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My Go-To Coloring Markers & Pencils
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items I've been obsessed with adult coloring for years and have tried SO many markers and pencils! This list is everything I actually use and love - from affordable starter sets to the fancy professional stuff I save up for. Whether you're just getting int...
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These are my absolute FAVORITE markers after trying way too many! From the dreamy Ohuhus that blend like butter to budget-friendly Shuttle Arts that surprised me with how good they are. Trust me, I've been down the marker rabbit hole!
Okay WOW. I was skeptical about “Copic alternatives” but these Ohuhus completely changed my mind! The blending is SO smooth and the color range is insane - 320 colors means I never run out of options. They've become my go-to for every coloring sessio...
Ohuhu Honolulu 320 Colors Dual Tips Alcohol Art Markers (New Version)
Best bang for your buck, hands down! I bought these when I was just starting out and honestly? They hold up so well against markers twice the price. The pastels are *chef's kiss* and the carrying case is super handy. My only complaint is I want more ...
Dual Tip Brush & Chisel Tip Art Marker - Set of 50 Colors plus 1 Blender
Don't sleep on these! I grabbed the 100-pack for like $20 and I use them ALL the time. They don't bleed through paper (huge plus for coloring books), the fine tips are perfect for details, and they're washable so no stress if things get messy. Reddit...
Crayola Super Tips Marker Set, 100ct, Fine Point
These are SO FUN to use! The brush tips feel like actual watercolor brushes and the colors just POP. I love that I can go from super thin lines to thick strokes just by changing pressure. If you want that watercolor look without the mess, these are i...
Arteza® Real Brush Pens
Honestly the perfect “I'm not sure if I'll stick with this hobby” set. Got these as my first markers ever and they helped me figure out if coloring was my thing (spoiler: it definitely is). Super affordable and they work great - no regrets starting h...
Caliart 100 Colors Dual Tip Permanent Markers
These little pens are EVERYTHING for adding finishing touches! White gel pen for highlights, metallic ones for sparkle effects, and the colored ones for tiny details. They show up beautifully on dark paper too. I always have a set within reach when I...
SAKURA Gelly Roll Classic Medium Pt 10PK
Colored Pencils
Okay colored pencil lovers, these are the ones I keep reaching for! Whether you're just starting out with affordable KALOURs or treating yourself to dreamy Prismacolors and Polychromos - these pencils layer and blend beautifully. Warning: this hobby ...
Once you try Prismacolors, you'll understand the hype. The pigment is SO rich and creamy - they literally glide on paper. Blending is effortless and the colors are just gorgeous. Yes they're pricier but honestly? You get what you pay for. These are t...
Premier® Soft Core Colored Pencil Sets
If you want pencils that last forever and never let you down - these are it. German engineering at its finest! Oil-based so they don't break (I'm looking at you, Prismacolor), and the colors layer like a dream. Expensive? Yes. Worth it? ABSOLUTELY.
Polychromos Color Pencils
120 colors for under $30?! I couldn't believe it either but these are the REAL DEAL. Super pigmented, blend nicely, and you get SO many colors to play with. Not quite Prismacolor level but honestly? For the price, I'm not complaining one bit. My wall...
KALOUR Professional Colored Pencils,Set of 120 Colors
THE dream pencils. If money was no object, these are what I'd buy. Swiss-made perfection - the colors won't fade in 100 years (seriously), and the buttery smooth laydown is unlike anything else. Are they expensive? Very. But artists swear by them for...
Luminance 6901® Colored Pencils | US
If you want to try something different - these are AMAZING! They're water-soluble so you can use them dry like regular pencils OR add water for watercolor effects. The colors are SO vibrant and intense (hence the name lol). Game changer for mixed med...
Derwent Inktense Pencils Tin, Set of 24