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Frequently asked questions
Aloha watercolors FAQ
Aloha watercolors is a one-woman business. I work as fast as possible to get orders out and often salvage sleep over finishing this one last package of the day ;-)I usually get packages out within 1 to 4 days after you ordered. But then: USPS Shipping times vary!First class Packages within the US (Now called ground delivery) are delivered according to the Zones system. It can take 1 day (Hawaii), 3 days (West coast) and up to a week (East coast). If you'd like to expedite shipping within the US, please choose Priority upgrade. Packages to Canada, depending on the region, can take up to 3 weeks. We currently ship only to the US and Canada.
Handmade aloha watercolors are packed full of pigments. Packed. Compared to industrial brands, I use more a higher amount of pigment than binder in every batch which leads to extremely vibrant colors.
Plus, I use honey to make the paint extra smooth, like butter.
Plus plus, when shopping aloha watercolors, you support a one-woman-business, woohoo!
Almost all of aloha watercolors have excellent lightfastness with one exception: the neon paints! The neons change color after a few months in direct sunlight. To avoid discoloring, use a UV protective spray (e.g. Krylon archival spray), or keep them out of direct sunlight. If you use them in your notebook/journal, the colors will be fine and won't discolor.
Due to the high content of honey, it‘s possible that you come across „sticky paint“, especially during hot weather. The paint is absolutely good to use! Try sticking the paints in the fridge (or even freezer) for an hour, then slowly peel back the foil while using a toothpick to scrape the paint back into the pan. Please don‘t leave your paints out in the sun or near a heat source. Enjoy creating!
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