Product Review

What makes Spectrum Noir Alcohol Makers so special? Spectrum Noir is the new alcohol ink based marker pen designed specifically for crafters. Each pen is double-ended, with a broad chisel nib for large area fills and a fine bullet tip for detailed work. A range of 168 alcohol marker colors is available. This listing is for four sets of 24 markers sold in tonal packs; lights, brights, darks and pastels. There is no duplication of markers in any of them. Caps are numbered from 1 through 11. The number 1 represents the lightest shade of that particular color, while a number 11 would represent the darkest shade. Not all colors will have 11 shades, but the most important thing to keep in mind is that similar numbers will have a similar tone or shade. A #2 in blue for example will blend very well with a blue #3 or #4, but won't blend as well with a blue #8 for example. If you are trying to achieve an even tone in your project you may choose to stick with a #2 through #4 in each of the colors you choose to achieve a lighter tone overall. Spectrum Noir markers were created to be used long term. In other words, they are not disposable. Each marker can be refilled with the available 25ml refill bottles (sold separately) of ink and even the nibs (sold separately) can be replaced if they become dull or worn. This key feature makes the Crafter's Companion range of alcohol markers not only the lower cost alternative, but a wise investment in any crafters arsenal of products. Rounding out the line of our Spectrum Noir alcohol markers is our Ultra Smooth Premium White Cardstock (sold separately). As with the use of any alcohol marker the paper or cardstock you use is as important as the markers themselves. Crafter's COmpanion cardstock features very tightly woven fibers that create an ultra-smooth surface perfect for color blending. If you're looking for an affordable alcohol marker solution then you've found the answer!