The team interviewed groups of children who got to try out prototypes and provide their points of view. What were their favourite colours? What did they think of the paper? “The children had very strong and sensible opinions. We also realized how they use drawing and painting gear. For example, if you’re four years old and in the middle of making a drawing, you don’t always think of putting the cap back on the felt pen. So, these pens will last up to three days without caps.” To ensure high quality at the right price, the development work was allowed to take extra time. “What children do and how they do it is super important. That’s why we considered all their feedback and made sure the products met their needs.”
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The MÅLA series has everything your child needs when creativity kicks in. Paint! Cut! Draw! It’s all about having fun and letting your child explore the world through their own imagination – there’s no limit!
Article Number704.610.88
Product details
A dream for the young artist ‒ 32 yards of drawing paper. Just use some felt-tip pens or watercolors and roll out the paper.
Creating and being creative makes you calm and focused, and is extra nice after a day of school and activities.
Designer
IKEA of Sweden
Good to know
For use with MÅLA easel.
Materials and care
Material
- Chlorine free bleached paper
Measurements
- Width: 45 cm (17 ¾ ")
- Outside diameter: 8 cm (3 ¼ ")
- Roll length: 30 m (98 ')
- Inside diameter: 3 cm (1 ¼ ")
- Area: 13.50 m² (145 sq feet)
Packaging
MÅLA
Article Number704.610.88- Length: 45 cm (17 ¾ ")
- Weight: 0.95 kg (2 lb 1 oz)
- Diameter: 8 cm (3 ")
- Package(s): 1
Ratings and reviews
What can one say it is paper.AnnaBought the rolls to make a pattern for a dog coat. I am sure this will work well, when I get to the project.
This is great for Arts and craftsMonaThis is great for Arts and crafts ... not only for kids but also for Adults.
I wish it was a little better priced, or would go on sale, so can buy it more often.
Accessorize the easel nicelySylviaThe little one spent lots of time expending her creativity.
ExcelenteSaraI like so much
greatMarinagreat quality
Can't beat the price! GracePrice and quality you can't beat!
Pattern perfect!JoanneI have used this in the past in my kindergarten classes for art and it’s great because you can go short or mural length. Now I am using it to draw embroidery patterns which I then transfer onto fabric with a transfer pencil. So, it’s versatile too! Good weight and recyclable when you are finished.
Mala paper rollNicoleThe Mala paper roll is a great deal! 30m for $5 allows lots of fun colouring, painting, using as wrap to mail items or pack up a house. Unlimited uses in my opinion.
Paper rollGeorgeGreat for the youngsters to draw and color on
When they’re done easy to clean up
Great paperLorraineChildren love the paper roll
Creative young minds
Must have for kids!SheilaA go-to to have in my home for the grandbabies. I have also used it for crafting & wrapping gifts. So handy!
Craft drawing paper DarleneVery durable
Kids love itSaraThis is great for more than just an easel. The kids love just drawing on a giant piece of paper on the table or floor. Hours of entertainment!
Drawing paperDonnaReally pleased with the weight of this paper. Holds paint used with a brayer....great for creating your own personal wrapping paper.
Great product! Highly recommend. FranciskaThis is a great arts and crafts item for my toddler and serves its purpose. Value for price - can’t beat that at under $5 CAN.
I like it DanielaIt is a great product
GreatDemetriosLove it
Love itZanetaThe best paper for my kids to draw.
Paper roll SarahLots of paper for cheap
Seems great as expectedEmmaHaven't used it yet. I think it would be great for kids drawing or as a wrapping paper shown by some other people. The holders sold by ikea seem not cheaper.
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
1254Reviews
Story
For all creative little explorers
Drawings all over the kitchen table and coloured felt pens without caps. Does it sound familiar? This is definitely part of living with children, and actually something to be happy about. Painting, drawing, and crafting are in fact not just fun, but important work, and a way for your child to develop. When we created the MÅLA series, we wanted to take children’s creation very seriously and listened to the true experts: the children themselves.
We always start with the child’s perspective to understand what they really need. In this project, we found facts and inspiration in pedagogy focusing on creativity. “We realized that creativity isn’t just any play for children, they’re little researchers who use creation to understand the world around them,” says Ina Tidbeck Sjöblom who was part of creating the MÅLA series.
Made for busy artists
Easy to get started
The MÅLA series has been around for a long time, but it keeps growing and evolving as we see new needs and get new ideas. All parts should be easy to grab and use whenever inspiration strikes. “The child shouldn’t need a parent nearby to start drawing or painting. Being able to do things on your own is an important part of development. You grow with the task.”