Category: Copics

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Copic Storage

I have written a lot of tutorials on Copic markers.  I have talked about how to buy them and how to blend them and I have answered questions about which colors go together, which ones to add to a set, where to put highlights and how to shade specific images.  But I am pretty sure that the number one question has been what are you storing your markers in?  There seems to be a lot of curiosity about my bag.

So to answer the question for all of you that have asked and for all that are curious it is a combination of two bags.  I use Copic wallets to hold my markers.  They are designed for the job and hold the markers using minimal space; they stack nicely together and travel well.

When my collection grew out of a single 72 count wallet then I went looking for a bag that would carry the wallets neatly.  I discovered I had the perfect solution already in my home.  I have a 31 bag that fits two Copic wallets perfectly.  It actually looks like it was made to hold them.  The name of the bag has changed and the pockets on the side have changed more than once as well.  But 31 bags still carry the size.  The dimensions of the bag are 13” W x 6.5” D x 8” H.   The beauty of the system is I can tip the bag on its side and if the wallets are opened with their flaps tucked in I can have easy access to all of my markers right at my desk, in fact mine sits right at my shoulder within easy reach.

Then if I am going to a crop I grab the handles of the 31 Bag and carry the markers out with no packing or re-bagging.

My collection has held stable now at 3 Copic 72 count wallets which meant I had to go in search one more time for a carrying bag.  31 bags came to the rescue again but when I last looked they discontinued the size.  Just in case they bring it back the bag that I think works great for my 3 Copic wallets is 12”x12”x9”.  This bag has the same qualities of the first sitting on its side and being ready to carry out any time.  This larger bag has a little bit of wiggle room but to me is still the best thing for storing and traveling with my markers.

Copic of course makes a large bag that comes with baskets that can hold an entire collection.  It will also hold either the Copic plastic cases or the Copic wallets quite well it is just quite a bit bigger than what I need.  There are also tons of desk top storage ideas and homemade carrying ideas for Copics check out Pinterest for some great ideas!

Happy Wednesday all!

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Copic Blog Hop!

Good morning and welcome to a very special blog hop!  I am excited to announce my participation and publication in the new Copic Coloring Guide, Level 3: People!

Authors Colleen Schaan and Marianne Walker have partnered up again with the team at Annie’s and some of the most talented artists and designers in the industry to bring you a quality publication packed full of techniques, theory, tutorials, and inspiration.  The 64-page book is the next step in the Coloring Guide series, offering information and educational material for crafters of all skill levels.

From the how and why behind picking colors and coloring skin to the tips and techniques for coloring hair to the helpful hints on how to create realistic looking clothing and fabric, this book presents information in an easy-to-follow format.

An included CD contains all of the hand-drawn images used in the tutorial section of the book, along with the assembly instructions for all of the projects, and a number of blank reference charts.

Each participating designer is hopping today to give you a peak at their favorite project from the book – and a chance to WIN your own autographed copy!
Here is one of the projects I have in the new book, the beautiful stamp is from A Day For Daisies.

To help kick off the celebration of the new book… each designer on the hop is giving away an autographed copy of the book…signed not only by Colleen and Marianne, but by the individual designer too!  Please comment on this post for your chance to win your copy of mine!  Commenting will be closed midnight Friday October 26.  Winners will be announced on the individual designer’s blog.

 

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Can’t wait for your copy?

Copic Coloring Guide Level 3: People is now available at many stamping and scrapbooking stores. Visit your local store today and ask about availability.  It is also sold through the Annie’s catalog, accessible online at Annie’s.

For those of you visiting my blog for the very first time please consider subscribing to my mailing list over at the right.  I only send out about 4-5 notes a year announcing the on-line classes I am teaching and the projects I am involved in like this amazing blog hop! In January I will be teaching a new Copic Ink Effects class and you could be one of the first to hear about it and get in on the early bird deal!