Why I Only Use Prisma Colored Pencils in My Adult Coloring Books

Let’s be real: there are a lot of colored pencils out there. Some look pretty in the box but fall flat on paper. Others shred your page or leave your hand cramped after twenty minutes. I’ve been through them all. But once I tried Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, I was done experimenting.

If you’ve picked up one of our CMH Publishing coloring books—maybe you’ve laughed your way through Sarcastic Woman, chilled out with Enchanted Fairies and Elves, or zoned into the Relaxing Cozy Girl pages—you’ll know these books are made for true coloring enjoyment. And Prisma pencils? They take that experience to the next level.

Here’s why I’m low-key obsessed with them:

1. Effortless Color That Pops Off the Page

Whether you're shading a sassy dog butt, a majestic elf, or a minimalist menorah, Prisma pencils give you bold color without effort. No, grinding your pencil into the page just to get a decent shade. They go down buttery smooth, with rich pigment that makes your work look high-end even if you're unwinding on the couch.

2. Blend Like a Pro, Even If You’re Not One

A lot of us color to chill out—not to win awards. But Prisma pencils make you feel like a legit artist. The way they blend is honestly insane. You can layer colors, create seamless ombrés, or add subtle shading that makes your coloring pages come alive. It’s therapeutic and satisfying AF.

3. 150 Reasons to Love the Color Range

Soft pastels? Neon rage? Natural skin tones for that snarky mermaid or sarcastic cat? Covered. You’ll never feel stuck with basic colors again.

4. They Make Every Page Look Better

I design our books to be fun and approachable—but if you want to turn your coloring page into something wall-worthy (or Instagram-ready), these pencils are the cheat code. Prisma takes “simple” pages and turns them into art. They elevate everything—even that hilarious poop emoji scene you colored for stress relief.

5. Durable, Dependable, and So Worth It

Yeah, they’re a bit more of an investment. But if you’re spending time on a coloring page to unwind, create, or even just kill time, why not use tools that make it feel like a treat? Prisma pencils last, layer like magic, and don’t fight you. That’s worth every penny in my book.

Treat Yourself

At CMH Publishing, coloring is for you. Your mood, vibe, and moment to zone out, laugh, or unleash a little creativity. That’s why I always recommend Prismacolor pencils for our books.