Crayons Types and Styles
Learn about using different kinds of crayons for businesses
There are few things that take us back to childhood like crayons. Although there are many different types of crayons for sale, the simple wax and pigment mix has changed very little since Crayola introduced the first box of crayons in 1903.In the hospitality and restaurant industries, crayons are an especially important part of creating a family friendly atmosphere. Crayons also make great promotional items for any business or organization serving children and families. A variety of crayons types and styles are available for whatever your business may need.
The traditional style of crayons use a shape like pencils, but other shapes are available. Some crayon manufacturers list traditional style crayons by standard or quality, but there aren't really any clear guidelines to define standards. Premium quality may be smoother to color with or have bolder colors. All crayons are nontoxic and are breakable. Those searching for crayon information should check out the following ideas:
1. Bulk crayon sales to save money on traditional style crayons
2. Washable crayons for easier cleanup
3. Assorted unique crayon shapes
Buy traditional-style crayons
If you need large quantities, you can buy wholesale crayons to save money, but be aware that this often requires a vendor or resale number. Alternatively, buying in bulk also offers considerable savings. Bulk crayons are available as single crayons in a single- or mixed-color lot or in boxes like restaurant crayons. Some companies will even print your business information on the crayon box for promotional purposes.
Try: Check out CrayonKing for free shipping on its mixed-color, bulk crayons and four packs of restaurant crayons. If you are looking to promote your business or organization with custom bulk crayons, Beantown lets you design you own box for its traditional style crayons.
Consider washable crayons
Washable crayons are easier to clean off of non-porous surfaces such as walls or tables. The downsides are that they may smudge or smear on paper and they may not color quite as smoothly.
Try: FoodServiceDirect.com has Crayola brand washable crayons. JRMI offers its own washable crayons. OMX provides a description of its washable crayons that includes the benefits of this type.
Find crayons in unique shapes
Unique crayon products definitely make a statement. One company takes donated broken crayons and turns them into new crayons in an amazing variety of themes such as animals, trucks or musical instruments.
Try: Those looking to promote environmentally friendly business practices will love the recycled crayons by Crazy Crayons. Family Hospitality offers the unique CrayAngle triangular crayon. The fun angular shape prevents crayons from rolling off the table. Motivators has the Crayo-Craze, six-color crayon wheel available with a custom-printed logo or label.
- Along with the crayons, you will want to provide something to color on. Don't forget to check out the wide variety of coloring sheets, place mats and coloring kits with crayons.
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