Crayons Pelikan 804073 pack of 6 multicolour — blue, green, orange, red, violet, yellow

Pelikan 804073 pack of 6 multicolour wax crayons includes six basic colours — blue, green, orange, red, violet and yellow — designed for drawing and colouring tasks. The compact pack provides a simple selection of hues for sketching, filling colour areas and basic craft projects. These crayons are intended for everyday art activities at home, in kindergarten or in elementary school settings where reliable, easy-to-handle colouring tools are needed.

Advantages

These wax crayons offer smooth application and consistent pigment laydown suitable for children and beginners. Their size and shape are adapted for small hands, enabling comfortable grip and control during colouring. The set covers primary and secondary colours commonly used in early creative work, making it practical for mixing and layering. The crayons are durable under normal use and can be applied to paper and card stock without excessive smudging.

Suitable for

• Children’s colouring and drawing activities
• Preschool and primary school art lessons
• Home craft projects and simple card making
• Sketching and filling large colour areas

When it may not be suitable

These wax crayons are aimed at basic drawing and colouring; they are not intended for professional illustration or detailed fine art that requires archival-quality pigments or high-precision tools. For very detailed line work or blending techniques used in advanced art, alternative media such as coloured pencils, markers or artist-grade pastels may be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Contents: 6 wax crayons in six colours (blue, green, orange, red, violet, yellow)
• Intended surface: paper and card stock
• Form: solid wax stick
• Pack type: compact multipack suitable for storage and transport

How to use

Select a crayon and hold it comfortably between the thumb and first two fingers. Apply light to moderate pressure when colouring to achieve even coverage, and use short strokes for controlled filling or longer strokes for broader areas. To create simple blending effects, layer colours gently on top of each other or use a light rubbing motion with a finger or paper stump. Store the crayons in a dry place and avoid leaving them in direct sunlight or extreme heat to prevent deformation.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended user age and supervision needs for young children
• Type of projects planned — basic colouring vs. advanced techniques
• Preferred surfaces (paper, card stock) and whether additional tools are required
• Desire for a larger colour range if more nuanced tones are needed

Usage recommendations

For classroom packs and home use, combine these crayons with quality drawing paper and simple templates to support colour recognition and motor skills development. Replace heavily worn crayons regularly to maintain consistent application.