Distress Crayons by Tim Holtz are water-reactive pigment sticks created for layered mixed media work, shading and depth. Their creamy formulation allows direct, controlled application and can be used dry or activated with water for natural blending.
They are ideal for aging effects, subtle shading and enhancing existing backgrounds. Distress Crayons work with fingers, brushes, sponges or stencils and blend naturally with Distress Inks and Distress Oxides.
The Set 3 is a foundational neutral palette, perfect for vintage, grunge and monochrome creative projects.
👉 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:
- Picket Fence – white
- Antique Linen – ivory
- Vintage Photo – brown
- Walnut Stain – dark brown
- Hickory Smoke – grey
- Black Soot – black
👍 Ideal for:
- Mixed media projects
- Art journaling
- Junk journaling
- Scrapbooking and card making
- Vintage, grunge and neutral backgrounds
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Use Picket Fence and Antique Linen for light bases, build aging with Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain, and finish with Hickory Smoke and Black Soot to add depth, shadow and contrast.
