The team interviewed groups of children who got to try out prototypes and provide their points of view. What were their favorite colors? 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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504.775.99The 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!
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MÅLA Colored pencil, mixed colors
The pencils are water-soluble, so with a wet brush your child can blend colors in their drawing for creative results.
The pencils are designed to fit comfortably in children´s hands, so they can draw with ease.
Creating and being creative makes you calm and focused, and is extra nice after a day of school and activities.
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S Fager/C Tubertini
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Colored pencils watercolorMelanieI’ve gotten before and my preschoolers love them so want to have another set!!!
Perfect watercolor pencil for young and oldSusanI bought these for me, my grandchildren and girlfriends! Great to use on little inexpensive canvass with water paintbrush for smoothing/blending colors. Excellent value!
Watercolor pencilsEstherVery blendable and good quality. The lead is very thick and a pencil sharpener is provided.
No mess, It's great!Anonymous reviewerMy grandkids loves them, and there is no mess to clean. Even with the brushes, very easy to use.
FantasticNasdiraThese are sturdy! I don't have to worry about my child breaking these :)
Coloring pencilsReynaNot a big fan
Watercolor pencils wow!CeciliaMy grandchild love them. Easy to use, when the water was added the colors are beautiful.
FairPatriceThey color pretty well but I couldn’t work up the painting medium. Nice enough for the price.
GreatJessicaMy daughter love it
Great gift for any kids birthdayMeganThis is a staple in our home! And definitely given as a gift MANY times! Total bonus that you can use this to make water color paintings!
These pencils are wow!MichelleVery high quality! For the price, these colored pencils are amazing!
2 for 1...JohnGreat product to have around my desk for impromptu art breaks.
Versatile and Engaging: MALA Watercolor Pencils Surprise and DelightCjI recently ventured into purchasing the MALA watercolor pencils, a set that intriguingly includes a sharpener and a watercolor brush. Initially, the lack of clear explanation at IKEA left me puzzled about the nature of these pencils and the purpose of the brush. However, after some contemplation, I finally figured it out, and gladly purchased this product.
After experimentation, both my pre-teen and I were absolutely delighted with our discovery. These pencils beautifully transition from standard coloring to vibrant watercolor art with just a touch of water, offering a versatile and engaging experience. The inclusion of the brush and sharpener adds great value, allowing for immediate creative exploration.
Despite the initial uncertainty, these pencils have proven to be a fantastic find, encouraging artistic expression in both young and mature artists alike !
great purchase !Ashleywould 100% recommend, there comfortable to hold and are amazing quality, and it’s a great selection of colors ╰(▔∀▔)╯
ColorsKarlaColors
CreativeDebraCreative
The pencils are sturdySueThe pencils are sturdy
goodMikhailgood
Perfect for toddlersLauraNice grip for small hands, light colors
Nice watercolor pencilsTomThese watercolor pencils are very nice and they dissolve almost completely when adding water with a brush. They actually perform better than my set of Derwent watercolor pencils.
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For all creative little explorers
Drawings all over the kitchen table and colored 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.”
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What is solid wood?
Solid wood is one of our favorite materials and is part of our Scandinavian heritage. It is also a timeless material with many uses. Regardless of the tree species, it is durable, beautiful and renewable. We strive to use this raw material as smartly and efficiently as possible to avoid waste – and we also invest in facilities and logistics so that we can increase the use of recycled wood.