Cool Pencil Case's Valentine's Day Picks

We're inching closer and closer to the holiday of love and we, at Cool Pencil Case, wanted to share our picks for this Valentine's Day! From stickers to washi tape, see what lovely items we put together below for this round-up.

Stitched Heart Washi Tape $4.25

Easily decorate valentine's day cards with none other than, washi tape! Using our Lace Trim Washi Tape or our Stitched Heart Washi Tape, these designs will not only add that personal touch but a dash of elegance as well!

Lace Trim Washi Tape $4.25

These Heart Puffy Stickers will make you feel all the love this holiday season. With a selection of hearts, silly faces, and cute sayings, these stickers will add just a bit more fun to those letters and greeting cards. Stick them on before you send out your Valentine's Day notes and you'll find these puffy stickers to go a long way!

Heart Puffy Stickers $4.25

School is still in session so Snoopy and Woodstock want to make sure that even on Valentine's Day, that no mistakes are made. Grab a Peanuts Correction Tape for you and your bestie, so unwanted mistakes will easily be forgotten whether or not it's a holiday!

Peanuts Correction Tape $3.85

Loved these items? See the rest of the Valentine's Day collection here, oh and did we mention that everything on this page is under $5? We're not kidding!

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

Cool Pencil Case Fans Tell Us What They're Thankful For!

Thanksgiving is a couple of days away and with turkey we can't wait to eat, family we can't wait to see, and shopping we can't wait to do...in the midst of all the chaos, we couldn't help but ask the question, "What Are You Thankful For?".

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We posed the question on our Instagram and check out all the lovely answers we received by you and your peers! Heart eyes emoji all around, please!

- @myfavoriteivan : I am thankful for my life and my opportunity to help and influence others' lives as well

- @neeilus : For a healthy family!

- @stphsky : Thankful for a roof over my head and my friends and family!

- @sabrinasakay : I'm most thankful for my sister

- @aliateapot : My cat chalk and chocolate!

 - @melhayyy : I'm thankful for the ups and downs in life that teach me resiliency, the selfish people to teach me how to forgive, and my friends and family that teach me how to love

- @j0y_rich : I'm thankful for music!

- @jennifahhjo : i'm thankful for my friends!

Happy Thanksgiving from Hello Kitty!

...& in case you were wondering what we were thankful for, that would be all of our awesome Cool Pencil Case fans, of course! We thank each and every one of you for all your continuing support...we couldn't do it without you! :)

Cute and Spooky Halloween Picks!

With halloween around the corner, the ghosts are coming out to play (and maybe, scare) at Cool Pencil Case! Get ready for this fun holiday with these spooky pencil cases that will surely make your friends want to join in on the halloween spirit as well!

Ghost and Seal Slim Pencil Pouch $9.95 

Don't worry, the ghosts from these Ghost and Seal Slim Pencil Pouches are friendly as can be. Available in complimentary colors such as Aqua and Peach, these slim pencil cases are the perfect fit for all your essential accessories. Use this pencil pouch for writing tools or even make-up, these Ghost and Seal Slim Pencil Pouches are versatile from the classroom to a night out with friends!

Monster and Ghost Pencil Case $12.65

Monsters and ghosts are pairing up to create this Monster and Ghost Pencil Case. More so cute than scary, this duo consists of the "Silver Mischievous Ghost" and "Navy Blue Playful Monster." In addition to storing your pens and pencils, this pencil case also features two mesh flaps inside so you'll have a place to keep your bookmark tabs, erasers, and clips!

Last but not least, we know a few of you have already started decorating so here are a few fun and spooky wallpapers to really get into the Halloween spirit. Decorate your desktop and mobile screens with these cute, kawaii wallpapers featuring our favorite characters!

Happy Halloween from all our favorites!

See what Pusheen Witch is cooking up for us!

Rilakkuma is ready for Halloween!

Also, get yourself some more Halloween treats by getting 20% off your next purchase now! Also, just by leaving a photo in your review, you automatically enter yourself to win a $20 gift code to CoolPencilCase.com!

 

The Perfect Planner for the Student, Mom, and Stationery Addict!

Pastel Yearly Planner $11.85

Think planner perfect! Fit for the student, mom, and stationery addict, we've voted this planner to be the planner that fits all. That's right, we're talking about the Pastel Yearly Planner and all it's amazing features! Read more below and see why we've put this at the top of our list...

This planner has it all. With weekly, monthly, and yearly templates, you'll have no problem scheduling events, trips, and commitments months in advance. Place inspiring quotes in the boxes to get you through the week or clip on tickets you have for the movies tomorrow! Whether it's a grocery list or a reminder for that homecoming game...fill these planner pages to not only get organized but help you check off those to-do lists!

Add stickers and washi tape to your pages! Decorate with Rilakkuma Planner Stickers and have Rilakkuma check off those boxes and point to important reminders. Or create your #ootd with the help of Trendy Girl and her awesome collection of clothes. And how about some washi tape for the borders of the pages? Have fun writing out your day with our range of speech bubble stickers and other planner accessories.

Now you won't have to worry about fitting everything in your wallet. These planners also come with inside cover flaps...the perfect place to hold everyday items like ID's and favorite polaroids to planner essentials like note tabs and sticky notes! With a place for all your mementos and necessities, you won't forget a thing with this everyday organizer.

In a palette of pastels, the Pastel Yearly Planner comes available in Rose Pink, Mint Green, Sky Blue, and Lovely Lavender. Personalize your planner and show us on in the comments below!

Pencils, Pens, and Erasers at Cool Pencil Case!

As you start writing your shopping lists for school supplies, don't forget that Cool Pencil Case sells more than just pencil cases. Stocked with awesome pencils, unique pens, and countless erasers...find what best fits your personality from our wide selection!

Animal Buddies 0.5mm Mechanical Pencils $2.85

Write your essays and notes with the help of a couple of animal friends! These Animal Buddies 0.5mm Mechanical Pencils will be your go-to for homework assignments or maybe even free-time doodling. Don't be fooled...though these pencils have the design of a wooden pencil, these are actually mechanical pencils that use 0.5mm pencil lead. Choose between the panda, pig, elephant, and chick in this collection and compliment your pencils with the Happy Zoo Sticky Notepads!

Milk Carton Erasers $2.25

Get your dose of Vitamin D with these Milk Carton Erasers. With it's cute milk carton design and fun details, these erasers are not only unique but will also get the job done by making those mistakes disappear! In five delicious options including Green Apple and Strawberry Milk, which flavor will you be choosing?

Playful Ears Ballpoint Pen Duo $3.25

This Playful Ears Ballpoint Pen Duo will come in handy before those big exam days. By pressing down on these playful ears, you'll find either a red or black ballpoint pen ready to write with. Use the red or black ink when proofreading your work or writing important notes. It's true, good things always come in pairs!

Check more of our awesome pencils, pens, and erasers over at Cool Pencil Case!

Character Spotlight: Sumikko Gurashi

Summiko Gurashi at CoolPencilCase.com

Coming from the San-X family that brought you our all-time favorites like Sentimental Circus and Mamegoma, we're putting the spotlight on Sumikko Gurashi, also known as "Things in the Corner." Coming from corners from all around the world, these cute creatures have joined to hang out in corners together! There are a wide range of adorable characters that fill up Sumikko Gurashi, from Tonkatsu, a fried Pork Cutlet, to Shirokuma, a Polar Bear...you'll find each character as irresistible as the next!

Sail Away Sumikko Gurashi Eraser $4.25

Sail away with Sumikko Gurashi as the captains of this ship! In Sea Blue Water or Sea Shell White, choose between these two Sail Away Sumikko Gurashi Erasers to help you get the job done by erasing any mistakes away. With Sumikko Gurashi in sailor outfits, you won't help but smile at all the cuteness on board!

Sumikko Gurashi Luxe Pencil Case $18.85

Make a statement in the classroom with these Sumikko Gurashi Luxe Pencil Cases. With a capacity of up to 38 pens and pencils, not only is this pencil case stylish but incredibly spacious as well. This pencil designed beautifully with a satin protected by a vinyl filled with different snapshots of Sumikko Gurashi just having fun and hanging out.

Sumikko Gurashi Tokage Stickers $3.25

Decorate your school supplies in kawaii style with these Sumikko Gurashi Tokage Stickers! Each sticker includes one sheet filled with all your favorite corner friends including Tokage, their dinosaur friend! Stick them on your binders, notebooks, and planners and show your friends who Sumikko Gurashi is!

Don't worry, there's much more Sumikko Gurashi waiting for you at CoolPencilCase.com!

#CPCPlannerGirl Profile: @livebeautifullyandlove

We've met quite a few amazing individuals through Instagram who share the same love for washi tape, planners, bookmark tabs, and a good FriXion pen! Today, we're introducing Val of @livebeautifullyandlove. We just wrapped up a giveaway with her yesterday, giving one lucky follower a $20 gift code to CoolPencilCase.com. That's all the more reason you should be following @coolpencilcase to keep up to date with new promotions and giveaways!

A few of my favorite goodies from @coolpencilcase! Thank you so much for everything, I love it all! If you guys like adorable stamps, planners, and unique pencil cases (obviously 😉), then stay tuned for a giveaway on Monday to their site! 😁🎉

A photo posted by Val (@livebeautifullyandlove) on Sep 11, 2015 at 6:00am PDT

Shop her faves: Java Coffee Cup Stamp Collection, The 365+ Planner, DecorativeTape Collection

Read more on how Val stumbled upon the planner community and how it's helped her to keep more organized!

1. Describe your love of stationery to us.

Pretty paper just makes me happy! I love a crisp, clean new sheet, and the potential to create something beautiful on it!

2. What do you love best about your favorite Filofax/planner and why?

I used to have a spiral-bound planner. In the spring, I purchased my first ring-bound planner binder, and I'll never look back! My favorite thing about my ring bound planners is the fact that the rings make them so customizable! I change my mind a lot about what I want in my planner, so that feature is like gold to me!

3. Tell us about your favorite and most used Filofax/planner accessory?

Hands-down, my favorite and most used planner accessories are my tassels from Vanessa of Hautepinkfluff on Etsy (and Instagram)! They're so cute and fun, and the fact that they come in a variety of sizes and colors means that there's something for everyone, and every planner!

4. When did you start using your Filofax/planner and how did it change the
way you prepared for the day/week/month?

I've pretty much always use the planner. My school gave us one at the beginning of each year, and when I started working I just bought a small, very simple planner just to keep my work schedule straight. I really only started getting serious and having fun with my planner at the beginning of 2015. I discovered this whole planner community, and I love it! I'm much more organized now. I have everything in my planner--my schedule, meal planning, house cleaning routine, workout routine, to-do list, budget... the list goes on! It keeps me on task (except when I decide to make a new dashboard instead of going for a run), and has become one of my favorite hobbies!

5. How do you organize all of your stationery and supplies?

I posted a video of my supplies organization on my YouTube channel (Val Nach) a couple of months ago. Basically, I just use a raskog cart from IKEA to hold my stickers, small boxes of miscellaneous pieces, paper trimmer, washi tape (that I display in apothecary jars), etc. I also have several decorative stackable boxes that house my scrapbook paper pads, laminator, and other odds and ends.

Celebrate Spring with 10% off Your $30 or More Purchase!

Cool Pencil Case is stationed on the sunny West Coast, so it's hard for use to really feel the transition from Winter to Spring. A daily 70+ degree forecast is old news for us, but please believe we are more than excited for the slew of new arrivals that just hit CoolPencilCase.com! If you haven't been following us on Instagram lately, you're missing on the beautiful images of planners that our friends have been posting! Won't you give @coolpencilcase a follow?

To celebrate the start of Spring, enjoy 10% off your $30 or More Purchase at CoolPencilCase.com! Just enter code "SPRINGWITHCPC" at checkout! Offer ends on March 31!

 

Cool Pencil Cases Under $5!

Well, besides the scorching hot temperatures we're experiencing here on the West Coast, we're sad to realize that Summer is pretty much out the door. Gone are the days spent entirely at the beach; the days when your only meal for lunch was a snow cane and mom was totally happy about it.

Now, we're all about starting the school year off right with some great study habits and an even greater arsenal of cool pencil cases and other school supplies. That's why we've rounded up the top pencil cases priced under $5! Now that's a steal!

Beni Bear Tin Pencil Case $2.25

Penguin's Life Slim Clear Pencil Pouch ($3.85)

Milk Chocolate Bar Pencil Box ($4.25)

True Love Slim Pencil Cases ($4.50)

Which Cool Pencil Case is on your list?

Follow us on Facebook and on Instagram at @coolpencilcase, #coolpencilcase!

Giveaway with YouTube Star TheBeautyFashionBabe

Hey everyone! We hope you all have been enjoying the your back-to-school time. We're sure you have all missed your friends and are beyond excited to start your new classes with fun, new school supplies from Cool Pencil Case!

This week, we've teamed up with YouTuber TheBeautyFashionBabe. With her entering the freshman year of high school, she has created a fun little review of the best new arrivals from CoolPencilCase.com. What are your favorites from her haul? The Lunchtime Favorites Pencil Pouch? The Pretzel Sticks Pencil Pouch? Sound off in the comments below!

Skip to 7:30 to see her review!


For the past couple of weeks, we've been all about the giveaways. It's never too late to walk into the classroom with a brand new pencil case! Watch the end of the video above to see how you can win a pencil case of your own from CoolPencilCase.com! Good luck everyone!

Cool Pencil Case Instagram Love!

Today, we'll be sharing some of our favorite Instagram shots from customers and new Cool Pencil Case reviewers! Make sure to show the Cool Pencil Case family some love by giving them a couple of likes and a follow on Instagram!

@filoeyecandi features the Playful Ears Ballpoint Pen Duo

@CreateWithBeth features the Peas in a Pod Plush Pencil Pouch!

@filocuteness shows off her Brown Bear Butterfly Pencil Pouch

@sheseclectic features the Peas in a Pod Plush Pencil Case
 and Rilakkuma Bubble and Double Stamp Pen

@Emeraldz4 shows off her Timeless Memories Pencil Case
and Notebook Jacket

New Arrivals: Luxe Pencil Cases featuring Sentimental Circus, Sumikko Gurashi, and Rilakkuma!

Rilakkuma Luxe Pencil Case $18.85

A luxurious set of pencil cases has recently arrived at CoolPencilCase.com, and we, at the office, just can’t get enough of them! This Luxe Pencil Case series features all of our favorite characters from the cast of Sentimental Circus to Rilakkuma to even Sumikko Gurashi. Take a look below and you’ll quickly see what everyone’s talking about!

Sentimental Circus Luxe Pencil Case $18.85

There’s a reason why these pencil cases are called luxurious…actually, more than one. Each pencil case features a beautiful satin material encased in a clear vinyl. The satin is also designed with a character theme whether it’s Rilakkuma in Paris or pictures of Sumikko Gurashi’s best moments. With a touch of gold details and a maximum capacity of 35-38 pens and pencils, these pencil cases aren’t only hard to take your eyes off of but extremely spacious…perfect for all your writing tool essentials!

Sumikko Gurashi Luxe Pencil Case $18.85

Want to show off your Luxe Pencil Case? Tag your picture, #CoolPencilCase and @CoolPencilCase, so we can share it for other CoolPencilCase fans to see!

Spotlight: Heart Themed Washi Tapes

Valentine’s Day was months ago but that doesn’t mean the love has stopped spreading at CoolPencilCase.com. We have a wide variety of Washi Tape available but for this post, we specifically want to put the spotlight on our Heart Themed Washi Tapes. Why? Well, do we have to have a reason? Hearts just make people happy!

Heart Doodles Washi Tape $4.25

The Heart Doodles Washi Tape are definitely reminiscent of daydreaming of a crush when you’re supposed to be listening in class. Remember doodling hearts in the margins of your notebook? Well, find them on this washi tape instead. Tape them on a note to your pen pal to show your admiration or a love letter to a significant other!

Heart Lollipops Washi Tape $4.25

These Heart Lollipops Washi Tape features heart lollipops in a soft, cream pink color, Cute and whimsical, add this washi tape to your study planners or calendar events for a fun and colorful touch. The Stitched Heart Washi Tape is perfect for all the sewing and crafty gurus. Designed in a bright red color, use this tape to add a bold, loving touch to scrapbook pages, DIY projects, and more!

Stitched Heart Washi Tape $4.25