If you’re looking for unique Etsy gifts, any of these would suit. In addition to pencils, they specialize in gorgeous recycled deckled edge newspaper stationery and notebooks, all hand made in small batches. “committed to achiev its goal of restoring the livelihood of the local artisans who are involved in the art of paper-making, bookbinding and block printing, providing them with financial, technical and design support to develop contemporary artifacts, and help them find new markets locally”. PARWANA started by taking over a failing paper-making outfit in Pakistan. They come in a handmade sleeve (made from recycled cardstock and plant remnants) with specs of silk fiber thread, though you can also opt to receive yours sans packaging.Īs for shipping, you’ll receive your order in ECO clear compostable bags. “No trees are harmed in the making” of the recycled newspaper pencils by PARWANA.Īvailable in 10 different colors and HB2 standard graphite, these pencils are as unique as they are functional.
See the end of the article for our scribblings on how we chose these stuPENdous brands. Or if pens are a little too permanent for you, opt for pencils from Sprout-which you can actually plant when you’re done.īefore the ink runs dry, let’s get to the list. That’s why we turn to eBay for vintage or secondhand fountain pens (preferably refillable) when packing our sustainable backpack for school or the office.Īnd when you can’t get refillable, the eco friendly pens and pencils from Onyx & Green are consciously made from natural and recycled materials. Often they’re made of plastic (and often lost to who knows where), so there’s room for improvement in making our favorite writing apparatus more planet-friendly. We just get to an age where they become eco friendly office supplies instead!īut out of all the stationery to choose from, there’s only one essential piece that’s mightier than the sword.īut not every pen is made equal. Are we ever too old for eco friendly school supplies?