Your Guide to the 100% Natural Honeysticks Crayons

Introduction

If you’ve been searching for non-toxic crayons for toddlers, safe first crayons for a baby, or even all-natural bath crayons, look no further – Honeysticks has them all! Honeysticks Beeswax Crayons are 100% natural and totally non-toxic, handmade in New Zealand from pure beeswax with food-grade pigments. They contain no paraffin or petroleum-based waxes and actually use the highest amount of beeswax of any crayon brand. You can literally smell the sweet honey scent on them! The packaging is eco-friendly too – recycled and recyclable with no plastic.

Not only are these natural crayons safer for your child (and the planet), but they’re also designed with kids’ developmental stages in mind to help little ones hone their drawing skills. Since we first introduced Honeysticks, the range has grown to include new shapes, sizes, and even other art supplies. In this updated guide, we’ll walk you through all the latest Honeysticks crayons and creative tools, highlighting what’s new and why we (and our kids!) love them.

Why Choose Honeysticks Natural Crayons?

100% Natural Ingredients

Honeysticks crayons are made from pure New Zealand beeswax and non-toxic food-grade pigments – that’s it! No nasty chemicals, no paraffin wax, or fillers. Beeswax is a safe, renewable resource that produces a hard-wearing crayon with a delightful natural honey fragrance. If a curious toddler mouths these crayons, you can have peace of mind knowing they’re tasting nothing toxic (though we don’t recommend eating them, of course!).

Non-Toxic and Safe

These crayons are truly non-toxic. They’ve even been independently tested and rated as safe for young children. Every shade uses safe, food-grade colorants. This makes them perfect as baby crayons and toddler crayons, since they’re designed to be safe for children who are still developing hand coordination and tend to put everything in their mouths.

Eco-Friendly & Ethical

From ingredients to packaging, Honeysticks is an eco-conscious choice. The beeswax is a natural by-product of honey production and is sustainably sourced in New Zealand. Some crayon varieties (like the bath crayons) also incorporate sustainably sourced soy wax to get the right consistency. All packaging is made from recycled or recyclable materials, and there’s no plastic in sight. Even the paper wrappers on the crayons (where used) are biodegradable. You’re choosing a product that’s gentle on the environment and supports sustainable practices.

Designed for Child Development

Honeysticks really thought about how kids use crayons at different ages. From the chubby shape of the originals for baby fists to longer “pencil grip” crayons for older kids, each style helps little artists develop fine motor skills and hand strength appropriate to their age. The unique shapes (triangles, blocks, petals) are not just fun – they can assist with pencil grasp development or allow new colouring techniques like shading and blending, which helps kids explore creativity in different ways.

Honeysticks Crayons for Little Hands (Ages 1+)

For the littlest artists (around 1 to 3 years old), Honeysticks offers several crayon styles that are easy for small hands to hold and nearly impossible to break. These chunky crayons are perfect as a baby’s first crayons and toddler crayons, giving them a safe, frustration-free start to colouring.

• Honeysticks Beeswax Crayons – Originals (12 Pack): Short, stubby crayons made for tiny hands learning to draw. They’re easy for babies and toddlers to grasp and hard to snap. The Originals come in a pack of 12 vibrant colours.

• Honeysticks Beeswax Crayons – Triangles (10 Pack): Triangular-shaped crayons that stay put and won’t roll away. The shape also helps toddlers naturally position their fingers in a tripod grip, which is great practice for later writing skills.

• Honeysticks Beeswax Crayons – Petals (12 Pack): Flower-petal-shaped crayons that little hands can easily grip. Kids can use the broad side for shading and the edges for drawing finer lines.

• Honeysticks Beeswax Crayons – Blocks (16 Pack): These block-shaped crayons are easy for toddlers to palm and hold from any angle. They’re great for developing fine motor skills and covering large areas with colour.

Jumbo Crayons for Growing Kids (Ages 3+)

As kids get older (around 3 years and up), their hand control improves, and they’re ready to start using a more refined grip. Honeysticks has jumbo-sized crayons for this stage that are longer and slightly slimmer, helping preschoolers and early school-age kids practice that proper grip while still enjoying a chunky, easy-to-hold crayon.

• Honeysticks Longs (6 Pack) & Super Jumbos (6 Pack): Extra-large crayons designed for ages 3-5. They are thick, durable, and promote proper grip while developing colouring control.

• Honeysticks Jumbo Crayons – Variety Packs (8, 16, or 24 Pack): Slightly slimmer than the Super Jumbos but still chunky for easy grip. Available in different pack sizes, providing a variety of colours for creative exploration.

Bath Time Fun: Honeysticks Bath Crayons & Colour Drops

Crayons aren’t just for paper – Honeysticks also makes the only 100% natural bath crayons! Plus, they’ve added new bath colour drops to turn tub time into a safe, rainbow-coloured experience.

• Honeysticks Beeswax Bath Crayons (7 Pack in Tin): These unique bath crayons let your little one draw on the bathtub, tiles, or any hard surface at bath time, and they wash off easily when bath time is over. They are made from a blend of natural beeswax and soy wax, with non-toxic food-grade colours.

• Honeysticks Natural Bath Drops: Colourful tablets made from natural, food-grade ingredients that you can drop into the tub to colour the water. These fizz slightly and turn the bathwater vibrant shades without any mess or stains.

More Eco-Friendly Art Supplies from Honeysticks

Honeysticks hasn’t stopped at crayons. They’ve expanded their range of eco-friendly art supplies:

• Honeysticks Natural Watercolour Paints (8 Colours): A set of 8 natural, food-grade watercolour paints that are safe for toddlers and children.

• Honeysticks Paint Brushes (Jumbo Brush Set & My First Brush Set): Child-friendly paintbrushes designed for small hands, made from sustainable materials.

Wrapping Up: Creative Fun without the Nasties

Honeysticks has truly crafted a comprehensive range of natural art supplies that allow your little ones to draw, scribble, and paint to their heart’s content – all without a drop of harmful chemicals. Whether it’s the original beeswax crayons for your baby’s first art explorations, the new petal and block crayons igniting toddler creativity, the jumbo crayons helping preschoolers learn proper grip, or the bath crayons making bath time a canvas, each product is designed to be safe, fun, and developmentally beneficial.

Parents and educators increasingly turn to these natural crayons for babies and toddlers because they deliver on peace of mind. By choosing beeswax crayons and sustainable materials, you’re also supporting more earth-friendly production. From an educational standpoint, the variety Honeysticks offers helps children develop fine motor skills and creative confidence at each stage.

We’re thrilled to stock this ever-growing range of non-toxic crayons, toddler-friendly art supplies, and eco-conscious craft products. Watching a child light up as they create art with safe, natural materials is truly rewarding – it’s creative play the way it should be. So go ahead and let your little ones unleash their imaginations with Honeysticks!

Happy coloring! 🎨🐝