Drawing & Colored Pencils

Whether shopping for back to school supplies or expanding the organizational tools and capabilities for professionals in the workplace, colored pencils are a great addition to any supplies closet. Explore your artistic side, color code important files or keep track of events on a calendar with these tools. Learn more about colored pencils and the many options found at Staples.

What Are Coloring Pencils Used For?

Colored pencils are typically used for arts and crafts but can also be used for organizing materials, note-taking, educational environments, coloring in a coloring book or simply adding flair to everyday documents. Artists and educators use them to express creative ideas and engage audiences at many levels.

Whatever your individual needs may be, colored pencils are useful for many tasks from drawing on a sketch pad and writing in a journal to preparing for the next year with a calendar.

What Pack Sizes Are Colored Pencils Available In?

Due to varying needs, colored pencils can be found in various pack sizes. They will ultimately be dependent on the type of pencil chosen, but standard options range from a pack of 12 all the way to packs containing up to 462 colored pencils. This gives you the best opportunity to determine which style of pencil you would like and also have various options available for larger groups.

Are There Different Types of Coloring Pencils?

Yes, there are different types of colored pencils that can be found and used for different situations. Staples offers drawing pencils, watercolor pencils and kids and professional coloring pencils. While they can each be used for similar purposes, each will provide the user with a different feel and style of art that is unique to the individual.

Other factors to consider beyond the obvious assortment of hues when choosing a colored pencil set include the lead hardness, whether the color pencil is erasable and the diameter size of the lead. Those are typically factors that can help individuals who are looking for a specific form of art style.

What Other Art Supplies Are Used with Color Pencils?

While colored pencils are great for many uses beyond arts and crafts, they are just one of many tools available that should be incorporated into your arts and supply cabinet. Expand your artistic horizons with accessories to go along with your color pencils.

For example, pencil sharpeners keep your pencils ready for the next project and offer a quick fix for a broken tip. Erasers should often be kept close by to reverse any mistakes. Pencil cases allow for easy and clean transportation of colored pencils to and from the office or classroom.