Melissa & Doug Easel Accessory Set
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Toys and Games Reviews of Melissa & Doug Easel Accessory Set
Customer Review: Great set!
Summary: 5 Stars
We purchased this set to go with the Melissa and Doug easel, and the only complaint I have (and it's a minor one) is that it only comes with one (blue) dry erase marker. Beyond that, the items in this set have exceeded my expectations. First, the paints really are washable (note--my kids paint outside, so I can't comment on whether or not the paint comes out of carpeting). The paint is just the right consistency--not too thick, not too thin--and the colors look just as vibrant when they dry as when they are wet. The best part is that the paint washes right off of my kids' hands. The paint cups are genius! I love the inverted lids that help decrease mess and also keep the paintbrushes in place. Clean-up is so simple--I just rinse the brushes under cold running water and wipe the cups and lids with a damp paper towel, and they're clean! Any splatters of paint that land in the paint tray or on the whiteboard can also just be wiped away with a damp paper towel. Snap the storage lids on top of the paint cups, and the paint doesn't dry out in between art sessions. The chalk is colorful and sturdy--if it can stand up to my three-year-old, who tends to be hard on her crayons and sidewalk chalk, it can stand up to anyone! The included eraser is also of very good quality. This is a great set and I'm very glad that we purchased it. When we run out of paint and chalk, I will definitely buy Melissa and Doug replacements!
I am editing my review several days later to include an additional comment regarding the chalk. Another reviewer mentioned that the chalk creates a lot of dust. Our experience thus far has been that the green chalk, in particular, creates an amazing amount of dust. I've had to teach my kids to clap the eraser after they erase their drawings, otherwise the next time they go to use the eraser, it just smears green chalk dust around on the chalkboard. I'm not changing my overall rating for this set, though, since it is still a great value. We just may end up purchasing another brand of chalk when our Melissa and Doug chalk runs out.
Customer Review: Creative & Organized
Summary: 4 Stars
My son received this as a gift to go with his Melissa & Doug Deluxe Standing Easel, and my son loves it. Comes with seven items:
1) Washable paint in four colors: red, blue, yellow, green...my son has learned how to mix colors for orange and purple...and the paint is washable but you still might want to purchase a Melissa and Doug Artist's Smock.
2) Paper roll is nice, but kind of thin...depending on how your child paints, it may soak through a little.
3) Dry-erase marker in blue; I bought an Expo Low Odor Dry Erase Marker Set so my son would have different colors, but the one that comes with the set works great & wipes off easily.
4) Felt eraser. We use this one for the chalkboard side of his easel, and I bought another eraser for the dry-erase side of the easel.
5) The spill-proof cups are awesome. The lids screw off so you can pour the paint in, and they have flip tops that can be open while in use. There is a hole under the flip lid that accomodates the paint brush, and the area around the hole slants downwards so any run-off slides back into the cup and not over the edge.
6) The four paintbrushes come in red, blue, yellow, and green -- helps a child keep the colors from getting messy.
7) The chalk is awesome, but not sure why they have black chalk in the set -- you can't even see it on a green board. The chalk goes on and wipes off easy enough. The design makes it easier to hold, especially for littles ones learning how to hold a writing instrument correctly.
I wish the set came with two erasers, and more than one dry-erase marker, but otherwise this is a perfect set.
Customer Review: Great variety of accessories
Summary: 4 Stars
The picture is accurate as to number of items and type of items.
I was a little dissapointed as to representation. I do not require a label for everything, but it bothers me that they are shown to have labels on the bottles and labels on the box of chalk. I had a fun learning activity planned with the color words on the paint bottles that was made useless when I found that the set I received does not. If it does not come with a label, then do not misrepresent the item.
The paint is nice and thick, but washable is another story. The blue quickly died the brush as well as the paint cup.
The chalk is nice, good coverage. A good variety of color.
The dry erase marker is a large blunt tip. Not chisel. It seems cheaply made as the tip was blunted very quick after opening. I was the only person to use it at the time, so I can't blame this on irresponsible child use. Make sure the cap is not left off for very long, as I found our marker left capless for about an hour and it was already dry. It regained its wet after left upside down for a while, which is a positive.
Nice large handles on the paint brushes. Bristles stay intact very well.
Paint cups are a nice size, and I really enjoy the double caps. The screw on top then the removable pop top makes it a nice way to keep paint. We had another set of paint cups that have a top that is attached by a hinge and that just gets in the way.
For the price it should have a chalk eraser included.
Customer Review: Protect your carpet
Summary: 1 Stars
This says the paint is washable, but it won't wash out of your carpet. Even though the box says it won't spill or drip on your carpet, well, it does. From the brush it drips down onto the carpet, because the paint's not thick enough to stay on the brush. What they should do is INCLUDE THE DANG DROPCLOTH IN THIS KIT INSTEAD OF MILKING PEOPLE FOR MORE MONEY. I had no idea the drop cloth was even available, because I bought this product in the store. The green paint is runny and will drip off the brush and onto your carpet and once it does, it won't come out. Our white carpet is now green, even though we've tried three different carpet cleaners. We'll probably have to replace the entire carpet. Thank you, Melissa and David. Try making the green paint a little thicker, maybe make it actually washable, and include the dang dropcloth. If you buy this, make sure you move the easel outside, because you will regret it if you don't. NOT WASHABLE, NOT DRIP-PROOF, NO DROP CLOTH INCLUDED.Customer Review: This Companion set and Easel is Fantastic!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I just recently purchased The Melissa & Doug Easel and Companion set for my little girls and it's FANTASTIC!!! They love it it as do I. The quality for the price is great. It's a really nice looking unit too. I was pleasently surprised to see the quality of the companion set items. The brushes are super nice. They don't look cheap at all. The eraser is most definly made of very good material. I can't get over the quality of the chalks, it really has surpassed my expectations on quality even colors are nice. The chalks are not as messy as I thought they would be and seem to last long too! My girls have been playing with this daily especially the chalks. They play with this easel more than they play with their other toys. I feel very good about my purchasing this set. I'm so glad I did and kind of wished I had gotten it sooner. I am also very thankful I have found this on Amazon before I had bought one of a lesser quality Easel and companion set items from a local toy shop!