DIY Pen & Pencil Holders With Sharpener (24 Pack)

DIY Pen & Pencil Holders With Sharpener (24 Pack) let kids build a colorful desk essential that actually gets used, because creating something fun is great, and creating something useful is even better.

Make A Desk Accessory Kids Will Use Every Day

This project turns basic supplies into a bright organizer that keeps pencils and pens in one place. Kids decorate the holder to match their style, then finish with a sharpener that makes it extra classroom-friendly.

The natural seashells and gravel add texture and interest, so every finished piece looks a little different. That makes it feel personal, not cookie-cutter, which kids love.

It is a strong fit for schools and camps because it blends creativity with function. It is also great for rainy-day craft time at home since the end result is something kids can keep right on their desk.

Why This Desk Craft Is A Smart Pick

• Creates a useful pen and pencil organizer that kids will actually keep
• Built-in sharpener makes it perfect for classrooms and homework stations
• Seashell and gravel accents add texture and one-of-a-kind charm
• Great group craft with a satisfying finished result

Product Highlights

• Useful – Keeps pencils and pens organized at school or home
• Sharpener Included – Adds real everyday value to the finished craft
• Texture and Charm – Seashells and gravel create a unique look every time
• Group Friendly – Great for classrooms, camps, and after-school programs

What’s Included

• Cardboard tubes
• Wooden bases
• Seashells (may vary)
• Gravel
• Pencil sharpeners (may vary)

This Craft Is Great For

• Schools: A functional classroom craft. Students create an organizer they can use during daily writing and homework time.
• After-School Programs: A satisfying take-home project. Kids finish with a functional desk piece that feels personal and practical.
• Camps: A creative project with real value. Campers love making something they can use long after camp ends.
• Recreation Centers: A crowd-pleasing craft station. Easy to run as a group activity with strong results for many ages.
• Home: A rainy day desk upgrade. Kids can decorate their own holder and instantly improve their homework setup.
• Nursing Homes / Senior Centers: A calm, creative keepsake. Decorating and arranging accents supports focus and creates a cheerful desk accessory.
• VBS: A themed memory craft. Great for personalizing with names and messages that kids take home and keep.

How to Get Started

• Lay out tubes, bases, and decorative accents
• Decorate the tube and base with your chosen supplies
• Glue the tube to the base and add seashells and gravel accents
• Attach the sharpener and let everything dry fully

Tips for Decorating and Display

• Write names clearly so finished holders do not get mixed up in groups
• Use bold designs so the organizer stands out on a desk or shelf
• Allow the glue to dry completely before adding pencils for the best hold

Explore More

For more group craft planning ideas, check out our blog, including The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Memorable Group Crafting Session and 6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Arts & Crafts Budget. You can also browse more desk-ready projects in our Pen & Pencil Holder Crafts collection.

Order Your DIY Pen and Pencil Holders Today

DIY Pen & Pencil Holders With Sharpener (24 Pack) give kids a fun way to decorate something they will use constantly. It is part craft time, part desk upgrade, and yes, it makes you feel like you have your life together for at least five minutes.