Going back to school is always a drag- waking up early, listening to boring lectures, being barraged with school work… Of course, you get to meet new people, learn new things, and the best part- shop for new school supplies!
Since the Hannah Montana and Power Rangers options at Wal-Mart aren’t really cutting it for me anymore, I went online to look for more fashionable options. I was looking for pieces that were stylish, functional, and unique- ones that would get compliments and start conversations! Oh, and of course, I wanted them to be affordable. And I wanted a range of options, so I could mix and match as I pleased. Difficult, aren’t I?
Carolina Pad doesn’t think so, as they’ve covered all of my search bases without hesitation. There are twelve different collections to pick from, and each pictures a range of items: folders, journals, notebooks, binders, sticky notes, magnets, photo albums, photo books, address books, pens, and even things like laptop bags & sleeves, and mouse pads! Folders are $0.99 and notebooks start at $3.99, so these beautiful supplies aren’t any more expensive than the ones you buy at whatever local store you normally shop at…. But they’re absolutely chic!
The Eye Candy Laptop Tote is one of my favorites- it’s also super affordable at $24.99! I just got a new computer and have been browsing laptop bags; I haven’t seen any this stylish for such a low price.
I was lucky enough to receive a wonderful selection of products from Carolina Pad, so I can attest to the fact that the products really are gorgeous, and incredibly well made. They aren’t leather bound volumes that are going to last a lifetime, but they’re certainly going to last you through the semester (and the items you don’t carry around every day will surely last longer).
Nine collections (and varying products) are available through Carolina Pad’s online store. If you use the code “CP_Shipping” you’ll receive free shipping on orders over $30!
However, the fab people at Carolina Pad are offering one of you an assortment of my items from my favorite collection- Simply Chic (the collection, although not necessarily the prize items, is pictured above)! Aren’t you ladies lucky?! This contest will run until September 23rd at midnight EST and is open to US & Canadian residents. Woohoo! Here’s what you’ve got to do…
If your comments are marked as spam, please do not email me or be concerned- they are not deleted, only pending approval. I approve every legitimate entry before closing a giveaway, I *PROMISE*!
Mandatory Entry– Check our Carolina Pad and tell me your favorite item or collection.
Extra Entries (please leave a SEPARATE comment for each!):
~Check out the “Where to Shop” page and tell me a location you can purchase Carolina Pad items!
~Visit the “About Us” page and tell me something you learned about the company!
~Fan Carolina Pad on Facebook
~Follow @CarolinaPad on Twitter
~Follow me on Twitter @fashionablegal
~Tweet the giveaway using the follow text (can be done 2x daily for two entries- leave two comments w/ a link to the tweet!):
“RT: WIN a set of Chic School Supplies from @CarolinaPad & @fashionablegal http://tinyurl.com/kjacyp LOTS of extra entries!”
~Subscribe to my blog (box on sidebar).
~Blog about this giveaway (leave a link)-5 extra entries (leave FIVE comments for this)
~Buy something from Carolina Pad & forward me the order confirmation (laney@thefashionablegal.com)-20 extra entries (please leave TWENTY comments for this!)
carol says
I love the graphic in nature collection.
carol says
you can buy carolina pads at walmart
carol says
I learned that carolina pads started in 1945 in North Carolina.
carol says
I’m a facebook fan of carolina pads
carol says
I follow carolina pads on facebook
angela m says
i love the graphic in nature collection..
thanks
angela m says
you can purchase Carolina Pad items at walmart
angela m says
i learned that the owner joseph k hall use to be a former teacher, principal, and coach
angela m says
facebook fan of carolina pad
Yvonne Butler says
I love the Sasquash brand because it is eco-friendly. Thanks for the entry
Yvonne Butler says
I subscribe to The Fashionable Gal. Thanks for the extra entry.
Yvonne Butler says
I can get Carolina Pad products at my local Rite Aid. Walgreen, Wal-Mart, or Walgreen. Thanks for the extra entry!
Yvonne Butler says
In early days of the company Joseph K. Hall Jr. often sold products to schools in the Carolinas and Virginia out of the back of his truck. Thanks for the extra entry.
Karry says
I absolutely love the Eye Candy Collection
Karry says
I subscribe to your blog via email
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I follow you on Twittert
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Karry says
I follow CarolinaPad on Twitter
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Karry says
I tweeted
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Nancye Davis says
I like the Kendall Kollection Laptote Tote
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Nancye Davis says
There are TONS of places near where I live to buy Carolina Pad products. They include:
Meijer CVS
Wal-Mart Staples
Target Office Max
Kroger Walgreens
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Nancye Davis says
I learned that Carolina Pad was started in 1945 in Charlotte, NC. They sold things from the back of their truck.
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Nancye Davis says
Facebook Fan of Carolina Pad
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Nancye Davis says
I follow Carolina Pad on Twitter
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I follow Fashionable Gal on Twitter
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subscribe via Google Reader
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cheryl h says
My favorite collection is the Kendall collection. I like the bright cheery colors.
cheryl h says
Staples is the closest to me where I can purchase Carolina Pad
cheryl h says
I learned that Carolina Pad was the first company to add fashion to school and office products.
cheryl h says
Fan of Carolina Pad on Facebook
ID – cheryl hodgkins
cheryl h says
I Follow @CarolinaPad on Twitter
ID – iamcherdon
cheryl h says
I Follow you on Twitter @fashionablegal
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cheryl h says
tweet
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cheryl h says
I’m already an email subscriber
cherdon@sympatico.ca is already subscribed to the mailing list of The Fashionable Gal
Nancye Davis says
Tweet! Tweet!!
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Lizzie says
My favorite print is the Prints Charming!
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Lizzie says
Where to Shop! Office Depot AND Hobby Lobby – just down the street from my house!
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Lizzie says
I learned that Carolina Pads have been on 90210 – wahoo!
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Lizzie says
I’m a subscriber.
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Becky says
I love the Eye Candy Collection
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renee says
I tweeted http://twitter.com/nicjosemm/status/4331781825
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renee says
#2 I tweeted http://twitter.com/nicjosemm/status/4331781825
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Julie L says
Whimsical Flowers is my favorite collection
Julie L says
email subscriber
Julie L says
I can buy it at Meijers where I shop
Amazon Coupons says
I like the bright cheery colors.
Colour Coaching says
Lovely school supplies and love the color.