Like so many paper crafters, I've become a big fan of Copic markers and have been on the lookout for a good storage solution that wouldn't break the bank. I wanted something that would allow me to sort the markers into their color families and was compact enough to sit on my desk. I rarely go to crops, so portability wasn't important to me.
I did some browsing online (and I'm sorry I can't remember where I first spotted this idea - but a big thank you to whoever it was!!) and came across this site that sells all kinds of display products to retail stores - this counter top make up pencil display piece seemed perfect.... and I think it is!
When I first started buying these markers, I would buy one here and one there... different types and colors with no real rhyme or reason... then I took a class and figured out how to use them and how important the numbering system is and I wish I had started out buying only Sketch markers... oh well. I have used my label maker to add a number to the end of each of my Ciaos which helps, but it still doesn't look as nice :)
Each cup holds one or two color families. I figured out that each cup can hold 10 Sketch markers, 7 Original (square) markers, or 12 Ciaos. The cup also holds my air brush system and the small can of air.
There is even a little space in the back that is perfect for my Copic color chart.
What do you think? I even love that there is a bit more space for a few more markers if they happen to find their way into my shopping basket :)
The only bummer was that the shipping was a bit pricey... but I split the order with a friend so it wasn't too bad. And, no, unfortunately I'm not getting any kind of kickback from this company :)
Have a great day!
love it!
Posted by: Bonnierose | February 17, 2010 at 12:11 PM
Nice system. I definately need to get a handle on storing my Copics.
Posted by: Janie T | February 17, 2010 at 12:53 PM
Hey Friend Here!!!
I have got to get my hands on that puppy for sure. So, when are we getting together?
Posted by: Maryfrances Fabbri | February 17, 2010 at 02:01 PM
You are so so organized Alice and I am so awful at using copics!!
More than ever, I think of you during this time of the Olympic games, lol. Seems like everywhere, I see, I hear "golden moments" and I think of you immediately :) xxoo
Posted by: Jing-Jing | February 17, 2010 at 04:37 PM
Cute and functional!
Posted by: Marlene | February 17, 2010 at 06:20 PM
Perfect for markers. Placed my order. Should make organizing all my markers alot eaaier.
Posted by: LorraineB | July 20, 2010 at 05:40 PM
glad i could enable :) I really do like this system... and I keep telling myself that once it is full, I should have all the colors I *need*... well see how that works LOL.
Posted by: Alice Golden | July 21, 2010 at 06:17 PM