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!)
Jennifer S. says
I love the Eye Candy collection!
Jennifer S. says
I follow you on Twitter as @LadyRiposter.
Jennifer S. says
I follow @CarolinaPad on Twitter as @LadyRiposter.
Linda Kish says
I really like that Eye Candy laptop tote!
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Linda Kish says
They are available at Office Max, Office Depot and Staples
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Linda Kish says
In 2000 Carolina Pad introduced fashion school and office products.
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Yvonne Butler says
My favoite brand at Carolina Pads is Sasquatch because its Eco-friendly paper products. Thanks for the entry.
Yvonne Butler says
I subscribe and want the extra entry to this timely giveaway. Thanks
Yvonne Butler says
Early on Joseph K. Hall, Jr. sold products directly to the schools in the Carolinas and Virginia often out of the back of his truck. Thanks for the extra entry.
Yvonne Butler says
Rite Aide locally sells some Carolina Pad products but not the Sasquatch collection I love best. About 30 minutes away is a Walgreens that does have them and I have purchased them there. My granddaughter shops at Target and K-Mart where she lives at college and they carry them, also. She doesn’t care what collection it comes from she just could use the school supplies. Thanks for the extra entry.
Catherine says
I like the Whimsical Flower Binder!
Catherine says
Their products are available on Amazon!
Catherine says
Clay Presley became company president in 2000.
Catherine says
Email subscriber!
JC says
I like Eye Candy collection!
JC says
CVS, Walgreens, Kmart, Walmart, Target, Staples, Office Max, Office Depot. Amazon
JC says
Fan Carolina Pad on Facebook @tcarolinep JessieKatie S.
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Follow @CarolinaPad on Twitter @tcarolinep
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@tcarolinep Follow on Twitter @fashionablegal
JC says
Blog subscriber.
Terra Heck says
My favorite is the Prints Charming Collection. Thanks.
stacey dempsey says
i really like the hot chocolate collection the pinks and browns are very pretty together
stacey dempsey says
well there are alot of stores availabel to purchase from but i will put walmart as that is the one closest to me
stacey dempsey says
Carolina Pad Starts a Fashion Revolution In 2000, Carolina Pad helped transform the stationery industry. How? By introducing fashion school and office products , i can tell you my daughter is very glad that someone did this, school would have been more fun if we had such pretty supplies
stacey dempsey says
i am a subscriber
stacey dempsey says
i follow on twitter roswello
Clarissa says
Prints Charming is my favorite collection!
Clarissa says
I subscribe!
Clarissa says
You can buy them at Target 🙂
Clarissa says
FB fan!
Clarissa says
Twitter follower – them
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Twitter follower – you!
Clarissa says
“The secret to our design success: passion, research, and an exquisite attention to detail.”
Aimee W. says
Such a tough decision! I believe my favorite is the Sasquatch Collection — I love that it is eco-friendly and uses recycled materials.
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
I can purchase Carolina Pad items at my local Target in Dickson City, PA.
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
I learned that Carolina Pad shifted its focus from manufacturing products to designing them in 2000.
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
I am a Facebook fan of Carolina Pad (Aimee Waerhouse).
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
I am following Carolina Pad on Twitter (username: Nelsby).
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
I am following you on Twitter (username: Nelsby).
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
I subscribe to your blog feed via email.
Thanks!
Aimee W. says
Tweet: http://www.twitter.com/Nelsby/status/4006040409
Thanks!
Angela Bailey says
I love the Hot Chocolate collection.
Angela Bailey says
Tweeted. http://twitter.com/theladya/status/4007207396
Amanda says
I like the sasquatch collection.
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Amanda says
The closest place to me that I can purchase Carolina Pad items is Walmart.
Amanda says
email subscriber
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Amanda says
I follow you on twitter
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Annette D says
I really like the Kendall Kollection.
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I follow you on twitter annedoggett