I can’t believe it’s been three months already, and what a wild three months it’s been! We’re still on lockdown but things are starting to get relaxed (even though infection rates are still up? SMDH). Almost finished this year of uni, been kinda tough doing everything online but one more assignment then I’m done! Starting my Liverpool Uni journey in October, so excited.
“Well, What’s in the damn box?!!” I hear you cry…..
Here’s what you get:
- Faber-Castell A5 Sketch Pad
- Bear A5 print
- Bear illustration to finish yourself
- Blank greetings cards and envelopes
- Faber-Castell pencils – B, 2B, 4B, HB
- Faber-Castell TK-Fine 0.5mm mechanical pencil
- Faber-Castell blender
- Faber-Castell polychromos coloured pencil – blue
- Faber-Castell polychromos coloured pencil – white
- Faber-Castell Latex-free eraser
- Pencil sharpener
- Artful magazine issue 2
- Access to online tutorial
When I first opened this box, I have to admit I was a little disappointed because the first box was a bit more razzle dazzle with the Posca pens etc. However, after sitting down today and looking at it properly I am STOKED. This box is more focused on drawing, and the box really does provide everything you need. What I love about these boxes is the core key items are always excellent quality and then theres a couple of extra bits, like the coloured pencils which gives you the opportunity to try out new brands. If there were money off coupons to go along with the extra items so you could get a discount on a whole set, I’d be down with that 😉 *hint hint*.
Value for money
Although at first glance it seems like maybe you haven’t got as much this month when compared with last month but when you break it down you’re really getting a lot of good items that will last you a long time. I was particularly excited about the paper and the mechanical pencil, as I can imagine that these are the items I will get the most use out of. I have only quickly flicked through the magazine but I enjoyed the one last time so I’m going to save it for with a brew later.
Marks out of ten?
Good value for the price and well put together, this box excellent to fill the gaps in your collection of basics. Nice quality paper that can be used with watercolours etc too so you will be able to use it for many other projects. I really love these boxes so I think I might be slightly biased in my appraisal but you can see the pictures etc and make up your own mind 8/10.
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