What to Store in a 12 Marker Wallet for Crafting
By Crafter's Companion | Craft Supplies | Papercraft & Art | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: Buying Guides
Learn what fits best in a 12 marker wallet — from Spectrum Noir markers to watercolour pens — and how to choose the right portable case for your craft projects.
Quick answer
A 12 marker wallet is ideal for storing a small curated set of alcohol or watercolour markers, such as Spectrum Noir or TriColour Aqua pens, making it perfect for on-the-go colouring and travel crafting.
Why a 12-slot wallet instead of a larger case?
A 12 marker wallet hits a sweet spot for portability without sacrificing too much capacity. It fits easily into a bag or even a large purse, so you can bring a focused colour palette to a crop, workshop, or coffee shop session. The trade-off is limited space: you cannot store your entire collection, so you must be selective about which markers you pack.
What to leave out
Oversized pens, chunky brush markers with wide barrels, and sets with more than 12 markers will not fit neatly. Stick to standard-size alcohol markers and brush-tip watercolour pens. Also avoid storing loose accessories like blender pens or refill bottles in the same slot — they can damage the wallet or other markers.
How to decide what to store in your 12 marker wallet
- Select markers by project type: If you are colouring a floral page, pack warm reds, pinks, greens, and a yellow. For a landscape, choose sky blues, earthy browns, and greys. A focused palette saves space and avoids carrying markers you will not use. Limit your wallet to one project's colour story.
- Check marker barrel size: Standard alcohol markers (like Spectrum Noir) and brush-tip watercolour pens (like TriColour Aqua) fit securely. Oversized or thick-barrelled markers may not close the wallet properly or could bend the slots. Measure your markers against the wallet slot width before packing.
- Mix and match across brands: A 12 wallet holds markers from different brands as long as they are similar in size. You can combine Spectrum Noir markers with TriColour Aqua pens for a versatile travel kit. Test that different brands fit snugly without sliding out.
- Store markers tip-down or tip-up: For watercolour markers, store tip-down to keep ink flowing to the nib. For alcohol markers, tip-up prevents the ink from pooling at the nib and drying out. Check the wallet orientation to match your preference. Align storage direction with marker type for best performance.
Product facts
- Spectrum Noir Storage 12 Marker Wallet: The Spectrum Noir Storage 12 Marker Wallet is designed for colouring on the go and fits brush-tipped TriColour Aqua Markers, which hold three water-soluble colours in one pen. This makes the wallet a perfect match for watercolour enthusiasts who want a portable, mess-free way to blend and mix colours without carrying multiple individual pens.
Spectrum Noir Storage 12 Marker Wallet
Who should buy a 12 marker wallet?
Best for
- Crafters who travel or attend workshops and want a light, portable marker case
- Watercolour beginners using TriColour Aqua or similar brush-tip pens
- Anyone curating a small, project-specific marker set rather than carrying a full collection
Not for
- Crafters who need to store more than 12 markers or large accessories like blender pens
- Users of extra-wide or chunky markers that do not fit standard wallet slots
- Those who prefer a rigid storage box for home organisation rather than a soft case
