{"product_id":"phoenix-pastel-watercolor-paint-set-12-soft-muted-half-pans-travel-tin-refillable","title":"PHOENIX Pastel Watercolour Paint Set – 12 Soft Muted Half Pans, Travel Tin \u0026 Refillable","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHOENIX Pastel Watercolour Paint Set gives you 12 finely pigmented soft, muted shades in removable half pans perfect for dreamy washes and delicate detail work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for artists who favor subtle, airy colour palettes, this compact tin contains 12 pastel watercolour half pans that are refillable and rearrangeable. The paints are formulated from fine art pigments for higher saturation and smoother mixing than dye-based alternatives. The metal case doubles as a travel palette and keeps the set organized for studio or plein air use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these pastel watercolours perform for washes and layering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PHOENIX pastel pans dissolve easily and spread evenly for broad, translucent washes as well as controlled glazes. Because they use finely ground pigments and water-soluble binders, the paints rehydrate reliably, allowing artists to layer without muddying important subtleties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft, even washes with gentle colour transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood rewetting from dried pans for consistent application\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for glazing and building delicate colour depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks on both light and darker toned papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat shades are included and how will they expand my palette?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set contains 12 dedicated pastel tones, from Mixing White to Pastel Black, covering warm and cool ranges that make mixing muted hues easy. These ready-made soft colours save time when you need immediate low-saturation tones without adding white-heavy mixtures that can affect transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull list: Mixing White, Pastel Yellow, Pastel Orange Yellow, Pastel Orange, Pastel Magenta, Pastel Red, Pastel Flesh, Pastel Green, Pastel Turquoise, Pastel Blue, Pastel Violet, Pastel Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced warm and cool pastels for harmonious palettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix predictably to create custom tints and subtle neutrals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this set portable and easy to use on the go?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes—the slim metal tin keeps the removable half pans protected and the lid serves as a practical mixing area. Each 4 g half pan can be rearranged or replaced, and the compact footprint makes it convenient for sketchbook sessions, travel, or classroom use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSturdy metal case with removable half pans\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLid doubles as a travel palette for mixing colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight, compact design that fits into art bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach half pan weighs 4 grams for long-lasting use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these paints safe and suitable for serious art projects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePHOENIX pastel watercolours are formulated from fine art pigments, are AP certified non-toxic, and are acid-free, making them safe for general use. While designed for quality and consistent colour, they perform best when used with appropriate watercolour papers and tools to achieve archival-friendly results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade from fine art pigments for higher colour strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAP non-toxic and acid-free formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with other water-based paints and mediums\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for sketching, illustration, and finished watercolour pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Artists, illustrators, hobbyists, and students who prefer muted, ethereal palettes will appreciate this PHOENIX set. It’s especially useful for anyone wanting a portable solution of premixed pastel tones for quick studies, travel journals, soft portrait work, botanical paintings, or layered landscape washes where gentle colour shifts matter more than high-chroma saturation.\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: Can I mix these pastel pans with my existing watercolours?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. These water-based, pigment-grade pans blend smoothly with other watercolours for extended palettes and consistent washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are the pans refillable and travel-friendly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The half pans are removable and the metal tin protects them and doubles as a mixing palette for travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"PHOENIX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254914892113,"sku":"B0DZN3JX33","price":33.93,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/phoenix-pastel-watercolor-front-tin.jpg?v=1791691718","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/phoenix-pastel-watercolor-paint-set-12-soft-muted-half-pans-travel-tin-refillable","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}