50 State Quarters: Coloring Pages Using Sharpies

I just finished two more coloring pages featuring the 50 State Quarters. Previously, I've colored with Ohuhu Kaala markers (Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, and Wisconsin), used inks as a base and layered colored pencil on top (Connecticut, Idaho, Missouri, and Montana), and "painted" with Flair pens (Delaware and Indiana). I colored South Carolina and Maine with classic Sharpies (affiliate link). It was a fun challenge. 

I say "challenge" because Sharpies are not typically used for this type of detailed coloring. They soak through paper, they don't blend, and there is a limited palette. (As it turns out, according to their FAQs, there are 49 different colors. I don't have nearly that many. I just counted - I have 24 colors.) But the #1 reason not to use Sharpies for coloring is the smell. I couldn't work for any length of time before needing to take a break from the fumes. 

Don't think for a minute that I don't like Sharpies. I LOVE Sharpies. One of the earliest blog posts I ever wrote was about why I love Sharpies. They're just not a great choice (for me - you might think differently) for detailed coloring pages.