How to Use a 90-Piece Wooden Artist Suitcase for Art Projects

Quick answer

Open the wooden suitcase, arrange supplies in the three drawers, set up the built-in easel, and follow a simple project sequence to keep kids engaged without clutter.

Step-by-step: how to set up and use the artist suitcase

1. Unpack and sort the supplies: Open the suitcase and remove all items. Group them by type: markers, colored pencils, watercolor paints, acrylic paints, brushes, and any extras. Place each group into one of the three drawers. Keep the most-used items (like pencils and a brush) in the top drawer for easy access. Common mistake: putting everything in one drawer. Sorting by type prevents kids from digging through a pile and losing small pieces.
2. Set up the built-in easel: Flip open the suitcase lid and prop the easel into its upright position. Secure the paper clip or holder at the top. Place a sheet of paper on the easel board. If the surface feels wobbly, set the suitcase on a flat, stable table or floor. Checkpoint: make sure the easel latch is fully engaged before your child starts drawing—it prevents the paper from slipping mid-project.
3. Start with a dry medium first: For the first project, use colored pencils or markers from the drawers. Dry mediums are less messy and let kids focus on drawing shapes or coloring within lines. After they finish, move to watercolor paints for a wet-medium project on a separate day. Common mistake: jumping straight to acrylic paints. Acrylic dries fast and stains clothes, so save it for later sessions when your child is comfortable with brush control.
4. Clean up and store for next time: After the project, rinse brushes in water and let them air-dry before returning them to the drawer. Wipe any paint spills on the easel with a damp cloth. Close the drawers and latch the suitcase handle for storage or travel. Checkpoint: always dry brushes completely before closing the case—damp brushes can mildew inside the wooden box.

What comes in the set

• 90-Piece Premium Wooden Artist Suitcase: The Coco Studio 90-Piece Premium Wooden Artist Suitcase includes markers, watercolor paints, acrylic paints, colored pencils, brushes, and creative activity supplies inside a wooden case with a handle, three drawers, and a built-in easel. You don't need to buy extra supplies or a separate easel—everything for a full art session is already packed in one portable box.