FX Pencils

These colored-pencils have multiple colors in one pencil. I have three different brands that I use.

KUCHEY - 12 Rainbow Colored Pencils

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Additional Specs for Reference

Official Product Highlights

• Rainbow Core Design: Each pencil features multiple color combinations in a single core. Tip: Rotate the pencil as you draw to create unique, multi-colored strokes
• Extra Thick Core: 0.2-inch diameter core provides durability and long-lasting use, resistant to breakage
• Versatile Application: Suitable for coloring, sketching, creative painting, and art journaling for both beginners and experienced artists
• Pre-sharpened: Ready to use right out of the box (requires large-hole sharpener for resharpening)
• Great for Gifting: Popular as stocking stuffers, Easter basket fillers, birthday party favors, and art supplies for ages 5-12 and up
• Colorful: Each pencil contains different color combinations. Rotating the tip changes which color contacts the paper, creating rainbow effects in every stroke.

Overall Strengths & Weaknesses

Rating: 3.7 ★★★★☆

What works well

• They do work for what they’re intended. And they color is pretty good, and blending is fine.
• Very interesting effects.

What doesn't

• Cheaper pencils are waxier.

Tips

• A blunter tip lays down more color..

TINNIVI - 7-in-1 Black Wooden Rainbow Colored Pencils

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Additional Specs for Reference

Official Product Highlights

• True 7-in-1 Core: Each pencil contains red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple in a single core. Tip: Rotate the pencil to switch between colors
• Highly Pigmented Formula: Rich color laydown that helps create gradients and unique shades, ideal for adult coloring books
• Pre-sharpened with Sharpener Included: Comes ready to use with a bonus sharpener
• Black Wood Casing: Distinctive black exterior for a premium look
• Great for All Ages: Suitable for children, beginners, and non-professional artists; encourages creativity and imagination

Colors

Overall Strengths & Weaknesses

Rating: 3.4 ★★★☆☆

What works well

• All seven colors are accessible depending on angle.
• Definitely does what it says..

What doesn't

• Waxy, cheap pencils.
• It’s easy to muddy the colors because there are so many.

Tips

• Blunter tip will give access to more colors that you can control better without blending.

Koh-I-Noor - Magic FX Pencils (5-Pack)

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Additional Specs for Reference

Official Product Highlights

• Braided Color Technology: Unlike standard rainbow cores, Koh-I-Noor uses a unique braided design where colors are twisted together. Colors change dynamically as you rotate the pencil in your hand
• Mind-Blowing Special Effects: Creates brilliant swirls of color that produce unexpected, psychedelic patterns with each stroke
• Jumbo Hexagonal Shape: Thicker, ergonomic barrel for comfortable gripping and easy control
• Five Distinct Themes:
  • Original - Classic rainbow blend
  • Tropical - Bright, warm color combinations
  • Neon - Electric, fluorescent brights
  • America - Red, white, and blue themed
  • Fire - Hot reds, oranges, and yellows
• Easy Sharpening: Use the larger hole of any standard two-hole sharpener
• Non-toxic: Safe for all ages

Overall Strengths & Weaknesses

Rating: 3.4 ★★★☆☆

What works well

• Best FX pencils.
• Blend fairly good.

What doesn't

• Best quality FX pencils but still not the best pencils.

Tips

• These pencils are best used with a loose grip, allowing the pencil to roll naturally in your hand as you draw. This creates the signature "magic" color-shifting effect.

Color Gallery

80 - 11 = Kor-I-Nor
63 - 87 = KUCHEY
99 = Rainbow

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