{"product_id":"derwent-inktense-water-soluble-colored-pencils-36-piece-set-intense-pigment-permanent-washes","title":"Derwent Inktense Water-Soluble Coloured Pencils 36-Piece Set — Intense Pigment \u0026 Permanent Washes","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eDerwent Inktense 36 pencils are water-soluble coloured pencils that lay down intense, ink-like pigment that becomes permanent when dry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese pencils combine a soft, round 4mm core with high-pigment formulation to deliver bold, saturated colour whether used dry for sketching or activated with water for vivid washes. Designed by Derwent—makers of art materials since 1832—the set of 36 shades gives illustrators, designers, students and hobbyists a broad palette to explore layering, mixing and fabric work as well as traditional paper techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do Inktense pencils behave when used dry and when washed with water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed dry, Inktense pencils produce smooth, richly pigmented strokes ideal for expressive drawing and precise linework. When water is applied, the pigments dissolve into bright, translucent washes that look and act like ink until they dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry: strong, even colour laydown for sketching and detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWet: instant soluble wash for painting effects and gradients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries permanent: once the wash sets, colours resist reactivating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayering possible: build depth with dry over dry or dry over dried washes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat surfaces can I use these pencils on and will the colour stay true?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInktense pigments are formulated to dry permanently, which makes them suitable for paper and certain fabrics like silk and cotton. The permanence after drying means colours can be layered closely without unwanted bleeding and remain vivid on both porous and treated surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePaper: works well on heavyweight and mixed-media papers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFabric: suitable for silk, cotton and other natural fibres for craft projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixed media: pairs with inks and watercolour techniques for texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColour stability: pigments dry quickly and hold intensity when set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I mix and customise shades with this 36-colour set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 36 colours provide a wide starting palette for creating custom hues by layering, blending or activating with water. Mixing wet washes and overlaying dry strokes lets you achieve subtle tints or dramatic contrasts depending on the look you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate lighter tints by adding water to the same colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine adjacent colours dry for soft gradients and transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix wet washes on a palette or directly on paper for new shades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse lifting and reworking techniques before the pigment fully dries for softer blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich tools and techniques pair best with Inktense pencils?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pencils suit both drawing and painterly methods; a soft brush, water brush pen, good-quality paper and fixative (for non-fabric projects) will extend their versatility. Because the pigment sets permanently, plan washes and layering order to achieve the desired effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrushes or water-brushes: for controlled washes and gradients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavyweight paper (200gsm+): prevents buckling with wet techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFabric applicators: use appropriate textile methods for garments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlending stumps or solvents: for dry blending alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The Derwent Inktense 36 Piece set is ideal for illustrators, colourists, textile artists, students and anyone wanting a flexible, high-pigment tool that bridges drawing and painting. If you need concentrated colour that can be used both as pencil and bright, permanent wash, this set provides a broad palette, quick colour laydown and the ability to create layered, durable artwork across paper and select fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are Derwent Inktense pencils permanent after drying?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Once the water-soluble pigment is activated and dries, the colour becomes permanent and resists reactivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use these pencils on fabric?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Inktense colours work well on fabrics like silk and cotton, though testing on a scrap is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Derwent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55301812519249,"sku":"B001U3QO7O","price":113.81,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/derwent-inktense-36-pack-front.jpg?v=1791980186","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/derwent-inktense-water-soluble-colored-pencils-36-piece-set-intense-pigment-permanent-washes","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}