Natural Watercolour Kit – Make Your Own Non-Toxic Watercolour Paints

Create professional quality, vibrant, and archival watercolour paints at home — completely free of toxic preservatives, additives, and heavy metals found in conventional paints. Our simple, time-tested ingredients deliver excellent luminosity and coverage. Just add honey or glycerin! Assembled in Canada.

What’s Included

• 85g (3 oz.) packet of Gum Arabic
• 7 watercolour pans for storage (29mm x 19mm x 10mm)
• 7 x 56g (2 oz.) packets of Earth & Mineral Pigments: Venetian Red, Orange Ochre, Yellow Ochre, Emerald Green, Ultramarine Blue, Ultramarine Purple, and Burnt Sienna
• Complete mixing instructions

Video Tutorial

Watch: How to mix and store your Natural Watercolour Paints

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do dried watercolour cakes last?
At least two years — if not indefinitely.

How do I know when the consistency is right?
Mix to a creamy but thick paste starting at a 1:1 ratio. Test by brushing a small amount onto watercolour paper — add more pigment if too transparent, more base if too opaque.

How long do mixed watercolours last?
In airtight jars: 1–3 months (longer if refrigerated). In aluminum tubes: longer still. Dried into cakes with glycerin: at least 2 years, if not indefinitely.

How do I store them?
Options include airtight glass jars, small aluminum tubes, or dried into pans/cakes. The base mixture stays good for about one month in a sealed glass jar.

Why is glycerin needed?
To prevent dried cakes from cracking. It can be added at any point while the mixture is still stirrable.

Will the cakes grow mold?
Dried cakes won’t mold. For wet paint, add a natural preservative like sodium benzoate (1 tsp. or less per batch) or a few drops of clove essential oil, and refrigerate to extend shelf life.

Will liquid dry out with tightly sealed lids?
Not if sealed properly in a full jar or airtight aluminum tube. Partially filled or improperly sealed containers will eventually dry out.

Safety & Quality

Is it allergen-free?
Free of gluten and dairy. Our only product containing nuts is our Refined Walnut Oil, not processed in our facility.

Is it cruelty-free and vegan?
Cruelty-free — never tested on animals. All products are vegan except our Natural Face Paint, which contains organic beeswax.

Has it been safety tested?
Yes — certified completely non-toxic by government-certified toxicologists and third-party tested.

Is the pigment dust safe to breathe?
Avoid creating dust clouds when mixing. Gently scoop and mix carefully. Sensitive individuals may wear a certified mask for extra protection.

What is the packaging made from?
100% post-consumer recycled packaging, home-compostable pigment pouches, and recyclable glass and aluminum bottles.

Returns & Partnerships

What is the return policy?
Full refunds on defective or damaged products, and on returns in re-sellable condition. See our Return & Exchange page for details.