Are cheap paint sets any good?

Genuinely I now draw/sketch/paint 100x more often than I used to...

Platinum Preppy Fountain Pen - https://amzn.to/4dKfuTm £7
Carbon Ink Cartridges - https://amzn.to/3Hnq5ax £4
Art Creations SketchBook - https://amzn.to/4jBSwz3 (140 g/m²) £7.50
HobbyCraft Shore&Marsh WaterColour set - https://www.hobbycraft.co.uk/668784.h... £12
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Alternatives via Amazon:
Winsor&Newton Watercolour set - https://amzn.to/3HAzVWC
Have used these paints - more expensive than the Shore&marsh Set

Derwent Set (includes water brush and fine liners) - https://amzn.to/4kGpj7D
Havent tried these but well known brand and good value including some pens.

Budget set “meeden” - https://amzn.to/45DV5x8
Not tried this but absolutely would try it...

Water colour water brushes - https://amzn.to/43Jvoc8


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