Holiday Art Supply Gift Guide 2021

Holiday Art Supply Gift Guide 2021

Protect Your Art Supplies This Summer with Lyra & Faber Castell Kneaded Erasers! 🖌️☀️ Avoid sticky messes in the Texas heat by using kneaded erasers with plastic cases. Lyra's eraser is less sticky, making it ideal for delicate use, while Faber Castell offers extra softness, perfect for those with arthritis. Skip the hassle of Prismacolor's crumbly erasers and choose reliable, heat-friendly options instead. Stock up now to keep your art tools functional all summer long!

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What Art Supplies to Gift for the Holidays 2020

What Art Supplies to Gift for the Holidays 2020

Best Holiday Art Supply Gift Ideas for 2020
Looking for the perfect art supplies to gift this holiday season? From digital tools like the iPad Air and Apple Pen to traditional essentials like watercolor sets, linocut kits, and professional-grade pencils, this curated guide has it all. Perfect for budding artists, quarantine crafters, or seasoned creators, these thoughtful gifts offer the joy of creativity that lasts well beyond the holidays. Discover top picks like Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, Stonehenge Paper, and ergonomic table easels—all with links to affordable, reliable suppliers. Shop smart, support a small business, and spark artistic inspiration today!

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The Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick Is Now Being Manufactured as the Factis BM2 Eraser

The Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick Is Now Being Manufactured as the Factis BM2 Eraser

Celebrate the return of the Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick, now known as the Factis BM2 Eraser by General's Pencil Co. After being discontinued, artists searched for a worthy replacement, but the Factis BM2 delivers the same quality and durability at an affordable price. Available at DickBlick.com, it’s perfect for precise erasing without damaging your paper. Keep your drawings clean and your erasing effortless with this beloved tool!

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Graphite Pencil Review: For the Love of the Graphite Pencil

Graphite Pencil Review: For the Love of the Graphite Pencil

As an artist and educator, I’ve tested a variety of graphite pencils to find the best options for drawing. From budget-friendly brands like Marco Raffine to premium choices like Tombow Mono, I’ve discovered that higher-quality pencils offer smoother textures, better durability, and less breakage. While cheaper pencils may seem like a bargain, they often cause frustration with frequent breakage and rough textures. In this review, I compare popular brands, helping you choose the right pencil for your art—whether you're a beginner or experienced artist.

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Recommended Gift Art Supplies for the Budding Artist

Recommended Gift Art Supplies for the Budding Artist

Here are some great gift ideas for the art lover in your life - just as the holiday season approaches. I posted something similar a couple of seasons ago, but this updated list includes new finds and changes due to suppliers and technology. These are my recommended gift art supplies for the budding artist!

Art supplies make a perfect gift--because it is the gift of an experience--something that will reward the receiver for much longer than just the holiday season. They are the tools that give the art lover in your life a learned skill that lasts. On that note, here are some of my most coveted supplies with links to easy online suppliers at a good price. Happy shopping!

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Art Supplies for the Budding Artist

Art Supplies for the Budding Artist

Still looking for holiday presents for your favorite budding artist? These are the essential drawing art supplies I can't live without! Many of these are on my newly updated Recommended Supplies list, however, some of these are not because they go beyond my basic supplies for drawing lessons. Nothing beats the gift of art supplies, because it is the gift of an experience- something that will reward the receiver for much longer than just the holiday season, and will give your favorite person a learned skill that lasts. Here are my most coveted tools, with links to easy online suppliers.

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