Faber-Castell Water Color Pencils, Fish Design, HangTab Flat Metal Tin, Break Resistant, Washable, Ideal for Kids Craft & Drawing, Assorted - Tin Box of 12

The cores are designed to dissolve when water is applied, giving you watercolor effects. The leads are bonded (break-resistant) to withstand travel and handling, so they’re less prone to snapping during use or in a backpack.

The pencils are fully water-soluble. To get washes, lightly sketch with the dry pencil, then use a damp brush to blend the pigment on the paper. You can build layers and vary the intensity by adding more color or water.

Yes. They’re designed for both dry drawing and wet blending. Use them like regular colored pencils for precision, then wet the area to blend and create watercolor effects.

The tin contains 12 assorted colors in a flat metal case. A fitted tray helps organize the colors clearly for quick access and neat storage.

Store the pencils in the metal tin with the lid closed to protect the points. Keep them away from excessive moisture and avoid rough handling that could ding the tin or break the pencils.

Faber-Castell products are designed with kids in mind and are generally marketed as non-toxic. Always supervise children and follow the packaging safety guidelines.

It's great for kids’ crafts, classroom activities, travel sketching, journaling, and beginner watercolor experimentation. It’s especially handy when you want to sketch dry and then add watercolor washes on the go.

If you want more color variety, the 24-color Bright Assorted Tin offers a broader palette. For theme-specific options, the Forest Design Tin 12 provides a coordinated set of earth tones. See https://fepy.com/product/faber-castell-watercolor-pencils-forest-design-tin-12 and https://fepy.com/product/faber-castell-watercolor-pencils-24-bright-assorted-tin for direct comparisons. The Fish Design Tin 12 is ideal when you like the fish motif and a travel-friendly 12-color selection.

You get a reliable, transport-friendly metal tin, 12 water-soluble pencils with break-resistant cores, and the flexibility to draw dry or activate with water. It’s a compact, entry-level kit that can grow with your skills without needing additional tools right away.

Start with light pressure to lay down color, then blend with a damp brush for washes. Test colors on scratch paper first, work from light to dark, and let layers dry before adding more to maintain control over the effect.