Painting supplies

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    Table easel

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    Watercolour Pencils - 12 pcs

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    Acrylic paint. 12 pcs

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    Watercolour Paints

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    Paint Brushes - 5 pcs

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    Canvas - 40x50 cm

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    Mixing palette. With 6 paintbrushes

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    Canvas - 30x40 cm

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    Watercolour Paints - 12 pcs

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    Watercolour brush pens. 8 pcs

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Painting supplies – Simple tools for colourful sessions

Set up relaxed painting at the kitchen table with supplies that start quickly and clean down fast. This collection suits beginners, clubs and family afternoons. Find watercolour pans and poster paints, assorted brushes, palettes, canvases and pads, water cups, aprons and cloths—practical pieces that encourage calm focus without demanding a studio.

Match format to the moment. Watercolours support layering and quick drying; poster paints deliver bold blocks for signs and school projects. Keep a limited palette for harmony. Work in short stages—base, dry, detail—and place a rack or spare chair for drying so the main surface stays free for snacks and planning.

Brush choice matters. A round brush handles lines and small areas, a flat brush covers backgrounds and a detail brush finishes edges. Rinse between colours, reshape and lay flat to dry. Younger painters benefit from thicker handles and sturdy paper that resists heavy water use during enthusiastic first passes.

Storage is light work. Stack pads, keep brushes bristle-up once dry and store paints in a shallow box. With measured tools and tidy habits, painting becomes a favourite routine rather than a once-a-year event.

Frequently asked questions

Which paint suits beginners best?

Watercolour pans and poster paints are friendly choices. Pans offer gentle layering with minimal mess, while poster paints provide quick coverage for signs and bold shapes. Start with primary colours plus white, then mix on a palette. Limiting options keeps results coherent and helps new painters learn control and contrast.

What brush sizes cover most needs?

A small round, a medium flat and a fine liner handle the majority of tasks. The round manages outlines and petals, the flat fills backgrounds and the liner refines edges. Add a larger flat for washes if you enjoy skies and broad gradients. Rinse promptly and reshape to extend brush life.

How do I keep mess low at home?

Work over a wipeable mat, decant small amounts onto a palette and use one water cup for brushes and a second for final rinses. Keep wipes and a cloth nearby. A two-minute clear-down—brushes, palette, table—protects enthusiasm and ensures the next session starts in moments, not hours.

How should I dry and store paintings?

Stand pieces upright on a spare chair or rack, allowing air to circulate. Avoid stacking until fully dry. Slip finished works into a large envelope or portfolio to keep edges safe. Labelling the spine by date helps track progress and makes sharing or gifting straightforward later.

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