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Getting your ducks in a row always feels good. Finding cute office supplies and desk organizers to express your style and personality feels even better – and a lot more fun! Read on for my recommendations!
Never Too Old for Back To School — Or For Cute Office Supplies And Desk Organizers
Though I loved summer vacations as a kid, I also looked forward to going back to school at summer’s end. Why?
Because “back to school” meant going shopping for new school supplies. Oh sure, I also got to shop for new clothes and shoes. That was fun too.
But buying new jeans and tennis shoes was never quite as thrilling as buying untouched reams of paper, pristine boxes of colored pencils, and shiny plastic cases to store them in. Oh, and a nifty new Trapper Keeper with a groovy picture on the cover? Swoon!
All these years later, a trip to the stationary store still makes my heart beat a little faster. At this time of year, I’m especially on the hunt for cute new office supplies and organizers. You’re never too old for back to school, right?
And with all the options available now – truly something for every taste, personality, and style – organizing your workspace has never been more fun!
Cute Office Supplies And Organizers – Fabulous Folders!
Back in the day, you could get folders in any color you wanted – as long as they were beige.
Oh, how things have changed!
My inspiration for reorganizing my desk started a set of bespoke William Morris inspired folders, who famously said, ““Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.”
These folders absolutely fit the bill. Not only do they help me keep my papers organized, but the floral patterns are lovely, and the palette of sage, terra cotta, taupe, and dusty blue just makes my heart happy. (As you’ll see below, the fact that I was able to find all kinds of other cute office supplies in complementary colors was icing on a very elegant cake.)
But don’t worry if William Morris and dusty blue aren’t your thing. You won’t have to look very hard to find fun, good-looking folders that will dress up your desk and make you smile.
How about these bright and bold, modern folders with polka dots, chevrons, and geometric designs?
Or perhaps this elegant collection of florals and solids in pink, peach, and charcoal?
If you’d like something a little more zen, this stylish palette of cream, black, tan, and sage with leaf and feather patterns might be just the thing.
Bottom line – there are almost countless colors and patterns of file folders available. And if you’re looking to upgrade and coordinate your workspace with some cute office supplies and organizers, buying folders is a good place to start.
But bespoke file folders are just the beginning!
Sticky Notes in Every Size, Color, and Theme
If I were making a list of the most useful inventions of the last hundred years, sticky notes would definitely make the list. I use them all the time – in my writing life and my personal life.
This collection of sixteen sticky notepads in colors that match my folders was a great find at a great price! The vintage shades are perfect for me. But you can also find peaceful pastel and cheery neon rainbow collections.
Another great find was this handy booklet of sticky notes in assorted sizes and shapes.
The littlest stickies are great for marking spots in books or papers that I want to find easily later. The larger, tabbed versions – lined, unlined, and dotted – let me jot down my own notes on what I’ve been reading. They’re very handy for all kinds of research or study.
As above, they come in a variety of color palettes and adorable collections for dog lovers, cat lovers, and teachers. Talk about a cute way to stay organized!
Write On with Cute Office Supplies!
No matter who you are or what you do, a good supply of quality writing utensils is a must.
If those must-have pens and pencils feel good in your hand and come in lots of pretty colors (and maybe even match your folders!), so much the better.
I’ve fallen in love with these beautiful Linbsunne ballpoint pens. And not just because the colors match my folders. The black ink flows easily and dries quickly, so I get a nice, even line that doesn’t smear. Also, a soft grip pad near the bottom of the pen feels good in my hand and makes writing more comfortable. They come with gold or silver accents.
I’m also very happy with these colored mechanical pencils from Pilot.
Time-blocking and color-coding activities in my calendar are one of the ways I keep myself organized. But no matter how carefully I plan, plans do change. Being able to easily erase the calendar entries is a plus, and these mechanical pencils make it easy.
Speaking of calendars…
Wall Calendars and Organizers
Though I really depend on my desk planner and use it every day, a good dry-erase wall calendar is also very helpful.
A quick glance reminds me of important events that are coming up and keeps me from double-booking myself. And since it’s not dated, it’s something that will last for years.
Last year, I also got myself a set of cork and dry-erase boards that I just love. That particular set doesn’t seem to be available now, but here’s a link to something similar.
The corkboards are a great spot to pin keepsakes, reminders, or articles I want to hold onto. Sometimes, I use it to pin up index cards with chapter ideas and character sketches for my books. I use the dry-erase tile to keep track of to-dos and projects.
A good-looking desktop organizer helps keep your workspace tidy and the things you need close at hand. I bought mine from Ballard Design many years ago, and I still love it, but unfortunately, it isn’t available anymore.
This white desktop organizer has a somewhat similar configuration, plus a handy drawer.
I also like this stylish mesh version that comes in several colors, including white and rose gold. Tres chic!
