Book Week

Book Week runs in August each year, organised by the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Most schools hold a character parade during that week, so order your supplies in July to be safe.

Yes, when it is cosmetic grade face paint made for skin, which is all we sell. Never use craft or acrylic paint on a face. Patch test on the inside of the elbow first if a child has sensitive skin or known allergies.

Stencils and splitcakes. A stencil gives a crisp shape with no drawing skill at all, and a splitcake lays several colours in one stroke. Between them you can produce a convincing character in under a minute.

Work with a small palette, keep designs to cheek art rather than full faces, and use stencils for repeated emblems. A beginner or school kit keeps everything in one tray so you are not hunting for colours.

Warm water and a gentle soap or cleanser for water activated paints. Take your time around the eyes. Never scrub.

We ship Australia wide every business day from Wantirna South in Melbourne. Order in July for an August parade, especially if you need a specific stencil, since popular character stencils sell out.