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Never requiring sharpening, mechanical pencils let you work for hours without interruption, no matter how hard you tend to press down on the page. The ones we’ve chosen here all hold…

Art history . . . is a malleable discipline, but understanding developments in art depends on it—or at the very least is enhanced by it.

Calendar apps are convenient, but no digital tool can truly replace a material planner. It’s helpful to have one physical space where you can write down all your important dates and…

You’ve bought new pencils, now to keep them sharp with a sharpener! While handheld ones are great for convenience, we also recommend purchasing an electric pencil sharpener. Not only are…

Starting a new hobby is exciting, especially when that means buying new gadgets and tools! However, when you are new to sewing, searching for a beginner machine can be a bit…

A leather cover on your notebook makes what is otherwise an everyday object luxurious. And high-quality leather will weather over time to show off just how much you’ve loved it. These…

If you are an art student or an artist on the go, a high-quality pencil case will keep your favorite drawing and writing implements safe and ready to take from home to school or from the…

A high-quality sketch pad is a must-have for students, whether for experiments with new techniques or materials, quick studies, or freewheeling ideas. Compared to drawing pads, which are mea

One satisfying way to get ahead of staying on task during the school year: Reorganize your supplies and workspace at home with the help of a label maker. These devices make it easy to…

Composition notebooks, which are typically lined, are a traditional tool for note-taking, personal writing, and using for dedicated projects. Hardbound ones are a smart pick, as their…