Title of Feed en glenn.stotz@thebuddygroup.com Copyright 2013 2013-06-01T18:08:26+00:00 Instagram Contest: Super Dad or Super Grad? http://www.pentel.com/blog/instagram-contest-super-dad-or-super-grad/ Do you know a Super Grad who recently finished school? Or a Super Dad who deserves to be recognized? Pentel is taking a moment to recognize the Super people in our lives. Join us in acknowledging your Super Grad or Super Dad for a chance to win him/her a Laptop & Pentel products! Two winners with the most likes will be chosen to win a laptop, while a third will be chosen at random to win a Pentel prize pack!

 

To Play:

Show us why your Super Grad or Super Dad deserves to win a laptop by uploading an original drawing, sketch, writing or photo to Pentel via Instagram. (Note: If your  profile is private, it won't show up in the feed for @pentelofamerica to view)

Use the hashtag #SUPERDAD or #SUPERGRAD, and be sure to tag @pentelofamerica.

To Win:

Receive the most likes on your Instagram post for a chance to win.  

The Rules:

  1. (1) Entry per person via Instagram
  2. Entry period June 3-14th, 2013
  3. Two entries who obtain the most "likes" will win one Laptop each
  4. One entry will be chosen at random to win Pentel Products
  5. Must be a resident of the U.S.

The Prizes:

  • (1) Laptop
  • (1) Pentel Prize Pack

 

 

 

]]> 2013-06-01T18:08:26+00:00 Be a Pentel hero, win $250k for your school & $250k for yourself! http://www.pentel.com/blog/be-a-pentel-hero-win-250k-for-your-school-250k-for-yourself/ Calling all Pentel super fans! Have you ever dreamed of being a superhero? With the Power of Pentel you could win $500,000 to make a difference ($250,000 for your favorite school & $250,000 for yourself)! Unleash the Power of Pentel: http://www.pentel.com/power.

Want to Play?

To participate simply buy marked packages of Pentel EnerGel-X® pens or mail in for a code (no purchase necessary). 

Then visit www.pentel.com/power  and enter the code to see if you can “Unleash the Power of Pentel.” 

There is no limit to the number of entries and Pentel will be awarding second chance prizes via random drawings every week.

More Chances to Win!

Throughout the duration of the contest (June 1- October 31, 2013) fans can engage in fun, hero-themed contests on the Pentel's social sites, like Facebook®, Instagram®, Twitter® and Pinterest®.

]]> 2013-05-29T17:11:47+00:00 Mother’s Day Crafting http://www.pentel.com/blog/mothers-day-crafting/ Did you know that the majority of moms would rather recieve a homemade gift instead of a store bought one? We scoured the web to find simple DIY gifts for mom, they are simple for all ages! We have links to our favorites below. So, break out your Pentel Arts products and get to crafting. Your mom will appreciate it!

6 Creative Mother’s Day Crafts and Card Ideas

Real Simple Magazine

Gifted! Indulge Your Craft-Minded Mom

Martha Stewart Living

20 Homemade Mother's Day gift ideas

Sheknows.com

 

What are you doing to make Mother's Day special?

]]> 2013-05-09T23:04:13+00:00 National Teachers’ Day: Giveaway http://www.pentel.com/blog/national-teachers-day-giveaway/ When we think about school, some of our best years can be attributed to our favorite teachers. We don’t always share the gratitude with our teachers, so let’s take the time to thank them and give back!

In honor of National Teachers’ Day, Pentel is celebrating by hosting a giveaway for our fans.

Follow the steps below for a chance to win Pentel of America goodies for you and your favorite teacher. 

Enter Here (5/7-5/8)

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Prize Pack Includes:

FINE PRINT: Must be 18 years or older & a resident of the U.S. 
]]> 2013-05-06T21:16:06+00:00 Pentel of America: Recycology http://www.pentel.com/blog/pentel-of-america-recycology/ Pentel created the Recycology™ program to enhance its mission of helping the environment by creating less waste and increasing recycling activity. In today's world, the protection of the global environment and the prevention of pollution represent tough challenges and have become more important than ever before.

At Pentel we recognize that our natural resources represent the strength and future direction of our lives. We are working hard to make a positive contribution to the environment by minimizing our use of natural resources.

We focus on protecting natural resources and the environment at all stages of the manufacturing process. In our Recycology™ products we ensure that all products meet strict environmental standards. We use both recycled content and post-consumer recycled content in these products. All products in this line are made from a minimum of 50% recycled content excluding consumable content and refills.

]]> 2013-04-18T17:52:11+00:00 Pentel Sign Pen 50 Year Anniversary Giveaway http://www.pentel.com/blog/pentel-sign-pen-50-year-anniversary-giveaway/ Happy Birthday!

Join us in celebrating the birthday of our very own Pentel Sign Pen. We are happy to announce that our Sign Pen turns 50 years old this month! We know…doesn’t look a day over 20!

The Pentel Sign Pen is the original fiber-tipped pen, perfect for writing, drawing or doodling. The snap fit- cap keeps the extra durable tip fresh and ready to use every time!

Instead of accepting gifts, our Sign Pen wants to be your gift. Over the next month we are awarding one Sign Pen to 50 lucky fans, at random from the highest scoring points! It’s easy, enter below and you could win.

Enter Here!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Shop Pentel.com:

Fine Print: Must be 18yrs or older, and a resident of the United States. Winners will be chosen at random over a 30 day period.

]]> 2013-03-12T23:28:50+00:00 Pentel of America Oscar Fan Experience http://www.pentel.com/blog/pentel-of-america-oscar-fan-experience/ This month Pentel of America is heading to The 85th Annual Academy awards as the official pen of the Oscar Fan Experience. To celebrate, The Academy is giving away a year's worth of Pentel product on Facebook. Hurry, head on over to their page, the contest is today only! Enter here: http://ow.ly/hDSNe.

]]> 2013-02-12T05:55:50+00:00 Valentine’s Day—Chance to Win! http://www.pentel.com/blog/valentines-day-chance-to-win/ We are in Valentine's Day countdown! Less than a week till we celebrate the day dedicated to love and acknowledgement. We scoured the web and listed four of our favorite ideas to help you and your family create the best homemade Valentine's this year. Cover photo source.

For a Significant Other

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For the Grandparents

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For a New Crush

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For Mom & Dad

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Tell us about your homemade Valentines in the comments section below and you could win a pack of Pentel water colors!

**Bonus: Tweet us @pentelofamerica or post on Facebook.com/pentelofamerica for an added chance!

FINE PRINT: Must be 18 years & older, and U.S. resident. Contest ends 2/8/13 11:59 pm PST

]]> 2013-02-08T16:01:28+00:00 Last Day: Pentel of America National Handwriting Day Contest! http://www.pentel.com/blog/last-day-pentel-of-america-national-handwriting-day-contest/ Hurry, you have till 11:59 p.m. PST on 1/31 to submit your entry for Pentel's National Handwriting Day contest. Five winners will receive a $25 Visa gift card and $100 worth of Pentel prizes! Enter here: http://ow.ly/hhbAw.

What's This All About?

In celebration of National Handwriting Day, Pentel of America is paying homage to the art - and the heart - of the handwritten note. We're asking you to recognize someone special with a handwritten thank you note - and we're awarding prizes to the best ones.

How Do I Enter?

Visit the Pentel of America National Handwriting Day Facebook Tab

  1. Grab your favorite Pentel Pen
  2. Handwrite a thank you note
  3. Snap a picture of your note
  4. Upload your image to the tab 

At the end of the month Pentel will select five of the best entries to win!

Five Lucky Winners

The top five best entries will receive a gift box of Pentel product and a $25 Visa® gift card.
Not to mention the winning notes will be showcased on the Pentel of America social pages.

]]> 2013-01-31T11:24:55+00:00 Pin This: The Art of the Handwritten Thank You Note! http://www.pentel.com/blog/pin-this-the-art-of-the-handwritten-thank-you-note/

What's This All About?

In celebration of National Handwriting Day, Pentel of America is paying homage to the art - and the heart - of the handwritten note. We're asking you to recognize someone special with a handwritten thank you note - and we're awarding prizes to the best ones.

How Do I Enter?

Visit the Pentel of America National Handwriting Day Facebook Tab

  1. Grab your favorite Pentel Pen
  2. Handwrite a thank you note
  3. Snap a picture of your note
  4. Upload your image to the tab 

At the end of the month Pentel will select five of the best entries to win!

Five Lucky Winners

The top five best entries will receive a gift box of Pentel product and a $25 Visa® gift card.
Not to mention the winning notes will be showcased on the Pentel of America social pages.

First 50 To Enter

Hurry, be the first 50 to enter & you will automatically win a Pentel product prize!

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