NUR BALQISH ARIESYA BINTI MOHD ROSLAN POLITEKNIK SULTAN SALAHUDDIN ABDUL AZIZ SHAH
Conventional watercolours may contain harmful chemicals and are often not designed to be safe, inclusive, or environmentally friendly for children and other users. This project aims to design and develop Wondercolour, a safe, natural, and user-friendly watercolour product that supports creativity, learning, and accessibility. The project also supports SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting safe art materials and inclusive learning practices.
Wondercolour was developed using the Design Thinking approach, which includes empathy, define, ideate, prototype, and test, to ensure the product meets users’ needs effectively. Natural, non-toxic, and plant-based materials were used to produce a watercolour set with a user-friendly palette, brush, and refillable components.
Product testing was conducted through usability, functionality, and safety evaluations involving children in home and classroom settings. The findings showed that the product is easy to use, produces vibrant colours, and is safe for skin contact and accidental exposure. Feedback from parents and teachers also indicated positive acceptance in terms of practicality, safety, and learning value.
Overall, Wondercolour is an affordable, inclusive, and sustainable alternative to conventional watercolours that benefits health, creativity, and environmental responsibility.