Tip of the week: Choosing the right writing tools for your next project

ZIG Writer Markers Set

You are going to find several different types of writing tools available for scrapbookers. It is important to choose the right tools for you particular project. Make sure that all of your pens and writing tools are acid-free, fade-resistant and waterproof.

Felt-tip markers: Not only do you have a choice of tip styles (Monoline, Chiselpoint, Brush and Scroll-point) but you also can buy pens that sport different tips on each end. But choosing a tip will be easier than settling on a color. Start with a few neutrals and then add more as you need them.

Gel pens: Chances are you’ve already got a couple of these at home. Their rich, sometimes iridescent or glittery, opaque colors add flair to journaling (especially on darker paper) and really make lettering and embellishments pop. Some scrappers consider a white gel pen mandatory.

Color pencils: A good pick for shading and adding highlights to letters and embellishments. They’re also cool for adding color to stamped images. A blender pen, can smooth and soften pencils lines.

Slick writers: Just like it sounds, these markers are designed to rite on slippery surfaces such as on the fronts or backs of photos, vellum, transparencies, or CDs. They’re also available in a rainbow of colors.

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-Check out next weeks tip. We will be discussing the right adhesive supplies for your next craft or scrapbooking project.