A couple of weeks ago, I was lamenting to my dear friend Katie that I needed some new markers for scrapbooking, specifically to do journaling with. Since she is a journaling diva, I asked what she used and she said she preferred a fine tip, acid free, permanent marker.
I set my mind to hunting some down in several colors, but hadn't had an opportunity to actually shop for some before I got a wonderful email from the good folks at Bic. You know, Bic of pens & markers & stuff.
They asked if I'd like to try out some of their beautiful Mark It Color Collections, and it couldn't have been better timing!
Here are a few ways I tried them out:
They are GREAT for journaling on layouts; and since there are so many colors in one set, you can match it to whatever the feel of your layout is. 
Below, I used them to embellish a piece of Tim Holtz paper on a fragments tag to make it into a vintage styled pumpkin. The only color on there that is not from the markers is the white. 
Below is an example of the fine tip; I switch back and forth on whether I prefer the ultra-fine tip or the fine tip... I think it just depends on where I'm writing and how bold I want it to be. 
My favorite things about these markers (besides the fabulous array of colors, the fact that they are permanent AND acid free, and the ease at which I can journal & doodle with them) is that they come in an awesome, sturdy plastic case. It fits perfectly on my scrap shelf and in my scrap bag, and there's no digging when I'm hunting for a color.
So, it was nice while it lasted, American Crafts fine tip journaling pens.... but I've met someone new! I'm in love with the Bic Mark-It!
As a fun gift for you guys....
Bic has offered to give away a set of both the fine point and ultra-fine point color collections to two (2) of my awesome readers - a $41.98 value! All you have to do is comment here with your name & make sure to leave a way for me to contact you!
I will draw two names on Saturday, November 6th- get your entries in before midnight on Friday (Nov. 5th)!!
(If you don't win a set, you can go "like" Bic Mark-It on Facebook and print off a $2 coupon!)
I love the great creations and would love to win!
ReplyDeletemelinda@sbmsystems.com
I have a serious love for markers! This look awesome! :D
ReplyDeleteAndrea sent me your way and I love your blog. I also collect markers. I'm a teacher and I have 2 jars on my desk full of my sharpie-type markers. I love using them, the color just makes me happy :) I'd love to give the BIC ones a try.
ReplyDeleteI am so disenchanted with my Sharpies, and was on the look out for a replacement... Fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteMost of my markers have been hijacked by my three year old. Would love to use a set that actually still has tips!!! Thanks Much :)
ReplyDeletemartiren@hotmail.com
Woah! What a fun prize! I'd love to win!
ReplyDeletehow fun! Love love love that Saturdays LO. :)
ReplyDeleteme. me. me. :)
ReplyDeleteoh, pick me!!! those look fabulous! :)
ReplyDeleteThese look awesome - thanks Virginia!!!
ReplyDeleteme! me! me! ***raising and waving hand excitedly** i always journal by hand!!!!
ReplyDeleteI like to journal with colors that match me.. my hair.. and my mood.
ReplyDeleteRegardless, I will be trying the Mark-Its soon.
♥ you Virge!
sproutingsherbet@gmail.com
Thx for sharing the link! I've been looking for some new journalling pens too. Ones that come in different colours other than plain old black, blue and red! :)
ReplyDeleteLove what you did w/ the Bic markers. I am challenged w/ journaling pens as of late, so I am adding these ( and masking tape) to my shopping list thanks to you :)
ReplyDeletemichelle_mullenix@hotmail.com
Pick me! Pick me! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Bic markers!!!!! :D
ReplyDeleteHope I get picked!! I love the fun colors!! It's sooo gonna make doodling fun!
ReplyDeleteKate (stinkydudette@hotmail.com)
I'm always looking for new markers! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThese markers are way cool for journaling arayrobbins@gmail.com Shari
ReplyDeletecool pens. would love to have some. jlcandrews@gmail.com jenn
ReplyDeleteoooh, I'm always on the lookout for great journaling markers!! I used to type out all of my journaling but I've noticed the last few years I've rarely done that leaning more towards handwritten journaling. Although it drives my daughter nuts cause she can't read cursive ;)
ReplyDeleteWOW!! love these. Thanks for this chance to win some!! Im just starting to get used to my own writing on my pages so this would be a great boost. THANKS
ReplyDeleteI have been looking for new journaling pens for months now - would love to give these a try. Have a great day!!
ReplyDeleteI have been searching for new journaling pens for months. Would live to give these a try. Have a great day!!
ReplyDeleteI like to switch between fine tip and ultra fine tip markers on a layout too.
ReplyDeleteI know you will randomly pick the winners but if you just wanna "randomly" pick me I won't tell! ;-) You know how to contact me!!!
ReplyDeleteummmm i sooo have to try these! i've been searching for the perfect journaling pens!!
ReplyDeletelcox @ stellarone dot com
I'm slightly addicted to markers--these look so fun!
ReplyDeleterachelsetliffe@aol.com
Miss you!
Love all your layouts. You definetly have a "stlye" and that is great. Me, not so much. I just do whatever. I do love that more people are journaling and I would love some journaling pens.
ReplyDeleteP.S. Cute cowboy!!!! :)
I have heard lots of good things about these markers but can't seem to find them in my neck of the woods so I would love to win a set thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI have never seen these, but I'm for sure going to look for them now! I am such a storyteller, so good pens are a must-have for me!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have some of these, like you my old markers have seen better days...These look awesome... shari walker
ReplyDeleteoooh, ooooh, oooooh - pick me, pick me! we LOVE markers and we love COLOR more! ;)
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V - I sooo love that Saturdays LO, it is amazing! You did beautiful work with your very fab new markers. :)
ReplyDeleteThey look like awesome pens! I'd love a set! The markers/pens I use to journal in my scrapbooks tend to disappoint. I've always wondered what would be a better alternative, looks like these are it!
ReplyDeleteJill
ganskes@tds.net
oohh--- they look awesome! pick me!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Markers! As an art teacher I use them every day!
ReplyDeleteThis is the second time I hear praise for Bic markers. I may need to check them out. Thanks for the chance to win some. Love your blog. juliescrapbook @ gmail. com
ReplyDeleteMAYBE THESE PENS WILL INSPIRE ME TO JOURNAL ALL THE THINGS I NEED TO JOURNAL. THANKS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN!!!!
ReplyDeleteSUNSHINEBOO29@YAHOO.COM
I would really like to try these out because it sounds like they are a perfect alternative to another well known brand of markers that are out of my price range! Thank you for sharing this review!
ReplyDeleteI {heart} these markers! My (almost) 7 year old would think she'd died and gone to heaven if she found these in our home. Of course, my toddler would probably feel the same as his sister. He's only 1.5 but he's already quite fond of markers! LOL! He really likes the way they look on his sister's white furniture. >:(
ReplyDeleteI've had my eye on these markers. Even carried them around for a bit @ Target and ended up putting them back. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI keep seeing this and they look awesome. I haven't found any place that carries them locally though :(
ReplyDeleteI love these Mark-Its!! Please pick me!!
ReplyDeleteOh I would love these markers. Love your blog! :)
ReplyDeleteVery cool pens. I love markers and pens. Thanks for doing such a cool giveaway!
ReplyDeleteWill my writing look as cool as yours when I use the Bic Mark-It pens? I sure hope so! Thank you sao much for a chance to win some!
ReplyDeleteerin glee at sbcglobal dot net
would love to win...
ReplyDeletengoddard at cox.net
There are few things more exciting than a pack of multi-colored markers!
ReplyDeleteI took a class from you YEARS ago at scrap etc., and I find myself so frequently encouraged by your blog. Thanks for sharing your sweet life and creations here!
Sarah
michaelandsaraht at gmail dot com
What an awesome chance to win. Thanks
ReplyDeletei've seen these markers before, but was afraid to try them in case i didnt like them! but seeing your pages they look awesome! would LOVE to win these markers!!
ReplyDeleteok i want some of these!! :)
ReplyDeleteThey look amazing -- thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteOh, markers are like shoes, a girl can just never have enough!!!! I haven't tried these markers out yet, but your examples look like they work great. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteOh, markers are like shoes, a girl can just never have enough!!!! I haven't tried these markers out yet, but your examples look like they work great. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI am always on the hunt for a good pen... I'd love to try these :) (and your layouts are beautiful as always!) Amy
ReplyDeleteI'm always on the hunt for a good journaling pen! these look super cool :) Amy
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