Copic FAQ
 

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So you've been hearing about these markers....

You can find lots of Copic Chatter here.

What is the difference between the types of Copic markers?
Sketch vs. Ciao

What�s the best for card making?

Getting Started
I�m a beginner � what colors do I need?

What paper and ink do I use?

What does the blender pen do?

Stampin� Up! color comparisons?

Where can I find the Copic Color Chart?

Storage
How do you store your Copic markers?
Lots of ideas here, here and here (each one a different thread link).

Refills
How do I refill my markers?

Are CIAOs refillable? How do I do it?

Air brushing
Airbrush with CIAO?

Airbrush with the canned air system?

Are you a visual learner?
Here are tons of YouTube tutorials featuring Copic markers.

Here are some tutorial from the Splitcoaststampers Resources Page, too:
Creating texture with Copics
Misting with Alcohol Markers
Crayon Resist
Coloring with Copics

For still MORE information and in-depth tutorials
Here's a link to my blog.

You rock Marianne! This is fabulous to have all in one place. :)

I couldn't have done it without the help of all the fabulous people here at SCS :) I just hope this helps people feel more creative and less frustrated.

Fabulous idea! One stop, all the information in one spot. Thanks SCS!!! :)

You are a craft artiste !! I bow down before you....no matter how hard I try to shade, it comes out all flat. Maybe I will put it under my pillow and osmosis will get it to my teeny tiny brain. Hey, a gal can hope !

This is awesome! thanks marianne!! :)

Finally, a Copic sticky! Thanks so much!

Becky

This is a GREAT resource Marianne... thanks!

Woot Woot awesome. *happy dance*

YAY!! Thanks, Marianne!

Great thread!

subscribing

You guys need to really thank Lori, Jenn, and Daven for setting this up. Having it in one place helps me as well as you guys. Then, if you want more advanced coloring ideas go dig around my blog. :)

subbing! Awesome!

This is a great thread, thanks for starting it. Will you be at the Copic class on Friday at CHA, Marianne?

Nope. Sorry :( I don't fly in until Friday evening. I'll be setting up the Copic Booth and visiting the certification class and the SCS booth on Saturday though. I'll be around, but I'll also be all over the place :)

Way to go Marianne and SCS....all those awesome deets in one place....woohoo!

I love it!! Thanks so much!!

Has anybody compiled a list of the Copic Sketch marker colors that are available at Archivers?

I think this may be what you are looking for!

http://paperfections.typepad.com/pap...s-project.html

You Rock
 

I have about 20 of the sketch markers and 32 should be here tomorrow. Can't wait to play. I have read your blog several times and watched your videos.Thanks for all of your help.

Well, that's the Hobby Lobby list. That's a great resource too, but Archiver's has a different selection - at least mine does. The selection available at Archiver's may vary from location to location for all I know. Thanks though!

Looking for Popular Copic Color Combo chart
 

Last week I printed off an awesome chart called "Popular Copic Color Combos" I cant find where I printed it from and I want to send the link to my niece.

Can someone help me, please?

Bonnie

PS My nephew is going to shoot me for enabling his wife with the Copic craze!! :D

GREAT! Thats it. Thanks

Bonnie

Riley Coloring?
 

Has anyone seen a tutorial on coloring Rileys? (using Copics)

Bonnie

Woo hoo PERFECT! Thanks

Bonnie

Does anyone know what a good darker green would blend with YG03 and YG07?

Thank you for any help.
Kari

YG03, YG07, G28. I know it breaks the form, but it will blend well, trust me.

Thank you so much Marianne, I really appreciate your help.

Do you have any suggestions for partnering up with BG13 & BG45.

Thank You,
Kari

You might try going to BG09 or BG18. If that's not dark enough then add the G28 as well.

Thanks Marianne, that really helps. Ok a few more for you because you are on a roll and I bought my first batch of copics without a real plan of blending...

Lighter and Darker colors to work with Y38
Lighter and Darker to go with B26
Lighter Orange to go with YR09

Thank you so much for your help, it is so appreciated.
Kari

Y38, Y15 and YR04 or YR16 (a little darker)
B26, B24, B21, B29
YR09, YR04

Thank you so much Marianne for all of the help. You are the Copic Guru.

Kari

question--can I use the standard fine replacement nibs that are for the original markers in the sketch markers? I don't think I'll ever use the broad nib on the other end of the sketch, but if I can put fine nibs in, I think I would use them... does anyone know?

The only replacement nib that works in the sketch and the ciao marker is the "medium round", the fine nib is only offered in the original copic.

I use my chisel end all the time for coloring my ribbon to match:D

Can you color directly on rubber stamps with Copic markers, like you can with the SU Markers?