Chalk-pastels traditionally crumble and dust, making controlled detail work frustrating. Stabilo engineered CarbOthello pencils to eliminate that problem while preserving the medium's signature soft, luminous quality. Large-diameter leads lay down rich, opaque color without requiring pressure, the high pigment concentration does the work, delivering full coverage and vibrant saturation in a single pass. Sharp them to fine points for precise lettering and details, or use the broad edge for sweeping coverage.

The water-soluble formulation transforms these pencils into versatile tools that bridge dry and wet techniques. Apply color dry and blend with fingertips or stumps for traditional pastel effects. Activate with a wet brush to create watercolor-like washes and painterly passages. Or work on dampened paper for intensified color and immediate blending. Each approach yields different effects, all from the same pencil.

German manufacturing ensures consistent quality and remarkable lightfastness, colors maintain their vibrancy rather than fading over time. Metal tins with hinged lids protect pencils between sessions and provide organized storage that travels well to locations or workshops. Sets range from essential color selections to comprehensive palettes, letting you choose the range that matches your working style.