If there is ever an opportunity to review something arty and crafty, I’m right there. On Saturday, I spent the majority of the day getting creative with Printkick products which I had been kindly sent to review. As you can imagine, I was having the best time and even though some of these items were aimed at kids, I was secretly glad I didn’t have any, so I could get to have all the fun myself, ha ha…
Printkick are a small family business which started in 2001 (although they have roots back to 1987). They primarily sell ceramics like printed mugs to small businesses around the UK, however they have now expanded their range to include all sorts, such as these fabulous arts and crafts sets which I am reviewing in this post. There is also a stationery section for all those stationery lovers out there!
Printkick are also involved in The Umbrella Project 2018, a campaign with ADHD Foundation for neurodiversity which celebrates the gifts, talents and employability of those with ADHD & Autism.
Printkick say: “This event is at the heart of what our society should be: caring, empathetic and willing to engage. Discussing the positive aspects of invisible health conditions makes us stronger. From celebrities to scientists, people with ADHD have created a monumental impact on the world. Building a safer and more welcoming workplace is one step to widening this impact for future generations.”
The first item I spotted inside my bundle of arty goodies was this cute little painting set in a wooden box. This encourages your kids (or adult-kids) to get their creative juices flowing. It includes a diverse range of useful items such as a paint brush, sharpener, eraser, pencil, 8 crayons and 12 watercolours. These kinda sets would be absolutely perfect right now to keep your children entertained over the summer holidays!
As me and watercolours are not friends at the moment (see why here) I decided to head straight for the colouring pencils first. Colouring in is so therapeutic and the perfect way to calm your mind. Also, does anyone else see sharp colouring pencils and just want to colour in things immediately?
This is the Adult Drawing Book – a neat little set which includes 12 colouring pencils and a pad of colouring pages. This would be ideal for travelling, keeping you occupied on long journeys and flights. I love the intricate and detailed design which means you can really take your time, relax and zone out.
I could honestly spend hours and hours colouring things in pretty colours.
The cool thing about Printkick products is that every product here can be personalized and companies can have their corporate logo printed on the items. You can read more about the services they offer here. It sounds like a great way to get your brand out there in a fun and interactive way.
The second product which I was excited to try was this pretty awesome colour me in sheep tote bag. Yes, that’s right, a sheep bag you can colour in. I’m sure this is predominately marketed at children but that small fact wasn’t going to stop me now. I had my 5 felt tips ready and I was good to go!
Let your imagination run wild with this fun little set. Want a blue sheep? Go for it. Pink grass? You’re the boss. I stuck to more traditional sheep colours for mine and was pretty happy with how this fluffy chap turned out. I don’t think I’ll be taking him to the supermarket with me anytime soon, but I can see why kids would enjoy creating this and proudly showing off their little bag when they go out.
I was gifted so many awesome goodies and was especially looking forward to getting creative in this cute cork notebook with the wax crayons. I had never owned a cork notebook before and I still don’t. Shaun decided he wanted to keep this one for himself as it’s rare I have a notebook that isn’t pink and girly. I tried to offer him the Shaun the Sheep canvas bag to take to work with him instead, but he politely declined.
The one condition was that the first page would be pretty and floral so I could test out my crayons.
I can’t remember the last time I coloured in with crayons so this felt pretty nostalgic and 90s. I received 30 different wax crayons all in a handy pot to keep things tidy and organised. There is nothing worse than getting your crayons and pencils muddled up, believe me.
Not only are you able to personalize your products, Printkick have also launched a new eco-friendly range, as they are trying to ensure that organisations are aware of their environmental impact and can make better choices with their printed items. Another great reason to check out their shop!
Just as I was writing this post, the doorbell rang and I had a package of even more Printkick goodies! Wow! I’m never going to complain about the opportunity to try out more arts and crafts supplies, so I grabbed my camera and had some fun reviewing these unexpected gifts:
Colouring in magnetic stickers and a domino set.
Thank you Printkick for sending me all these fab goodies to review, I had great fun trying out these products. Hope you enjoyed the post, what was your favourite arts and crafts kit? I’d love to hear from you!
I find colouring to be a wonderful way to refocus my mind! I love that these little bits and pieces have practical uses (like the magnets and bag) as well as being fun to do. Now I just want to go and grab all of my coloured pens and doodle all day. Will definitely check out the Printkick website. What a lovely post to read first thing! 😊
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Thank you so much for the lovely comment Emily! 💖 I agree, colouring is so therapeutic and good for the mind. Yay for doodling all day! 😄 Glad you enjoyed the post 😘 xx
Cool stuff and I can only imagine what fun you had with that. Yes, good for big kids as well as kids, if they can get their hands on it.
Colouring is relaxing and it’s my escape at times, to wind down mindfully.
It looks good quality stuff too and I have never seen a cork notebook. Looks good quality too.
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Thank you so much Liz! 💖 It was really fun to do and a great way to relax 😍. The cork notebook is really unusual isn’t it. Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
Wow this all looks fab! As if he didn’t want the sheep bag to take to work haha. I love that adult colouring book too.
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Thanks Rachael! 💖 Ha ha! That’s exactly what I thought! 😂🙈 I know he secretly wanted that bag. Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
Wow, what lovely products to be sent for reviewing! Looks like you had a great time trying them out. That paint set is super cute, perfect to take away with you on holiday, just like the other bits too! Great review Bexa xx
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Thank you so much Rebecca! 💖 It was such a fun thing to do! Aww yes, the paint set is really cute! Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
You’ve got a brilliant box of goodies there 😄. I like your cute little painting set in it’s wooden box ☺️. I agree, colouring in is definitely a great way to relax and calm the mind 👍. Also, thanks for the cork notebook, it will come in handy 😘. A lovely post Bexa 😄😍💖😘 xxxx
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Thanks so much Shaun! 💖 Yeah, colouring in is super relaxing and a nice to chill out. Glad you liked the cork notebook, I hope my flower is still in there! 😂☺️💖😍 xxxx
Thanks for your review Bexa! Awesome pictures too! 🙂
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Thanks so much Aiden! Glad you liked the post! Really enjoyed using the goodies, so thanks again for the opportunity! ☺️💖 xx
Wow, these are so much fun! I love that the kits come with a variety of materials and mediums. I know certain days I’m only in the mood to do certain kinds of art so a kit like this is great because no matter what mood I’m bound to find something to enjoy.
Your mention of not drawing with crayons since the 90s made me realise I haven’t drawn with them in ages either and now I really wnat to go buy me a cheap pack of crayons and colour with them. I wonder if I’ll get frustrated with them right away or just fall back into the simple pleasures of being a kid? They definitely aren’t as easy to control as colored pencils. (Speaking of coloured pencils, did those come pre-sharpened? My least favourite thing is sharpening pencils. I prefer all mine to come with ready-made sharp tips. :P)
Keep sharing all the creative products, I love them! <3
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Thank you so much for your lovely thoughtful comment Asti 💖. It was such a fun bundle of goodies to try! Oh gosh yes, colouring in with crayons was nostalgic but also a bit frustrating as it’s hard to keep within the lines 😂😝. Luckily all the pencils came pre-sharpened, that’s a job I don’t like doing either 🙈. I’m glad you enjoy the posts and thanks for all the blog love & support. You are so kind 💕☺️ xx
Lots of fun activities here to do! The sheep tote bag looked really good coloured in and I totally agree that even though it’s marketed at children, I would want to give it a go too! I adore colouring in, it’s so relaxing.. I have the same adult colouring book set too and it’s really cool to see a page of it done, as I haven’t had the chance to use mine yet. You got a great haul of goodies and it sounds like you enjoyed them. ♥
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Thanks so much for your lovely comment 💖. That’s awesome you have the same colouring book too, there are so many cool designs, I’m looking forward to doing some more soon. Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😍 xx
These sets are so amazingly cute! I love how bright and colourful everything is, it reminds me of colouring in books I used to have as a kid! Love how you’ve written about this Bexa <3
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Thank you so much Alys! 😍Glad you enjoyed the post and yay for colouring! 💖 xx
Oh I love these things! When I first started counselling I was told to do colouring as part of my therapy – and I found it so helpful and relaxing! I love the intricate designs on the prints you received!
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Thanks so much Eva 💖. Colouring is so therapeutic, I can see why they would recommend it in counselling. It’s such a relaxing thing to do. Glad you enjoyed the post 💕😍 xx
I was so excited to see what you’d been sent from Printkick as I’ve got a box of goodies to try out with Flora over the summer too! Their range is fantastic, I can’t get over how much fun all these bits and pieces are. Personally, I would love a sheep bag to take to work, I can’t understand how Shaun could turn that one down, haha. I think my favourites here are the painting box and the adult watercolour kit, both of which are ideal for taking on holiday too. Fab review and gorgeous pictures, as always! xx
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Thank you so much Lisa! 💖 Yay! That’s awesome Flora has a box of Printkick goodies to try out too! I can’t wait to see what she thinks of them 😍. Ha ha, I know, I thought the sheep bag would be perfect for Shaun’s sandwiches 🤣😝. I’m glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
What a lovely post Bexa! I am enjoying coloring so much these days. Shopping for anything stationary is always fun. You got some cute and pretty stuff. I remember the last time I colored with oil pastels was 3-4 years back. Lovely post with beautiful pictures as always. 🙂
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Thank you so much Via! 💖 Stationery is the best isn’t it 😍. I’ve never tried with oil pastels myself, I must give it a go sometime, it sounds fun! Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
These look like such great products and I’m so glad you see how much you enjoyed using them and spending your evening getting crafty! I’m amazed at how quickly you coloured everything. I’ve attempted more colouring books this year but it’s taken me like 6 months to complete one drawing haha! xxx
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Aww thanks so much Jenny! 💖 It was really fun to do. I know what you mean, it can be really time consuming but nice if you have a spare evening. Glad you liked the products 😍 xx
This looks lush and like so much fun!
And yeah, why should kids have all of fun? I want this for myself haha.
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Thanks so much Cora! 💖 Exactly 😂 we should all be able to enjoy it and get creative! 😍 xx
That bag is so cute! 😍 what great sets to have on offer, I love the patterns! I love colouring it’s one of my favourite things to do! So that would be one of the perfectly panned days for me. You seem to get a range of products, which is great as there is something for everyone! Bonus, you got to do it all by yourself and didn’t have to share haha! Thank you for sharing! The photographs are beautiful too. ❤️Xx
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Thanks so much Lauren! 💖 Colouring is so relaxing! It’s one of my favourite things to do too 😍. He he, it was good I got to have all the fun myself as well 😝. Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
I love to color. And to paint! And to doodle! Thanks for introducing me to this service I’ll definitely be checking them out.
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Thank you so much Arwen! 💖 I’m glad you are so creative too and enjoyed the post 😍 xx
This looks like so much fun and it’s sunpky perfect for all ages, to do with the kids and for yourself too! Such a great project and everything behind it!
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Thanks so much lovely! 💖 It was a really fun thing to do. Glad you enjoyed the post! 😍 xx
Anything that involves colouring is so theraputic!
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Thanks Ellie! That’s so true! 💖 xx
I have been colouring in ages! kind amiss it! loving what you did! so colorful! also it must be so soothing! the perfect weekend hobby!
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Thanks Corinne! 💖 It was so relaxing, I really enjoyed it 😍 xx
These look so much fun and would definitely satisfy my stationery cravings great post Bexa
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Thanks Gem! 💖 He he, stationery is the best isn’t it. Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😘 xx
I need some colour in my life! I need these amazing Printkick products in my life!
Fabulous post, Bexa!
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Thanks so much Aditi 💖. Glad you enjoyed the post 😍 xx
What an adorable arts and crafts set! I might have to get some for my niece! https://mariannyc.com/2018/08/08/the-may-fair-hotel/
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Thanks so much Mariann! 💖 Hope your niece enjoys it as much as I did 😍 xx
This looks so good! I’m sure I would have just as much fun with it as you have. It’s amazing what they have sent you to review – they have so many different things to offer! I love colouring, I have a few adult colouring books and they are so relaxing. I love how you coloured yours in, it looks so pretty 🙂 Also, I had no idea cork notebooks even existed! That’s so cool!
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Thanks so much Amy! 💖 I was so impressed with all the fantastic products, I had so much fun! It was so relaxing and enjoyable. The cork notebook is really unusual. Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 😍 xx
I really love all your arty/crafty reviews! This looks like such a cute company with some lovely little things!
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Thanks so much Lainy! Glad you enjoyed the post, it was such a fun bundle of goodies to review 😍💖 xx
Great post and they may now get an order. The fact they help people with ADHD is also a big plus for me!
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Thanks Faisal! 💖 It’s great they are such a supportive company. Glad you enjoyed the post 😍 xx
I love to color too! This sounds like a great company and that cork journal is so adorable!!
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Thanks so much Kelly! 💖 It was such a fun bundle of goodies, glad you liked the post 😍 xx
I loved this post! Colouring has always been really relaxing to me and every time I have had a long day the first thing I do when I get home is to start colouring. My favorite thing is to colour drawings with a lot of details so the Adult Drawing book could definitely be something that I am interested in!
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Thank you so much Freja! 💖 Colouring is so calming, it’s my favourite way to chill out. I love detailed colouring too, it’s great to focus on. I’d definitely recommend the Adult Drawing Book 😍 xx
This all looks like so much fun! Kid crafts are secretly my favourite, probably because that’s about my skill level. The Umbrella Project sounds absolutely amazing too x
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Thanks Sophie! 💖 He he, I love kids crafts too, they are always so bright & fun. The project sounds great! Glad you enjoyed the post 😘 xx
Bexa, are you coloring?! LOL, I feel nostalgic too when I color. Did that about a week ago with my kids and I was really getting down on a My Little Pony picture. Still got the skills with Crayola!
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He he yes!! It’s so much fun 😂💖. That sounds awesome, you go girrrrl! We definitely know how to live it up! 😍 xx
What a lovely little selection of goodies! That colour in tote bag would be great for kids, I’ve never seen anything like it! I love the way all the pencils are stored inside the notebook too! I’m forever losing one colour so this would be so helpful. Lovely review 💕
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Thanks so much Tori! 💖 I agree, the pencil holder is super useful, such a neat design. I’m always losing pencils too 😂. Glad you enjoyed the post 😍 xx
It looks interesting, these colors will make me more comfortable, thank you for sharing, the pictures are very beautiful
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Thank you so much for the lovely comment Camilla, glad you enjoyed the post 💖 xx
see this is why I love being around kids… they always ask me to help them colour in, help design something,finish a jigsaw with them, play a game or read the coolest books ever!!!! I’m such a big kid at heart. These products look fab I shall bear in mind when santa is on is way for sure! derbyshireduckie.com
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Aww yay! Kids crafts and toys are so much fun! These would make great Christmas gifts for little ones, fantastic idea! 💖☺️ xx
Colouring is one of my favourite things but something I definitely don’t do enough, your pictures always look so pretty Bexa, I love them!xx
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Aww thanks so much Em! Colouring is so relaxing, it’s my favourite thing to do to chill out 💖☺️ xx
I like that you spend some downtime with arts and crafts. It’s a great way to relax. I like that Printkick is involved with the Umbrella Project. It shows that these shops care about more than just sales. Humanity is very important. I love how everything turned out!
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Thanks so much Nancy! It’s great they are such a supportive company! Glad you enjoyed the post lovely 💖☺️ xx
Awww what a cute range of products!!
They sound like a great company and of course your little sheep looks so cute too!!
Claire xxx
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Thank you so much Claire! Glad you liked the goodies! Yay for colouring in sheep! 😄💖 xx
Wow, these products are wonderful! I love anything arts and craftsy. I recently started trying out watercolours and I’ve been having so much fun with it.
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Thanks so much Charlotte! 💖 There were so many fantastic goodies to try! I need to give watercolour painting another try soon, my first attempt wasn’t too successful 🙈😄 xx