Yumi Ang. Yumi Ang founded KawaiiToons to share a love of coloring, cute stationery, and screen-free making with other hobbyists. She writes the guides on art supplies, journaling, crafts, and creative spaces.. Type: Editor. Tags: Founder & Editor, Coloring books and markers, Drawing kits and pencils, Journaling and kawaii stationery, Crafts and screen-free activities, Creative desks and storage, Gifts for creative families.
Founder & Editor
Yumi Ang
Yumi Ang founded KawaiiToons to share a love of coloring, cute stationery, and screen-free making with other hobbyists. She writes the guides on art supplies, journaling, crafts, and creative spaces.
Areas covered
- Coloring books and markers
- Drawing kits and pencils
- Journaling and kawaii stationery
- Crafts and screen-free activities
- Creative desks and storage
- Gifts for creative families
Yumi Ang is the founder of KawaiiToons. She started the site because she loves coloring, cute stationery, and the quiet joy of a table covered in paper and pens — and wanted a friendly place to talk about that with other hobbyists.
She writes for people who are choosing a first marker set, building a cozy journal kit, or looking for a gift that actually gets used. The goal is simple: help you find supplies that fit the way you like to make things.
Why she started KawaiiToons
A lot of art-supply advice feels either too technical or too much like a store. Yumi wanted something warmer — guides that sit beside a coloring book or a sketchbook, written for parents, beginners, and anyone who likes cute, practical tools.
KawaiiToons grew out of that: original characters, free printables, and buying guides that treat coloring, drawing, journaling, and crafts as hobbies worth taking seriously.
What she writes about
- Markers, coloring books, and supplies for shared tables
- Drawing kits for beginners and hobby sketchers
- Journaling stationery and kawaii paper goods
- Crafts and screen-free activities
- Desks, storage, and gifts for creative families
She works with Derek, who helps keep the guides clear and useful before they go live.
If you want to say hello, use the contact page.
Selected Journaling guides
Guides Yumi Ang wrote in this topic.

Best Calligraphy Pens for Beginners
Compare the best calligraphy pens for beginners, from soft and firm brush pens to chisel-tip sets, with tips on tip size, paper and practice.

Best Bullet Journal Notebooks: 10 Picks for Beginners & Creative Planning
The best bullet journal notebooks for beginners and creative planning. Compare paper weight, page count, dot grids, binding, and setup features.

Best Highlighters for Journaling: 10 Mild, No-Bleed Picks
The best highlighters for journaling, from mild pastel markers to no-bleed gel picks. Compare tips, colors, erasability, and thin-paper use.

Best Journaling Kits for Beginners: 10 Complete Starter Sets
The best journaling kits for beginners, from dot-grid bullet journal sets to vintage junk-journal kits. Compare notebooks, pens, stencils and supplies.

Best Journaling Supplies for Beginners: 10 Essentials to Start With
The best journaling supplies for beginners, from journals and pens to highlighters, washi tape, stencils and adhesive. Build a simple starter kit.

Best Journals for Beginners: 10 Easy Notebooks to Start Journaling
The best journals for beginners, from simple lined notebooks to guided and dot-grid picks. Compare paper, layout, size, and ease of use.

Best Pencil Cases for Journaling Supplies: 10 Cute & Practical Picks
The best pencil cases for journaling supplies, from roomy organizers to stand-up and slim cases. Compare capacity, compartments, access, and portability.

Best Pens for Journaling: 10 Smooth, No-Bleed Picks
Best pens for journaling compared: quick-dry gel pens, no-bleed felt tips and archival fineliners, with picks for left-handed writers and thin paper.

Best Stickers for Journaling: 10 Cute Sets for Decorating Your Pages
Find the best stickers for journaling, from kawaii animals and washi paper to florals, PET stickers and vintage collage sets for cute journal pages.

Best Travel Journals and Travel Notebooks
Compare 10 travel journal and travel notebook picks, from pocket and refillable notebooks to guided trip planners and weatherproof field notebooks.

Best Washi Tape for Journaling: 10 Cute & Versatile Sets
The best washi tape for journaling, from kawaii animals and pastel florals to grid, vintage, skinny, and foil sets. Compare roll count, width, length, and style.
Selected Gift Guides guides
Guides Yumi Ang wrote in this topic.

Best Gifts for Artists: Thoughtful Art Supply Gift Ideas
Gift ideas for artists who draw, color, paint or journal, sorted by budget and skill level, with tips for choosing supplies they will actually use.
Selected Drawing guides
Guides Yumi Ang wrote in this topic.

Best Oil Pastels for Beginners: 10 Smooth and Blendable Sets
Compare 10 beginner oil pastel sets by palette, range and storage, with research-based picks, exact Amazon US variants and practical blending advice.

Best Soft Pastels for Beginners: 10 Sets for Drawing and Blending
Compare 10 beginner soft pastel sets by palette, stick format and practical tradeoffs, with research-based picks and advice on paper, blending and storage.

Best Charcoal Sticks for Drawing: Vine, Willow and Compressed Picks
Compare four research-based vine, willow and compressed charcoal picks for gesture drawing, value studies, varied line widths and deep dark accents.

Best Colored Pencils for Drawing and Sketching
Compare six current colored-pencil sets for drawing and sketching by core feel, point control, palette size, paper fit, storage and lightfastness.

Best Woodless Graphite Pencils and Sticks for Drawing
Compare research-based woodless graphite pencils, compressed sticks and water-soluble blocks for broad shading, dark values, sketching and expressive marks.

Best Mechanical Pencils for Drawing: 10 Precise Picks for Artists
Compare 10 research-based mechanical pencils for drawing by lead size, grip, sleeve, advance mechanism, portability and sketching purpose.

Best Charcoal Pencils for Drawing: 10 Picks for Beginners & Shading
The best charcoal pencils for drawing and shading, compared for beginners, portraits, soft gradients, white highlights, woodless coverage and value.

Best Drawing Kits for Beginners: 10 Starter Sets That Are Actually Useful
The best drawing kits for beginners, with useful graphite, charcoal, blending and sketching tools instead of filler. Compare 10 practical starter sets.

Best Drawing Pencils for Beginners: 10 Sets for Sketching & Shading
Compare the best drawing pencils for beginners for sketching and shading, including graphite grades, starter tools, accessories, and practical trade-offs.

Best Drawing Supplies for Kids: 10 Easy Starter Picks for Young Artists
Best drawing supplies for kids, from washable markers and crayons to pencils, paper and art kits. Compare age guidance, grip, mess and value.

Best Erasers for Drawing: 10 Picks for Graphite, Charcoal & Detail Work
The best erasers for drawing, from kneaded and vinyl blocks to precision and electric picks for graphite, charcoal, highlights, and detail work.

Best Fineliner Pens for Drawing and Line Art
Compare 10 fineliner pens for drawing by tip size, pigment ink, waterproofing and color sets, with picks for line art, manga, sketching and journaling.

Best Pencil Sharpeners for Artists: 10 Picks for Graphite & Drawing Pencils
Compare the best pencil sharpeners for artists, including long-point, crank, adjustable and electric picks for graphite, charcoal and drawing pencils.

Best Portable Drawing Kits for Travel: 10 Compact Sketching Sets
The best portable drawing kits for travel, from graphite tins to mixed-media cases. Compare pencils, pads, storage, portability, and travel trade-offs.

Best Sketchbooks for Pencil Drawing: 10 Picks for Sketching & Shading
Compare 10 of the best sketchbooks for pencil drawing, from budget spiral pads to premium heavyweight and toned paper picks for shading.
Selected Coloring guides
Guides Yumi Ang wrote in this topic.

Best Kawaii Coloring Books for Adults and Teens
Six research-based kawaii coloring books compared by art style, themes, page format, detail level and suitability for adults or teens.

Best Mandala Coloring Books for Adults: Simple to Intricate Designs
Six research-based mandala coloring books for adults, compared by design density, page format, removability, guidance and fit for pencils or markers.

Best Color-by-Number Books for Adults: Easy and Detailed Picks
Seven research-based adult color-by-number books compared by detail, theme, page format, binding, color keys and fit for pencils or markers.

Best Coloring Books for Teens: Creative Picks That Aren’t Childish
Six research-based coloring books for teens, compared by theme, detail level, page format, paper disclosure and fit for pencils, pens or markers.

Best Large-Print Coloring Books for Seniors
Five research-based large-print coloring books for seniors, compared by line clarity, subject, page layout, binding, perforations and color-number format.

Best Reverse Coloring Books: Draw the Lines, Not the Colors
Five research-based reverse coloring books compared by artwork style, prompt count, page format, paper disclosure and creative freedom.

Best Cozy, Bold and Easy Coloring Books for Adults
Six research-based cozy, bold and easy coloring books compared by subject, page count, format, paper disclosure and marker practicality.

Best Adult Coloring Books for Beginners: Easy, Enjoyable Designs
Five research-based adult coloring books for beginners, compared by artwork density, page format, paper details, portability and theme.

Best Coloring Books for Colored Pencils: Paper That Layers Well
Six research-based coloring books for colored pencils, compared by paper tooth, page format, binding, artwork detail and room for layered shading.

Best Coloring Books for Alcohol Markers: Thick, Single-Sided Picks
Six research-based coloring books for alcohol markers, compared by single-sided layout, documented paper stock, perforations, binding and artwork detail.

Best Mess-Free Coloring Supplies for Travel, Restaurants and Planes
Seven research-based mess-free coloring picks for planes, restaurants and road trips, compared by cleanup, portability, replay value and age guidance.

Best Crayons for Toddlers: Washable, Jumbo and Easy-Grip Picks
Eight research-based toddler crayons compared by current age guidance, chunky shape, washability claims, rolling, palette and honest safety limits.

Best Dot Markers for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Seven research-based dot marker sets for toddlers and preschoolers, compared by age guidance, grip, color count, activity pages and cleanup claims.

Best Washable Markers for Kids: 10 Easy-Cleanup Sets
Ten research-based washable marker sets for kids, compared by tip style, barrel size, color range, age guidance and realistic cleanup claims.

Best Erasers for Colored Pencils: Precision, Kneaded and Electric Picks
Eight research-based erasers for colored pencils, including abrasive, precision, kneaded, block, sharpenable and rechargeable electric options.

Best Colored Pencil Blenders and Burnishers for Smoother Shading
Compare 8 colorless blender pencils, burnishers, pens and liquids for smoother colored-pencil gradients, softer edges and polished final layers.

Best Pencil Sharpeners for Colored Pencils
Find the right pencil sharpener for colored pencils: 10 manual, crank and electric picks compared by point shape, core support and barrel fit.

Best Skin-Tone Colored Pencils for Portrait Coloring
Compare eight skin-tone colored-pencil sets for portrait coloring by shade range, core feel, blending, detail control, storage and documented light resistance.

Best Watercolor Pencils for Coloring Books: 10 Beginner-Friendly Sets
Compare 10 beginner-friendly watercolor-pencil sets for coloring books by dry control, water activation, palette size, paper fit, core feel and storage.

Best Colored Pencils for Adult Coloring Books: 10 Smooth, Blendable Sets
Compare 10 colored-pencil sets for adult coloring books by core feel, color range, detail control, layering, paper fit, storage and replacement options.

Best Alcohol Markers for Coloring Books: 10 Sets for Smooth Blending
The best alcohol markers for coloring books, from brush-tip starter sets to refillable Copic options. Compare tips, colors, blending, and bleed-through.

Best Brush Markers for Coloring Books: 10 Picks for Shading & Blending
Find the best brush markers for coloring books, including water-based and alcohol picks for shading, blending, fine details, and bold fills.

Best Coloring Supplies for Adults: Markers, Pencils, Gel Pens & More
The best coloring supplies for adults, including markers, colored pencils, gel pens, fineliners, and watercolor pencils for different papers and styles.

Best Coloring Supplies for Kids: Easy, Washable & Fun Picks
The best coloring supplies for kids, from washable markers and crayons to no-sharpen pencils, easy-grip paint sticks and fun dot markers.

Best Fine Tip Markers for Coloring Books: 10 Picks for Small Details
Best fine tip markers for coloring books, from 0.3 mm fineliners to dual-tip sets. Compare precision, color range, ink type, and paper use.

Best Gel Pens for Coloring Books: 10 Smooth & Colorful Picks
The best gel pens for coloring books, from glitter and pastel to refillable sets. Compare tip size, color variety, ink effects, and paper use.

Best No-Bleed Markers for Coloring Books: 10 Picks for Thin Paper
The best no-bleed markers for coloring books on thin paper. Compare water-based fineliners, brush tips, color counts, and bleed-through claims.

Best Paper for Coloring With Markers: 10 Pads & Papers to Reduce Bleed
Compare the best paper for coloring with markers, including bleedproof marker pads, smooth Bristol and printable cardstock for cleaner pages.

Best Water-Based Markers for Coloring Books: 10 Low-Bleed Picks
The best water-based markers for coloring books, including low-bleed dual-tip, brush and fineliner picks. Compare tips, colors and paper use.
Selected Crafts & Activities guides
Guides Yumi Ang wrote in this topic.

50 Screen-Free Activities for Kids at Home: Easy Ideas by Age
Fifty easy screen-free activities for kids at home, organized by age from toddlers to tweens, with low-prep ideas, simple supplies and safety guidance.

Best Travel Activities for Kids: 15 Screen-Free Ideas for Planes, Cars & Restaurants
Fifteen screen-free travel activities for kids, with low-mess ideas for planes, road trips and restaurants plus age, packing and safety guidance.

25 Easy Rainy Day Crafts for Kids That Don’t Require Fancy Supplies
Twenty-five easy rainy day crafts for kids using paper, cardboard, crayons, washable paint, yarn and clean recyclables, with simple steps and safety notes.

Best Friendship Bracelet Kits for Kids & Tweens: 10 Easy Starter Sets
Ten friendship bracelet kits for kids and tweens, compared by age guidance, technique, strand control, project count, small parts and adult-help needs.

Best Crochet Kits for Kids & Tweens: 10 Beginner-Friendly Starter Kits
Ten beginner crochet kits for kids and tweens, compared by age guidance, pre-starting, tutorials, project complexity and honest adult-help needs.

Best Air-Dry Clay Kits for Kids: 10 Easy Sculpting Sets for Beginners
Ten beginner-friendly air-dry clay kits for kids, compared by age, project style, tools, storage, drying workflow and honest adult-help needs.
Selected Creative Spaces guides
Guides Yumi Ang wrote in this topic.

Best Art Supply Organizers and Storage Ideas
Compare the best art supply organizers and storage ideas, from desktop caddies and marker racks to craft boxes, rolling drawers and small-parts cabinets.

Best Desk Lamps for Drawing, Coloring & Crafts: 10 Bright Picks
The best desk lamps for drawing, coloring and crafts, from budget LEDs to bright wide task lamps. Compare CRI, brightness, coverage and controls.

Best Desk Organizers for Art Supplies: 10 Picks for a Clutter-Free Workspace
The best desk organizers for art supplies, from rotating caddies to marker racks. Compare capacity, footprint, access, storage style, and portability.

Best Lap Desks for Coloring, Drawing & Journaling: 10 Comfortable Picks
The best lap desks for coloring, drawing and journaling, from cushioned flat tops to adjustable easels. Compare size, tilt, storage and support.

Best Rolling Art Carts and Craft Carts
Compare 10 rolling art cart and craft cart picks, from open 3-tier carts to drawer carts, foldable carts, worktop carts and wooden studio carts.
Selected reviews
Prismacolor Premier Water-Soluble Colored Pencils Review: 36 Count
Prismacolor Premier 36-count watercolor pencils offer wet-or-dry control for adult coloring. See the paper limits, palette, and replacement trade-off.
Ohuhu 72 Alcohol Markers Review: Honolulu Brush & Chisel Set
The Ohuhu Honolulu 72-color set offers refillable alcohol markers with brush and chisel tips. See its strengths, paper limits, and who should buy it.
Copic Ciao 72 Colors Set B review: premium refillable alcohol markers
Copic Ciao 72 Colors Set B combines refillable alcohol ink with brush and broad nibs. See who it suits best and the drawbacks worth knowing.
Crayola Super Tips 150 Review: 150 Washable Colors for Kids & Coloring
Crayola Super Tips 150 gives you 150 washable colors with one versatile tip for thin and broad strokes. See who it suits best and the drawbacks.
Ohuhu Honolulu B 48 Colors Review: Alcohol Markers + Coloring Book
Ohuhu Honolulu B 48 Colors pairs brush/fine alcohol markers with a 20-page 200gsm coloring book. See who this all-in-one set suits best.
Ohuhu Maui 60 Colors Dual Tip Markers review: a flexible set for coloring and journaling
The Ohuhu Maui 60 Colors set combines fine and brush tips with a broad water-based palette. Here is who I think it suits best, plus the paper limitations worth knowing.
STAEDTLER Triplus Fineliner 36 Review: Fine 0.3mm Pens for Detailed Coloring
STAEDTLER Triplus Fineliner 36 gives you 36 water-based 0.3 mm color pens with triangular barrels. See who it suits best and the key drawbacks.