Review of Distress Crayons // Compare & Demo

Review of Distress Crayons // Compare & Demo
Are Tim Holtz distress crayons really that different from the other water-soluble crayons and pastels we already have? We will take a look and compare the TH Distress Crayons ($13 for 6) with:
Faber Castell Gelatos/Gel Sticks (Gelatos 4/$10, Gel sticks 12/$10)
Target Watercolor Gel Crayons ($3.49 for 8)
Michaels Recollections Color Splash watercolor crayons ($24 for 12)
Sparkle gel crayons (kids section of art store or book store $10 for 12)
Portfolio Watersoluble oil pastels ($10 for 24)
Prima watersoluble oil pastels ($20 for 24)
Lyra Watercolor crayons ($19 for 12)
Caran D'ache Watercolor Crayons ($2.25 each)
Honestly, I did not think the Tim Holtz Distress crayons would be ay different that Gelatos. Granted you can do many of the same effects with all of the media here the Distress crayons were the least watersoluble of the bunch which would be cool for resist techniques. I am glad they are different because I don't like buying the same thing in a different package and I think it will compliment what I have.
But if you are looking for a watercolor crayon I'd give these a pass because they are not going to release the pigment like other brands will at a lower price.
If you want to purchase any of the products I mentioned here are some great shops! (Affiliate links) have a look around as every shop carries many of the crayons I mentioned above.
Hallmark Scrapbook (great prices but they sell out quick!) hallmarkscrapbook.com/?aff=4
Simon Says Stamp (Their selection can't be beat) shrsl.com/?~ct0c
Blitsy (it is hit or miss but you can find a steal) shrsl.com/?~ct0f
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[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

Since I'm just starting to collect my craft and art supplies, I find these videos really valuable. Your advice helps me know where to invest my craft budget for the most versatility. Thanks for all the help and support you provide for us newbies, Lindsay. I'm sure I'm not the only one who would be lost without you!

[@iveyweakly5645]

I agree. You have to know how they are meant to me used.

[@louised6790]

I absolutely love and appreciate your frugal comparison videos. So helpful 😊

[@christinab.7026]

Hi Lindsay, thank you very much for these comparing demo. As all of your videos this is very helpful and I learn a lot. I won't miss one of them. There is no one on KZbin who gives us so much different kinds of information. I want to say that very thankful. With love Christina

[@01poppyblue]

That's fantastic comparison Linsey and very very much appreciated. Thanks so much.

[@radishpie3374]

Thanks Lyndsey! As always love your honest opinion on products!

[@simplypatti6705]

Thank you for such a detailed review! It’s always appreciated ☺️

[@TheTonStamps]

What a great review!! Now I need to pick up some watercolor crayons. This is a very new to me product. Thank you for the inspiration :)

[@kich6172]

Just starting with these products and never thought about how much was actually encased in the plastic tubes. Thanks for showing that.

[@TravisGetsCreative]

Thank you so much for doing this review. I'm not big into the Distress products but these crayons did have me interested. I watched a couple of the demos and they didn't seem like they were any better than some of the products I already have and this video confirmed that for me, thus saving me money. I can use that on paint instead! :)

[@jesseb5112]

I have been making cards with a friend for a few months. Wow, I think its actually going on 5 months! She didn't like floral stamps or watercolor. She now likes floral stamps, my Reccolections version of gellatos, watercolor, and will probably be getting the portfolio oil pastels and gel sticks. I just texted her the link for this video. THANK YOU for introducing me to AWESOME products! Oh, she likes my Lyra watercolor crayons as well!

[@artzology]

Thank you Lindsay, I was wondering about all the different brands! Great explanation!

[@Gypsyohara]

Lindsay, thank you for this comparison. I was all ready to hunt down some Distress Crayons, until, I saw they don't breakdown so well with water. Thank you for helping me in my choice.

[@traveldreamer4616]

Excellent video! Gave a great demonstration as to how I might use the product. Thank you for sharing.

[@lorimcgarrity2146]

Great comparison and review Lindsay. Makes it very helpful. I just tonight ordered the Portfolio's based on another one of your other review videos. I have been on the fence about the Distress Crayons but I think since I have gelatos and now the Portfolios and also a nice set of some very similar to the Recollections set, I think I'm pretty well set.

[@jeanieferretti4203]

This is my 3rd review of the TH but you use more products. I think all are good. Thanks for the great demo!

[@personalestok6693]

Another great tutorial! Thank you for your knowledge and artistic ability!

[@Taitcreates639]

Very informative, Thank you once again Lindsey for helping me do my homework on this product. Newbe here also. Can't put a price on how much you have helped thus far. TYFS.

[@ElinT13]

Very nice review, thanks a lot! I was wondering what the differnces were. Now I know.

[@loveJOYpeaches.]

I just picked up 7 sets of the Distress Crayons for my bible journaling. If you use water immediately it moves like watercolors. They do dry quickly on porous surfaces. My pages will have clear gesso on first, so I will have a longer working time. I love the fact that when they dry, they stay put. It really depends on what your project is, but I love them for my needs. Thank you so much for comparing other similar products. I didn't know there were so many options out there 😃 ❤Joy

[@beadsandglitters]

Thank you Lindsay for this video as always awesome comparison... Today I bought the recollections ones because of the shimmer 😃 I may not always comment but I always watch your videos, I'll have like Lindsay video day lol 😂 happy to see your Channel getting bigger and bigger keep up the good work 👏 😘

[@skyemcdonald1156]

Great video! I saw Tim's demo video and he says he recommends putting a generous amount down and then blending with water. If you color and spray with water, it doesn't move...you have to move it either with a brush, or rubbing with finger. They dry after a minute or so and then they won't move.

[@RichBoden]

I remember seeing this also "water and friction" I think was what he said was needed to blend it. It was the big January craft congress in California that I saw him demoing these at on KZbin. Still good that you can spray over them and blend or move only the bits you opt to touch.

[@joyfulldj]

If you don't get them to react with water,could they work on a gesso'd paper? At least you can get more out of the crayons then,with gesso they should have a longer mixable time, you can mix them with a babywhipe or something. I got some good results on gesso with my cheapies. Maybe it will help with the distress ones?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

yes, that will work but I think I will use other crayons if I want dissolve ability and the TH crayons when I want them to repel water.Great tips!

[@joyfulldj]

Haha yes I can imagine that,since you favor products you can dilute, but if these are the only set people have, they can at least use them to their full potential :D

[@Phyllis-nk5ji]

Never too late for a product test! Thanks:-)

[@Joe_Maysky]

Very cool. My favorite are the Recollections if I were to get any, though I have the Portfolios and I'm generally not a fan of the oiliness with these types, but it's be fun as a shimmer accent tool. Coupons at Michael's are great too.

[@BlackCatNoni]

Great review and good to know on the TH crayons. I managed to pick up the last Recollection Gel Crayons at my Mike's after not going in for months....got them on half-price. I'm glad that they are a nice medium to work with and I think get other brands that are more cost effective. FYI, I believe the Recollections Gel Crayons will not be a regular item nor will more come out (according to Craft Test Dummies). I definitely think I'll pick up the Target ones to complement what I have.

[@mindfulcreative9168]

This video is really helpful; thank you Lindsay!

[@PositivelyNice]

Great video! Definitely what I came for. At first I was also disappointed with my Distress Crayons but then I watched Tim Holtz. Tim Holtz say the Distress Crayons are for resist and meant to use with his Distress Inks and Oxides. In other words, the Distress Crayons move but they only move properly when there is water and you physically push the pigments around (rub). Otherwise, they are supposed to sit still. For watercolor Crayons, I love my Gelatos. Faber Castell's own children gel Crayons also feels exactly like Distress Crayon but behave like watercolor crayon.

[@RijackiTorment]

Great comparison. Thank you!

[@Sk55Play]

Thank you. I just finished watching the CHA 2017 stuff. Was not impressed with the oxide ink pads so I started looking into the Distress crayons. Thanks to your demo I know they are not what I want. I will keep an eye open for the recollections and the others that are similar. That is what I will get the most use from. Appreciate you.

[@lindagilliam1189]

You can use a coupon on the Tim Holtz crayons at Hobby Lobby, so 40 percent off and they MATCH all the distress inks!

[@gailgassen8670]

Thanks for all the information Lindsey!

[@Elizabeth45840]

I love the Crayola Slick Sticks!!! they work really well with a baby wipe!

[@Elizabeth45840]

Thank you for doing this!!!

[@savagetwin52]

Tim's crayons are the only ones I have gone crazy with because I am not an artist and don't really do watercoloring. However, I will say that I have made beautiful backgrounds with them but only on water color paper and manila tags (very carefully). Thank you for the fabulous review. I have forgotten about my set of Caran D'ache Watercolor Crayons and also my gelatos. Time to drag them out. Luv you Lindsay!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@pattsyorsburn2471]

Thank you, I appreciate the demo.

[@Jillybian]

I am not sure if I read all the comments, so apologies if I am repeating, but I do love the shimmer in the Recollections brand. I know Gelotos have some that are metallics. I don't know which of the other brands in this demo have shimmer, but that might be something that would be a consideration for some people when choosing a product. Thanks for the review.

[@carolinesurowiec6]

I saw your haul with the target brand. I went out and bought them. I actually use them more like watercolor paint. I was never into watercolor painting until I bought those. I used the target brand watercolor gel crayons in my coloring at first but now I paint with those and my watercolor paints I bought. I also paint with acrylic paints as well. But with the watercolor crayons I put them in a paint pallet and use them that way.

[@Tessanna12]

Would love to see what happens with a heatgun taken to all these diff brands. Might be able to do some cool stuff with that! Maybe you could do another vid? Ty! Loved seeing all that gorgeous color.

[@michellecollett4137]

Hi Lindsay - another great review. I must admit that I'd not heard of most of these crayons, only knowing about neo colour, gelato s and the distress ones. I'm in the uk and personally haven't seen many advertised but read on one of the comments below that portfolio are sold here and a bookstore do a cheap version. I decided to purchase the neutrals pack as they were discounted and I was intrigued. I don't have any point of reference re other crayons so looked to them purely from a distress crayon standpoint rather than as a water soluble product. I've only used a couple and they worked great for adding a subtle background halo or shadow to other work in different mediums if I need something smoother to blend with finger or baby wipe. Whether I'd buy the the other colours? probably not. I think I'd probably opt for another more versatile crayon for more colours but do enjoy the neutrals for shading etc. I am going to have a go at experimenting more with them as don't want them sitting dormant in my craft stash if not needing for that work. I have to admit, since doing my a level art l many moons ago I have a fondness for caran da che ppriducts as used the watercolour pencils for my artwork as well as charcoal and graphite pencils and ink. So the neo colour crayons appeal to my sense of loyalty and enjoyment of the brand, but my low budget can't justify the cost unless they are head and shoulders above the rest and I was doing commissioned work, say. Which I'm not. So..... I will look into the portfolio as they seem on a par price wise with distress crayons but appeared to be much more versatile and fluid. Xxx

[@lyllydd]

Hey, I just surfed over to Tim's video on the distress crayons. You can smudge with a finger and blend with water, but they have a shorter open time - they dry, so if you want to blend with water you have to apparently do it immediately. I'm interested in the Target ones though. They seem like good basic colors.

[@joymenis1048]

Thank you for this, great stuff

[@kathrynjackson3007]

Great demo, thanks.

[@rhondawelsh2632]

Love your videos, thanks! I saw a recent video for T.H. Distress crayons and one feature I really liked was that once dry they no longer reacted to water so you could apply water to other parts, but it wouldn't react to the dry distress crayons. Do the others have that quality? I'm leaning toward the oil pastels.

[@debterry1007]

Thanks for that Lindsay... I was waiting for you to add the water to the Gelatos and you never did. But all in all a great review... Hugs! deb

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

This is a great video !

[@sandybeebe9149]

I paid 12.00 for 24 "play day super gel crayons" @ walmart .I felt a little silly but they work great ...They are creamy and using water with them is like using water color .. they make a nice wash look..and I could not beat the cost .I can see me doodling with a gel pen on top of this once it dries ..

[@racena2034]

Would really like to see a video of the watercolor gels w/embossing folder that you were talking about. Thanks, Lindsay.

[@coldmountainpix]

Me too!! :)

[@heidijohnson2136]

Me too!

[@yazosoyo]

I’m so glad you do this reviews, I was about to buy the distressed crayons. I’m think I’ll buy the LYRA

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Glad to help!

[@BebesCrafts]

My Micheals had the Color Splash Recollections collection on sale for 50% off. I got mine for $7.50. My granddaughter loves them.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

nice! the reg price is $24.99 on my blog, steal of a deal!

[@inspiredflower]

Thank you 😊

[@jenna7178]

Could you do a demonstration of the Reeves water soluble crayons? And tfs. I will definitely be trying out the bookstore crayons (which I saw on Amazon for $12.75!) and the Target crayons.

[@kreativeReise]

So chaotic...so funny. I think we should not forget that they are not all ment to be used the same way. I recommend watching the vid from tim holtz where he himself compare distress crayons to gelatos and explains why some things are different and for which technique which one is better

[@SharonNolfi]

Lindsay, is there a way to replenish dried-out gelatos?

[@9687loveless]

Also I agree with people below Tim said these aren't watercolor crayons they are a whole different thing that's why they are distress crayons and he also specifically said they aren't water reactant like the other distress products... But awesome video I love these videos!next time can you zoom in a little more though? Thanks :) xoxo

[@kristenk1995]

Agreed. A lot of people just want to see it against the other products they are either considering or have. Additionally, just because a salesman says it isn't like a competitor doesn't always mean it isn't, not saying that is the case here, but I'm glad that Lindsay shows things in similar product category to compare and contrast.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@margehaggin2267]

9687loveless Noah Mac

[@Christi.Uninhabited]

Target ones are impressive

[@soozie4him308]

I have the complete set of Stampin up WC Crayons that retired a few years ago. I was quite happy with them back then. Anyone know how they would compare to the products Lindsay showed here? Thanks in advance!

[@NotAGameAddict]

the tim holtz are great if you blend immediatly with water, not let them dry first

[@craftylittlerthings]

I know this was a while ago, but have you seen the Tim Holts video on these, it’s just come out, and it shows how amazing they are. Huggles xxxAnnxxx

[@thefrugalcrafter]

no, I'll look for it!

[@lunacouer]

Just wanted to let y'all know, I found that book store set of Glitter Gel crayons you have! They're by International Arrivals, and Amazon sells them. Just search for "International Arrivals Sparkle Gel Crayons" to find them. About $12.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+lunacouer thanks!

[@rebeccaewing473]

I’m not sure how you can justify comparing distress oxide crayons with other markers - the distress oxide is a totally different type of crayon it does a lot more other marker rather do and you’ll see that when you start messing with it

[@moemanley2579]

​@@rebeccaewing473 distress oxides are stamp inks and sprays. You seem confused. These are crayons not markers. There are distress markers but they're discontinued. She's a professional artist that teaches art, tim is an art product sales person that doesn't teach art, he has videos to sell his products and nothing more. She's unbiased which is refreshing. She's not wrong, the distress crayons don't move as well, I own them.

[@silkeschumann7261]

I was surprised, that with the grapes you didn't use the technique to lift color with a damp cloth (baby wipe) to get the highlights of the grapes. Though it was equally interesting to see the white crayons fail to work as a suitable medium for highlights. Thank you.

[@cheapskatecraftingwithlehn8088]

great review just a note tim holt crayons donot work with water if there isnt enough pigment on the paper really need alot on paper to get it to move around with water and dry

[@kristytillman6845]

Have you used the Faber-Castell gel crayons? I'm wondering how they compare to the Target ones.

[@coldmountainpix]

THANK YOU for doing this video!!!! I was wondering which I should spend my money on- I have been wanting a set of the portfolio ones- I think they are called craypas? either way, they are very affordable, and then TH came out with the distress crayons,,,,, and i was baffled. I agree all these have different uses which is great!! Someday I might be able to fill my craft room with a lot of different things, but for now, I am going to grab a set of those portfolio ones, oh and maybe the recollections!! :)-

[@LilCraftyNook]

coldmountainpix crayola water soluble oil pastels are currently $4.06 as an add on item on Amazon!

[@pjlewisful]

I wonder if those REFLEXIONS are by KINGART. I love my KingArt "mixed media gel sticks" as opposed to the overpriced Gelatos. They seem very much like your Refection sticks in this demo. same great packaging, etc.

[@freyabarker3393]

Great demo Lindsay! I was sat on the fence with the Tim Holtz crayons and I'm going to stick with what I have. The prices are pretty much the same in the UK (the portfolio ones are £7.50 a set which is about $11 I think and the cheapest Tim Holtz ones are about the same price here too) I use some cheapo ones from one of the bookstore chains in the UK and they are brilliant! x x

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I love my bookstore ones too! Honestly I only got them because so many people asked about them so I figured I'd take one for the team LOL! Surprisingly I like them because they are more water resistant than blendy and I think I can do some cool stuff with them but if you are looking for a real watercolor crayon these would be a bust:)

[@michellecollett4137]

Hi Jamey which uk store did you find good watercolour crayons please? I'm on a tight budget :)

[@freyabarker3393]

+Michelle Collett The Works - ours still does quite a bit of the art supplies but cut down on the papercraft. If you go online it's free click & collect and they deliver too. Loads of decent stuff and it's cheap too x x

[@mandohoney]

I just got some Faber Castell Aquarelle sticks...50 set for 60.00ebay...can not find any videos on this product...

[@rainbarber7657]

you can get the portfolios on amazon for $4

[@LilCraftyNook]

Rain Barber I saw Crayola Water Soluble Oil Pastels for that but the portfolios are $7-$11.

[@rainbarber7657]

Nikki Hensley I guess they went up on the price. When I got them, I only paid $4.

[@thomascaffery8951]

you missed water on the geloto's ? thank you for the review , very good

[@malkavian6]

i know that this is a not a new video. But I did watch a video recently where Tim said himself that distress crayons are water reactive, but they do dry on the page. So he suggests not waiting too long between placing the colour and activating it. I have had luck going after it with a baby wipe .. but again - the second humungous second point, was that he uses gesso on his surfaces. Which from my understanding, i hope that if you see and happen to reply would correct me if i am incorrect in that.. but having the gesso layer would help stop the medium from immediately drying on the paper. It really depends on what you want. I wanted the crayons so badly because i saw others that used it for exactly what I wanted to apply them too.. but I am not up to spending those kinds of prices. I ended up getting a pack for free, and that has been my one and only since. I found I use the Neocolors, Gelatos, Art Crayons by Vicki Boutin (very much an oil pastel type, soft and very blendable.) But I almost never use distress for what I thought i would, but have found other uses and am just as happy with that.

[@marthawarren3838]

I have Slick Stix and I don't care for them. I'm new so your video was a big help.. tfs👼

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks, did the slick stix seem to be similar to any of the crayons I used today?

[@marthawarren3838]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich Yes, Tim Holtz. They don't spread well to me and water has little to no effect! I don't like them at all. But some people use them in You Tube Videos a good deal. That's why I bought them..

[@marthawarren3838]

+Martha Warren someone below said use a baby wipe. Maybe that's where I'm going wrong. WHO KNEW???

[@peachiegrinsxd]

Between the watercolor crayons and pencils which would you chose? I'm going on vacation and want some watercolor media for the plane and car ride. But I also want something for stamping. I'm worried the crayons might be too soft and slick help?!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Pencils are much more versitile IMHO:)

[@lindielee6322]

Great video: Of up most importance to me is light fast/color fastness. I have to research but I think most of the products you are showing are not light fast and are basicly used for journals that won't be subject to the color change with the elements. Gelatos gel sticks manufactured by Faber Castell aka Design Memory Craft. Results: Many were extremely poor, some very good depending on the color.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Lindie Lee caran dache crayons are light fast:)

[@deborahanne9793]

Do the Sparkle Watercolor Crayons from the bookstore smudge after they dry on the paper? Thank you, good review.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

not too bad, I did not have a problem with them

[@jesseb5112]

I have a question. I LOVE my lyras and my recollections! I mass produce certain cards and about 1/2 of my red lyra is used. The same goes fir my green Recollections. I use the 2 differently. I don't actually like the lyra over embossing. I ADORE the Recollections over embossing. Should I think of a red caran d'ache and a green pack of gellatos? I find gellatos to be ridiculously expensive but I definitely use some colors WAY more than others and don't need full sets to replace 1 color. Lindsay, thank you for your wonderful reviews and product reccomendations! You are the reason I have lyras. I had never heard of them before.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

yes, you can get the caran dache in red to replace the lyra and gelatos are available open stock for $2.50 each. OR you can get the double scoop gelatos that are more than 2x big for $5: shrsl.com/?~cv9t

[@jesseb5112]

Thank you!

[@candacekieper4354]

distress dry faster will compare if work with sooner

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Candace Kieper thanks, I will give them another go:)

[@juditharowland3461]

Hi Great demo......as always. I love watching you! But, I have never used these, and I wanted to know if these can be used with an Adult coloring book?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I think the tips would be to big for detail in the coloring books, they are better for mixed media:)

[@evelynbarney821]

Do Portfolio work on stamps?

[@p3nningtonj717]

Do you have any videos Paris inspired? :)

[@rosalieridle4675]

I used TH distress crayons which I do like but how to prevent cardstock from getting stiff and curling when using water?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Tape it down

[@annf1801]

So I have a few questions about these: I have some portfolios lying around from when I was about five (my grandfather worked for Crayola) and I recently saw them as I was cleaning out my art drawer. Do these work for semi-realistic drawings? And how do you deal with them smearing if you inadvertently drag your had over your work? Also, how do you prevent these from breaking? All mine are stubs now, so can I just pretend like they're regular watercolors and pick up product directly from the crayon onto the brush? Thanks and keep making awesome videos!!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I mat them under glass so they don't rub and they do not need sealing. Even if I am not ready to frame them the excess oil does seem to dry out or absorb in the paper, I would just place a sheet of glassine or deli paper on the painting to keep it from smudging anything else as a precaution. The sticks are fat and soft so for deail I use a stiff fine brush and pick up pigment from the stick and paint with that or use the wet brush to push the pigment on the surface into place so yes, detail is possible but if you want more precision Caran Dache watercolor crayons are a better bet.

[@annf1801]

Thanks! This was quite helpful!

[@kazzarena]

Love your work! just letting u know the video paused on a Cpl. occasions?, I know you was having issues.

[@RichBoden]

I noticed the same - few sound drop outs, one long freeze towards the end and picture corrupted a bit at times. Entirely watchable and totally fine though - very minor but important you know I guess in case it happens again :)

[@joyfulldj]

yep I thought it was my wonky chromebook,lol,saw the same

[@thefrugalcrafter]

weird, thanks for letting me know, I will check on that:)

[@rebeccaewing473]

You need to watch Tim Holtz demo on distress crayons he adds water on the black paper for the crayons a match thorough review of the distress crayons yeah it’s good to go through and see what other products do but you did not even add water on the black mat to see the color pop out and come to life

[@Fayy16Chat]

Hi , where you buy , the Recollection ? Sorry , i'm French ! Thank you :)

[@coldmountainpix]

You can find recollections products at Michaels stores

[@Fayy16Chat]

coldmountainpix This store not ship to France :(

[@amys1999]

try ebay :)

[@veystone2580]

Hi. I have been thinking about getting the Marabu Art Crayons,, but I wonder, since they look so creamy, I worry they go out fast! My Neocolors II seem to last forever. But the Marabu seem to be more plastic package than actual product. That you know of, am I wrong?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You are right

[@veystone2580]

@@thefrugalcrafter thank u! U just save my money! 🥰

[@soliferi]

the lyras seem to mix colour similar to paint, or am i wrong? because that would be pretty nifty. have you tried oil paint sticks?

[@tdoran]

I tried the oil paint sticks but the smell was overwhelming and I gave them away. :)

[@soliferi]

I just had a look at the prices and they are also crazy expensive, so you would have to be really devoted to keep them up :O

[@thefrugalcrafter]

lryas are great, very paint like and affordable too!

[@soliferi]

thank you :]

[@joyfulldj]

I have the kid watercolor crayons,wich I think are awesome...best part... wait for it... I baught it at some sort of dollar store (Dutch name is action, I don't know if it's in the US) if you don't have an action in the US I can sent you a box to fiddle and play with. They look very much like gelato's, I think. Only need more paper prep, wich would only make sence since they are a lot cheaper: Only downside is that they don't have as much colors. But for that price I won't be running to buy the expensive stuff :P (The brand name is from united office & they list under Gel Crayons,but they can be diluted with water)

[@w.vangaal1077]

Goede tip! Ik zal eens kijken of ik ze kan vinden. Liggen ze gewoon bij de kantoorspullen? heb er nooit opgelet

[@joyfulldj]

Bij de speelgoed fröbels vd kids bij de action, even kijken bij de kleurboeken ed. de kantoorafdeling heeft meer de labels,tags etc. Hou wel rekening met je papier ondergrond, gewoon tekenpapier zijn die gel crayons niet zo blij mee. (Ze zijn al vochtiger van zichzelf, waardoor gewoon teken ondergrond sneller scheurt dan ) Echter als je gesso hebt moet dat geen verschil maken :D

[@joyfulldj]

W. van Gaal Did you find what I ment yet? I hope you do, will save you a lot of money :)

[@w.vangaal1077]

I haven't.. Maybe I will try another store at the otherside of town.

[@joyfulldj]

Go for it :D

[@sandsinmyboots1640]

What is the binder in Crayola Slick Sticks ?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+sands in my boots not sure

[@ghlmk5931]

Hi, Lindsay, you were about to say what to do with dried out Gelatos but never finished the sentence. I'm having that issue so I would be interested in your suggestion. P.S. Happy Father's Day to your husband!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

oh, i am so sorry. I think gently misting them with water and recapping them and letting sit overnight will help):

[@ghlmk5931]

Thanks! I'll try that.

[@starmerrill4691]

Will the water-soluble pastels bleed thru on thinner paper?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

they could I suppose

[@starmerrill4691]

Oh, rats. Well, back to the ol' drawing board, I guess. I'm making a junk journal, and wanted something to define the edge rather than inking the paper.

[@brikhouse22]

So do these things dry or do they stay kinda wet and creamy? Don't they rub off on things? Do you have to seal it?

[@beaudeleon2532]

They do rub while they are wet but when they dry and set they are permanent.

[@beaudeleon2532]

Oh sorry and no you don't have to seal it like you do the inks because once dry they won't move around.

[@brikhouse22]

Beau DeLeon ok, cool thanks....they jsut look like chapstick or something....like it would always be icky.....like oil pastels or something.

[@beaudeleon2532]

+brikhouse22 no problem 😊 yeah it actually kinda has the texture of creamy lipstick. But even though it has that texture it still dries.

[@julieshort3186]

I have been using Portfolios for years.....a little messy but pigment rich. Love using them with fingers, brushes and babywipes. I did not bring the Tim Holtz crayons into my store -I don't think they are good value. Overhyped!

[@sami_b0148]

first x3

[@Spicifiy1]

I'm glad you showed the Sparkles as I was considering buying them, hoping they were similar to the Recollections, which Michaels NEVER has. Love the video but had to repeatedly back up as you talk too fast sometimes.

[@juditharowland3461]

Oppps............And,I have heard of a distressed product. What is a distressed it? How do they vary from traditional products?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Distress is a product line (brand) designed by Tim Holtz for Ranger

[@zoe1baby]

The comparisons really aren't correct across-the-board because for instance the Tim Holtz distress crayons are specifically geared towards using them with other Tim Holtz products and they activate with water etc. and other crayons are for different purposes. They are all good expensive and cheap and some are comparable but some are definitely for specific purposes.

[@moemanley2579]

Aren't you his influencer and "content creator"? Lol it's funny seeing his fangirls show up getting all defensive and attacking an honest review. She's a real artist, and she's unbiased and can't be bought, THAT is invaluable. The fact TH can't handle criticism of his products to the point he's turned all comments off on every video speaks volumes. If special videos are required to understand how to use his products properly that's poor product development. I'll stick to her videos, the real artist lol. All the things said about you catty folks and your mean girls group in craft forums are crystal clear right here in this comment section. Sad.

[@zoe1baby]

When you're not using page prep it's not a correct representation of the product no offense please don't take it like I'm being critical please!

[@moemanley2579]

Why not explain you're his collaborator and be honest. Everyone knows who tims zoe is, thankfully this isn't your safe space and y'all can't delete anything you don't like. Honestly I'm shocked you left your bubble to speak. Newsflash honey, criticism is a real thing. The fact you feel the need to attack honest reviews on his behalf just screams of your insecurities. Grow up. I'll wager my entire art room you don't own any of these products and can offer nothing constructive about anything not TH related. I'm so glad real art brands don't have such drama and poor representation.

[@DrummerGrrrl]

You talk REALLY fast! I like your video except for how fast you're talking. Too much caffeine? Ha ha.

[@heidiann184]

I agree..., I have a slight hearing deficit, so the rapid speech​ does definitely make it harder to follow your (otherwise) great tutorial's!