Colored pencil set Derwent Metallic Mix Collection, Derwent 601165

Derwent Metallic Mix Collection is a set of metallic-finish colored pencils designed for drawing, illustration and craft projects. The pencils produce reflective metallic tones and subtle shimmer that are suitable for accents, highlights and decorative details on paper and card. The formulation allows for smooth layering and blending to achieve both sharp metallic lines and soft graduated areas.

Advantages

The set combines vivid metallic pigments with a smooth, break-resistant core that lays down consistent coverage on standard drawing papers and cardstock. These pencils blend easily when layered, enabling gradual tonal transitions and enhanced sheen. Their metallic finish adds visual depth to illustrations and handmade cards without requiring additional tools or mediums.

Suitable for

• Adding metallic accents and highlights to drawings and illustrations
• Cardmaking and paper crafts requiring decorative shimmer
• Mixed-media projects where metallic color is needed
• Detail work, borders and lettering with metallic effect

Key specifications

• Finish: metallic sheen for reflective effects
• Core: smooth color core formulated for layering and blending
• Suitable surfaces: paper and cardstock
• Application: dry use for highlights, accents and decorative details

How to use

Use a sharp pencil point for fine lines and detailed work, and a blunter point or side of the core for broader metallic strokes. Apply light, even pressure for subtle shimmer or build layers with increasing pressure for stronger metallic coverage. Blend by layering adjacent colors or by using light circular strokes to achieve smooth transitions. Test on a scrap of your chosen paper to assess sheen and layering behaviour before working on the final piece.

Usage recommendations

Store the pencils horizontally to reduce breakage risk and keep them dry and away from direct sunlight. Use a quality sharpener designed for colored pencils to maintain a clean, precise point. For archival results, combine with suitable fixative or sealant if required by your project.