The paint pens they keep coming back to
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- Mess-free painting
- Washable in seconds
- Ages 3 and up
- Squidgy grip
- Vibrant colours
- Shipped 2-3 days
- 30-day returns
- Klarna available
Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795
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Real talk
Why little artists choose these over regular paints
Paint Pens are designed the way kids actually paint. Brush tips, squidgy barrels that fit small hands, and a gentle squeeze that brings colour to life without the puddles. One customer told us: 'Perfect gift for any babies' 1st birthday, Catherine McCulloch.' Another said: 'Arrived next day, saved Christmas, Leigh Hemmings.' That's because they work.
Your child gets to grip, squeeze, and create with real control. You get peace of mind: washable paint, no staining tables, no learning curve. Just art, done right.
Joe Jaques, Jaques of London
What's in the box
What you're getting
One complete set of Paint Pens, ready to paint straight out of the box. No batteries, no assembly, no extras to hunt for.
Paint Pens Set
Brush-tipped paint pens in vibrant colours, each with a squidgy barrel designed for little hands. Simply position on paper, squeeze gently, and watch colour flow onto the page.
- ✓ Squidgy grip suits ages 3 and up
- ✓ Washable formula cleans from skin and most surfaces
- ✓ Multiple colours in one set
Easy for small hands
Designed with little artists in mind. The squidgy barrel encourages proper grip development while making painting feel effortless. No frustration, no pressure, just creativity.
- ✓ Strengthens little-hand grip as they squeeze
- ✓ No dexterity barrier; even young painters succeed
- ✓ Encourages independent creative play
Brush tips that deliver
Soft brush tips lay down colour smoothly. No clogging, no drying out if left uncapped for a few minutes. Paint flows when kids need it to.
- ✓ Reliable brush delivery every time
- ✓ Washable paint won't stain permanently
- ✓ Works on paper, card, and most surfaces
Order by 2pm, arrives Tuesday
Was £15.99
Paint Pens: £8.79
While they play
What painting builds
Looks like play. Works like a lesson.
Fine motor grip
Squeezing the barrel strengthens little fingers and hand control. Every creation is grip practice in disguise.
Colour mixing and choice
Kids experiment with hues, learn which colours live together, and discover their own creative instincts.
Confidence and flow
Mess-free painting means no fear. Kids paint freely, finish faster, and build belief in their own ideas.
Hand-eye coordination
Positioning the brush, watching colour land exactly where they aimed, repeating, every stroke is coordination work.
What families say about Jaques of London
Parents and grandparents love them
"Excellent quality wood toys, so well made, no sharp edges, all lovely & smooth, very colourful & plenty of choice. Very reasonably priced & so beautifully wrapped you don't want to open them. Highly recommend this company."
"Fast delivery, excellent products, extremely good quality and long lasting. My granddaughter loves the toys from here. Good age ranges covered."
"These toys tick all the boxes, educational, colourful, fun, well made and great service. I just keep buying more and more."
"We love our toys from Jaques of London. The quality is excellent and they're the perfect size for little hands to hold and play with easily. Beautifully made, sturdy wooden toys that will last for years. Highly recommend!"
"Harrods grade gifting for a very reasonable price. Not the usual tat from China. Had several hand picked orders fron Jaques, nice to know its a UK business with old school quality."
"I am a real fan of this company. If only I had come across them years ago when my boys were little. It's my go to for beautiful, good quality toys for my granddaughter now and any gift I need to buy. They arrived quickly, prices are reasonable and the special touch is they are beautifully packaged too. I love the heritage of this business!"
Get ready for life
Why real play matters
Real brain growth comes from real play.
Squeeze the barrel gently
Position the brush tip on paper and apply a little pressure. Paint flows smoothly; no flooding or clogging.
Create without the mess
Washable paint means cleanup is seconds, not hours. Hands, tables, clothes, all easy to rinse or wipe clean.
Keep painting all afternoon
No batteries to run out, no screen time guilt. Just brush tips, colour, and as much creativity as small hands can hold.
Why this matters right now
We really are different
Why Paint Pens beat regular paints and markers
| Jaques Paint Pens | Cheap Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Grip for small hands | ✅ | ❌ Thin plastic, hard to hold |
| Mess-free application | ✅ | ❌ Puddles, spills, staining |
| Washable formula | ✅ | ⚠️ Permanent or takes scrubbing |
| Works first time, no setup | ✅ | ❌ Needs water, brushes, palettes |
| Colour that lasts | ✅ | ⚠️ Fades or dries out quickly |
| Built to last years | ✅ | ❌ Breaks after a few weeks |
| Est. 1795 craft | ✅ | ❌ Mass-made overseas |
- ✅ Squidgy grip
- ✅ No mess
- ✅ Washable paint
- ✅ No setup needed
- ✅ Vibrant colour
- ✅ Years of play
- ✅ British craft
- ❌ Thin, hard to hold
- ❌ Spills everywhere
- ⚠️ Permanent stains
- ❌ Water, brushes needed
- ⚠️ Fades quickly
- ❌ Breaks easily
- ❌ Mass-made
Order by 2pm, arrives Tuesday
Was £15.99
Paint Pens: £8.79
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Not right? Return it within 30 days. Full refund, no questions.
Questions & answers
Questions parents and grandparents ask
What age are Paint Pens for?
Ages 3 and up. The squidgy barrel fits small hands perfectly, and the gentle squeeze means even toddlers can paint without frustration. Older children love them too, the colour range gives bigger artists real creative control. Buying for a 6th birthday? This is the one.
Will they stain my child's clothes or the table?
No. Our washable paint formula rinses clean from skin, most fabrics, and tables with warm water or a quick wipe. Leave a cap off for a few minutes? The paint won't dry inside or clog the brush. We designed them to forgive the chaos of real play.
How quickly will they arrive?
Order by 2pm, arrives Tuesday via standard delivery. If you're buying for a birthday coming up this week, we ship within 2-3 business days. Our signature packaging is gift-ready, no wrapping needed, though it arrives ready to impress.
What if my child doesn't love them?
You have 30 days to return them, no questions. But here's the thing: kids rarely send Paint Pens back. They work the way children paint, so kids keep reaching for them. One grandparent told us, 'Worth every penny full price, Manda Monium.' Another said, 'Toys that don't break after five minutes of play, Karen Pepper.' They're built to last.
How much does it cost?
The Paint Pens is £8.79 today (down from £15.99). Klarna is available at checkout if you prefer to spread the cost.
What's your returns policy?
30 days, full refund, no conditions. Return it for any reason and we refund in full. We've been standing behind what we make since 1795.
Order by 2pm, arrives Tuesday
Was £15.99
Paint Pens: £8.79
Our story
Making toys worth keeping since 1795.
Jaques of London was founded in 1795. We invented croquet, table tennis, and the Staunton chess set. For 230 years, we've been making things that pull children away from passive entertainment and into active, curious, hands-on play.
In 1795, Jaques began making games and toys that outlasted trends. We still believe a toy should be worth keeping. Paint Pens carry that DNA: squidgy barrels that fit small hands properly, washable paint that doesn't trap kids in fear of mess, and brush tips that deliver colour smoothly every time. We make toys for the real lives kids actually live.
Toys and games that leave something behind: a skill, a memory, a piece of play that gets passed on.
Joe, Jaques of London
Ready when you are
Let your child paint without the mess
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