{"product_id":"tim-holtz-distress-crayon-set-1-blendable-water-activated-wax-crayons-for-mixed-media","title":"Tim Holtz Distress Crayon Set #1 — Blendable, Water-Activated Wax Crayons for Mixed-Media","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTim Holtz Distress Crayon Set - Set #1 is a pack of richly pigmented wax crayons made for vibrant, blendable colour on porous mixed-media surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for artists, crafters, and scrapbookers, these Distress Crayons deliver saturated colour that layers, smudges, and blends easily on paper, chipboard, and other absorbent materials. The formula is crafted to give strong colour payoff while remaining workable with water, solvents, or tools for a wide range of techniques used in mixed-media and craft projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will these crayons perform on paper and other porous surfaces?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese crayons are formulated specifically for porous substrates: they lay down bold colour that adheres to fibres and tooth. Colours remain vivid when spread or buffed, and they integrate well with water and blending tools for washes or painterly effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh pigment concentration for strong first-layer coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlendable wax texture suitable for smudging and shading\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks on paper, watercolour paper, chipboard, and collage surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActivates with water or blending mediums for wash effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat techniques can I use with Distress Crayon Set #1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese crayons are versatile across mixed-media workflows: draw directly, layer colours, or dissolve them for painterly washes. They respond to heat, water, and solvents used in crafting, allowing for effects from subtle shading to dramatic backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect colouring and scribbling for texture and mark-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmudge and blend with fingers, brushes, or blending tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActivate with water for watercolour-like washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayer over inks, paints, and gel mediums for depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep my colours vibrant and long-lasting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper surface preparation and sealing preserve vibrancy: work on dry, clean porous surfaces and allow any wet layers to fully dry before sealing. Finish with a compatible fixative, varnish, or clear medium to protect the pigment and prevent unwanted rubbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWork on clean, matte porous surfaces for best adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow water-activated layers to dry fully between steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeal finished pieces with fixative, varnish, or matte medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore crayons away from heat and direct sunlight to avoid softening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Set #1 a good starter or addition to an art kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet #1 offers a curated range of colours that cover essential tones for layering and blending. The crayons are compact and portable, making them an excellent choice for on-the-go creativity or as a complement to existing inks and paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact set ideal for travel and small studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoordinates with other Distress media for mixed effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood balance of base, mid, and accent colours for layering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple to integrate with stamps, stencils, and texture tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Artists, designers, and hobby crafters looking for expressive, blendable colour on porous supports will find Tim Holtz Distress Crayon Set - Set #1 especially useful. Whether you’re creating backgrounds, adding accents, or exploring new mixed-media techniques, this set provides an accessible, high-impact way to expand your creative toolkit without specialized equipment.\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 these crayons be blended with water?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — Distress Crayons can be activated with water for wash effects and softened for smooth blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are they suitable for non-porous surfaces?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: They perform best on porous surfaces; adhesion and vibrancy can be limited on non-porous materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tim Holtz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55253195587921,"sku":"B01CDS3QL6","price":31.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/tim-holtz-distress-crayon-set-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791656800","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/tim-holtz-distress-crayon-set-1-blendable-water-activated-wax-crayons-for-mixed-media","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}