Hi everyone! Today I’m sharing my favorite ways to use one of my most loved crafting supplies, atyouSpica glitter pens. I don’t have all the colors, but I do have three or four each of my favorites -Buttermilk, Clear and Gold. (I never want to run out of those.)
First, here’s a bit about Spica glitter pens from the Imagination International website:
- Archival
- Acid-Free
- Non-Toxic
- Unique no-clog felt tip
- Works on a variety of surfaces
- 24 colors (one clear) sold individually and in sets of 6 and 12.
- Transparent pigment based ink, can be used over other inks
- Micro glass flakes, more reflective than other additives
- Waterproof when dry
- Long-Lasting – Writes for over 360 yards!
- Colored caps for easy color identification
- Should be stored horizontally to keep the flakes of glass evenly distributed
I like to use the darker, more vibrant pens to color in small areas or objects. They’re also great for writing a message inside a card or addressing an envelope. The lighter colors are amazing for adding just a touch of color and/or sparkle over Copic coloring. (This is my favorite way to use Spica pens.)
Here are a few samples, one new and a couple older.
Atyou Spica – Gold and Melon Green
On this cute leprechaun from Paper Smooches‘ Magical Spring , I used Gold to color the buckles and bow, layering extra color on the bow to create a bit of shadow. There is no additional color beneath the gold. It provides amazing coverage and lots of sparkle. I will use the gold pen to write my sentiment inside and to address my envelope. On the clover, I used a Melon Green pen to add the darkest (sparkly) green shadow along the outer edges.
Last month I gave this rainbow (using Paper Smooches’ Weather dies) a little extra pizzazz by coloring over each die-cut card stock strip with a coordinating Spica pen before inserting into the rainbow.
Atyou Spica – Red, Orange, Lemon, Melon Green, Sky Blue, Pink, Lavender
It’s super sparkly. 🙂
My favorite technique using Spica pens is to add light color/sparkle over Copic coloring. I think it looks amazing!
Atyou Spica Buttermilk and Clear
This mermaid, from Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps’ Sea Jewels, is super-sparkly thanks to Buttermilk and Clear Spica pens. I love those two! (I created this card several years ago. I’ve been using Spica pens for a long time. They’re a must-have for me.)
You can purchase and find more info on atyouSpica glitter pens HERE on the Imagination International web page. And check out the new iii 2016 catalog HERE.
Thanks so much for visiting!
