I first came across these paint sticks at a kids’ craft day, and I was surprised by how good they were. The colors are rich, bold, and go on smoothly—almost like using a solid marker or lipstick instead of traditional paint. Kids love them because they get that satisfying “painting” feel without the mess, and parents love them because cleanup is incredibly easy. A quick wipe with a damp cloth takes the color right off hands and most surfaces, which makes them a great choice for younger children who tend to get paint everywhere. They also dry quickly, so artwork doesn’t smear or transfer onto clothes, tables, or other paper. The washable, non-toxic formula is reassuring, and I appreciate that the sticks twist up like crayons, which keeps the whole experience neat and contained. They’re perfect for at-home arts and crafts, school projects, or group activities where traditional paints would be too messy. For the price, these are an excellent alternative to watercolors or tempera paint, especially if you want something easy and low stress. Bottom line: Bright, vibrant, kid-friendly paint sticks that clean up effortlessly. A great addition to any child’s craft setup. Read more
As an art teacher, I love these paint sticks! They’re vibrant, easy to use, and perfect for kids and students. The colors are bright and blend well, and cleanup is a breeze since they’re washable and non-toxic. I also appreciate that they’re tempera-based, so I don’t have to worry about messy spills or harsh chemicals in the classroom. These are a great addition to any art program for hands-on creativity. Read more
These are awesome. I wish I knew about them sooner. Paint without the mess. My daughter is six and uses them almost everyday. The paint keeps her occupied for hours. They are fun to use, dry quickly and come in a big variety of colors. I will be buying them again. Read more
We love The Best Crafts Paint Sticks! 🎨 They’re super easy to use, mess-free, and dry quickly , perfect for toddlers and little artists. The colors are bright and smooth, and I love that there’s no cleanup needed. My kid can paint anywhere without the usual spills or stains. Such a fun, creative must-have for craft time! Read more
These are great paint sticks for little ones! No mess and my grandson loves using them! Quality is great and any mess he makes is easily cleaned up Read more
Bought my nephew, loves coloring and artsy stuff! The colors were so vibrant, I even had fun drawing with them! Thick markers with cap! Good use, great price! Had for about a year and they still do great work, haven’t dried out. Read more
I'm really happy with these. I was worried about transfer of paint. But this paint works well, has good coverage and dries quickly. It doesn't smudge and there's no transfer. I'm pleasantly surprised by the quality. I ordered for my 2.5 year old. These are easy for her to use. Although she still needs to be supervised when using so she doesn't paint on the floor or walls. I would say these are best suited for children 3+ years of age. The colors are vibrant and very pretty. I would recommend. Read more
These paint sticks are great! I wouldn't necessarily consider them "paint", they are more like a super soft crayon - think bath crayon. But they go on paper super easily and both our 1 year old and 3 year old can use them effortlessly. They love that they are called paint, something about it makes it more fun than crayons. And I've noticed that it's relatively mess-free and even comes off skin pretty easily. They seem relatively durable and I expect they'll last a good amount of time. Definitely worth the buy - it kept my kids busy for at least an hour. Read more
