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product_id: 48855856
title: "Watercolour Pencils 12 Tin"
brand: "derwent"
price: "KSh9588"
currency: KES
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 13
category: "Derwent"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/48855856-watercolour-pencils-12-tin
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# ergonomic hexagonal grip 12 vibrant watercolour pencils watersoluble for wet & dry use Watercolour Pencils 12 Tin

**Brand:** derwent
**Price:** KSh9588
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Unlock your masterpiece potential with every stroke!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Watercolour Pencils 12 Tin by derwent
- **How much does it cost?** KSh9588 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/48855856-watercolour-pencils-12-tin)

## Best For

- derwent enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted derwent brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Hex Barrel:** Designed for comfort and stability, preventing roll and fatigue during long creative sessions.
- • **Versatile Wet & Dry Use:** Lay down dry color then activate with water for dynamic washes that can be reworked anytime.
- • **All Skill Levels Welcome:** Ideal for professionals, students, and amateurs seeking premium quality and creative freedom.
- • **Precision Meets Fluidity:** Experience the perfect blend of pencil control and watercolor magic for flawless artistic expression.
- • **Seamless Blending & Layering:** Soft, creamy texture lets you create delicate gradients or bold strokes with effortless ease.

## Overview

Derwent’s Set of 12 Watercolour Pencils combines professional-grade watersoluble pigments with an ergonomic hexagonal barrel for superior control and comfort. Perfect for artists of all levels, these pencils deliver smooth blending, vibrant colors, and versatile wet or dry application, making them an essential tool for painting and drawing enthusiasts.

## Description

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Review: Good quality and easy to use - Much more control using these pencils with my watercolour brushes than using the paints, nice colours as well
Review: Beautiful pencils - I love these Derwent watercolor pencils. They feel creamy in texture and wonderful to draw with. I've used so many brands of pencils over the years but Derwent for me feels like the best quality to use. It's wonderful to apply water to the drawing and they are so versatile for the way you draw/paint with it. I will always come back to these watercolor pencils, great shades and quality, they're the best to draw with, I have found.

## Features

- CONTENTS: 12 PREMIUM WATERCOLOUR PENCILS – Derwent Watercolour art pencil set in a protective tin, featuring 12 traditional colours.
- WATERSOLUBLE PENCILS FOR ARTISTS - Professional quality watercolour that combines the control and precision of pencils with the effects and techniques of a watercolour paint.
- SOFT TEXTURE FOR EASY BLENDING & LAYERING - delivers smooth application and seamless blending, create delicate gradients or bold strokes with minimal effort.
- ERGONOMIC HEXAGONAL BARREL DESIGN – The sleek 3.5mm hexagonal barrels prevent rolling and provide a comfortable grip, making these watercolour pencils ideal for extended use in studios, classrooms or professional settings.
- USE WET AND DRY - Laydown dry colour and then wet with a brush for washes of colour that can be re-wetted and adjusted even after drying, perfect for refining details.
- VERSATILE PAINTING SET FOR ALL LEVELS – Art supplies for adults: suitable for beginners, students and professional artists looking for a watercolour painting set.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000ILZB3W |
| Best Sellers Rank | 35,384 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 205 in Coloured Pencils for Adults |
| Brand | Derwent |
| Closure | Click-Off Cap |
| Colour | Multi-Colour |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,732) |
| Date First Available | 2 Oct. 2006 |
| Grip Type | Gripzone |
| Ink Colour | Multicolour |
| Item Weight | 70 g |
| Line Size | 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm |
| Manufacturer | Derwent |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 32881 |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Model Number | 32881 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Point Type | Medium |
| Product Dimensions | 30.48 x 30.48 x 25.4 cm; 70 g |
| Size | 12 count (Pack of 1) |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Teen, Adult
- **Brand:** Derwent
- **Colour:** Multi-Colour
- **Ink colour:** Multicolour
- **Material:** Wood
- **Model name:** Watercolour
- **Point type:** Medium
- **Special feature:** Blendable
- **Unit count:** 12.0 count
- **Writing instrument form:** Watercolor Pencil

## Images

![Watercolour Pencils 12 Tin - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BKVZ3AiNL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do I use these pencils?**
A: Suitable for all types of watercolour pencil styles and techniques. Use for large washes and looseness, or sharpen to create detail.

**Q: What is the core size?**
A: Watercolour pencils have a hexagonal 3.5mm core, that glides across the page.

**Q: What colours are in the set?**
A: Available in sets of 12, 24, 36, 48 and 72. Please refer to the product guides and documents section for colour chart.

**Q: What texture do Watercolour pencils have?**
A: The pencils are wax-based, watersoluble and soft, allowing for easier blending and layering.

**Q: What products can I use with Watercolour?**
A: Use on their own to create watercolour artworks. Or mix in with your favourite watersoluble pencils, paints or blocks.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality and easy to use
*by S***Z on 22 June 2025*

Much more control using these pencils with my watercolour brushes than using the paints, nice colours as well

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful pencils
*by S***. on 1 April 2024*

I love these Derwent watercolor pencils. They feel creamy in texture and wonderful to draw with. I've used so many brands of pencils over the years but Derwent for me feels like the best quality to use. It's wonderful to apply water to the drawing and they are so versatile for the way you draw/paint with it. I will always come back to these watercolor pencils, great shades and quality, they're the best to draw with, I have found.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ delicious
*by S***O on 4 November 2025*

i love using these with a water brush, great for on the go

## Frequently Bought Together

- Derwent WC PENCIL 12 CLR SET TIN
- Derwent WATERBRUSH ASSORTED 3PK

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*Last updated: 2026-03-16*