I've been asked several times if there is a OLO Markers Stampin' Up Color Match for a comparison and so I decided to share one in honor of OLO Markers Black Friday promotion that starts today!

Now, this is a very basic comparison that I created for myself months ago, there is nothing fancy to it, but I am happy to share it.

Not every color is a perfect match, but other than one color that I just couldn't get spot on, but these are pretty gosh darn close.

I started by stamping an image with a Stampin' Up! ink pad and then scribbling next to it in the color I think is closest.

Then I have been using those OLO markers ever since and I still can't tell a difference, except for one color. And to get that color, you just blend two colors together.

STARTING NOW, OLO Marker's Black Friday has started. If you want to try them for yourself, today is the day! They are 20% off and here is my aff link. Then use code “BF20” at checkout.

Using my aff link costs you no more, and I get paid a little bit and it helps me strengthen my relationship with this company.

Pretty spot on, right? The one that I am not 100% on is Crushed Curry, but simple blending with some O's, and that fixes that!

Why Did I Switch to OLO's?

Several reasons, so here we go….

• I never, ever liked ordering Stampin' Blends in a 2 pack. One always dries out faster and then you have to buy both again or stop using them – which is what I did – and I kinda stopped coloring because of it.
• Twice as much ink for WAY less money. Uh yeah, that got my attention really fast! You can read all about on their website here. AND you use more of the ink, less waste.
• Money! WAY more affordable. $3.39 – $4.10 depending on the nib you order. Seriously, that's just insane!
• REFILLS!!!! Plus they are EASY refills! Take off the cap, pull out the nib, open the refill, put the nib in the refill and put the cap back on. A refill is a grand old price of $2.69. Yep, you read that right!
• Beautiful colors! Currently160 colors, so plenty of blending opportunities.
• Fantastic company! I ❤️ them so much! They are all about the artists, and I love that.
• Cheaper than Copic and you don't have to mess with their messy refill process.

Bottom line, you buy exactly what you need and nothing else. It's beautiful.

First Tip

OKAY – here me on this! When you go to order, whether you order one of my color collections, their collections, or buy them individually, make sure to order a Zero and a K (Pure Black). The Zero is the colorless blender and we always need a black.

Second Tip

Go to their accessories section before you check out. Get either a Sketchbook or X-Press it card stock. If you are using Basic White from SU, keep in mind that Stampin' Blends were formulated for Basic White only! I have both the sketchbook for trying things and I use X-Press it on my cards.

You WON'T need to buy connector rings, they will give you one for every two half markers you buy.

Third Tip

Enjoy them! Love on them, and they will love you back. I fell in love on day one of using them. BUT, I was looking for a different marker when I found their company at a trade show. I was walking around with all kinds of marker vendors with the intention of finding something different. Every marker works differently, so be open to that when you get them. Don't compare, just use them and you will figure out how they work.

Fourth Tip

ASK MY QUESTIONS! If you struggle with any of it, reach out!

That's It!

Enjoy Black Friday Shopping with OLO.

Happy Shopping!

XOXO, Meg