Crayola 12ct Washable Paint Sticks: Non-Toxic Kids' Craft Paint, Water-Based Acrylic, Multicolored, Ages 3+
$11.79
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WARNING: choking hazard - small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.
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These paint sticks offer a vibrant and fun alternative for young artists, making creativity accessible and enjoyable. Guests appreciate the smooth application and variety of colors, which inspire imaginative projects without the usual mess associated with traditional paints. While some guests experienced issues with messiness and durability, many found them easy to use and perfect for crafting with children. Overall, they are a delightful addition to any art collection for kids.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
3.6 out of 5 stars with 84 reviews
quality: 2.11 out of 5
value: 2.18 out of 5
15% would recommend
19 recommendations
2 out of 5 stars
2 November, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Don’t use them on pumpkins these are not fast drying and it’s been two days and still hasn’t dried
5 out of 5 stars
26 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Beautiful new medium for young artists!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My 4 year old found these easy to use and loved the colors. The texture was different than our normal Crayola mediums, which made it fun to use. The colors are vibrant and flow smoothly. We loved adding this set to our collection!
5 out of 5 stars
25 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Bright and colorful crayon alternative
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These were a fun alternative to traditional crayons and paints. The colors are vibrant. My kids enjoyed drawing with them together.
5 out of 5 stars
25 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Better than paint
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These paint sticks are great! Nice variety of colors and not messy at all. My 3 year old enjoyed painting acorns and rocks with these. We also did some paper craft.
5 out of 5 stars
25 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Easy Clean Up!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My four-year-old found these Crayola washable paint sticks really easy to use and had so much fun with them. The colors are bright, they go on smoothly, and there’s no big mess to clean up afterward. I love that my child can get creative without me worrying too much about the mess
5 out of 5 stars
22 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Perfect for busy moms and little artists.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Paint sticks are so fun and easy to use! Thr kids love them to make posters. They dry quickly which helps as they love to layer colors.
5 out of 5 stars
17 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Perfect paint for my little artist
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My son couldn’t wait to pain. Easy clean up. Great set of different colors
5 out of 5 stars
17 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
Smooth art
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are so nice. I think I like them more than markers though they can't get fine details. Glide really smoothly and leave a nice color. Rubbed some on my finger and it rubbed right off. Tried to rub it off the page as soon as I put it down and it was instantly dried.
5 out of 5 stars
16 October, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
12ct Washable Paint Sticks
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These paint sticks are very innovative! We really like that they are just like glue sticks in ease of use, the Caps come off easy, they can be rolled up with little hands , and the colors are super vibrant!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 September, 2026
Grandma
Target was out of stock of Llama Mondo washable paint sticks so I tried Crayola. I want my money back. First, they are more expensive than the other brand. They are messy. They do not wash off of hands easily. They break easily. They do not draw as smoothly as other brand. The cap is hard to get off. My 2 1/2 year old grandson cannot get the caps off , but can easily take off the other brand caps. The colors are not as vibrant. Little pieces of the stick break off as they are being used. Poor quality. Very disappointed in this Crayola product. I will NEVER buy these again.
From Crayola team
Hi, Debra. Thank you for sharing your honest feedback regarding Crayola Washable Paint Sticks in your review. Creative time should be fun and we are sorry your time with the product was frustrating. Our Consumer Care Team would like to hear from you so we can assist. Please contact us at 1-800-CRAYOLA. - Chris, Colorful Care Team
1 month ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 May, 2026
Hard no. Messier than you think.
Wish I read reviews before purchasing in store. Regular paint is less messy than this. They crumble and leave little “shavings” everywhere that are extremely messy. Kids track it everywhere. Thankful it’s washable but these went right in the trash after first use. Waste of money.
From Crayola team
Hi, Lisa. We appreciate your honest feedback regarding Crayola Washable Paint Sticks. Although designed to create less mess than traditional paint, clearly that was not your experience. We are sorry this happened and will share your feedback with our Creative Tools Team to help us improve. In the meantime, our Consumer Care would like to hear from you and assist you further. Please contact us at 1-800-CRAYOLA. We look forward to getting you back to joyful creative adventures! - Chris, Colorful Care Team
5 months ago
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
25 May, 2026
Messy and sticky.
We received these as a gift. They are so messy, like a colored glue stick. We live in a humid climate and we had a lot of trouble with these drying. Might be more fun for a little kiddo. I would not have these in my house again.
From Crayola team
Paint Sticks are designed to feel smooth and contained, so when they come across as messy or don’t dry well it can definitely change how enjoyable they are to use. Your comparison to a glue‑stick texture is really helpful insight, and we appreciate you sharing how they performed in your home. If you’d like to talk through this or explore options that may better fit your needs, our Colorful Care Team is available at 1‑800‑CRAYOLA and would be happy to assist. -Taylor, Colorful Care Team
5 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
29 March, 2026
originally posted on crayola.com
SO easy for tiny humans
These are so smooth to paint/color with! My 2 year old loves them. We use them on mixed media paper and copy paper. They’re almost like an oil pastel. They do take a little time to dry but once they do, the color doesn’t come off and they’re not oily anymore. The only drawback is while being used some of the color kinda comes in flakes or chunks depending on pressure during use and those chunks can be kind of messy. But hey, painting anything with a toddler involves some clean up! I 100% will repurchase these.
2 out of 5 stars
25 January, 2026Verified purchase
Messy
Bright colors, but these are more like a really messy crayon.
1 out of 5 stars
13 January, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
All dried out. So disappointing
From Crayola team
Your disappointment is understandable. We are sorry that your experience with Crayola Washable Paint Sticks was not as vibrant as it should have been. Thank you for sharing your feedback; it is very important to us. Our Consumer Care Team is eager to help you create colorful artwork again. Please reach out to us at 1-800-CRAYOLA. We hope to hear from you soon. – Chris, Colorful Care Team
10 months ago
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
13 January, 2026Verified purchase
Not worth it
I really wanted to like these but they’re not that washable and get gummy quickly. They wound up being just as messy as actual paint but didn’t mix as well. So I would say if you want paint, avoid these and buy actual paint.
From Crayola team
Thank you for sharing your honest review, Gordie. Our goal is to offer art supplies that inspire hours of creativity. We are sorry for your disappointing experience with your Crayola Washable Paint Sticks. Our team would like to learn more about the issues you encountered and assist you further. Please contact us at 1-800-CRAYOLA. - Chris, Colorful Care Team
10 months ago
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 December, 2025
Would not recommend
Chunky pieces come off, not smooth like other brands. These are a waste of money
From Crayola team
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, Sara. We’re sorry to hear that the paint sticks didn’t meet your expectations. The chunky pieces and lack of smooth application you described are not what we aim to deliver. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and will share your comments with our quality team for review. For further assistance, please contact our Colorful Care Team at 1-800-CRAYOLA so we can help make this right. -Taylor, Colorful Care Team
10 months ago
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
1 December, 2025Verified purchase
Fun, easy, and convenient
Great for medium weight paper (but not for canvas board), Easy use, convenient feature on cap that fits in the back of the paint stick (no runaway caps!). Use plain tap water to thin and blend colors for a "wash" effect. Cleans up on tables and desks with a simple baby wipe or Lysol wipe. Cleans from hands with simple soap and water. Excellent for experimenting with different techniques. PS: The Metallic ones actually show up metallic!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 October, 2025Verified purchase
Stains wood floors. Will not wash out.
These stained my wood floors. Maybe if your kid is older, you can risk using these, but since my son is only five, he gets excited and pushes these hard on the paper and big chunks fall to the floor. I have tried every cleaning fluid I have on hand to try to get the stains out, with no luck. It should not claim to be washable if it can stain so easily.
From Crayola team
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Loraine. We are sorry to hear that the Washable Paint Sticks have not met your expectations. Based on packaging, Washable Paint Sticks are made with washable dyes and designed to wash from skin and most washable clothing. We suggest protecting other surfaces that cannot be laundered just in case colorful accidents may happen. We may have a stain removal tip that would work for removing these marks. Please contact us at 1-800-CRAYOLA with further information so we can learn more and assist you. Hope to speak with you soon. -Taylor, Colorful Care Team
1 year ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
12 October, 2025
Breaks apart
These markers were not what I expected. After only a few minutes of drawing, the paint stick started to break apart
From Crayola team
Oh, no! Crayola Washable Paint Sticks are designed to allow you have a smooth and less-mess creative experience. We are sorry to hear about the issue you had with them. Our goal is for every Crayola artistic adventure to be colorful and fun, so let us help. Please reach out to our Consumer Care Team at 1-800-CRAYOLA, so we can make this right. - Chris, Colorful Care Team
1 year ago