Art gives people an outlet to express their creativity and make personal pieces in a variety of forms. Art has several therapeutic benefits and can be a mood stabilizer and a wonderful way to relax and unwind. Having the tools you need to create the art you want is an important part of seeing your creation come to life. When it comes to drawing, crafting, DIY and home improvement projects, we like to change things up with metallic markers.
Metallic markers are a great item to use on their own or in addition to regular markers. Available in a wide variety of thickness levels, colors and types of ink, finding the right metallic marker for your project or idea has never been easier.
Metallic markers work on ceramic, fabric, metal, wood and glass and can bring drawings to life on all different colors of paper, even black. For projects around the home, metallic markers can stand out more than regular markers in dark settings, like labeling items in a low lit basement.
Whether you’re simply doodling in a notebook, putting a creative spin on an old bookcase, or even creating your own mural, metallic markers are a fun and easy way to add sparkle and shine.
1. PuTwo Metallic Markers
Create artwork on just about any surface using the PuTwo Metallic Markers. The set of ten markers includes a wide variety of vibrant colors, including gold, silver, white, pink, olive, green, blue, black, purple and brown. The glossy, fine-tip markers are non-toxic, fade-proof and quick-drying. They are also versatile enough to be used on just about any surface, including fabric, ceramic, glass, rocks and wood.
Pros: The PuTwo markers are waterproof and great for crafts on items that must be cleaned, like mugs and flower pots.
Cons: The white marker takes longer to dry than the other colors and appears clear when it is first applied before drying opaque.
2. Sharpie Metallic Permanent Markers
For art projects that require a marker that won’t fade, we recommend the Sharpie Metallic Permanent Markers. The set of six durable fine-tip markers can be used for large projects that require detailed work. A trusted name in writing utensils, the Sharpie markers deliver thick and bold metallic ink and don’t require shaking before using. The vivid colors easily show up even on dark surfaces, including black cardstock and wood.
Pros: The Sharpie markers can be used on most surfaces and are resistant to water and fading.
Cons: The gold, silver and metallic markers offer a limited selection of colors compared to the other sets on our list.
3. Morfone Metallic Marker Pens
Write with a consistent ink flow using the vibrant Morfone Metallic Marker Pens. The set of 10 metallic pens includes a rainbow of color options, including gold, brown, black, white, silver, green, olive, blue, pink and purple. The water-based ink used to make Morfone markers is non-toxic and acid-free. We also like that the markers are quick-drying and highly pigmented.
Pros: The Morfone markers are applicable to a variety of canvases, including ceramics, wood, metal, glass and card stock.
Cons: The colors bleed slightly.
4. Lineon 24 Colors Fine Tip Paint Pens
For a great introductory set of metallic markers, we recommend the Lineon 24 Colors Fine Tip Paint Pens. The large set comes with a wide variety of colors for drawing and writing. The fine tip metallic pens have a smooth delivery of their water-based, non-toxic, acid-free ink. Designed for art and crafts, the pens can be used on a variety of surfaces including cardstock, ceramic, glass and stones.
Pros: The set comes with six bonus stencils that include letters, numbers and borders.
Cons: The markers don’t last as long as other options on our list.