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TBC The Best Crafts

TBC The Best Crafts Washable Tempera Paint Sticks 12 Colors

  • Item Volume: 0.3 fl oz
  • Paint Type: Tempera
  • Finish Type: High-Gloss
  • Coverage: 0.35 Ounce (Pack of 12)

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A practical, low-mess paint format for young kids that dries fast and washes off easily, better suited to quick projects than detailed color work.

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ASIN: B08BFYBTKYModel: 2160Category: Art Paints

Colors Available

1212 Colors Pastel12 Colors Metallic2424 Colors Mixed pack36

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Overview

A 12-color set of twist-up tempera paint sticks for kids ages 2 to 8, applied like a lipstick rather than dipped or brushed, and washable off skin, fabric, and most household surfaces.

The beeswax-based stick format sidesteps the two usual complaints with kids' paint: spills from open jars and pigment that never fully dries. Twisting the stick up and down instead of peeling a paper wrapper, as older paint crayons do, also means less breakage in a kid's hands. The tradeoff of any paint stick format is less color-mixing control than liquid paint, but for quick projects that is rarely the point.

  • 12 classic tempera colors included
  • Beeswax-based formula, twist-up stick
  • Non-toxic, washable, water-soluble
  • Sized for ages 2 to 8

Who it's for

Fits parents and classrooms outfitting toddlers and young kids for quick art projects, cards, and posters where a fast, low-mess medium matters more than fine color blending. Not the choice for anyone wanting liquid paint's blending and layering control.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Twist-up format resists breaking
  • Dries fast enough to avoid smudging
  • Washes off skin and fabric with a wet towel
Cons
  • Less color-blending control than liquid paint

Performance notes

The formula dries within seconds of application, which is what lets a finished piece go straight into a folder without smudging. The twist mechanism advances a fresh stick surface without the breakage risk of a wrapped crayon, and the water-soluble pigment is what allows a wet paper towel to lift it off skin, fabric, and most washable surfaces without scrubbing.

Specifications

BrandTBC The Best Crafts
Model2160
Capacity & performance
Item Volume0.3 fl oz
Age Range DescriptionBaby,Kid,Youth
Construction & materials
Finish TypeHigh-Gloss
Color12
Color CodePack Of 12
Included components
Unit Count4.2 ounces
Included Components(Pack of 12)
Warranty & support
Warranty Description2 years
Other details
Paint TypeTempera
Coverage0.35 Ounce (Pack of 12)
Water Resistance LevelNot Water Resistant
Is WaterproofNo
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor
Dry Time In Hours1
Item FormCylindrical
Container TypeCan
Part Number2160
Full Cure Time30 minutes
Specific Uses For ProductArt Painting
Surface RecommendationPaper,Wood

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Frequently asked questions

Are TBC paint sticks washable?

Yes, the water-soluble formula is designed to come off skin, fabric, and surfaces like a kitchen table with a wet paper towel.

How do TBC paint sticks apply differently from crayons?

They twist up like a lipstick rather than using a peel-off paper wrapper, so there is less breakage and a fresh surface exposes as needed.

What age range are these paint sticks designed for?

They are sized and gripped for kids roughly ages 2 to 8.