Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 477,692 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,285 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 107,665 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,285 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 107,665 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,232 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 477,692 cutting edge ideas.

32 Examples of Eccentric Pencils

From Vibrant Exposed Pencils to Rapping Writing Tools

— August 22, 2013 — Eco
As August is coming to a close and the school year is about to begin, these eccentric pencils will help you start the semester in style.

Pencils have fallen from popularity and have been replaced by the pen; however this year, these writing tools will allow you to get homework done in style. Depending on the school you attend, and what year you are in, it may delegate which of the pencils is perfect for you.

Everything from famous movie quotes, to swear words, to floral patterns are included in this list. There are even scented pencils, which will make your hands smell fabulous.

It can be tough to want to go back to school, but studying will be a lot more fun if the writing tool you are using is showing you inspirational words. These eccentric pencils may not guarantee straight A's, but they will help you get through the challenging first few weeks.
5.6
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
32
Sporty Stationery
Sporty Stationery
The Hockey Stick Pencil Will Inspire Fun and Games
<
31
Nostalgic Moment Stationeries
Nostalgic Moment Stationeries
Relive Your Favorite Memories with Designs from the One Fine Dae Ets
<
30
Sleek Scented Sticks
Sleek Scented Sticks
‘A Rather Novel Collection Fragrance Pencil' From Anthropologie
<
29
Song-Playing Scrawlers
Song-Playing Scrawlers
Pendio by Yeongkeun Jeong Provides Audio Entertainment While You Write
<
28
Peculiar Broom-Shaped Pencils
Peculiar Broom-Shaped Pencils
This Clever Pencil Design Has an Eraser Broom Attachment
<
27
Motivational Writing Utensils
Motivational Writing Utensils
The 'Keep Calm and Carry On' Pencils Will Help You Through Hard Work
<
26
Lighter-Inspired Writing Utensils
Lighter-Inspired Writing Utensils
The Sharpener Lite Will Make You Look Badass in the Classroom
<
25
Percussion Writing Tools
Percussion Writing Tools
Perform Drum Solos During Lunch Breaks With Drumstick Pencils
<
24
Effacing Graphite Implements
Effacing Graphite Implements
The DUK1106 Eraser Pencil Merges Two Note-Taking Tools
<
23
Sitcom Romance Writing Tools
Sitcom Romance Writing Tools
The Teenage Power Couple Pencil Set Pays Tribute to Darling Duos
<
22
Calendrical Countdown Stationery
Calendrical Countdown Stationery
The Hello Weekend Pencils Collection Anticipates the Week's End
<
21
Gambling Writing Tools
Gambling Writing Tools
The Pencil Dice is Both Practical and Fun
<
20
Graphite Writing Bullet Shells
Graphite Writing Bullet Shells
These Replica .50 Caliber Sculptures Last for Seven to Nine Years
<
19
Bullethead Writing Utensils
Bullethead Writing Utensils
Bring the Highly Stylized Midori Brass Pencils Back to School
<
18
Romantic Message Stationery
Romantic Message Stationery
The Enamored Pencil Set Features Sweet Sayings
<
17
Potty-Mouthed Pencils
Potty-Mouthed Pencils
These X-Rated Pencils From The Carbon Crusader Are Hilarious
<
16
Pleading Pencils
Pleading Pencils
Dino Sanchez Creatively Reminds Us That the Pencil Seems to Be Going Extinct
<
15
Anti-Smoking Stationary
Anti-Smoking Stationary
The No Smoking Cigarette Pencils Have an Addictive Appearance
<
14
Delicate Floral Stationary
Delicate Floral Stationary
Maoiliosa by Melissa Griffith Features Asian-Inspired Designs
<
13
Rapping Writing Tools
Rapping Writing Tools
One Up Designs' Classic Rap No. 2 Pencil Set is for Writing Rhymes
<
12
Deceptive Hybrid Writing Tools
Deceptive Hybrid Writing Tools
This Wooden Mechanical Pencil Combines Two Types of Writing Tools
<
11
Vibrant Exposed Pencils
Vibrant Exposed Pencils
The Lyra 'Colorstripe' Strips Away Its Shell to Expose Vivid Colors
<
10
Self-Sharpening Drawing Tools
Self-Sharpening Drawing Tools
Mechanical Colored Pencils Let You Color Without Stopping
<
9
Rectilinear Writing Tools
Rectilinear Writing Tools
Moleskine Rectangular Pencils Reexamine Stationery Standards
<
8
Recipe-Ridden Writing Supplies
Recipe-Ridden Writing Supplies
Paperpastries Pencils are the "Write" Way to Gain Knowledge
<
7
Environmentally Friendly Stationery
Environmentally Friendly Stationery
The Eco Highlighters are Made for Creative Kids
<
6
Scrappy Writing Tools
Scrappy Writing Tools
Ariane Prin Creates Eco-Friendly Pencils Made Out of Sawdust
<
5
Famous Movie Quote Pencils
Famous Movie Quote Pencils
These Pink Pencils Feature Hilarious Mean Girls Movie Quotes
<
4
Clever Fastening Scribblers
Clever Fastening Scribblers
The Clip Pencil Keeps Your Documents Organized
<
3
Exacerbated Exclamation Pencils
Exacerbated Exclamation Pencils
These Foul-Mouthed Statement Pencils are Fed Up
<
2
Sustainable Matchstick Stationery
Sustainable Matchstick Stationery
Protect the Environment One Recycled Paper Pencil at a Time
<
1
DIY Cement Pencil Holders
DIY Cement Pencil Holders
This Simplistic DIY Pencil Holder is Punched with Holes Like a Honeycomb
<