Design Tools
A collection of design tools curated by those who use them.


Memo Block Medium
$24.00
Take a memo. From ITO Bindery, the beloved Tokyo masters of Japanese paper design and goods since 1939, come the smart, smooth, and—dare we say—eternal memo blocks, for their architectural shape that nods to a geometric simplicity that we can’t really place in any one time period, past, present or future. And that’s the most characteristic Japanese aesthetic: functional beauty that’s built to last.
White or Grey
350 Sheets
5.9" x 4.2"


Memo Block Small
$20.00
Take a memo. From ITO Bindery, the beloved Tokyo masters of Japanese paper design and goods since 1939, come the smart, smooth, and—dare we say—eternal memo blocks, for their architectural shape that nods to a geometric simplicity that we can’t really place in any one time period, past, present or future. And that’s the most characteristic Japanese aesthetic: functional beauty that’s built to last.
Red, Grey or White
350 Sheets
4.2" x 4.2"


602 Graphite Pencil
$27.00
Praised in the New Yorker, The Boston Globe, and Boing Boing among others, the Palomino Blackwing 602 features a firm and smooth graphite core that helps it deliver on its promise of “Half the Pressure, Twice the Speed.”
Feature a gunmetal grey finish
Iconic square Blackwing ferrule with a pink eraser
Pack of 12


Drawing Set
$30.00
This set is great to take anywhere. I switch a lot between graphite and ink all the time, so this set allows me to enjoy my spontaneous drawing sessions regardless of what media I’m in the mood for. The functional range of the tools is just perfect.- Andrew Rosenthal
Koh-I-Noor Elephant Eraser (300-20)
Jack Richeson Stomp Blender size 3, Set of 2
Mars Lumograph Premium pencil, Set of 3
Sakura Pigma Micron-03 Ink Pen, 0.35mm, Black, Set of 2
Tombow Dual Brush Pen Art Marker, N15 - Black


Colors
$27.00
These are the best colored pencils we've ever used! Blackwing Colors features a unique soft and smooth color core, designed specifically for coloring. They draw, shade, and color so effortlessly on the ITO Bindery drawing pads.
Semi-hexagonal barrel found in Blackwing graphite pencils
Metal end cap that adds a bit of weight, giving the pencils a comfortable, balanced feel
Set of 12 color pencils
Download a free 4-page coloring book from Autotype's Factory Color Block series.

Starting Point Set
$35.00
The Blackwing Starting Point Set is the perfect way to introduce the artist or maker in your life to Blackwing.
Each set includes:
4 pencils ranging from Soft, Balanced, Firm, and Extra-firm graphite
2 Point Guards to prevent your pencil breaking on-the-go
1 long point, 2-step sharpener that sharpens wood before precision sharpening the graphite
2 packs of replacement erasers to ensure your pencil is always functional


Memo Block Large
$28.00
Take a memo. From ITO Bindery, the beloved Tokyo masters of Japanese paper design and goods since 1939, comes the smart, smooth, and—dare we say—eternal memo blocks. A most characteristic Japanese aesthetic: functional beauty, built to last.
Grey or White
350 Sheets
10" x 3"
-20% sale

Left Handed Memo Book
$8.00
$10.00
Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Rubens, Picasso… many of our most revered masters were left handed. Here’s our contribution to the next genius.
By Field Notes
Ten percent of the world’s population is left-handed. We figured it was about time to make a memo book just for them. It’s identical to our Original Kraft Ruled Memo Book in every way except for this: we reversed the direction, and put the staples on the other side.
48-page memo book
3 Pack
Each book measures 3-1/2" wide by 5-1/2" tall
Bound by a rugged three-staple saddle-stitch process


Mobius Ruppert Brass Pencil Sharpener
$12.00
Remarkably effective and well designed, the Mobius & Ruppert Brass Sharpener is an ideal sketch box piece. The smaller hole measures 7.8mm for standard pencil diameters and point tapering. The larger hole measures 11mm and is perfect for sharpening charcoal, pastels, and colored pencils.
Made in Germany


Drawing Pad - A4
from $28.00
The first thing most people notice—and admire—about these drawing pads are their razor-sharp aesthetic, and rightly so. These precision-cut blocks are assembled with an equally explicit geometry and color scheme. The resulting look is clean, straight, and meticulous, both limitless and perfectly contained. 70 satin-smooth sheets seamlessly bound to recycled cardboard, a home for art that is, itself, a work of art.
Black Mount White & Kraft Mount White
70 Sheets
297 x 230 mm


Lettering Manual
$25.00
Learn the history and techniques of hand lettering from a renowned design studio. This practical and visual guide features exercises, case studies, and typographic models for letter styles such as serif, sans serif, brush, and script.


Scissors 'Colors'
$24.00
A Japanese Good Design awardee when it first emerged on the scene in 1974, Allex Stainless Steel Scissors are made from a single sheet of steel, the quality blade, both strong and durable, slipping into an ergonomic handle lined with a rubber ring. The original design remains unaltered since its first production, and why would it? It’s a staple office tool across Japan for a reason. See for yourself.
Non-Stick Jorpolymer Coated


Sacco Multi-Purpose Storage Pouch
$36.00
A soft-weighted pouch to keep the chaos in order.
Colors: Black, Red, and Mud Brown
Dimensions: 8.5” × 12”
Designed by Brigitta and Benedikt Martig-Imhof
DMade in Switzerland
Tät-Tat, founded in 1994 near Zurich, produces playful design items that charm the eye and delight the mind. The husband and wife design team—Benedikt and Brigitta Martig-Imhof are former teachers who work hand in hand with social work programs and institutions throughout Switzerland and Germany, employing up to 300 persons with intellectual disabilities.


Black Scissors
$30.00
A Japanese Good Design awardee when it first emerged on the scene in 1974, Allex Stainless Steel Scissors are made from a single sheet of steel, the quality blade, both strong and durable, slipping into an ergonomic handle lined with a rubber ring. The original design remains unaltered since its first production, and why would it? It’s a staple office tool across Japan for a reason. See for yourself.
Color: Black/Black
Non-Stick Jorpolymer Coated


Pearl Pencils
$27.00
We love the versatility of this pencil. It switches from sharp line-work to shading with ease. The Blackwing Pearl Pencil allows for a great drawing and writing experience, with the perfect balance between hardness and darkness.
Features a pearl white finish with a gold imprint
Smooth graphite core that is slightly softer than the Blackwing 602.
Features the iconic square Blackwing eraser
Pack of 12