If you don’t think you have the right supplies around the house for a quick DIY project, think again. Sharpie markers are in every junk drawer, home office, or school supply bag these days, and it’s amazing what these little markers can pull off in the DIY world. Sharpie art is a thing! No longer is the permanence of a Sharpie a thing to be feared, because it is that very attribute that makes them perfect for home projects. And if you haven’t been to the office supply section in a while, they come in a rainbow of colors, too. I prefer the more graphic black and white projects myself, but color or not, these Sharpie art ideas are fast, easy, and cheap! So, check out the awesomeness of these bloggers and their craft projects for using Sharpies to DIY… well, just about anything.
Easy Sharpie Art Ideas
Planter Sharpie Craft
Pretty perfect planters, that’s all we can say. These Sharpie crafts from Homey Oh My are about as easy as they get. They took simple terra cotta pots from the craft store or nursery and painted them white. Then they used Sharpie paint pens to create simple geometric designs. Boho chic style, with hardly any effort. We love the cactus they planted in theirs. Do you prefer succulents, or herbs?
Sharpie Art Gift Wrap Idea
From Minieco, use white Sharpies to create patterned gift wrap that is personal and pretty. Use recycled brown paper to make this a sustainable craft idea as well.
A Sharpie Wall
This last one is inspirational from Land of Nod… a pack of colored Sharpies, and a little bit of reminiscing back to grade school, could make for one fun afternoon and one VERY cool home decorating project. This is the type of coolness that takes a home from eh to bravely amazing… Happy Sharpie art(ing)!
Sharpie Tips & Where To Buy (Links)
My one tip? Don’t cheap out (you don’t need to with this project!) and buy dollar store markers. They tend to be old and dried up, which will not give you a nice crisp line. Always check to make sure your marker has good ink on some scrap paper before diving in. Make an oops? Rubbing alcohol will take Sharpie off of most surfaces!
What Type of Marker Should I Use
Use the Sharpie oil-based paint markers whenever you want to create Sharpie art on non-porous surfaces like glass, ceramic, plastic, or metal. They were made specifically to bond to these items, so your art and crafts will last! And, they come in tons of colors too. For fabric, use regular Sharpies or you can try the special Sharpie fabric markers. Choose the appropriate tip for the type of project that you will be working on!
Where To Buy Sharpies
Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Markers
Regular Sharpie Permanent Markers
How to Get Sharpie Off Skin?
Did your crafting leave your hands covered with smudges that won’t budge? No problem. Try these:
- Rubbing alcohol
- Hand sanitizer
- Hairspray
- Coconut oil
If you’re looking for budget-friendly projects, these Sharpie art ideas are the perfect way to add a fun bit of custom crafting all around your home. We think you’ll also love our posts Easy Boho Wall Decor and Easy DIY Paintings on Canvas at OhMeOhMy!
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