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Bring drawing and doodles to life! These premium Jaques watercolour pencils feature rich, blendable colours. Perfect for fine art, doodling, and adding flair to homework, they offer endless creative possibilities.
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Simply dip the pencil tips in water and explore endless textures and effects – ideal for sparking creativity in young artists. Whether it’s a quiet solo activity or a group art session, these pencils make a perfect companion for colourful expression.
- ⭐ 12 Watercolour Pencils Rich, vibrant shades perfect for blending and painting
- ⭐ Compact Storage Case Lightweight and portable, ideal for use at home or on the go
- ⭐ Size (H) 19cm x (W) 10cm
- ⭐ Suitable for 3+ Years – Ideal for kids, teens, and creative adults
- ⭐ 12 Watercolour Pencils – Designed for smooth blending and bold colour
- ⭐ High Quality and Vibrant Colours
- ⭐ Encourages Creativity – Inspires artistic expression and imagination
- ⭐ Develops Fine Motor Skills – Supports control and coordination
- ⭐ Promotes Relaxation – A calming, mindful activity for all ages
- ⭐ Great for Solo or Social Play – Encourages sharing and collaborative creativity
Independent Customer Reviews
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- £7.95 for all orders
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Returns FAQ's
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How it compares
| Other Retailers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Format | 12 watercolour pencils that work dry or wet with a dipped tip, giving drawing and painting in one set | A typical cheap set is either colouring pencils only or paint only, so a child needs two separate products to get both effects |
| Portability | Comes in a compact 19cm by 10cm storage case built to hold the set together for home or travel use | Generic sets are often sold loose in a cardboard sleeve with no case, so pencils get lost or roll away after the first use |
| Age range | Suitable from age 3 through to teens and adults, so one set does not get outgrown after a single stage | Cheap imports are frequently pitched at a narrow single age band, meaning a replacement set is needed as the child grows |
| Maker | Made by Jaques of London, a family-owned British company that has made games and creative products since 1795 | Unbranded lookalikes give no maker history, so there is no track record behind the materials or quality control |
Questions parents ask
how do I know if watercolour pencils are the right art set to buy for a child
These are 12 watercolour pencils in a compact case, sized 19cm by 10cm, suitable from age 3. They work dry like normal colouring pencils, or wet with a dipped brush for paint effects, so a child gets two ways to draw without needing separate paint sets. If you want one simple set that covers doodling, homework flair, and proper blending practice, this covers all three.
do you need real watercolour paint to use these pencils
No. You simply dip the pencil tip in water to unlock blending and paint like textures, then draw as normal when you want a solid pencil line. There is no palette, water pot rules, or mixing required beyond a cup of water. This makes it usable straight out of the case with no extra materials to buy.
what age can a child start using watercolour pencils
The set is listed as suitable from 3 years old, and it is also described as working well for teens and creative adults. So one set can realistically stay in use across siblings of different ages rather than being outgrown quickly. The core skill needed is holding a pencil and controlling a wet tip, which is why the age starts low.
how many pencils come in the Jaques watercolour set and is there a case
You get 12 watercolour pencils in rich, blendable shades, packed in a compact storage case measuring 19cm by 10cm. The case is lightweight and portable, so the set can travel to a table, a car journey, or a grandparent's house without loose pencils rolling around. Nothing else is needed to start using them.
are these pencils only for solo drawing or can a group of kids use them together
They are described as suited to both a quiet solo activity and a group art session. Because there are 12 pencils in one case, several children can share colours in the same sitting rather than each needing their own set. This makes them workable for a birthday table activity as well as one child colouring alone.
do watercolour pencils actually help with handwriting or pencil control
The set is described as supporting fine motor skills, meaning the control and coordination involved in gripping and guiding a pencil tip. This is the same grip and pressure control used in early handwriting practice. It is marketed as a creative activity first, but the physical skill being built is directly relevant to pencil control in general.
is this Jaques art set actually made by the old British games company
Yes, these are branded Jaques of London watercolour pencils, from the company that has made games since 1795. It is a family-owned British company, so this pencil set sits under the same maker as their traditional game ranges rather than being a generic own-label art product.
what's actually included in the box with these watercolour pencils
The box contains 12 watercolour pencils in rich, vibrant shades designed for blending and painting, packed inside a compact storage case sized 19cm by 10cm. There are no separate paints, brushes, or paper included, so a brush and paper or sketchbook would need to be sourced separately. The case itself is the only extra item beyond the pencils.
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