Custom Pencil Boxes

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom pencil boxes are printed paperboard or rigid boxes that stationery brands, art supply makers, schools and promotional companies use to package pencils, colored pencil sets and art kits. Options include tuck-end and sleeve boxes, flip-top boxes, window boxes and rigid tins-style sets with trays that hold each pencil. Send your pencil count and artwork for pricing.

Trays hold pencils in order
Window and flip-top styles
Kids and art set designs
Names or logos printed

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Packaging pencil sets so every color stays in order

Pencils are long, light and easy to snap at the tip, and colored sets need to stay in order to look good on a shelf. Custom pencil boxes hold each pencil in a tray or slot, made to your exact pencil length and count, so tips stay intact and the color run is visible when the box opens. A fitted box also stacks neatly in a school supply aisle or art store.

Tuck-end and sleeve-and-tray boxes in SBS paperboard are the most common for retail sets. Flip-top boxes open like a lid and show the colors in one row. Window boxes let shoppers see the range without opening the pack. For artist-grade sets and gifts, a rigid box with a two-piece or magnetic lid and a card tray holds pencils in tiers. Kraft board suits eco and school-focused brands that prefer a natural look.

Pencil packaging can be bold and colorful for kids or minimal and refined for artist sets. A custom pencil box for kids works well with bright illustration and room for a name; personalized pencil boxes for classrooms or events can print each name on the lid. For art sets, show the color range on the front and list the pencil count clearly.

Popular uses

Colored pencil sets
Artist and sketching pencil kits
School supply retail
Promotional and branded pencils
Personalized classroom gifts
Hotel, event and conference giveaways

Specifications

Size	Made to your exact inside dimensions (L × W × H)
Materials	Paperboard (SBS), kraft, corrugated (E, B or double wall), rigid chipboard
Printing	Full colour CMYK, Pantone (PMS) spot colours, inside and outside printing
Finishes	Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing, debossing
Add-ons	Window cut-outs, inserts, handles, custom tissue paper and stickers
Proof	Digital proof on your dieline before production

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Options for custom pencil boxes

Box styles

Tuck-end, sleeve-and-tray, flip-top, window and rigid two-piece boxes, each made to your pencil length, diameter and the number in each set.

Trays

Die-cut card trays and grooved inserts keep pencils in order and protect tips. Tiered trays let larger artist sets show every color at once.

Materials

SBS paperboard for bright printing, kraft for a natural school look, and rigid chipboard wrapped in printed paper for gift and artist sets.

Printing

Full-color printing with illustrations, color swatches and pencil counts on the front, plus personalized names or logos for schools, events and promotions.

Finishes

Gloss or matte lamination, spot UV, foil stamping and embossing make art sets and premium stationery stand out on store shelves.

Windows

Die-cut windows show the color range without opening the box, left open or covered with clear film to keep pencils clean on display.

How it works

Ordering custom pencil boxes

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Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Pencil Boxes: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

What kind of box do colored pencils come in?

Colored pencils usually come in paperboard tuck-end, flip-top or sleeve-and-tray boxes with a tray that holds each pencil in order. Larger artist sets often use rigid boxes with tiered trays. Each box is made to your pencil length and count.

Can I get a custom pencil box with a name on it?

Yes. Names can be printed on the lid for classroom gifts, birthdays or events. Variable names across a run can be quoted, or a printed name label can be used for smaller orders. You approve a digital proof before production.

Are custom pencil boxes good for kids' products?

Yes. Paperboard pencil boxes print bright illustrations well and can be sized for school sets. If your product is aimed at children, labeling and safety requirements vary, so check the current rules for your market.

Can pencil boxes have a window?

Yes. A die-cut window shows the colors without opening the box, which helps sets sell on shelves. The window can be an open cut-out or covered with clear film to keep pencils clean while shoppers handle the box.

How do I order pencil boxes wholesale?

Send your pencil dimensions, count per box, style, quantity and artwork through the quote form. A Vorex specialist replies with pricing for pencil boxes wholesale, and design help is available for illustrated or personalized layouts.

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