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Inspiration

Time to get inspired! Read our top tips, learn about the amazing work of our ambassadors, get a behind-the-scenes look at our workshop, and enjoy a sneak peek at the latest developments in this section dedicated to creativity and inspiration.

Our tips for painting watercolour flowers

Do It Yourself

30/09/2026

Our tips for painting watercolour flowers

Learn to paint watercolour flowers step-by-step: techniques, tips and materials to create floral compositions.

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Calligraphy starter kit: essential supplies

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10/07/2026

Calligraphy starter kit: essential supplies

Fountain pens, brushes, inkwells, brush fibre-tipped pens, paper: discover all the essential supplies and instruments you’ll need to begin your calligraphy journey.

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Learn to draw manga: basics and techniques

Do It Yourself

26/05/2026

Learn to draw manga: basics and techniques

Learn how to draw manga step-by-step: techniques, tips and supplies to create your characters.

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Collaborations

04/05/2026

Caran d’Ache + Paul Smith Edition 5: a daring new collection

New Caran d’Ache + Paul Smith collection: ballpoint pens, mechanical pencils, colour sets and notebooks that draw inspiration from the designer’s iconic Shadow Stripe.

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Kawaii Colouring Pages to Print | Easy Drawings & Step-by-Step Tutorials

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13/03/2026

Kawaii Colouring Pages to Print | Easy Drawings & Step-by-Step Tutorials

Download free printable Kawaii colouring pages and learn how to draw cute characters with our step-by-step tutorials. Caran d’Ache Kawaii Collection.

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Creative upcycling: things to do with pencil shavings

Do It Yourself

19/12/2025

Creative upcycling: things to do with pencil shavings

Discover our creative ideas and a simple tutorial on how to reuse your pencil shavings. Find inspiration with Caran d'Ache pencils.

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Pencil sharpening machine: our guide to sharpening and maintaining your cutter

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18/12/2025

Pencil sharpening machine: our guide to sharpening and maintaining your cutter

Our tips for maintaining and sharpening your pencil sharpener to extend the life and precision of your pencils.

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Ink drawing: choice of colours and techniques

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15/12/2025

Ink drawing: choice of colours and techniques

Choice of inks, instruments and techniques: follow our advice to create original works with high-quality inks from Caran d'Ache.

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Drawing: How to use blending stumps and pencil blenders

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01/12/2025

Drawing: How to use blending stumps and pencil blenders

Discover how to use blending stumps and pencil blenders to blend shadows, soften lines and create gradients in your drawings.

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Knife painting: adding textures and relief to acrylic paintings

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28/11/2025

Knife painting: adding textures and relief to acrylic paintings

Release your creativity with knife painting! Explore textures and relief effects with Caran d’Ache acrylic paint for vibrant and unique works.

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Guides

04/11/2025

Caran d’Ache Special Christmas Edition

Caran d’Ache is celebrating the festive season with its Alpine Frost Special Edition: pens, fine arts sets and accessories in frosted colours.

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Caran d’Ache coloured pencils: which range has the largest choice of colours?

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20/10/2025

Caran d’Ache coloured pencils: which range has the largest choice of colours?

Drawing and watercolour: explore infinite colour combinations thanks to Caran d’Ache’s palettes of colouring pencils. Up to 120 different colours.

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Back to Work – Return to the office with Caran d’Ache inspiration

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18/08/2025

Back to Work – Return to the office with Caran d’Ache inspiration

Iconic pens, elegant notebooks, eye-catching colour pencils… Kick-start your return to work with inspiration from Caran d’Ache’s Back to Work selection.

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Guides

25/07/2025

Create a Compact Outdoor Sketch Set

Urban sketching, travel, drawing from life… Discover Caran d’Ache’s essential supplies for a sketch kit that is lightweight, practical and creativity-inspiring.

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DIY summer postcards: 3 creative tutorials for your holidays

Do It Yourself

07/07/2025

DIY summer postcards: 3 creative tutorials for your holidays

Create your summer postcards with these three easy DIY craft activities: ice-cream, landscape and seashells, using pencils, pastels or paint with a watercolour effect.

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Zentangle: a simple and soothing drawing method

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01/07/2025

Zentangle: a simple and soothing drawing method

Discover the Zentangle method of drawing: a creative activity that’s accessible to everyone and helps alleviate stress, stimulate concentration and develop creativity.

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Drawing a Spring landscape with Fibralo™ Brush felt tip pens tutorial

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25/06/2025

Drawing a Spring landscape with Fibralo™ Brush felt tip pens tutorial

Create a vibrant springtime landscape with Fibralo™ Brush felt tip pens. Master the watercolour effect and inject life into your works.

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Les Fulgureuses: the new collection by Caran d’Ache + Kevin Germanier

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13/06/2025

Les Fulgureuses: the new collection by Caran d’Ache + Kevin Germanier

Discover Les Fulgureuses, a special edition by Caran d’Ache and Kevin Germanier: iconic pens, haute couture designs and creative sets.

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Father’s Day: a selection of exceptional gift ideas

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26/05/2025

Father’s Day: a selection of exceptional gift ideas

Iconic pens, personalised instruments, gift sets, accessories, and Swiss Made colours: find the perfect gift for Father's Day!

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50th anniversary of Neocolor™ II Aquarelle: 15 vibrant new colours

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23/05/2025

50th anniversary of Neocolor™ II Aquarelle: 15 vibrant new colours

Discover 15 new Neocolor™ II Aquarelle water-soluble pastels in an exceptional wooden box, a Special Edition to celebrate 50 years of the iconic pastel!

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Drawing techniques: how to improve and progress

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15/05/2025

Drawing techniques: how to improve and progress

Shading, gradients, colour mixing and combining…. Here are all our tips to help you improve your drawing, explore new techniques and perfect your pencil strokes.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Caran d’Ache customised pen

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06/05/2025

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Caran d’Ache customised pen

This Mother’s Day, create a unique writing instrument with Caran d’Ache that reflects all the love you have for your mother.

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Junk journaling: our tips for starting and finding inspiration for your junk journal

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10/04/2025

Junk journaling: our tips for starting and finding inspiration for your junk journal

Do you enjoy arts and crafts projects, keeping a journal or a scrapbook? Discover the new trend of junk journaling and express your creativity.

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Doodling: why is it beneficial for creativity and concentration?

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08/04/2025

Doodling: why is it beneficial for creativity and concentration?

Doodling boosts creativity and concentration while reducing stress. Learn more about its benefits and why you should try it!

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Black Edition: a collection celebrating the power of black

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12/03/2025

Black Edition: a collection celebrating the power of black

Monochrome fountain pens, ballpoint pens and mechanical pencils: celebrate the timeless power of black with the Caran d’Ache Black Edition collection.

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Guides

10/02/2025

Neoart™ 6901: Caran d'Ache's new pastel

Discover Neoart™ 6901, the superior quality Caran d'Ache pastel available in a range of intense colours that are lightfast for up to 100 years!

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News

10/02/2025

Discover the Espace Creatif Caran d’Ache

The Espace Créatif Caran d'Ache, located at Plateforme 10, in the heart of Lausanne's museum district, is a laboratory for artistic expression that celebrates creativity and the transmission of knowledge—core values of the Maison.

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CARAN D’ACHE + GERMANIER: UPCYCLING IN HAUTE COUTURE

News

31/01/2025

CARAN D’ACHE + GERMANIER: UPCYCLING IN HAUTE COUTURE

Swiss designer Kévin Germanier unveils an upcycled piece made from Caran d’Ache products in his Haute Couture show in Paris.

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8,000 REFUGEE GIRLS SUPPORTED THANKS TO CARAN D’ACHE

News

30/01/2025

8,000 REFUGEE GIRLS SUPPORTED THANKS TO CARAN D’ACHE

Celebrating the success of the Colourful Days with Switzerland for UNHCR marking a transformative step in refugee girls' education

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Guides

23/12/2024

How to keep a Commonplace Book

Gather all your thoughts in one notebook and learn how to keep a Commonplace Book to inspire you and free your imagination.

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Guides

20/12/2024

Our guide to painting on glass

Would you like to make your own stained glass or customise glass objects? Here are all our tips and techniques for painting on glass.

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Pastel drawing: which pencils and techniques?

Guides

17/12/2024

Pastel drawing: which pencils and techniques?

Dry or water-soluble pastel pencils, tips and techniques: let Caran d’Ache guide you and master the art of drawing with pastel pencils.

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