IKEA Mala Portable Carrying Case for Urban Sketching 

I speak Swedish, and I don’t mind other people pronouncing Swedish words differently since it’s quite a small language and not many people know it, but I just wanted to mention how the name for this series is pronounced in Swedish in case you want to know 😊 Å/å is pronounced like the ”o” in ”lord”, or the ”a” in ”saw”. It’s a long vowel, just like in those examples, like this: MÅÅÅ-lah 😄 The word “måla” means “to paint” in Swedish 😊 Thank you for the great video! 🥰❤️

Discovered this carrying case from this video several years ago and just now found it at the thrift store in like new condition a couple days ago!!! So happy with it; thank you for making this video!!!

I like the simplicity of this case. Looks sturdy and functional. Can't beat that price, either!

I wish I had this when I was a kid! I did pretty well with a clipboard and a ziploc bag lol. I’m tempted to get one 😅

I had no idea this existed. I think I'll pick one up next time I'm in IKEA. Thank for the walkthrough, that was really useful!

Alot of artists have started to used a painters palette it can fit on your leg has to small tray bottles that attach to palette when your done you just fold the palette back up of course y need to carry a small square plastic container to dump used water in but theres a product on line that carry that type..that way you dont have to reach down if you a velcro on towel you can attach it to the box handle also at top of box, im limited in my twisting ability to reach down so i try to attach things with velcro or magnets to have things easier accessible...many art blessings to you today...mikelle art mom👩‍🎨✍🎨🇨🇦

Thanks Alice, it's not very expensive, so I will give it a go. Your demo was clear and very honoust 😊🙏

I had seen this at IKEA but overlooked it in favour of the desk organizer of the same line. Still, I'll have to adopt one of these, they do look quite comfy for outdoor sketching. Also, love, love, LOVE the paper, it's my favourite, even over Arches.

I'm trying to set up a travel kit - getting ready for those days ahead when we really will be able to go out and be creative. Searching all of your reviews and set up videos. Fun to explore. Thanks

Thanks for sharing. This looks great!

Wow this looks awesome! I was thinking about getting some travel brushes because my normal handle brushes are just too long. But now I feel like I should just get this case instead! I think if you stick some magnetic strip on the white rim of the case, you can then attach your watercolor box onto the case while you paint as well! And if you were to use a sketchbook instead of loose paper, the flexible clippy thing could be used to hold a paper tower or rag. The possibility is endless!

Great review Alice. Another item added to my list. Thanks.

What a great find! It also looks ideal to sketch from a car. Thank you very much for such a detailed review! 👌. ( It’s fun to discover your channel- I look forward to exploring your videos)

this is exactly what i've been looking for thank you so much for making this video i have subscribed to your channel thank u again and great job

I do have it and I did managed to put everything I need on top of it while painting : 5x7 inch sheet of paper at the bottom side of painting area, double clip on water containers (clipped on white plastic clip on top of the painting area) and mini WN travel painting palette :). I wish I could upload a photo of the arrangement here :)

thanks for the review! i never knew such portable carrying case exist, i think this set will suit me well :D

I probably have seen this but never thought much about it until now! Interesting. I’ve never tried painting on the go but perhaps it’s a fun activity that can be included during a family picnic. One for me one for my little one and we can draw/paint together 👍

Wow...this is great!! I like your idea!! thanks.

Thank you!!!

Mmm in this video I can see that’s like a lunchbox type with a melamine surface, it’s not perfect but get close to a portable bag for your art supplies

well thats a handy fine 😀 who cares if its for kids, we all are kids at heart 😀

Thanks for the review nice little carrier bag 👍🙂

great review!

I got one, it just arrived today!

WONDERFUL! It’s the perfect size. Can you slide it into a standard size tote so you can throw it over your shoulder?

Jackson’s art stock longer brush boxes, they have their own brand version and the larger art bin version

Great present idea for my grandson’s birthday next week 🎈

That's a useful review Alice, I want to try this for my daughter and probably me as well later! :)

Awesome ,amazing friend✌️☺️😃❤️😃

Wow great review. Thanks for sharing!

I wish I could draw as well as you do. I've tried drawing buildings for years and they still look like something a 5-year-old might draw. But I'm still trying and maybe one year I'll actually understand perspective.

Thanks for the recommendation. I went to buy one last weekend. Took the chance to daobao some meatballs too. 😄

Good review! The å in "måla" is a long vowel pronounced like the "a" in "fall". Måla means (to) paint.

this one looks good!!! i wanna buy it!

Nice review gave it a like. One quick question. What fountain pen are you using?

I found a free pattern online for sewing a water bottle carrier that has a pocket for cell phone and I will be making that specifically for when I'm out sketching.

I've seen someone else who uses either magnets or clips so you can put your pallete on the side somehow🤗 Same with the cup🤷‍♂️

Really good review! What brand is your collapsible cup? I would definitely stick a magnetic band on the hard lid to hold some stuff securely when painting, so I don’t have to put them on the ground (but I use A5 or A6, rarely A4 in plein air, so there would be room to stick things on the board)

i have this and going back for a few more i am in love with it people if u can buy at least onw

@Alice Lim Can it fit an ipad inside?

Is it too early to get this for a 2 years old ?

You can describe this thing in 60 second, why you need a 10.5 minutes?