It seems like crayons have always been the same.
Thin sticks of colored wax, covered with paper that quickly lose their point and more than likely break when put under too much pressure.
Well, here’s a new twist on an old idea – rock crayons. Who knew?
This decidedly quirky marketing ploy is the latest idea for revitalizing crayon sales, and it’s an idea that’s fun and sensible at the same time.
Crayon Rocks 16 Colors
Crayon Rocks 16 Colors in a Red Velvet Bag ASIN: B002EODQBA
These crayons are made from natural soy wax that’s USA grown, and they’re colored using natural mineral powders. Made in rural Kentucky, these crayons are non-toxic and conform to ASTM standards.
Approximately 1-1/4″x3/4″, these crayons are perfect for small hands, so they’re great for the youngest Picasso in your family. The 16 crayons are packed in a red velvet pouch and come in red, green, blue, egg yolk yellow, black, brown, orange, purple, pink, grass green, sky blue, sunshine yellow, gray, tan, peach colors.
Crayon Rocks 32 Colors
Crayon Rocks 32 Color in a Muslin Bag ASIN: B014V5MBH4
If you’re looking for a big set of colors, then this 32-rock set is perfect for any budding artist. The colors include red, green, blue, egg yolk yellow, black, brown, orange, purple, pink, grass green, sky blue, sunshine yellow, gray, tan, peach, white, strawberry cream, honey wheat, gold, pumpkin spice, coffee, tree bark, cranberry, rose red, magenta, periwinkle, turquoise, aqua, spruce, autumn green and silver, and they are packaged together in a cotton muslin bag.
The rocks are made from USA based soy wax, and the 1-1/4″x3/4″ size is perfect for small fingers. Your little artist can use the sides of the rocks to create wide swaths of color easily, and the size and shape of the crayons is an intuitive tool for developing coordination and strengthening tripod muscles in your little ones.
Just Rocks in a Box
Just Rocks in a Box 16 Colors ASIN: B002M28AOW
This is a big set of 64 crayons is packaged with 4 each of 16 colors, so it’s perfect for a classroom setting. The manufacturer states that this is enough to last an entire school year, even with frequent use.
The non-toxic soy wax crayons are all natural and come in red, green, blue, egg yolk yellow, black, brown, orange, purple, pink, grass green, sky blue, sunshine yellow, gray, tan and peach.
The eco-friendly crayons are colored with naturally occurring mineral pigments, so there is a very low incidence of allergic reaction, and the rounded shape is perfect for younger artists just learning how to draw and use a crayon.
Crayon Rocks 8 Colors
Crayon Rocks 8 Colors in a Blue Velvet Bag ASIN: B00OPFGMB2
If you’re looking for favors for your child’s next birthday party, this bag of rocks might be just the perfect present!
This set of crayons comes in a blue velvet bag and includes eight all natural soy wax crayons that are non-toxic and eco-friendly. The crayons get their coloration from natural, mineral pigments.
The rock colors include red, green, blue, egg yolk yellow, black, brown, orange and purple, so the kids have lots of color options when they sit down to create their own masterpiece.
