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Set of 6 gel pens gelly roll stardust galaxy

Gelly Roll

$14.99

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In the 1980s, Sakura surprised the pen industry with the invention of the first gel-based ink, creating the first and original gel pen. Gelly Roll pens glide smoother than ballpoint pens and don’t bleed or blot through thin paper. Boasting bright paint-like ink, these pens offer extremely comfortable writing and consistent ink flow to the very last drop.

Gelly Roll Stardust Pens capture the sparkle and glitter of stars to create unique effects in your art or handwriting. For the best results, use Stardust gel ink on light-coloured or matte paper surfaces. Perfect for notes, memos and letters, invitations, gift tags and greeting cards, scrapbooking and illustrations!

This set includes 6 Gelly Roll Stardust Pens in assorted Galaxy colours (Rose, Sky, Lime, Purple, Gold, Red) and two nib sizes: 0.5 mm (bold line) and 1.0 mm (ball)

Classic Notebook - Ruled, Soft Cover - BLACK CENTIMETER - 9 X 14

Moleskine

$23.99

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Moleskine believes that taking notes by hand is the best way to generate ideas, and that creativity blossoms with every stroke. The Classic Notebook is the perfect space to put pen to paper. An elegant, well-designed tool that is perfect for writing, recording your thoughts and passing notes, making it highly sought after by creative professionals and writers alike.

On the outside, Moleskine’s Classic Notebook features rounded corners and an elastic closure, and on the inside, you’ll find a bookmark ribbon, ivory-coloured paper and an expandable pocket designed to hold loose notes, tickets, mementoes, etc. A great writing companion.

Specifications:

Soft cover
Rounded corners, elastic closure and matching ribbon bookmark
ivory-coloured, 70 g/m², acid-free ruled paper
'In case of loss' printed on the flyleaf
expandable inner pocket at the back
lies flat, opens at 180°
history of Moleskine inside
FSC®-certified

Mechanical Pencil 760 - 0.5mm

Staedtler Mars

$12.99

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This model has an ergonomic triangular shape and non-slip grip. The 760 also has a push-button at the tip to advance the lead and a metal retractable lead sleeve to protect the lead. This pencil comes with B leads and a refillable twist eraser that is PVC and latex-free.

Staedtler 760 is a refillable mechanical pencil for writing. Available in 3 line widths: 0.5 mm, 0.7 mm and 1.3 mm.

Sharperner Double-Hole

Staedtler Mars

$7.99

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A two-hole sharpener for standard (8.2 mm), jumbo (10.2 mm) and super jumbo (11.2 mm) graphite pencils. A screw-on lid prevents shavings from spilling out.

60-Pack Artisto Professional Coloured Pencils

$49.99

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A quality DeSerres set any colouring enthusiast will love. Artisto Coloured Pencils have a soft, hard-to-break lead measuring 3 mm. Their high-quality pigments offer rich colour saturation and good water and light resistance. Their ergonomic triangular barrel allows for comfort while colouring. Perfect for a smooth colouring experience, these coloured pencils provide excellent adherence and covering power on paper and cardboard.

This pack includes 60 coloured pencils in a variety of rich, vibrant and pigmented colours. Made from FSC-certified wood.

Staplebound Notebook - Dotted - BLACK - 210 X 297 MILLIMETERS

Rhodia

$7.99

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A classic notebook with no fuss to take any attention away from your words. This simple staplebound design features 48 pages of dot grid, 80 g non-micro-perforated superfine white vellum paper. A coated waterproof and flexible cover completes the minimalistic look. A great writing companion.

Watercolor pad - portrait - 200gsm - 9x12in (40s)

Fedrigoni Spa

$16.99

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Made exclusively for DeSerres by Fabriano, this portrait sized pad features a sturdy glued binding and its pages are made from 200 to 300 g/m2 paper that is perfectly formulated of a 25% mix of cotton and cellulose wood, for the optimal absorption capacity needed by the medium. An excellent value that reflects a quality partnership of which we are very proud. Our pads are FSC-certified and made with paper from sustainable forests that respect the natural environment and the people living there.

Graphite Pencils - 3B

Fc-Art

$0.99

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Graphite pencil ideal for drawing & sketching, technical drawing and more.

The DeSerre Graphite Pencil series offers you a selection of 12 grades, from 6H to 9B, at an affordable price for beginners and students.

Stapled Rhodia Notebook-Graph - ORANGE - 148 X 210 MILLIMETERS

Rhodia

$6.99

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These side-stapled notebooks feature waterproof cardstock covers. Their ultra-slim format fits perfectly in pockets and bags for writing on-the-go.

Features:

48 sheets of grid paper (80 g/m2)
Waterproof coated covers
Pale grey lines
Ultra slim

A5 Softcover Notebook

Rhodia

$39.99

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The A5 Softcover Notebook is a great journal for everyday writing. It features a soft leatherette (artificial leather) cover, as well as an elastic-strap closure, an expandable inner pocket and the Rhodia Logo embossed on the front cover. Bleed-proof, the ivory-coloured 90 gsm paper is fountain pen-friendly and offers an exquisite writing experience. The A5 notebook is great for note-taking and fits easily into your bag!

Specifications:

A5 (15 x 21 cm)
80 non-microperforated pages
180° flat opening
ivory brushed vellum paper
1 ribbon bookmark

Classic Notebook - Ruled, Soft Cover - SCARLET RED - 13 X 21 CEN

Moleskine

$29.99

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Specifications:

Soft cover
Rounded corners, elastic closure and matching ribbon bookmark
ivory-coloured, 70 g/m², acid-free ruled paper
'In case of loss' printed on the flyleaf
expandable inner pocket at the back
lies flat, opens at 180°
history of Moleskine inside
FSC®-certified

Set of 10 dual brush pen retro

Tombow

$39.99

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Tombow Dual Brush Pens feature a flexible, nylon brush tip to create medium or bold strokes, and a fine tip to create smooth, straight lines for writing or calligraphy. The water-based ink is blendable, odourless, non-bleeding, acid-free and non-toxic. A precision instrument that’s perfect for fine art techniques.

Includes 10 colours: 062 Pale Yellow, 933 Orange, 817 Mauve, 873 Coral, 845 Carmine, 665 Purple, 555 Ultramarine, 403 Bright Blue, 373 Sea Blue, 126 Light Olive.

Set of 18 Markers Twin Tips

Staedtler Mars

$19.99

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Staedtler Marsgraphic Watercolours Markers feature a foam brush tip and a fine point fibre tip on the other. Acid-free, odourless and xylene-free, they easily blend with water for creating a variety of effects. Suitable for or detail work, sketching, manga, expressive lettering and illustration.

Includes 18 double-ended markers with 0.5-6 mm tips

8-Colour Washable Watercolour Set

Crayola

$5.99

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Crayola Washable Watercolours offer the best and brightest watercolour painting experience, without the mess! They come in a variety of vibrant colours that blend smoothly for more colour-mixing possibilities. Washability you can trust! Ages 3 and up.

This set includes 8 assorted paint colours and 1 paintbrush.

A5 Softcover Notebook Fuchsia pointille

Rhodia

$39.99

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Specifications:

A5 (15 x 21 cm)
80 non-microperforated pages
180° flat opening
ivory brushed vellum paper
1 ribbon bookmark

Flexible Curve 24"

Staedtler Mars

$19.99

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Each curve has easy to read metric and imperial scales and is instantly adjustable, yet retains its shape without additional support.

Regular matte gel - 8 oz

Golden

$24.99

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Regular Gel

Classic Notebook - Ruled, Soft Cover - SCARLET RED - 19 X 25 CEN

Moleskine

$39.99

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Specifications:

Soft cover
Rounded corners, elastic closure and matching ribbon bookmark
ivory-coloured, 70 g/m², acid-free ruled paper
'In case of loss' printed on the flyleaf
expandable inner pocket at the back
lies flat, opens at 180°
history of Moleskine inside
FSC®-certified

A4 Age Bag Notebook

Clairefontaine

$9.99

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Whether writing your daily thoughts, or jotting down inspiring moments while travelling, Clairefontaine's Age Bag Notebooks will capture your ideas wherever you are. They feature a stylish, grained cover which is designed to replicate the look and feel of leather, as well as vellum paper (90 gsm), which can be written on with most pen types, including fountain pens. An authentic and timeless writing companion.

Specifications:

stitched binding
A4 size (21 x 30 cm)
96 pages
PEFC certified, for sustainable forest management

Medium Gloss - 946ml

Liquitex

$54.99

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All purpose glossy medium designed to enhance the intensity and depth of acrylic colours; increase transparency and gloss; ease flow of paint and add flexibility and adhesion of paint film.
-All purpose Liquitex medium, formulated to be mixed into all Liquitex acrylic paints and mediums
-Translucent when wet, transparent when dry
-Dries to a non-tacky, hard, flexible surface that is resistant to dirt retention
-Will not crack as surface expands and contracts during temperature and humidity changes
-Applicable for any surface (flexible and inflexible), including canvas, paper, wood, Plexiglas, and more.
-Not for use over oil paint.

Application ideas:

As an Extender:
-Mix with Liquitex Soft Body Artist Colours to extend volume and increase transparency, while maintaining paint viscosity.
-Mix with Liquitex Heavy Body Artist Colours to extend volume and increase transparency, while decreasing paint viscosity.

As a Fixative:
-Use as a fixative over artwork (acrylic paint, pastel, graphite, chalk, etc.) to increase gloss or shine. Mix 1 part Gloss Medium & Varnish to 1 part distilled water. Apply with an atomizer or airbush.

As a Binder / Adhesive:
-Powdered pigments or aggregates may be mixed into Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish, however they must be compatible with acrylics. This can be a cost effective way to make student grade soft body gloss paint.
-The archival properties of Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish make it ideal as a glue for collage materiels.

As a Ground:
-Use as a transparent ground for acrylic paint instead of gesso to allow substrate to be seen. To prevent substrate induced discoloration, wash cotton or linen canvas before use.

Gesso White - 237ml

Liquitex

$24.99

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Premium acrylic gesso used to prepare painting surfaces for acrylic and oil paint.

Texture: Fluid
Sheen: Matte
Relative Opacity: Opaque

Non-yellowing
Flexible and non-cracking
Provides the perfect 'tooth' and adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces such as canvas, paper and wood
Excellent base coat primer for many applications, such as canvases, murals, etc.
One coat is usually all that is required.

Application :
Use undiluted or thin up to 25% with water. When thinning more that 25%, use an equal mixture of water and Liquitex Matte Medium to thin gesso. Tint with up to 10% Liquitex Soft Body or Heavy Body Artist Colours.

Set of 8 Dry Erase Markers

Sanford

$19.99

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EXPO Low-Odour Dry-Erase Markers feature vivid ink that’s easy to see from a distance and provides consistent colour quality. These fine tip markers erase cleanly and easily from whiteboards and other non-porous surfaces with a dry cloth or EXPO eraser.

The dry erase marker ink is specially formulated to be low odour making it perfect for use in classrooms, offices and homes. Use your colourful EXPO dry-erase markers to track, schedule and present!

This pack contains 8 fine tip markers in assorted colours: Aqua, Black, Blue, Green, Lime, Pink, Red, Turquoise

Synthetic paintbrush - ml - snap! – round #6

Princeton

$9.99

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Long handled paintbrushes with hog hair bristles, ideal for oil or acrylic paint. Specifications: Round, long handle, hog hair. Care: Oil: Dip the paintbrush in a solvent such as taltine. Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water. Acrylic: Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water. Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span. Never let paintbrushes dry before cleaning. Using a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap prevents bristles from drying and keeps the supple shape of the paintbrush.

Crayola Creativity Smock

Crayola

$9.99

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Art smock with sleeves ideal for protecting clothing from paint stains and other messes. Smock secures with a hook and loop fastener. Wipes clean with water. 3 to 6 years.

1264 Sketch Pad - 11 X 14 INCHES

Fabriano

$14.99

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Fabriano 1264 Sketch Pads feature fine-tooth, acid-free, light cream paper. It erases cleanly, making it ideal for all sketching and drafting techniques. Use with pencil, coloured pencil, pen, charcoal, soft pastel, oil pastel, or other dry media. Suitable for entry-level or classroom use. The paper is made using hydropower and is FSC-certified.

Medium Gel Matte - 473ml

Liquitex

$39.99

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Liquitex gel allows for matte rendering of colours without modifying their viscosity. This medium increases the volume of acrylic paints.
Liquitex gel must be added to acrylic colours and retains brushstrokes. It delays the lapping time and dries more quickly than the liquid medium. It is slightly translucent after drying.

Supports : suitable for all supports.
Uses :
As a binder for making economical paint from powdered pigments.
As canvas preparation.
To extend the mix of colours.
Important information :
Do not dilute by more than 25% with water.
Added to paint at a level in excess of 50%, it can lighten colours.
Do not mix with oil.

Gel pen gelly roll 0.4mm purple

Gelly Roll

$2.99

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The Sakura Gelly Roll® is a pen available in a variety of colors, perfect for writing letters, decorating scrapbook pages, and highlighting stamps and artwork. Purple colour.

Adjustable Drawing Board - 44 x 32 cm

$49.99

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Get creative with this adjustable easel drawing board. Made of varnished FSC-certified beechwood, it's a sturdy surface for your drawing practice. Use it on your studio desk, or to create outdoors!

Size: 44 x 32.5 x 6.5 cm

Empty Wallet For 72 Markers

Copic

$59.99

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Ideal for students and artists, this case holds 72 standard size markers. Perfect for carrying or storing markers, it features a hook and loop closure, a zippered pocket for accessories, a handle, and a detachable shoulder strap.

Color: black

Dimensions: 11.5" x 11.7" x 2.3" (when closed)

*Markers not included.

Glazing satin medium - 8 oz

Golden

$19.99

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Golden brand liquid glazes help create glazes for faux finis on paintings, furniture or walls.

It can be mixed with all types of acrylics, and increases work time by slowing the drying process. Before use, its aspect is of a milky white colour, but becomes transparent as it dries.
Offers a useful and reliable alternative to interior decorators, which often have to use solvent-based paints. Available in glossy, marble or satin finishes in 250-ml (8 oz) and 500-ml (16 oz) sizes.

Drawing Board - 13 x 19 in

$12.99

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Get creative with this MDF drawing board featuring two coloured elastic bands and four elastic corner rubber bindings. A sturdy surface for your drawing practice.

Dimensions: 13 x 19 in

A DeSerres quality product.

Set of 6 Copic Sketch Markers Greys

Copic

$59.99

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Copic Sketch markers boast a twin-tip design: the medium broad nib offers smooth consistent coverage for larger areas, while the finer brush nib allows for easy detail work. What makes them unique is that they are refillable and have replaceable nibs. The vast range of colours can be mixed together, or layered on top of each other. As the markers are alcohol-based they are fast drying and will not smear. Ideal for graphic arts, fine arts, craft and calligraphy.

Includes 6 grey-toned markers

Set of 10 markers pigma micron black fine lines

Pigma

$44.99

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When precision, minute details and preservation count, artists, writers and illustrators know their work is safeguarded with the unparalleled archival quality of Pigma Micron Pens. As the first disposable technical pens using archival pigmented ink, they are often chosen for fine-point technical and artistic applications. Smooth, skip-free writing and crisp ink colours that leave consistent lettering and lines every time.

Ideal for graphic art, scrapbooking, archival recording, pen and ink illustrations, freehand art, rubber stamps, cartooning and fabric projects.

Specifications:

Meet ASTM and ACMI non-toxicity standards
Not suitable for cosmetic use
Not recommended for use on fabrics intended to be washed

This set includes 10 Pigma Micron Pens (black): 0.15 mm, 0.20 mm, 0.25 mm, 0.30 mm, 0.35 mm, 0.45 mm, 0.50 mm, 0.60 mm, 0.70 mm and one Pigma PN (0.45 mm).

Medium Gloss - 237ml

Liquitex

$24.99

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Set of 3 gel pens gelly roll 0.5mm white

Gelly Roll

$7.99

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Gelly Roll® gel ink pens glide smoother than ballpoint pens, and don’t bleed or blot through thin paper. Boasting permanent, waterproof and fade-proof ink, these pens offer extremely comfortable writing, as well as consistent ink flow to the very last drop. Enhance any art project with a fun array of creamy colours!

Includes 3 white Gelly Roll® pens (0.5 mm)

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Original Portfolio Vertical - 18X24"

Itoya

$69.99

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The Original Art Profolio is archival safe for all your art storage needs. Completely acid-free, it features polypropylene, PVC-free construction, and quality crafted acid-free black mounting paper. Contains 24 clear, top-loading pocket sheets for 48 views.

Great for photographs and digital images. Top-loading, clear polypropylene sheets will not stick to copier toner and are ideal for storing artwork and memory projects, as well as keeping materials secure and organized. Durable polypropylene cover resists moisture and dust.

A reversible spine insert; which allows for customized titling and organization
Durable polypropylene cover
Stylish stitch cover accent
Clear, top-loading pocket sheets
Thick gauge, black, acid-free mounting paper
24 pages for 48 views
PVC free, lignin free, and 100% archival

A5 Softcover Notebook Orange pointille

Rhodia

$39.99

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Specifications:

A5 (15 x 21 cm)
80 non-microperforated pages
180° flat opening
ivory brushed vellum paper
1 ribbon bookmark

Set of 5 Brushes Zen #532

Royal-Langnickel

$19.99

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This set of 5 of long handled paintbrushes have synthetic bristles that are longer lasting and cooperate better than natural bristle across a broad range of mediums. The ZEN series is a perfect brush for painters switching from oils to acrylic or water mixable oil. These series 53 paintbrushes are suitable for working with oils and acrylics.

Includes:

Round #1

Fan #2

Flat #12

Angle #6

Filbert #6

Care:

Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span.

Oil: dip the paintbrush in a solvent such as taltine. Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Acrylic: clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Watercolour: Dip the paintbrush in water and rinse with warm water.

Practical information: Never let dry before cleaning.

Using a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap prevents bristles from drying and keeps the supple shape of the paintbrush.

A5 Crok' Book Noir Sketchbook

Clairefontaine

$14.99

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The staple-bound A4 Crok' Book Noir Sketchbook features 40 sheets of the finest black paper on the market. Deep-dyed for intensity, the 120 g acid-free black paper is ideal for gel inks, pastels and chalk. The ultra-flexible cover makes the Crok' Book Noir a unique tool for sketches, note-taking, and more.

Specifications: A5 size (17 x 22 cm), 40 pages

Molotow Complete Marker Set

Molotow

$34.99

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Molotow’s Blackliner is a high-quality and easy-to-use pen with a water-based pigmented archival ink that is quick-drying, odourless and resistant to water and chemicals. Available in a variety of sizes, the robust metal-encased chisel and round tips guarantee fine and exact lines that are perfectly suitable for outlines, sketching or use as a simple fineliner. This set includes 11 blackliners: 0.05 mm, 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm, 0.3 mm, 0.4 mm, 0.5 mm, 0.7 mm, 0.9 mm, 1.0 mm, chisel and round. It also features a slip-proof, matte surface and a “Cap Off” function which prevents it from drying out for 90–180 minutes. Made in Germany.

White gesso - 500ml

Demco Encouleurs Inc.

$12.99

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Economic gesso suitable for prepping a multitude of surfaces before applying oils, acrylics, tempera, and more. Once dry, the gesso remains semi-flexible and will not yellow. Apply two coats to achieve a more granular texture. Suitable for canvas, paper, fabric, wood, etc.

Age Bag Notebook - Ruled, Spiral-Bound, A5 Black

Clairefontaine

$9.99

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Whether writing your daily thoughts, or jotting down inspiring moments while travelling, Clairefontaine's Age Bag Notebookswill capture your ideas wherever you are. They feature a stylish, grained cover which is designed to replicate the look and feel of leather, as well as vellum paper (90 gsm), which can be written on with most pen types, including fountain pens. An authentic and timeless writing companion.

Features :

ruled
spiral binding
velvety vellum paper (90 gsm)
PEFC-certified, for sustainable forest management
handmade product

Technical specifications :

A5 size (15 x 21 cm)
100 pages

Cotton Tote Bag - 20 x 18 in.

$14.99

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A stylish and sturdy tote bag made from 100% natural cotton canvas. Great for carrying groceries, art supplies and all your daily essentials.

Sharpener Lead Pointer

Staedtler Mars

$14.99

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Rotating sharpener for regular leads of 2 mm with integrated cleaner and automatic shutoff. Compact, it is equipped with a lead wiping filter and stops automatically.

Fine Ultra-Clean Washable Markers

Crayola

$14.99

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These Crayola markers come in bright colours, are non-toxic, and are washable.

They are perfect for drawing, writing and colouring. These fine line markers for outlining, writing and drawing.

Quantity: 24

Pouring Medium Gloss - 3.78L

Liquitex

$24.99

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Liquitex Pouring Medium can be used in combination with soft body acrylic colours to create seamless surfaces and puddles of colour. Liquitex Pouring Medium is formulated to create a smooth, seamless, and strong body of paint when poured or dripped onto a surface. Suspend colours in Liquitex Pouring Medium for sculptural effects and surface treatments. This medium is permanent, non-yellowing and waterproof once dry. Added to fluid acrylic colours, it promotes drying and allows for a homogenous smooth coloured film. Specifications: anti-cracking and anti-bubbles, high-gloss, wet look when dry, keeps colours opaque, flexible, non-yellowing and water-resistant when dry, do not mix with oil paints

Triangular Scale10,20,30,40,50,60

Staedtler Mars

$12.99

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Triangular scale, gradated in millimeters and anti-stain edge.

Set of Square 8" 60 Degree

Staedtler Mars

$5.99

In stock Low stock Unavailable

Acrylic set square.

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Back-to-School Essentials: The Right Tools for the Year Ahead

A good school year starts with the right supplies. DeSerres carries everything students need, from everyday basics to more specialized art materials: notebooks and sketchpads, graphite and coloured pencils, fineliners and dual brush pens, watercolour and alcohol markers, brushes, acrylic mediums, portfolios, and storage solutions. Whether you're heading into a general program or a fine arts curriculum, the essentials are here.

What to prioritize when building a back-to-school kit

Start with the fundamentals that get used every day: a reliable notebook, a set of graphite pencils in a range of grades, and a few quality pens or fineliners. From there, build toward your program's specific needs. Art students will want to add sketchpads suited to their medium, a brush set, and the acrylic or drawing supplies their courses require. A portfolio keeps finished work protected and organized throughout the year. To complete your kit, browse ourcollections Stationery, Bags & Cases and Books.

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Back-to-School Essentials: The Right Tools for the Year Ahead

What to prioritize when building a back-to-school kit