Himi Semi-Moist Metallic Watercolour Set – 24 Shimmer Colours for Artists & Hobbyists
Add a touch of magic to your artwork with the Himi Semi-Moist Metallic Watercolour Set. Featuring 24 shimmering, pearlescent colours in a compact and portable case, this set is designed for artists, crafters, and hobbyists who want to bring a lustrous, eye-catching finish to their watercolour work. Whether you're embellishing illustrations, creating greeting cards, or experimenting with mixed media, these metallic pans deliver striking results with minimal effort.
What Makes Semi-Moist Metallic Watercolours Different? Unlike fully dry solid pans, Himi's semi-moist formula stays slightly soft in the pan, meaning the colour activates more readily with water and flows onto the page with less effort. This makes blending and layering smoother and more fluid — ideal if you find standard dry pans slow to pick up or if you simply want a more immediate, responsive painting experience. The metallic pigments add an extra dimension, catching the light with a beautiful shimmer that standard watercolours cannot replicate.
24 Metallic Colours Ready to Use The set contains 24 richly pigmented metallic shades spanning golds, silvers, bronzes, and jewel-toned iridescent hues. Each pan is highly concentrated, so a small amount of paint goes a long way. The colours can be used straight from the pan for full shimmer opacity, or diluted with more water for a softer, translucent metallic wash effect.
Compact, Portable Design Housed in Himi's distinctive snail shell-style case, the set is lightweight and travel-friendly with a built-in mixing area on the lid. A brush is included so you can start painting straight away. The case closes securely, making it a reliable companion for painting on the go, at workshops, or in your sketchbook at home.
Non-Toxic and Safe for All Ages Like all Himi watercolours, this metallic set is non-toxic and water-soluble, making it safe for adults and older children alike. The paints clean up easily with water and are suitable for use on watercolour paper, mixed media paper, card, and various craft surfaces including wood and fabric.
Who Is This Set For? The Himi Semi-Moist Metallic Watercolour Set is perfect for illustrators, journalers, card makers, and craft enthusiasts who want to add shimmer and sparkle to their work. It also makes an excellent gift for anyone who loves art supplies, whether they are a complete beginner or a seasoned hobbyist looking to expand their palette with something a little different.
Available in a yellow case metallic edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are semi-moist metallic watercolours? Semi-moist watercolours sit between fully dry pan watercolours and tube paints in terms of consistency. The pans are slightly softer and more pliable than standard solid watercolour pans, which means they activate more quickly and easily with water. The metallic version uses specially formulated pigments that contain mica or similar particles to create a shimmering, pearlescent finish when applied to paper.
How do the metallic colours look once dry? Once dry, the metallic colours retain their shimmer and catch the light beautifully. The effect is most pronounced on smoother paper surfaces. On rougher or heavily textured watercolour paper, the shimmer may appear slightly more subtle as the texture diffuses the reflective particles. For maximum metallic impact, cold-pressed or smooth watercolour paper or mixed media paper is recommended.
Are Himi metallic watercolours the same as glitter paint? No. Himi metallic watercolours use fine mica-based pigments to create a smooth, lustrous sheen rather than coarse glitter particles. The result is an elegant shimmer that blends and flows like watercolour, rather than a gritty or sparkly texture. They are suitable for detailed illustration work as well as broader washes.
Can I mix the metallic colours with regular watercolours? Yes. The Himi metallic pans can be mixed with standard watercolours to add a subtle shimmer to otherwise matt colours. They also work well layered over dried regular watercolour washes as a final highlight or embellishment layer. Bear in mind that mixing heavily with non-metallic colours will reduce the intensity of the metallic effect.
What surfaces can I use Himi metallic watercolours on? These paints work well on watercolour paper, mixed media paper, card, and craft surfaces such as wood, fabric, and plaster. For the most vivid metallic finish, smooth or cold-pressed surfaces are ideal. They are particularly popular for card making, illustrated journalling, hand lettering embellishment, and decorative craft projects.
Are Himi semi-moist metallic watercolours non-toxic? Yes. The Himi metallic watercolour set is non-toxic and water-soluble, making it safe for use by adults and older children. As with all art materials containing fine pigment particles, they are not intended for very young children or for use as face or body paint.
How is the semi-moist formula different from Himi's solid watercolour pans? Himi's solid watercolour pans are fully dry and require a slightly wetter brush to activate. The semi-moist pans are softer and release colour more readily, making them easier to use for beginners or anyone who wants a faster, more fluid painting experience. The semi-moist formula is particularly well-suited to the metallic range, as it helps the reflective particles disperse evenly in the paint flow.
What is included in the Himi Semi-Moist Metallic Watercolour Set? The set includes 24 semi-moist metallic watercolour pans housed in a compact snail shell-style case with a built-in mixing palette on the lid, plus one watercolour brush. Everything you need to start painting is included straight out of the box.
Is this set suitable for beginners? Yes. The semi-moist formula is particularly beginner-friendly as the paint activates easily and blends smoothly. The 24-colour range provides a broad palette to work with, and the included brush means no additional purchases are needed to get started. The metallic colours are also very forgiving and produce striking results even with simple techniques.
How do I care for and store the set? Allow the pans to dry out slightly between sessions before closing the case to prevent colours from bleeding into one another. The case should be stored away from direct sunlight and extreme heat. If the pans dry out more than desired over time, a small drop of water left on the pan for a few minutes before painting will reactivate them easily — a key advantage of the semi-moist formula over fully dry pans.
Can I use these watercolours for calligraphy or hand lettering? Yes. Himi metallic watercolours are popular for use with calligraphy nibs and brush pens when diluted to the right consistency. They add a beautiful shimmer to lettering projects and work particularly well for wedding stationery, celebration cards, and decorative journalling. Test the consistency on scrap paper first, as the paint may need to be thinned slightly more than standard watercolour for smooth nib flow.