10/22/2022

The Face Shop Cotton Swabs 3P, 1 count

This package contains three smaller packages with cotton buds. They are a bit shorter than the average ones I usually use (see photo), but they're still good and do the job. The handle is not plastic or flexible but wood and rigid, yet I have no problem using them as the others. Instructions and description at the back are written very faintly with little contrast between the background and the lettering, therefore barely readable even using my phone camera 3x zoom. I find the small packages great k for my impending trip as they come in handy zip mini bags and can be stored anywhere. On the downside the wood part, which is not flexible, tends to halve if a bit of pressure is exerted.

Maped 119430 Study Compass Mechanical Pencil

I paid little money for this minis compass, so I was pleasantly surprised upon receiving the item. It's truly portable and is beautifully compactly packaged. Besides, the compass is made of good quality metal and comes with some spare leads. Unfortunately, the barrel that holds and pushes out the lead out wasn't working and also broke all the leads I put in. What's more, it does not push the lead out enough to get it out the barrel. As it was breaking the spare leads, I used good quality leads of my own, which are a bit longer, and I got the same results. It seems that the barrel is faulty; therefore, the item not usable. Returned.

Cat Canvas Pouch Pen Holder


This is a cute pen holder, that can hold a good quantity of of pens, pencils and markers. It's made of good quality sturdy canvas, and the up-down sleeve is just great to keep the pens safe when not in use. It stands still well. As it's made of uncoated fabric, I don't put it on my table when using acrylics. I wish it was a bit taller and large to accommodate larger markers (Townbows for example). For the rest, a great stationary holder.

Derwent Academy Watercolour Pencils 24 set tin

Derwent Academy Watercolour Pencils, Set of 24 in Tin, Multicolour Artist’s Pencils, Ideal for Wet or Dry Colouring, Drawing & Illustration, Premium Hobbyist Quality 
 
This is a good started watercolour pencil pack. It has a good selection of primary, secondary and neutral colours and the tin box is just great to keep them organised or to use it with markers or other stationery. Perhaps because I own some good-quality watercolour pencils, comparisons are unavoidable; these pencils falls short re intensity of the pigment and water solubility. Yet, they are decent quality for the price a great pack for beginners.