Contrary to what you may think, coloring is not just for children. Coloring books bring a great deal of stress-relief to a growing number of adults. Taking a crayon or colored pencil to paper triggers and stimulates the brain areas associated with motor skills, creativity, and the senses. As stress relievers, these adult coloring books are truly helpful in lowering blood pressure, reducing anxiety and assisting in helping you learn to relax and unwind.
Studio Series Adult Coloring Books
Set your inner artist free as you immerse yourself into the Studio Series of adult coloring books from Peter Pauper Press. 
Each page is micro-perforated for ease of removal and display of your creative masterpiece! Each Artist’s Coloring Book measures 9-1/2 inches wide by 9 inches high (24.13 cm wide by 22.86 cm high). Binding lies flat for ease of show.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can significantly affect fine motor skills. My daughter has been using the adult Coloring Books from “Peter Pauper Press” as part of her traumatic brain injury rehabilitation.
“For me coloring has been very soothing, allowing me to deal with anxiety,” said Megan. “For me, coloring is a form of meditation.” Megan states that she never really listened to classical music, but pairing classical music with coloring gives her focus and seems to change her mood.
These adult coloring books not only serve to help someone, such as Megan take part in a relaxing activity they are also enchanting works of art, unleashing one’s own creativity.
If you haven’t tried coloring yourself, why not grab a couple of these adult coloring books and a new set of pencil crayons. I’ll bet you’ll be surprised at the fun you’ll have.
Professional Colored Pencils
Peter Pauper Press carries a diverse supply of coloring books, along with the Studio Series Colored Pencil Set. The pencil set is the perfect companion to the coloring books.
We find the pigments to be vibrant, making your images come alive. The pencils glide smoothly and evenly, blend well, and sharpen up nicely compared to other color pencils we have used.
This is the perfect color pencil crayon set for the fall back to school season. They’re a bit more expensive than popular offerings that are made for younger students, but they’re still a good value.
Unlike most student pencils, the Studio Series Colored Pencil Set comes in a plastic reusable case with handle for easy 
So you colored, now what? Marisa uses these lovely Joyful Designs Coloring Book to upcycle into lovely crafting ideas! See her post at Five Ways To Upcycle Colouring Books.
Peter Pauper Press offer a wide selection of art supplies for home, school or office. Christmas is right around the corner. We have added the “Studio Series Watercolor Crayon Set” and “Roll Up Canvas Pencil Wrap” to our Christmas wish list.
Have you tried your hand at adult coloring books?
I think this new hobby is a great way for adults to relax and relieve stress
It is a real stress reliever, for sure
I should try an adult coloring book. My mother in-law is loving hers. I think I would probably really enjoy it.
I have been looking at these a lot lately thinking they might be a great stress reliever…very tempting
I have some adult colouring books, a nice variety of markers with various tip sizes, really feel as though I’m lacking in the pencil crayon department.
This looks like so much fun! I’ve always loved to colour!
These are some awesome products, it’s fun to colour, calms and destresses you!!