohol marker shading and seamless blending to create smooth, dimensional artwork!

What you'll learn

  • Choose light, medium, and dark marker shades confidently.
  • Blend smooth color gradients without leaving harsh lines.
  • Select marker-friendly inks and cardstock for best results.
  • Fix minor coloring mistakes using colorless blender pens.
  • Add soft shadows and bright highlights to stamped florals.
  • Color crisp line-art stamps with complete confidence.
Crafting 101 - Alcohol Markers Online Cardmaking Class class schedule

How it works

Your creative journey at Altenew Academy

A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.

Enroll instantly

Pick your class, check out in seconds, and get lifetime virtual access.

Watch & learn

Stream crisp HD video lessons taught by top papercraft artists. Pause, rewind, go at your pace.

Create with confidence

Follow printable guides, color maps, and cut files as you craft alongside each lesson.

Share your work

Post your finished projects in the student gallery and celebrate with fellow makers.

Your instructor

Learn from the best

Discover the mentor behind your learning journey — sharing knowledge, guiding your growth, and helping you succeed every step of the way.

Gayatri Murali

Gayatri Murali

Cardmaker

Gayatri resides in Australia with her husband and children. She adores all things paper crafting and found her start using scrapbook pages. Now, she's a jack of many trades!

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all. Each lesson walks you through techniques, making these classes beginner-friendly while offering fresh inspiration for experienced crafters.

On-demand classes feature pre-recorded video lessons ranging from 1 to 10 lessons focused on specific techniques or creative themes. Once enrolled, you can log into your Altenew Academy account and learn at your own pace.

No. On-demand classes are completely self-paced. You can pause, rewind, rewatch, and fit your crafting journey into your personal schedule whenever inspiration strikes.

You receive lifetime virtual access upon enrollment. The video lessons and downloadable resources stay in your Altenew Academy account so you can revisit them whenever you like.

The Class Pass Only option gives you full digital access to all pre-recorded video lessons and downloadable guides. If you want supplies delivered to your door, choose the Class Pass + Kit option to receive the curated materials needed to craft right along with the instructor.

What makers say

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What students say about this class.

Customer Reviews

Based on 21 reviews
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Linda
Great class.

This is a great refresher class for me--and another way to use my alcohol markers. Love the outcomes. Great projects.

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K.J.
Great class

I love using alcohol markers and this is a wonderful class

F
Fanny
Free

love the free classes. Allows me to learn techniques and puts my supplies to good use! Thanks.

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Phyllis Heede
Alcohol markers

I have never tried alcohol markers and it was good to see the difference between using one shade all the way up to 4 shades!

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Angie
Crafting 101

Awesome, clear and concise