[Victoria TX]

Earlier this year, I finally got brave enough to create an entire "hard copy" album. It was the first time my entire family (less my dad who has passed away) were together for Christmas for many years so I wanted to capture those memories. I finally got to experiment with some of the techniques I've seen used over the years in books, magazines and on TV. One problem that I had was that the pens (Le Plume II, I believe) that worked well with my rubber stamps didn't seem to be compatible with the newer clear stamps. I could stamp in a single color using another ink (in a pad), but couldn't color the detail in various colors as I had hoped.

I'm still trying to develop a knowledge of which inks to use in various scenarios. I need to re-visit some of the books/magazines for guidance, but if anyone knows of a good summary/tutorial on ink choices, specifically including pens, I would appreciate being pointed in that direction. I love the digital scrapbooking because of the ability to re-use supplies, minimal space requirements, etc., but have accumulated quite a few paper supplies over the years and would like to work with them as well.

Victoria
Melting in Texas...Will October Ever Come???

[Sara Arell]

Hi Victoria,
I like to use the Copic Ciao Pens - I'm sure not an authority on this subject but they work well for me - I got mine at Joann's -if you don't have a store near you maybe you could online at Joann's website.........

HTH

[Victoria TX]

Thanks so much for the quick response, Sara. We do have JoAnn's in our area. I gasped a bit when I saw the price of a set so may have to start with a handful here and there in the short run. I have a birthday coming up next month so also put them on my Amazon wish list. I looked at the packaging on a couple of sets. Am I looking for permanent, pigment ink-based in choosing the Copic Ciao pens or do they all possess those characteristics? I believe the "Le Plume" pens were water-based so was that why they worked on the rubber stamps, but not the clear? Sorry to be so clueless. |;-)

Victoria

[SodScrap]

The last marker I purchased for this were by Close To My Heart....years ago....I really don't even know what is out there. Glad Sara had a recommendation.

[April Showers]

I've always used the water-based pens for what you're talking about. I'll go try the Stampin Up ones with a clear stamp.

[April Showers]

Just tried it and the markers I have worked perfectly.

[Victoria TX]

Hmm-m-m, maybe I need to experiment a bit more. Thanks for the input!

Victoria

[Sara Arell]

Victoria TX, on 05 July 2011 - 11:14 PM, said:

Hmm-m-m, maybe I need to experiment a bit more. Thanks for the input!

Victoria

Sorry I took so long to get back to you, Victoria - it sounds as if April has had some luck with the water-based pens. My Copic pens are alcohol-based and I only have a very few stamps but have never had any problem using them for the clear ones. They aren't cheap but mine have lasted a very long time.

HTH a little bit.

[tinkerbell11]

The big deal with Copic Markers is the HUGE color array they have if you are really into stamping and coloring them in they are THE pen to have I guess. Saw them at a CKU trade show.

[Sara Arell]

tinkerbell11, on 06 July 2011 - 06:42 AM, said:

The big deal with Copic Markers is the HUGE color array they have if you are really into stamping and coloring them in they are THE pen to have I guess. Saw them at a CKU trade show.

That's very true - my set is a small one so I don't have lots and lots of colors - I just happened to get a really good buy on them when I bought them. I can't say that I've gotten my money's worth out of them but I do like the way the colors look when I use them - and I think that's part of their selling point - the HUGE array of colors if one can afford to buy them all!

[NanaB99]

Hi Victoria, I was checking some forums I don't usually read and came across your question. It's been a long time since it was posted but I thought I'd throw this in regardless. I've used all types of markers on my clear (and rubber) stamps. If I can't get good coverage with my ink on a particular stamp (ie the ink doesn't adhere to parts of the stamp or appears to pool up in some areas with no ink in other areas) I use a pencil eraser and "erase" the rubber or clear part of the stamp. This removes any film they may have on them (especially if brand new) and allows the ink to adhere. Also a great way to get consistent ink coverage on those stamps that have large solid areas. Have fun!