stamps and paper to use with copic markers

[debrag4037]

Brand new to copics. After reading through all the posts I have just ordered some Gina K and will let you know what I think...I am so excited to get started!!

[PH in VA]

I know that SU's Whisper White and Very Vanilla are NOT good cardstocks to use with Copics because they are coated.

But what about Shimmery White? Is that a "yay" or a "nay" with Copics? Has anyone tried it?

[kathi17]

I know this thread is kind of old, but I just found it and wanted to add my two cents :-)

A paper I love using with Copics is Core'dinations Pearl. It comes in 8.5 x 11 pads, and is usually at JoAnns. The paper has a pearl shimmer and is very heavy weight. Your Copics don't soak into the paper, but seem to be really easy to blend. They also dry with a pearl shimmer from the paper and look really pretty, especially with flower designs and Christmas stamps.

I hardly ever see anyone mentioning this paper, but it is actually my very favorite whenever I want an elegant look, whether I use Copics or not.

[Lilac345]

I use the Copic BLENDING CARD X-Press It Paper. It is a good weight and I found it works well with Copic or ProMarkers. It does not bleed or feather at the edges of your image.

I used Memento's ink in Tuxedo Black or London Fog.

I tried Strathmore Smooth Bristol Paper 100lb., which worked good with Copics but not when I used the colorless blender- it caused the color to bleed around the edges. I think if the image had been bigger it would have worked better.

Other brands I have heard good things about, but I have not had any experience with:

PaperTrey Paper Basics - Stamper's Select White Cardstock
Gina K Pure Luxury White (80# & 120#)
Neenah Classic Crest Solar White

Here is a video on this that might be helpful:
Copic Paper Comparing - YouTube

[Stamp Muse]

Neenah Classic Crest is my go-to for coloring with Copic and a Copic-recommended card stock, along with the Memento inks. Copic does have a very smooth card stock called X-press It. It's spendy but it's a dream to color on. You won't believe the difference. It's usually available for sale here, but I see it is currently out of stock. Ellen Hutson, LLC | *Manufacturer | COPIC

[karenbrand]

I have been using the memento tuxedo black ink and am not happy with the depth of color of the ink. It is more grey than black. Are there any alternatives that are a darker more saturated color and don't bleed with alcohol markers?

[Scrapjanny]

I often use Palette ink: Noir Black. It's a little darker than Memento.

[karenbrand]

Thanks! I will try Palette