1. Click here to download this free clipart from Melonheadz.
2. If you want to use the same font that I used, click here to download KG Blank Space from Kimberly Geswein. (Note: This free font is for personal use only.)
3. Place the pencil clipart in Powerpoint. My pencils have a height of 1.65″. Then copy and paste until you have 5 pencils.
4. Add a text box and type in the first name. I used KG Blank Space Sketch, size 60. I also added a white glow behind the text to add some contrast so it is easier to read. (Highlight text… Format –> Effects –> Glow)
5. Copy and paste your text box into the other pencils, then change the names. For fast results, next copy and paste the entire slide so that you can just change the names on all of the other slides.
6. Print on cardstock, laminate, then cut. Ta da!
At the end of the year, I peel the pencils off of the clips and give them to the students to use as bookmarks. They love them!
Happy creating!
Susan K. says
I'm definitely making these pencils so thanks for sharing. Also, you've inherited an unwanted Photobucket image. I had it on my blog, too. Do you know how to remove it? If not, I can tell you how I did it. Thanks for sharing this great idea! I pinned it and am putting it on our collaborative blog!
School and the City says
Hey Susan! Thank you very much for your kind words. I noticed my Photobucket friend but have no idea where it's coming from… Any help is appreciated!
MrsWidzKidz says
These are super cute! Absolutely LOVE them! 🙂 Love following you for your incredible ideas! Thank you!! -Alicia in Arkansas