Okay so spoiler alert- I am not going back to school. BUT, I am a total nerd and I absolutely LOVE stationary, planners, new pens, the whole nine yards! And I’ve recently partnered up with Erin Condren to share the best back to school essentials ever.
And, just like me, you don’t have to be going back to school to use them. Going back to school is no longer just for kids and this brand new collection is proof of that! It comes with everything you need to refresh your desk or office space.
Not only is everything fun, but functional too! We’re talking brand new stationary, writing tools, and organizing must-haves that are also designed to bring you joy by their pretty appearance.
Y’all already know what a huge Erin Condren fan I am. I’ve already shared that they make the best life planners around! So If you’re a nerd like me, be sure to check out this brand new and fun collection too!

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What Are the Back to School Essentials?
So now I am going to highlight everything that came in my back to school collection box. I’m not gonna lie y’all, this is so much fun for me! I used to love going back to school shopping (both for clothes and supplies) and there is nothing like some brand new pens and pretty folders.
Because of that, I am greatly enjoying myself testing out all the new goodies and sharing them with you. I may not be going back to school, but I do use a lot of these products in my daily life. I am old school and love to write down appointments and everything in a planner.
And I like to brainstorm blogging ideas in an actual paper notebook. As I mentioned in my Haven Conference recap, I love to actually take notes too whenever I am in a class. I feel like I learn even better when I write things down.
Daily Routine and Ritual Notebook
This notebook is brand new and literally just launched on August 10th. So it is just a few days old! Get your hands on this notebook to start discovering what your daily routines and rituals are.
I am excited to jot some of mine down from day to day and see which ones I am more prone to. And which ones I actually stick with and like.
In Bloom Academic Planner
Okay, an academic planner is obviously a must for some back to school essentials. I feel like if you really are a student, you gotta have one! Definitely helps you stay organized with all your upcoming classes and/or assignments as well.
Weekly Habits Sticky Notepad
This one kind of goes along with the daily routine and ritual notebook. But it’s in sticky pad form which is even easier to write down a few notes for it!
Color Change Pen Set 6pk
Um, excuse me?? Color changing pens?! Sign me up please because how fun is that?! Make your note taking go to the next level with these fun pens!
Student Weekly Schedule Deskpad
This is another back to school essential if you truly are a student. This would be perfect to keep on your desk to help you be able to quickly organize everything with just a glance!
Sticky Note Ball
Okay, I’m sorry, a sticky note ball?! Again, how much fun is that?! Why weren’t these cute things around back when I was in school?
Vegan Leather Folio
I definitely geeked out on this beautiful leather folio. It can hold so many things since there are so many different sized pockets and everything in it.
I immediately thought that it can hold some of my business cards and things like that. So if you’re a blogger too, then you definitely should invest in one of these. Plus, the vegan leather is so soft and buttery!
Blush Calculator
I mean you gotta have a calculator on your desk right? And not just any old calculator, but a cute blush one obviously!
Gold Bookmark Ruler
Same thing goes for rulers too, right? It needs to be gold and shiny and pretty! I also love how this one doubles as a bookmark too! Bonus points!
Lined 3 Subject Notebook
These are my favorite notebooks and the ones I use to brainstorm all my blog ideas. Plus, it’s definitely another back to school essential for students for sure! You can’t really go to school without notebooks, can you?
And can they be any cuter? Erin Condren has so many beautiful designs to choose from. There is literally something for everyone on their site!
Heading Back to School
Well, whether you’re heading back to school or just to your office, I hope this post gave you some great ideas on cute and functional back to school essentials! Have you ever used any Erin Condren products before too?!
If so, which ones are your favorites? I would love to know! Let me know in the comments below and thank you so much for stopping by my friends!

Love this post. Thanks for sharing these products.
Thank you! They are some great products for sure!
While I’m not going back to school, I do love to use this time to get organised for a new season. I love all the wee organisation things that pop up for back to schoolers.
Yes, I am the same way! I am not going back to school either, but love these essentials to help refresh my desk/office space!
The best thing about going back to school was restocking my stationery! I tend to mostly use my laptop for uni now, but still use plenty of stationary for my bullet journal. The sticky note ball looks like fun 🙂
Thank you! It sure is! Love fun stationary products like that!
Ooh I love this! I’m a massive stationery lover but somehow hadn’t heard of Erin Condren before – I’ll have to check it out! I’m starting uni in September and this gave me so many ideas. The post it note ball and colour changing pens both look super fun! Thank you so much for sharing x
Oh my gosh! You have to check out Erin Condren then! She has so many cute things!!
These are really great back-to-school essentials, I love the leather folio and the calculated, they’re cute!
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Thank you so much! I love those products too!
Great post! I’m a 27 year old woman who is also definitely not going to school, but I feel exactly the same way about stationary, lol. These are wonderful picks! Thank you so much for sharing.
Lol glad I am not the only one that feels that way about stationary too!
I got so excited reading this and I’m not even going to school! Haha. I love this. The sticky note ball is the cutest.
Lol that’s how I was too. I’m not going back to school either, but I love all these pieces!
I’m not going back to school but I’m such a sucker for stationary supplies. The ones that you shared are so cute.
Thank you. I am the same way. Love all the cute stationary pieces!
Cute stationery! I love stationery too but I wouldn’t need such an extensive amount now, I left school many years ago! I do miss doing all the stationery shopping before September!
Yeah, I am not in school either but I love having all these piece for my desk and office space.
Great post! I love buying stationary for back to school as well! These items look great and I especially love the planners since I use them a lot for blogging and everyday life!
Thank you so much! I use the planners the most too! They are very helpful when it comes to blogging!
The noteball and pens are so cool! And I am a sucker for a good planner/list maker. Great tips!
Thank you so much. I think they are too!
You’ve shared some great school essentials which I’ll defiantly be sharing with friends and family. I think we all find posts like this beneficial as remembering everything can be a nightmare. Thank you so much for sharing this with us lovely Xo
Elle – ellegracedeveson.com
Thank you so much. I totally agree. I have to have everything written down or else I won’t remember any of it lol
These are all so much fun – I love the weekly habits tracker. As someone with ADD, trying to stick to a daily routine is a struggle at the best of times haha! That’s something that I could definitely see helping to keep me organized.
Thank you! Yes, that weekly habits tracker is very beneficial for sure.
I’m headed to university, so this list was so helpful! Love the looks of the calculator and folio. 🥰
Oh yay. I am glad you found the list to be helpful then!
I’m a total nerd for stationery as well! I absolutely love all the items of this list and want to purchase 🙂
Thank you so much. You definitely should! Erin Condren pieces are the best!
I’m not a student now, but I really enjoyed your blog post. Actually, I’m in love with pens, planners and all these stuff shopping. And I’m not going to stop it, haha 🙂
Thank you! I am the same way. Not a student, but still love this kind of stuff!
I was today old when I realized I needed a sticky note ball!! That looks so cool! 😀 Great post thanks for sharing! 🙂
Lol right?! Every adult needs a sticky note ball!
Yes, all these products are definitely useful either one is in school or not. But my favourite has to be the that blush calculator.🥺😍
Thank you! I love that one too! And it is so handy!
I’m a stationery addict so I love this post. Suddenly my post it pad is boring, the cube of post it notes is super cute. I want it. 😂
Thank you for sharing.
Awe so glad you enjoyed it too then! Thank you!
Such a great list not only for back to school but products that can be used for various projects and in the workplace. Thank you for sharing these suggestions.
Pastor Natalie (ExamineThisMoment)
Letstakeamoment.com
No problem at all! Glad you enjoyed this list too!
Great review and really essential thing. I am going to school, but I think from the previous year that a good pen (bought 4 colors in 1), notepad and tablet will be enough. Maybe. Though this sticky note ball is really cool and who said you can only use it while in school? It would be perfect for office/kitchen also for quick notes 🙂
Yes, I am using it in my office too because I am not going back to school either. These make perfect office accessories too!
I like back-to-school items too. I do like the new items that you have listed for back-to-school. Excellent post.