Glow in the Dark Novelties/Toys

Glowing Yoyo
This is a yo-yo I painted using your wonderful glow powders
Directions to create this yo-yo:

1. Acquire a clear yo-yo. We will be painting the inside only. Disassemble yo-yo and set aside the string, bearing, spacers, o-rings and pogs.
2. Use masking tape to protect areas that won't be painted. Clean the surface to be painted with a small sponge, soap and water. (yo-yos typically have a release coating to aid in removing them from the mold in the factory, if not removed paint won't stick evenly.)
3. Rinse and let dry.
4. Spray lightly with a clear Krylon acrylic paint. Let dry completely. (about an hour)
5. All the paint I use is acrylic. I like it because it's easy to use and clean up. If you aren't happy with your results, hot water and dish soap will take it off. Yet once it dries, it's tough and slightly flexible (it won't crack).
6. Mix readysetglo glow pigment with clear gloss acrylic medium. ( Tip: You can find it at any art supply store near you. Buy a small bottle (4 or 8oz.) Yo-yos don't need much paint.)
7. I use one part glow pigment to two parts medium for a thick strong glowing layer, one part pigment to ten parts medium for a thin nearly clear layer. I find quality improves if you mix it up a couple of hours before I plan to paint.
8. Use an artist's paintbrush or toothpick to apply to your yo-yo. Artistic talent is not required, abstract designs look great. Wait several hours between layers to allow paint to dry completely, overnight is ideal.
9. When you're done painting, remove the masking tape (an X-acto knife or razor blade can help) and reassemble the yo-yo.

Taa-daa! You've created your own unique custom painted yo-yo! Congratulations.

Tips:
If using regular acrylic paint, mix it down with gloss medium to provide transparency else your glow won't show.
An airbrush can help with the non-glow layers, spray lightly to get a nice color layer without blocking the glow.
Most important tip: have fun!

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Glow in the Dark Painted Toy Pony



"I used every color that you had available red,orange,green,blue, aqua, and purple. I mixed the powders with acrylic clear paint and went over previously painted stars and moon patterns. The result is a wonderful horse of a different color that can be played with many children young and old. This is a custom pony that can be played with and glows beautifully." Jennifer Janesak

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Glow in the Dark KeyChain



I mixed pigment with "yelloway" UV absorbing nail polish, and applied it in the circular depression on the back of a Photon III light with a toothpick. I keep the light on my keychain, and the glowspot helps me to find the light if I need it. I used orange for my red light, and aqua for my turquoise one, so I can tell which is which.  Sierra

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More Glow in the Dark Jigs



These glow jigs are fantastic for catching specked perch (crappie) day and especially at night. Paint mixed with 25% powder 75% clear nail polish.

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More Glow in the Dark Lure



Mike painted this lure with aqua for some nice results!