Bought to the table of my 3 year old son, they are strong, fade very well with a little water on a sponge, do not dry quickly if left uncapped (not too long anyway!) Some are unhappy because they s' fade easily with a paper towel or dry but I prefer because I do not want to end up on the clothes if my son with towels, felt fades great with a little water. Part fine when machine is on clothes