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Customized Classroom Gear Personalize your kid’s back-to-school supplies It’s almost time to send your kid back to school. And though there’s no shortage of cool supplies emblazoned with popular summer movies, cartoons or video game characters, why not deck out your child’s gear with something a bit more personal? If your kid is anything like my daughter, he or she loves things that are made just for them. Here are some really cute customized options perfect for the back-to-school season.

Taking note

If she’s old enough to have a locker, she’ll want to personalize it! The Five Star Photo Notepad ($3.99 at Mead) has a plastic cover that will hold a 4-by-6-inch photo, and she can write notes and reminders on the 50 sheets of paper included. (Through July 31, get 30% off and free shipping at Mead.) Five Star Photo Notepad

Tag that bag

The colorful 5.75-by-2-inch Ribbon Tags ($19 each at The Stationery Studio) come in several different patterns and colors and are embroidered with the name of your choice. These tags are super practical because they can transition from school backpacks to lunch bags and just about anywhere else you need them. (Take $5 off orders of $50 or more at The Stationery Studio.) Ribbon Tags

A bottle all their own

Avoid mix-ups between siblings and friends with a customized water bottle. The 24-ounce double-walled Personalized Tervis Water Bottle ($30 at The Stationery Studio) can feature names in script or block lettering in a variety of colors as well as an embroidered patch in designs like a peace sign, flower or heart. The personalization is on the inner wall of the bottle, so the name will never fade or rub off. The bottles are also shatterproof, so they can take a beating all year. Personalized Tervis Water Bottle

For something he can customize himself, there’s the 13.5-ounce Vapur Quencher ($11.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond). Let him personalize this monster-themed bottle with three sticker sheets of facial expressions and other fun designs. This bottle stands up when it has water in it but lies flat when it’s empty, making it great for travel. (Take 20% off one in-store item when you sign up for Bed Bath & Beyond emails.) Vapur Quencher

Backpacks and lunchboxes that stand out

Personalized bags allow her to quickly identify which tote is hers amid the sea of backpacks present in the classroom or out on the playground. I like the Sorbet Spots Embroidered Backpack ($39.95 at Personalization Mall). Her first name, last name or initial can be stitched on the front pocket of this roomy backpack, which features interior and exterior storage pockets and adjustable shoulder straps. There’s also a matching lunch tote, lap desk, hairbrush and cosmetic case available. (Through August 31, get 15% off your entire purchase at Personalization Mall.) Sorbet Spots Embroidered Backpack

For boys, personalize the big front panel of the Skater Personalized Backpack ($49.95 at Personalization Mall) with his first or last name. This spacious backpack features an external water bottle pocket as well as an interior pocket that holds small items like pens, flash drives or cell phones. The cool-looking bag is also available in themes like Sports, Rockin’ and School Spirit. Skater Personalized Backpack

You’ve gotta love an old-school lunch box! Frecklebox has the most adorable tin lunchbox designs ($29.95 each), all of which can be customized with your child’s name on the outside. The chalkboard on the inside allows you to pen a special note each day. (Save 15% on a lunchbox at Frecklebox.) Frecklebox Tin Lunchbox

Unique notebooks

For a child who likes to show off her work, Personalized Notebooks (3-pack for $29.95 at PrintArtKids) are just the thing. Upload any vertical drawing or painting that she created (I used my phone to take a photo of my daughter’s drawing, and it came out great), and PrintArtKids will print the design right on the notebook’s cover. You can choose whether you want the paper to be lined or unlined. Personalized Notebooks

Customized cases for gadgets

The Papernomad Customizable Sleeves ($39.99–$59.99 at Griffin Technology) are among the coolest device sleeves I’ve seen. They’re made of a patented composite of viscose fiber, biopolymer and sustainably sourced paper. The tear- and water-resistant sleeves have a papery surface upon which your kid can draw or paint anything his little heart desires. The lining is soft and woolly, providing ample cushion for beloved devices, and there’s a clever woven cotton strap that keeps the phone or tablet secure. (Get Griffin Technology sales.) Papernomad Customizable Sleeves

If you like to dream up the design but want someone else to make the darn thing, try caseable (prices vary). The site uses recycled materials to make sleeves and cases for almost every device under the sun. You can submit your own design or use a premade one, and you can even choose the zipper and stitch color! caseable custom-made a neoprene laptop case for me over a year ago, and it still looks fantastic. (Through September 15, use the code “college2013” to get 15% off at caseable.) Caseable Galaxy Case


Worried your teacher will take too long to learn your kid’s name? How about a “Hello, My Name Is” tee? There’s space for your child’s name and also room for a phrase that he likes. How cool is that? Boys and girls styles ($29.95–$34.95 at Petite Lemon) are available in several colors, including red, pink and green. (Save 15% off your first order at Petite Lemon.) Petite Lemon Shirts

Catching some z’s

If your child is in preschool or pre-K, he’ll need something to snooze on at naptime. Instead of the boring old institutional-looking nap pads, get him a Nap Mat ($55.95­–$69.95 at Personalization Mall). These adorable, ultralight padded sleeping bags come in several styles for boys and girls and have an attached pillow. Your child’s first or last name can be embroidered right on the front of the mat. Nap Mat 

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