How to Create 5 Beautiful Pastel Colors

Pastel colors are beloved for their soft, calming hues and are perfect for a variety of art projects. Creating pastel shades with acrylic paint is a straightforward process that involves mixing your chosen color with white to lighten it. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through creating five stunning pastel colors: pastel green, pastel pink, pastel blue, pastel orange, and cream color.

To create these beautiful pastel colors, you'll need the Drawlish Acrylic Paint Pack of 12, which also comes with 3 brushes. This pack includes all the essential hues needed to mix and create the pastel shades we'll be exploring.

How to Make Pastel Pink?

Colors Required:

• Red paint (from the Drawlish pack)
• White paint (from the Drawlish pack)

Steps:

1. Start with Red: Begin with a small amount of red paint on your palette. The exact amount will depend on how much pastel pink you need.
2. Add White Gradually: Slowly add white paint to the red, mixing thoroughly after each addition. The key is to add the white paint gradually to avoid making the color too light too quickly.
3. Mix Thoroughly: Use a palette knife or a brush to mix the colors until you achieve a uniform pastel pink. Make sure there are no streaks of red or white.
4. Adjust the Shade: If the pink is too dark, add more white. If it’s too light, add a tiny bit more red. Continue adjusting until you reach the desired shade of pastel pink.

Uses: Pastel pink is perfect for creating a soft, romantic atmosphere. It’s often used in baby nurseries, wedding decorations, and spring-themed designs.

How to Mix Pastel Green?

Colors Required:

• Green paint (from the Drawlish pack)
• White paint (from the Drawlish pack)

Steps:

1. Start with Green: Begin with a small amount of green paint.
2. Add White Gradually: Slowly add white paint to the green, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
3. Mix Thoroughly: Use a palette knife or brush to blend the colors until you achieve a uniform pastel green.
4. Adjust the Shade: If the green is too dark, add more white. If it’s too light, add a bit more green. Continue adjusting until you reach the desired shade.

Uses: Pastel green is refreshing and soothing. It’s often used in nature-inspired designs, spring decorations, and as a calming color in living spaces.

How To Create Pastel Blue?

Colors Required:

• Blue paint (from the Drawlish pack)
• White paint (from the Drawlish pack)

Steps:

1. Begin with Blue: Place a small amount of blue paint on your palette.
2. Add White Slowly: Gradually mix in white paint, blending thoroughly after each addition. This will help you control the lightness of the pastel blue.
3. Mix Well: Ensure the mixture is smooth and even, with no visible streaks.
4. Fine-Tune the Color: Adjust the ratio of blue to white until you achieve the perfect pastel blue. Add more white for a lighter shade or more blue for a slightly darker pastel.

Uses: Pastel blue is often associated with calmness and serenity. It’s a popular choice for bedrooms, beach-themed designs, and baby boy nurseries.

How To Create Pastel Orange?

Colors Required:

• Orange paint (from the Drawlish pack, or mix red and yellow from the pack to create orange)
• White paint (from the Drawlish pack)

Steps:

1. Start with Orange: Begin with a small amount of orange paint. If you don’t have orange, you can mix red and yellow to create it.
2. Add White Gradually: Slowly add white paint to the orange, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
3. Mix Thoroughly: Use a palette knife or brush to blend the colors until you achieve a uniform pastel orange.
4. Adjust the Shade: If the orange is too dark, add more white. If it’s too light, add a bit more orange. Continue adjusting until you reach the desired shade.

Uses: Pastel orange is warm and inviting. It’s great for adding a touch of warmth to any room, and it’s often used in autumn-themed designs and cheerful decorations.

How To Make Pastel Creamy Color?

Colors Required:

• Yellow paint (from the Drawlish pack)
• White paint (from the Drawlish pack)
• A tiny bit of brown paint (from the Drawlish pack)

Steps:

1. Start with Yellow: Begin with a small amount of yellow paint.
2. Add White Gradually: Slowly add white paint to the yellow, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
3. Add a Tiny Bit of Brown: To achieve a creamy tone, add a very small amount of brown paint. Mix thoroughly.
4. Mix Well: Ensure the mixture is smooth and even, with no visible streaks.
5. Adjust the Shade: If the creamy color is too dark, add more white. If it’s too light, add a bit more yellow or brown. Continue adjusting until you reach the desired shade.

Uses: Pastel creamy color is elegant and versatile. It’s often used in sophisticated designs, wedding decorations, and as a neutral background color.