Sumikko Gurashi New Arrivals Takeover

Sumikko Gurashi has been taking over our New Arrivals section and we're totally cool with it! Deck out in Sumikko Gurashi school supplies this season and show your friends just how irresistible these corner things are!

Sumikko Gurashi 3-Color Erasable Pilot FriXion Pen $12.25

Two of our favorite things have gotten together and created this awesome combination, here we present the Sumikko Gurashi 3-Color Erasable Pilot Frixion Pen. That's right, Pilot FriXion has joined these adorable creatures to create the ultimate kawaii, everyday writing tool. This pen includes three different colors and an eraser for those unwanted mistakes, did we mention there was even a soft grip for those long essays...what more can you ask?

Sumikko Gurashi Sweet Treat Rulers $3.45

Measure with accuracy using these Sumikko Gurashi Sweet Treat Rulers! If you're one to switch pencil cases throughout the year, the fold-up feature will make it easy to store in a pencil case of any size. In addition to measurements, this sweet treat also includes stencils for basic shapes as well as a wavy edge for arts and crafts!

Sumikko Gurashi Soda Pop Pencil Toppers $5.15

Designed in unique cartons and containers, you'll fall in love with the flavored drinks in this Sumikko Gurashi Soda Pop Pencil Toppers collection. Protect the tips of your sharpened pencils as well as your pencil case from unwanted marks with these essential toppers. Each set includes three pencil toppers, so you'll definitely always be ready for that pop quiz!

Want to see what else has landed on our New Arrivals page? Click here to find out!

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!

Free Back-to-School Gift with Your $50 or More Purchase!

Summer vacation is almost coming to an end (don't worry, you still have some time left) and you know what that means...school is just around the corner! We know how excited you are to see old friends and make new ones. And of course, we know you're excited to go back-to-school shopping! You already know that Cool Pencil Case is stocked with everything you need but to make your shopping experience even better, we wanted to add something special to your purchase...

To celebrate the back-to-school season, we're including:

- 2 surprise items in your $50 or More Purchase!

- 5 surprise items in your $75 or More Purchase!

   

2 Surprise Gifts with $50 or More Purchase
5 Surprise Gifts with $75 or More Purchase

These surprises come from awesome selection of goodies including: 1 - Sea World Eraser, 2 - Nail Art Pen, 3 - Sumikko Gurashi Sushi Plush Toy, 4 - Kitty Stickers, and 5 - Ceramic Pen.

Featured in the first set of surprises are the awesome Ceramic Pens...Get in touch with your creative side by personalizing mugs, plates, and even vases with your unique designs. Just like how you would use on paper, you can use these Ceramic Pens to make your plateware truly your own!

One of the surprises also include these Nail Art Pens! These Nail Art pens allow you to be the artist by creating your own patterns and designs. Show off your personality by adding a touch of flair. Your manicure is sure to be perfect for the first day of school.

...It gets even better...

When you spend $100 or More Purchase, you will receive one of the following surprises below: Sumikko Gurashi Lanyard (item #1) and/or a Candy Kit (item #2).

1 Surprise Gift with $100 or More Purchase

Surprise gifts are only available while supplies last and no code is needed to enter. To qualify for free gift(s), your order must total $50 before taxes and shipping. Offer ends August 31st. Happy back-to-school shopping!

#CPCCrush: Jessica of @LuxeandtheLady

We spend tons of time on Instagram every day, and believe us, we can get stuck in the deep, dark scroll of the explore page. But what exactly makes you stop on a post and search through more photos on the same profile? Around Christmas time, we discovered a couple of amazing layflat images from Jessica of @LuxeandtheLady. From makeup to candy, each perfectly laid out image featured a couple of items that told a story that had us hopping from photo to photo.

A photo posted by Jessica 🍬✨ (@luxeandthelady) on Feb 22, 2016 at 7:25pm PST

(Included above: Jessica features the Sumikko Gurashi Peek-A-Boo Notes amongst her handmade Sumikko Gurashi cupcakes!)

If you know us at Cool Pencil Case, we're obsessed with our product shots. Last week, we even gave a quick tutorial on Snapchat showing how we shoot our products! (Are you following us, by the way? Add us: CoolPencilCase).

We decided to reach out to Jessica and ask the burning question, "How do you make the perfect layflat?" Cool Pencil Case's proclaimed layflat queen answers a couple of questions and more, and even features her favorite Cool Pencil Case products in a few shots! Boy, are we lucky to have our first #CPCCrush as awesome as she is!

1. How did you get started creating lay flats on instagram?

I started doing flatlays on Instagram when I was looking for unique ways to display my box subscription products without actually showing the items inside of the boxes because that's what everyone was doing. I guess I was trying to literally "think outside of the box" 😊

2. How do you gain inspiration for your posts? How do you keep creative?

I gain inspiration through Instagram, blogs, magazines, and emails for my posts. There are so many creative accounts and tutorials out there! I love to find a way to adapt one to make the idea suit my style. I find that creativity grows with practice.

A photo posted by Jessica 🍬✨ (@luxeandthelady) on Feb 10, 2016 at 7:29pm PST

(Included above: 5-Pack Macaron Erasers, Good Morning Little Baby Pencil Box, Pocky Slim Scented Pencil 5-Pack)

3. Which Cool Pencil Case items are in your stationery rotation right now?

I'm currently using the Pocky strawberry scented pencils nonstop. They are just too cute, and I love anything Pocky sticks! I'm also using the Good Morning Little Baby Pencil Box to keep my paper cutouts and planner accessories organized. 

4. What three things do you need to get the “perfect” lay flat (props, lighting, etc.)?

My main essentials for a great flatlay are natural lighting, white foamboard, and poster putty. I like to use the putty to hold round objects in place, and sometimes I even use it to change the angle of an object to make the details more visible. 

5. What advice do you have for people who want to produce creative content on social media?

The advice I would give someone who wants to produce creative content for social media is to just go for it! For so long I let fear get in the way, but I've found that practice really does make perfect. The more I stretch my creative muscles the more ideas I come up with, and the better I can make my pictures. Inspiration can come from anywhere if you try looking for it. 

Artist Feature: @Cicibep

We came across @Cicibep a couple of weeks ago on Instagram and were amazed at her fun anime drawings and other illustrations. Lately, she's shown off a couple of her Cool Pencil Case picks, and it turns out she's a huge fan of Sumikko Gurashi! The gals at the office wanted to know a little more about this talent, so we shot over a couple of questions to pick her brain on her design inspiration and art supplies of choice. Oh, and did we mention Cici is still in high school?

Would anyone be interested in sketchbook cover commissions hahahaha Drawing the matsuno crew on my sketchbook cover #osomatsusan

A photo posted by @cicibep on Jan 3, 2016 at 11:41pm PST

Describe yourself! What’s your name, current occupation and choice of artistic expression?
I'm currently a highschool student and my hobbies are of course drawing, jamming to instrumental music and hoarding super cute stationery/art supplies. My artistic style/expression leans toward anime and cartoon. Watching Sailor Moon and Pokemon were what inspired me to start drawing as a small child. I'm still learning how to produce art in which I do in my free time to express my appreciation towards existing characters and my originals.

Sumikko Gurashi things are the best ; v ; Products from @coolpencilcase ! #coolpencilcase

A photo posted by @cicibep on Jan 7, 2016 at 7:53pm PST

(Included Above: Sumikko Gurashi Confetti Sticker Pack and Sumikko Gurashi Delightful Castle Pencil Pouch)

What Cool Pencil Case product is helping you organize your life and/or making your creative space more manageable?
Sumikko Gurashi products from Cool Pencil Case are what I enjoy using the best! I'm currently using the (Sumikko Gurashi) Kurutoga Pencil to sketch my art and also use it for writing (I basically use it for EVERYTHING). I also use many of Sumikko Gurashi's memo note pads and their folders to keep organize and help with my studies. Cool Pencil Case Products never disappoints! I like to collect all the Sumikko Gurashi products that Cool Pencil Case has to offer but there are many more that I love!


Tell us about your creative process! What inspires you? What is your favorite thing to illustrate?
There's nothing really special about my art process; my philosophy is that I would never force myself to draw, because it never turns out great. I would get sudden urges to draw, and that's when I know I should start. I'm usually inspired by anime that I currently like to watch and produce fanart; currently obsessed with Osomatsu-san and Touken Ranbu. I also draw originals where I just look around for random things, like a house plant, and draw something based off of it. My favorite things to illustrate are men because they are like in my comfort zone haha! And small cat doodles of course.

Hey Friends! So @coolpencilcase gave me the opportunity to sponsor me! THEYRE SUPER CUTE! If youre interested in hoarding stationary stuff(like me) theyre like a wonderland of it hahaha I've been buying from them since like primary school uvu Please check them out! #coolpencilcase

A photo posted by @cicibep on Jan 7, 2016 at 6:53pm PST

(Included Above: Japanese Doll Gel Pen Collection)

How often are you drawing/illustrating? What are your favorite supplies to use? 
I only draw when I have time because I'm in my third year of high school I don't have much leisure time to draw what I want. The only time when I'm able to draw is if its a paid commission or weekends (rarely). My art supplies aren't as special either, I always use my trusty kurutoga pencil that I've used for 2-3 years! For coloring I use Holbein and copic markers!

What advice do you have for budding artists?
My advice to budding artists is that you guys should accept and appreciate what you are able to produce! Learn to be able to accept constructive criticism and produce art to please yourself first before you try to please others. Always try to use your own skills to draw your art and not rely on another existing piece of work to copy, copying another piece of art won't get you far! As an artist myself, the only thing that really matters is just have fun and draw to your heart's content.

Do you like @Cicibep's Cool Pencil Case picks? From now until 11/14, enjoy 10% off your $30 purchase at CoolPencilCase.com by entering code CICIBEP10! Channel your inner artist and pick a pencil case that you can fill up with your own art supplies!

Customer Favorites from Cool Pencil Case!

Curious to know what everyone's buying from Cool Pencil Case? Our best reviews are coming straight from our friends on Instagram. By tagging #coolpencilcase, we've been able to see and share some of your wonderful images that keep us even more excited about our school supplies! Here are some of staff favorites from the past week:

@livelifeandcreate featuring our Wooden Stamp Desktop Calendar

@paperpastries sending off five Happy Baby Mega Pencil Casesto her pen pals!

@psychojojo showing off her latest #CPCHaul. Nice Magic SpellNotebook

A busy week with @jenise425 and her Happy Baby Mega Pencil Case!

@lingy13 shows off her Cool Pencil Case haul!

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!

Sumikko Gurashi (Things in the Corner) Coming to CoolPencilCase.com!

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With all of our new arrivals flowing in, we thought we’d give you a sneak-peek as to what new characters will be coming to CoolPencilCase as well! Part of the San-X family that brought you Rilakkuma and even Kutusita Nyanko, we present Summiko Gurashi also known as “Things in the Corner.”

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Coming from corners all around the world, these creatures have all come to hang out in corners together. Summiko Gurashi has a wide range of adorable creatures, from Tonkatsu, a Fried Pork Cutlet (you heard right!), to Shirokuma, a cute Polar Bear. 

We’re just as excited as you are for these special “Things in the Corner” to be at CoolPencilCase.com so make sure to keep checking our website for the newest arrivals!