Markers: Store Vertically or Horizontally? - Stamp-n-Storage

By A Mystery Man Writer

Last updated 17 Jul 2024

Markers: Store Vertically or Horizontally? - Stamp-n-Storage

We love markers at Stamp-n-Storage, and the creative opportunities they provide from coloring stamped images, bible journaling, lettering, and more. We are often asked about the best way to store markers. Always refer to the marker manufacturer's recommendation. Some recommend vertical, while others recommend horizontal. Below you'll find a summary of a few of our favorite brands.Alcohol MarkersAlcohol markers have pigment suspended in alcohol and are generally easier to blend.Copic®How to store: Horizontal/Flat.Best use: Copic® works on many surfaces and are very blendable. They spread ink similar to watercoloring.Recommended Marker Holder: Full-Set Marker Holder, Side-by-Side Marker Holder (for IKEA option)Altenew®How to store: Vertically or horizontalBest use: Altenew® markers can be used on many surfaces and are blendable.Recommended Marker Holder: Marker Nook, Side-by-Side Marker Holder, Stacked Marker HolderStampin' Blends by Stampin' Up!®How to store: Horizontal/FlatBest use: Very blendable and offer a light and dark option for each color.Recommended Marker Holder: Marker Holder for Stampin' BlendsSpectrum Noir(TM) TriBlend MarkersHow to store: Horizontal/FlatBest use: Great for shading and blending.Recommended Marker Holder: Deep Marker HolderChameleon Alcohol MarkersHow to store: Horizontal/FlatBest use: Great for shading and blending.Recommended Marker Holder: Deep Marker HolderWater-based brandsWater-based markers have pigment suspended in water.Karin® BrushmarkersHow to store: Vertical Tip-UpBest use: Karin's are great for blending and creating watercolor effects. They work best with watercolor paper.Recommended Marker Holder: Marker StandZig® Clean Color Real BrushHow to store: Vertical Tip-UpBest use: Zig's are great for blending and creating watercolor effects. They work best with watercolor paper.Recommended Marker Holder: Marker StandRanger Distress® Markers How to store: HorizontalBest use: Great for watercolor, cardstock and blending. Distress® markers are reactive to water and can be used directly on rubber or to color images.Recommended Marker Holder: Side-by-Side Marker HolderMemento(TM)How to store: HorizontalBest use: Great with cardstock and glossy paper since they are fast-drying.Recommended Marker Holder: Side-by-Side Marker HolderVersaMarker(TM) Watermark PenHow to store: HorizontalBest use: Great for embossing and paper crafting projects. Works with VersaMark inksRecommended Marker Holder: Side-by-Side Marker Holder, Stacked Marker HolderSpectrum Noir(TM) SparkleHow to store: Vertically or horizontalBest use: Great for coloring, stamping, decorative lettering, writing, embellishing, and more.Recommended Marker Holder: Marker Nook

How to Store Copic Markers: Horizontal or Vertical? — Marker Novice

The new tabbed lightweight storage panels are perfect for those of you who want an even higher level of organization. Just put your EZ Mount or clear stamps on the panels and then write on the tab what you stored with a permanent marker. These new panels also have a universal hole punch, meaning they will fit into any type of binder (ie. European Style or standard U.S. 3-Ring Binder). Package includes 5 storage panels with 5 different tab positions.

EZMount Tabbed Lightweight Stamp Storage Panels 5-pkg-8.25x11.75

Actual Size: 17-3/4 Wide x 13-1/4 High x 4-3/4 Deep | Compartments are 2-11/16 Wide x 11/16 High This Full-Set Marker Holder provides storage for up to 360 markers. The slots are designed so your markers lay flat and with 4 markers per slot, your markers will be neatly organized, visible and easy to access! This marker holder is made to store a wide variety of markers. Check the dimensions to ensure your markers will fit.