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  • Reviewing and testing the Best Zebra Pens
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    Why You Need Zebra Pens in Your Art Collection

    May 17, 2024 /

    Are you looking for amazing and versatile pens to use in your next mixed media project? Check out these Zebra Pens products with me! If you’ve been following me, you know that I already have more than 684 pens, pencils, and markers. What makes these ones special? Join me as I test a selection of Zebra Pen’s product line and we’ll look at what makes these pens a must have for your art practice. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. Why Zebra Pens? I’ve seen Zebra pens around at art stores, but…

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    Nadine Milton

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    March 21, 2025
    Practicing Self-Care during the Holiday Season

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    The Best Acrylic Paint Pens: A Paint Marker Comparison

    July 9, 2021 /

    Today I will be sharing my journey in finding the best acrylic paint pens for my creative practice. I generally avoid using the words “perfect” or “best” when I talk about art supplies. I believe that there are good supplies available at a variety of price points.   However, when it comes to acrylic paint pens, this is not the case. There are a lot of brands out there, but there are very few pens that I have found that work as advertised. We will be exploring the different brands that I have tried and what I have discovered is the best acrylic paint pen for my creative practice. Hop-A-Long…

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Nadine Milton

Visual Storyteller & Mixed Media Artist

Welcome to Hop-A-Long Studio! I would love for you to join me in the journey of self-care through artistic expression.

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Recent Posts

  • How to make a perfect laser image transferThe Ultimate Guide to Perfect Image Transfers
    In Projects, Techniques
  • 3 Ways to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!3 Techniques to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!
    In Art Journal, Techniques
  • How to Make Collage Papers for FreeMake Gorgeous Collage Papers for Free
    In Techniques
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