When the paints dry, are they soft or hard like the ones I have purchased from Wal-Mart?
510702
On mine, they were stiffer than the fabric, but really not as hard as the ones that are heat sealed on (like a decal). . . When the paint is dry, after you stencil or screen the design on, you need to "heat set" the paint. Which makes it washable. . . after a couple washings, it becomes softer.
1765228
I think they should be called soft. That's what they are labeled and what I always use. Don't detect that they are any different than what I always use. Had a little problem with the first one I used. Some bristles came loose after a few brushings but, so far, that hasn't continued as a problem.
1776266
They are soft, but you have to be careful to watch the expiration date on the packaging. If it is not several months out then they can become dry. I stopped buying them online first because of the price change (but has since gone back down), but also it's hit and miss with the softness. I only buy in the store where I can see the expiration date and look at the color of the treats. The darker the softer.
21583
Mine were soft, like the consistency of cookie dough, well a dry cookie dough, but squishes like that.
1155040
I wouldn't, they do not dry soft. But are amazingly strong, durable and dry fast for wet application. They have saved me sooooo many papertowels.
1216320
I think they are soft but that is just my opinion. They are soft to touch as well soft on my face as I don't have sensitive skin. However, for $3 is a pretty good deal. And they are about 9 - 11 in brushes. I hope this helps.
1606457
They are soft, but dense. They are not stiff and scratchy but do not bend. Like thick hair that is fine, not coarse. Love it.
1972684
I was just using them with my grandson today and they are the same as any other Crayola crayon. The are not soft or hard. The advantage of them is that they do not break and when you get low with a color you just turn the bottom and you have the color again.
1965696
The only thing I reused it on was an old dried as hard as a brick paint brush. Stuck it in an old can with the used used gel and left it a few days. When I washed it off it was almost soft. It took about 3 soakings but am now able to use it.
1564332
H. Orzel,It does dry "soft". It has the consistency of the tool handles found in Lowes & other tool stores.
999011
YES, they are very soft, i use them all days and they are in excellent conditions.
1029636
I received them just like you would get them at a paint store. we made a craft out of them with kids and did not feel they needed sanding. they are not sealed
2094427
They are soft, I like mine, u can put pict. on both sides, hope this helps.
882188
they stay moist for quite a long time. i just opened my second box and haven't had any issues. i think i've found maybe 1-2 duds but besides that im never concerned of them being dry.
234762
I am rough on pens and have not had any problems. I did notice recently when I used a color than I don't use a lot that it didn't flow as well. Like maybe it was trying to dry up but all in all I use them over mixed media and they are holding up well so far.
1017354
I don't know. They seemed pretty soft to me. You could always wash them before dying them. I think the feedback had several comments about people who successfully tie-dyed them.
547996
yes! the only thing i didnot like is the paint. its not quality paint and its fading. but they are beautiful and sturdy. i will post a picture when i get home!