Crayola Watercolor Colored Pencil Set, 12/Pack

Discover a versatile art companion that blends precise drawing with expressive watercolor effects. The Crayola Watercolor Colored Pencil Set delivers a balanced 12-color palette in a single, portable pack, designed for creators who want to sketch with pencil accuracy and reveal painterly washes with a touch of water.

Why this set stands out

• Water-activated color: Each pencil features a water-soluble core that transforms your dry lines into soft, blended washes. A tiny drop with a brush is all you need to unlock painterly gradients and seamless color transitions.
• Vibrant, multi-use pigments: The 12 hues are chosen to cover a wide range of tones—from bright primaries to earthy neutrals—so you can create depth, shading, and texture without switching tools.
• Dual-function convenience: Use them dry for sharp lines and precise color placement, then activate with water for watercolor techniques like glazing, bleeding, and soft edge blending—all in one set.
• Kid-friendly artistry: Crayola’s reputation for non-toxic, beginner-friendly art supplies means aspiring artists and students can experiment confidently, whether at home, in the classroom, or on the go.
• Portable and durable: The compact 12-pack fits easily in a backpack or pencil case, making it ideal for travel, plein air sketching, or quick doodles during breaks.

How to get the most from your pencils

1. Start with light, dry pencil strokes to define shapes and plan color placement.
2. Moisten a small brush and gently drag it over the pencil lines to activate the color into a watercolor wash.
3. Layer colors while wet for rich, dimensional color, or use dry-to-wet techniques to keep edges crisp and transitions soft.
4. Wipe or rinse your brush between colors to prevent muddy blends, and test on scrap paper before applying to your final piece.

Who this set is ideal for

This 12-color Crayola watercolor pencil set is perfect for beginners learning the basics of color theory and blending, students practicing mixed-media techniques, hobbyists exploring watercolor effects without a full supply kit, and artists who value quick, portable solutions for on-the-go creativity.

Value and versatility

Why settle for ordinary colored pencils when you can capture the control of pencil drawing and the fluidity of watercolor in one tool? This set covers foundational color needs while offering the flexibility to experiment with layering, glazing, and washes—without switching instruments. It’s an approachable entry point to watercolor techniques and a reliable workhorse for ongoing art practice.