Distress Crayons by Tim Holtz are water-reactive pigment sticks created for layered mixed media work, expressive color and depth. Their creamy formulation allows direct, controlled application and can be used dry or activated with water for smooth blending.
They are ideal for bold focal points, highlights and enhancing existing backgrounds. Distress Crayons work with fingers, brushes, sponges or stencils and blend naturally with Distress Inks and Distress Oxides.
The Set 1 is a foundational palette, featuring clean, energetic colors that work beautifully on their own or combined.
👉 Features:
- Water-reactive pigment sticks for mixed media
- Creamy texture with a soft matte finish
- Can be used dry or with water
- Excellent control for details and shading
- Fully color-coordinated with Distress Inks & Distress Oxides
🎨 Colors included:
- Spiced Marmalade – orange
- Mustard Seed – yellow
- Picked Raspberry – pink
- Twisted Citron – yellow-green
- Mermaid Lagoon – teal
- Peacock Feathers – blue
👍 Ideal for:
- Mixed media projects
- Art journaling
- Junk journaling
- Scrapbooking and card making
- Bright, expressive layered backgrounds
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Pair Spiced Marmalade and Mustard Seed for warm foundations, add Picked Raspberry for bold accents, and use Mermaid Lagoon with Peacock Feathers to introduce cool depth and movement.
