This is a good set that your kids will enjoy playing with. There are some minor issues I have with this set, but they're not a deal-killer. Here's my thoughts:
Pros:
- Spirograph has been around forever and is always fun to play with.
- This kit has plenty of different "wheels" to make a myriad of different designs. Your kids won't get bored with this set.
- Included work space is convenient to have for drawing just about anywhere.
- This set is compact and easily transported with the included handle (neat design).
- Even for the shortcomings, this set is a great deal for the price paid.
Cons:
- The pens included with this set are less than ideal. For optimal satisfactions with this set, you will want to go out and purchase some high-quality pens. Some have used felt tip, I prefer gel based colored pens.
- This may not be a fair comparison, but I remember my spirograph back when I was a kid was substantially heavier-duty constructed. The wheels seemed to be heavier and tougher. These just seem flimsier/lighter/weaker than I remember. Maybe this is not the case, but I just feel like they aren't as robust.
Overall, I would totally recommend this set for your kids or as a gift. They are a ton of fun to play with, and as always, the designs that come off of this are beautiful to look at. For the price of this set, I don't think you can go wrong, even for the shortcomings I have mentioned.
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Introducing never before seen shapes!Hearts, stars and teardrops…oh my! The classic way for aspiring artists to create amazing designs is getting new pieces for the first time in a generation! This new Spirograph kit features 12 wheels in all-new unique shapes, as well as three new Spirograph rings to create a whole new, never-before-seen assortment of Spirograph designs. |
New peices compatible with other SpirographThe sturdy storage box comes with handy organizer tray, three colorful design markers, two 24-page drawing pads, detailed instruction guide and complete set of new shaped wheels and rings—which are compatible with all other Original Spirograph sets. |
Take your designs to the next levelThe creative world of Spirograph is shaping up better than ever! This unique arts and crafts game is sure to entertain your kids for hours as they continuously dream up new combinations of shapes and colors of pens to create extraordinary pictures. Recommended for ages 8 years old and up. |
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Spirograph cleverly combines the principles of art and mathematics in a way that has inspired and delighted years of generations. |
The classic way for aspiring artists to create millions of amazing designs is back and better than ever! |
For ages 8 and up. Create endless designs and color patterns with the all new Spirograph Shapes. |
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Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2017
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Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2017
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Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2016
This kit has everything you need to make incredible mandala - like designs. And my favorite part is coloring them in. I am fantasizing about all the cards and stationary I can make for myself and gifts. Regular ball point pens work great. I bought a pack of multiple colors and am having so much fun experimenting with the endless number of patterns. I tried gel pens on navy blue paper and the ink smeared due to the rotating spirograph wheels. But I was able to trace over the designs and the finished product is bright and pops.
I would and am recommending this product to all my friends and family who enjoy creating art.
Color: Multi-coloredVerified Purchase
This is the best accidental gift ever
By Melanie on January 15, 2016
I originally bought this for my 2 year old, not realizing the manual dexterity needed. This is the best accidental gift ever! I have been playing with this every day. And while my daughter can't use it yet, she loves to watch me do it and asks for it All The Time.By Melanie on January 15, 2016
This kit has everything you need to make incredible mandala - like designs. And my favorite part is coloring them in. I am fantasizing about all the cards and stationary I can make for myself and gifts. Regular ball point pens work great. I bought a pack of multiple colors and am having so much fun experimenting with the endless number of patterns. I tried gel pens on navy blue paper and the ink smeared due to the rotating spirograph wheels. But I was able to trace over the designs and the finished product is bright and pops.
I would and am recommending this product to all my friends and family who enjoy creating art.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2017
Color: Multi-coloredVerified Purchase
Wobbly wheels
By Des Astor on March 30, 2017
I have an original Spirograph to compare this one to and must say the quality of the new one is wanting. The original was made of a hard acrylic that was actually breakable if you wanted to destroy one of the wheels. The new one is made out of a much softer and flexible material. Although I don't have a particular opinion about either material if the product functions, the new Spirograph unfortunately had several defective wheels that I believe can be traced back to the materials. Wheels 80, 72 and 63 were unfortunately not flat and indeed had such a degree of wobble that they reliably jumped out of the teeth of the outer ring that I was trying to rotate them in. While wheel 72 is the worst, 80 and 63 are bad enough not to work. I can see extremely frustrated artists of a young age who have their work messed up by using a wobbly wheel on a complex, nearly finished design. The defect is really unfortunate and I am wondering the longevity of the set considering how soft the materials is. The remaining wheels provide plenty of designs to get busy with and the price is not unreasonable so overall it is not a terrible product to purchase as a gift, especially if it is for kids who have never played w/a set before. I have added to pictures. Picture one shows wheel 72 laying flat. Picture two shows light pressure applied to part of the wobble, which created a significant gap on the opposite side.
By Des Astor on March 30, 2017
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