The Artecho 48-color cake set is a portable chassis designed for spatial efficiency and a broad color palette. The housing utilizes a high-impact polypropylene mold, offering durability and a long-lasting integrated hinge. The paints are designated as "washable," using a formula with dextrin binders that reduces how strongly the pigment bonds to porous surfaces like cotton clothing.
This set is particularly well-suited for illustration work on cardstock or wood due to its high opacity. Key features include:
- 48 distinct pigments in a compact travel-sized footprint.
- Three nylon-filament brushes that use a friction-fit ferrule for durability.
- A polypropylene case that resists cracking even if it is dropped on a hard surface.
- Quick-rewetting cakes that respond well to a fine mist of water.
To keep the colors vibrant, it is helpful to use a clean cloth to wipe the brush between different colors, preventing the cakes from becoming "muddy." While the "washable" status is excellent for cleanup, it means the paint may be easier to lift from the paper if it gets wet again, so finished illustrations should be handled with care. The variety of colors provided makes it a practical tool for card making and calligraphy.
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