Sharpie Permanent Markers

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Sharpie Markers

"Sharpie" is the brand name for permanent markers manufactured by Sanford.  They can be used in a wide variety of application, such as labeling, artwork, cartooning, lettering signs, graffiti, image design, "body art", signing autographs on glossy photos, nail polish, and as a cheap high. 

The first Sharpie marker was created in 1964.  Sharpie has expanded into a wide product line of 35 colors since then.  Sharpies are now sold in seven varieties, according to the shape and size of their tip(s).  The tips range from "Ultra Fine" to "Magnum" depending on the thickness of the tip. They now also are available in 34 colors, along with metallic silver. 

Each Sharpie has a printed seal from the Art & Creative Materials Institute certifying the marker as being non-toxic.  Despite this, people still use the fumes from permanent markers to "huff" and obtain a short lived, cheap high.

But what about the colors? 

Only the fine point markers feature every color. Metallic colors are available only in fine point.

Original: silver(1980), red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown, and black.

Introduced in 2001: berry, lime, aqua, and turquoise.

Introduced in 2002: metallic silver.

Introduced in 2003: metallic gold (discontinued), metallic copper (discontinued), burgundy, marigold, olive, navy, and plum.

Introduced in 2004 (Pastel series): pink, magenta, peach, tangerine, mint, sky, and lavender.

Introduced in 2005 (Nature Tones series): brick red, dandelion, spruce green, ocean blue, slate, and grey.

Introduced in 2006 (Summer Splash series): almond,
kiwi, pink lemonade, blue ice, and boysenberry.

Introduced in 2007 (Wildflower series): rainshower, clover, pumpkin, rose, and violet.

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Just Write It! 

But it's better to find some paper first...

The notion that Sharpies can write on just about anything is not so far fetched. They handle glossy photographs, most plastics, posters, and even human skin!

Need more proof- surf YouTube (or see below) for all the fun you can have with writing on stuff...

Sharpie Permanent Marker YouTube vids 

What do others do with their Sharpies?

Sharpie Permanent Marker Ad!

Sharpie ads. Permenet Marker. Actors: Neerav, Gaurav & Chandani.

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Sharpies on Amazon 

Do you have all the colors?

Stolen Sharpie Revolution: A DIY Zine Resource

Amazon Price: (as of 12/16/2009) Buy Now

Sharpie Fine-Tip Permanent Marker, 24-Pack Assorted Colors

Amazon Price: $14.39 (as of 12/16/2009) Buy Now

Sharpie Ultra Fine 5 Pack

Amazon Price: $3.46 (as of 12/16/2009) Buy Now

Sharpie Mini Assorted 12 Pack

Amazon Price: $14.64 (as of 12/16/2009) Buy Now

Beware the fumes... 

Dangers of Sharpie misuse...

Just say NO to huffing!

The cheap high of sniffing a Sharpie is nothing compared to brain damage you may cause yourself- so put the cap back on and keep the markers AWAY from your nose!

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    lauryn/chicklet lauryn/chicklet Feb 16, 2009 @ 7:58 pm
    i always sniff sharpies for like 3 periods before pep rallys!
    it always gives me a peppy feeling!
    but now im not going to anymore im might loose my brain cells!!
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    Steve Steve Feb 11, 2009 @ 7:51 pm
    I wish that the best-looking writing utensils wasn't bad for my brains. . . : (
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    J. Hohman J. Hohman Sep 19, 2008 @ 8:31 pm
    I need to know what sniffing a marker will do? Some kid told my grandson that you can get high sniffing a Sharpie marker. What happens to your brain so I can let him know? I also want to know so he can tell his friend. Thanks
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    OhMe OhMe Sep 15, 2008 @ 7:55 am
    I use Sharpies all the time and love them. The new styles and colors are great. Wonderful lens. 5*
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    The_Book_Garden The_Book_Garden Oct 30, 2007 @ 8:17 am
    I love Sharpies, they're the ultimate permanent marker and they've given you a great page!
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