Pencils

PENCILS

Let your creativity flourish with high-quality pencils from Paper Source! We boast an extensive selection of decorative wooden pencils for writing and notetaking. Unleash your artistic side with the best art pencils for designing, illustrating and coloring such as colored pencils, drawing pencils, water-soluble pencils, beautiful pastels and bold crayons. We also carry themed pencil sets and matching pencil tins. With so many options, you’ll have a hard time picking just one!

Unique Pencils for Artwork & Every Day

Express your personal style with unique and decorative pencils from Paper Source! Add a National Park or Sea Life Pencil set to your workspace or take notes using our floral pencils. Draw your next work of art with Paper Source’s various color pencil pack options. We have the perfect tools for artists – first for drawing and sketching and then adding color to your artwork. In addition to our art pencils, we have a huge selection of colorful crayons! Why stop there? Don’t forget to shop writing accessories such as erasers, pencil sharpeners and pencil cases and pouches at Paper Source!

FAQ About Pencils

How long is a pencil?

A standard pencil measures 19 cm or 7.5 inches long.

What are number 1 pencils?

With pencils, the lower the number the softer the lead. #1 Pencils write the smoothest while #4 pencils are the hardest.

What is an F grade pencil?

The F in F grade pencil stands for ‘fine.’

Did pencils ever use real lead?

No, never! Lead in pencils is a combination of clay and graphite.

Why do pencils have erasers?

Wolfgang Riebe is quoted to having said ‘No one is perfect. That’s why pencils have erasers.’ For life’s happy little accidents, there is an eraser to help you start over!

Feeling crafty? Head over to our Paper Source blog for some inspiration to add creativity to your pencils!

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