Valentine's Day Sweets and Treats

Make your Valentine's Day gathering even sweeter with these delicious, easy-to-make treats. From oreo pops to a red, pink, and white popcorn mix, these easy-to-whip recipes will satisfy your guests' sweet tooth and won't make you break a sweat in the kitchen.

Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Chocolate Covered Pretzels? Yes, please! To make this dessert, simply dip your pretzel rods in chocolate and you're already ready for sprinkles! Whether its heart sprinkles or edible glitter sprinkles, once you're done...bring them all in a mason jar and adore the beauty (you can also try this with regular pretzels as well)!

Valentine's Day Oreo Pops

Move aside cake pops, Oreo Pops are taking the spotlight! To start, dip the lollipop stick into melted candy before placing it in the oreo. Next, dip the oreo pop into melted candy or chocolate and then it's time for decorating. Drizzle more chocolate, add some hearts, and make these oreo pops as cute as can be!

Valentine's Day Popcorn

This Popcorn Mix is absolutely perfect for a Valentine's movie night. With less than six ingredients, you'll find yourself finishing the bowl before the previews end! Once the popcorn has popped, drizzle the popcorn with both melted white and pink candy melts. When that's done, top with sprinkles and m&m's, and your movie snack is good-to-go!

P.S. In case you haven't heard, go on over to CoolPencilCase.com to check out our Valentine's Day sale! Buy one item, and get the second item for 25% off, the discount will apply to the item of equal of lesser value. So what will you be getting your valentine?

Cool Pencil Case Valentine's Day Collection

Find this collection on CoolPencilCase.com

February has officially begun and we're already feeling the love the month has to offer. To continue celebrating, here's a Valentine's Day Collection from yours truly...

Fill your pencil cases with writing tools you absolutely love. Need to switch from taking notes to using the tablet? The Crystal Multi Function Stylus and Ballpoint Pen Duo (9 & 10) will be a helping hand! Or how about more glitter and color during arts and crafts? Find the Starlight Cat Retractable Gel Pens (5) and the Uniball Glitter Gel Pens (18) to be of some assistance. Not to forget, Rilakkuma Double Ended Markers (17) will definitely come handy when it comes to saving some time with upcoming project deadlines!

For every day necessities, celebrate the month of love with the city of love with our Bonjour Paris 0.5mm Mechanical Pencils (1). & With hearts all around, you can see why everyone has fallen in love with our Fresh and Lovely 0.5mm Mechanical Pencils (6) and Fruits and Shapes Eraser Pencils (7). Need a gift for your bestie, share a Pi-Yo Plush Ballpoint Pen (20)... and all you'll need to decide on is who's keeping the pink and who's keeping the white option?

Pair your writing tools with matching erasers as well. The French Pastry Erasers (12 & 13) and Converse Shoes Erasers (3) will definitely be a fun and sweet addition. Or set up a craft date with a friend and create your own erasers using our DIY Scented Clay Eraser Chocolates Set (14).

Sending out V-day gifts this holiday? Decorate the cards with our Stitched Heart Washi Tape (8) and Heart Puffy Stickers (11). If you're being crafty, use our Disney Character Chocolate Bar Ruler (16) to make sure what you're making is measured just right!

Last but not least, we surely didn't forget about where to store all the above Valentine goodies. With the Molang Pencil Pouch (2), Molang might just be the best companion to school. Or how about Donald and Daisy? They're sure to add some sweetness with the Disney Character Chocolate Bar Pencil Box (15). If you're looking for something more pretty in pink, our Happy Baby Mega Pencil Case (19) has got you covered...and if you're looking to express your emotions this February 14th, we're sure the Eye Express My Emotions Pencil Pouch (4) will help you do just that!

DIY Washi Tape Greeting Cards

 See our DIY tutorial below!

Send greeting cards this holiday season without worrying too much about the cost yet still adding that personal touch! How would one do so, you ask? Well, see the easy tutorial below on how to make DIY Washi Tape Greeting Cards using our Festive Pattern 2-Pack Washi Tape Set (& in case you may want to try other designs and patterns, see our selection of washi tape here).

Step 1 - Fold a sheet of colored construction paper (8 1/2 x 11 inches) to create the card. We prefer the more sturdy construction paper for this DIY project. Cut small strips of your desired washi tape and stack 2 side-by-side to create the box shape of the presents.

 Step 1 - Start with a base...

Step 2 - Cut a thin strip of washi tape and place it along the middle of the boxes to replicate the ribbon of the presents. We advise using a different, patterned washi tape for the ribbon just because it easily stands out!

Step 2 - Add the ribbon...

Step 3 - For the bows, cut thin, short strips of washi tape and fold the end to touch the base. This creates a pop-up effect and quickly elevates the look of this simple card!

 Step 3 - Top it off with a bow...

Step 4 - Add the ribbon and bows to the rest of the presents to complete the look. If you prefer simplicity, then you're good to go! However, feel free to add washi tape among the edges for a border or even strips for a striped effect on the back.

Step 4 - Complete the entire look!

& There you have it... your DIY greeting card is ready to be written in and sent off to your loved one.

Show us your creations in the comments below!

Gift Wrapping Ideas, Crafts, and More!

With the gift season here and presents ready to be put under the tree, we wanted to put together a few ways you can have some fun wrapping, decorating, and just being creative this winter!

In addition to being all about the details, here at Cool Pencil Case we're definitely suckers for keeping it simple and sweet. Therefore, when it comes to gift wrapping, we absolutely love how craft paper wrapping paper just embodies that perfectly. We've fallen in love with the idea of craft paper wrapping paper and wanted to share a couple cool ways to gift wrap your presents with Cool Pencil Case favorites. Who knew simplicity in gift wrapping could be this easy?

Customize your gifts with one of our newest arrivals, our "Wooden Deluxe Stamp Set." Though these can be used throughout the year on organizers and notebooks, use this stamp set to create a fun allover print on craft wrapping paper. Available in three animal themes, see how these stamps will add a burst of personality to your gifts!

Allover print gift wrap created with our "Wooden Deluxe Stamp Set."

Wooden Deluxe Stamp Set $8.85

It is no secret that there are countless ways one can use washi tape but did you know this applied for the season of giving too? Keeping the simplicity of the craft paper wrapping, we added washi tape from our "Festive Pattern 2-Pack Washi Tape Set" to add a subtle pop to our presents. Replicating that design of a ribbon, mix and match and see how a little washi tape can go a long way! Top off with more holiday details, like mini ornaments!

Gift wrap with washi tape details.

Festive Pattern 2-Pack Washi Tape Set $5.25

Lastly, for those just running a bit low on time? Don't worry! We offer gift wrapping to your entire order so there wont be any trouble to you! Simply click here to add the "Gift Wrap My Entire Order" option to your cart. With a selection of kawaii-theme gift wrapping paper (yup, we even have a Rilakkuma roll), the recipient will be joyful to see their gift fully wrapped, kawaii-style!*

*Note: Gift wrap only offered with full kawaii gift wrap, not craft paper specialty as pictured in this post

DIY: Halloween Decorations using Washi Tape!

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Halloween is slowly creeping up and we've already started to mark down the days for one of our favorite holidays of the year! With costume choices and candy cravings, one of our favorite parts of the season are the fun and spooky decorations. See below for awesome DIY projects using washi tape, and you'll find that decorations don't necessarily need to make a hole in your pocket!

Make fun bookmarks and cards using washi tape!

Create homemade cards to send to loved ones and friends this Halloween season. Use the washi tape to create a pattern or keep it simple along the borders. Not only is this project quick and easy, but those receiving these cards will appreciate the sweet gesture! Have friends that are readers? Use the washi tape on blank bookmarks, add some ribbon, and you're good to go!

See the tutorial to make these cute mason jars!

For this project, all you'll need besides washi tape are mason jars, googly eyes, and markers! This craft project is perfect for those hosting halloween parties this year. Decorate your mason jars to be fun little ghosts and monsters by wrapping washi tape all around then creating a fun, silly face using the markers and googly eyes. Fill the mason jars with candy and sweets for a centerpiece or straws and utensils for the food area, these will definitely stand out at the party!

See here for 25 ways to decorate pumpkins!

Let's admit it, maybe not everyone is the best at carving pumpkins...but don't worry! See how easily you can decorate your pumpkins this year in a slightly different way. With some paint and washi tape, this DIY will allow you to show off your creativity this halloween. Washi Tape Pumpkin contest anyone?

Find more halloween ideas and inspiration by checking out our Pinterest board!

'Create Your Own Eraser Clay' is Back in Stock!

2016 is off at a great a start at Cool Pencil Case! The super popular 'Create Your Own Eraser Clay' is back in stock for you to mold and shape into your favorite items.

Create Your Own Eraser Clay ($7.85)

Believe us, when we first received this eraser kit in the office, our imaginations were running wild! Get some inspiration from some of these fun tutorials by our favorite vloggers. Let us know in the comments below what you're planning to make and which video is your favorite!

 

Gummy Bear and Candy Inspired Erasers from Crafterz Delight

 
Macaron Inspired Erasers by Ashley Ann Laz

 

Dessert and Animal Inspired Erasers by CoolRiceBunnies

Christmas Favorites

Can you believe that Christmas is around the corner? It's been an amazing year here and as we pack our holiday orders, we are more than excited thinking about all the cool pencil cases and planners that some of you have under your trees!

To shoot the Christmas spirit through the roof, we've rounded up the top 10 finds from our Pinterest board that will make you spread the Holiday cheer just like us here at Cool Pencil Case!

10. Adorable Doggies in Christmas Lights

 

9. Anything Pusheen-related

 

8. Kawaii Holiday Decorations

7. Sweet Christmas Cookies

 

6. DIY Christmas Ornaments

5. Hello Kitty Gingerbread Carousels

 

4. Hello Kitty Ornaments

3. Kawaii Holiday Cookies

2. Christmas Tree Cheer

1. Thanking our lucky stars for a great start to Christmas!

NEW ARRIVAL: Lunch Time Molding Doh Set

We've always been a fan of CoolRiceBunnies, so you know here awesome videos and our Lunch Time Molding Doh set would be a match made in YouTube heaven. Take a look at how fun it is to play around with our newest DIY kit! 

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: Popin’ Cookin’ DIY Ramen and Dumpling Kit

Sure, Cool Pencil Case has its share of under $10 pencil cases and gifts for the planner obsessed friend. Today, we're sharing a fun tutorial FlyingMio created a week ago for our DIY Ramen and Dumpling Kit! We had so much fun watching her create this kit and seeing her personal, creative touches and thought it would be great to share as another holiday gift suggestion for the creative person on your list! Peep the video below and let us know what you think. Will you be getting one of these DIY kits for yourself as well?

Donut Crazy

We admit it. We're going donut crazy here at Cool Pencil Case. Lately, we've been making some stops at California Donut, where we have to choose between flavors like "Bantella" and Cookies and Cream. Don't believe us? Check out our recent Instagram post below!

A photo posted by Cool Pencil Case (@coolpencilcase) on Sep 3, 2015 at 9:19am PDT

As you may or may not, we've got a slew of donut-themed items at CoolPencilCase.com , including Donut Erasers, the Popin' Cooking DIY Candy Donut Kit,  and even a Donut Scented Eraser Set! You could imagine our excitement when we came across these DIY Donut Pumpkins via one of our favorite blogs, Studio DIY. Check out these beauties below and check this simple tutorial to decorate your workspace in a sweet, Fall mood!

DIY Donut Pumpkins by Studio DIY

Cool Pencil Case Approved Valentine's Day Projects!

2015 is definitely flying by! It's hard to believe we are already in February, and Valentine's Day is just around the corner. To get ready for the holiday full of love, hearts, pink, red, and candy, enjoy these handpicked Valentine's Day projects from Cool Pencil Case on Pinterest! Click on each image to see what else we're pinning on our Valentine's Day board!

Valentine's Day S'mores, anyone?

Hearts made of pretty paper make the perfect envelope for love letters.

The perfect Valentine's Day Party decoration

Valentine's Day cupcakes your friends and family will love

Free Printable Valentine's Day Tags

Easy and inexpensive Valentine's Day wreath

Washi Wednesday: Easter Egg Holders

With Easter just days away, here's a fun and easy tutorial for Easter Egg Holders! Most of us at Cool Pencil Case (ones who are full of creative juice, at least), LOVE decorating Easter eggs. These egg holders are a cute and functional way to keep your egg from rolling off the table. We pinned this cool DIY from Cool Pencil Case's very own Pinterest page. Make sure to give us a follow for more Springtime inspiration, and of course, shop our awesome Washi Tape selection at CoolPencilCase.com!

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First, download the free template here, and print at 100%!

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Apply your washi tape of choice over the first shape. Cut extra washi tape over the template borders, as well as the slits on both sides.

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Form each band into a circle and fit the slots into each other!

Washi Wednesday: DIY Project - Washi Tape a Vase!

If you follow our Pinterest, you can see that our boards are filled with amazing things that can inspire you to get creative and even start some fun do-it-yourself projects! Inspired by some awesome pictures, we've gathered a couple of images from our own "Washi Tape Ideas" board for today's DIY Project: Washi Tape a Vase!

Add some fun and color to an ordinary vase with some washi tape! Simply tape it around the vase or cut fun shapes for a cool design! Washi tape a clear or a white vase and see how the transparent color will really add that pop!

We think the Colorful Polka Dots and the Heart Lollipops Washi Tape will definitely add some whimsy and a soft touch to simple vases! Try them out and show us on Instagram by tagging your picture #CoolPencilCase!

Washi Wednesday: Spring with Cool Pencil Case Edition

Well, if you've been following Cool Pencil Case for the past week, you're probably just as excited as we are that washi tape has finally hit the store! Right now, we're celebrating all things Spring, and we decided to mix both themes today for this month's first Washi Wednesday! 

Every Wednesday for the month of April, we'll be giving you some awesome Washi Tape inspo straight from Pinterest and from the Cool Pencil Case studio? Excited yet? Get on the train!

Today we're sharing a fun Washi Tape Easter Basket tutorial we found via Pinterest. Check out the simple instructions below, and don't forget your batch of Washi Tape from Cool Pencil Case. May we suggest the Colorful Polka Dots?

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"Step 1: Cut your plastic bottle the size you want it. Of course you can GO Big and use a 2 liter container and make a darling centerpiece, but I went small, and each guest at our Easter table will have one at their place setting."

"Step 2: Making your handle. This is a little tricky and requires two people. I measured out the size handle I wanted and doubled the size so I had two of the same size pieces of washi tape. Then I put stuck them together to make the handle."

"Step 3: Start your washi tape pattern around your basket piece."

Once you are done – decorate with some Easter grass and a few chocolates or jelly beans.

Check out CoolPencilCase.com for new washi tape arrivals!