Wherever kids are learning from right now, back-to-school time is still an exciting part of the year. It's fun to reconnect with teachers and other kids, and it's also fun to go back-to-school shopping for supplies . And while it's great to pick up some new markers and pencils at the store, some kids like to go the extra mile and look for truly unique back-to-school supplies.
Enter: Etsy, aka your one-stop shop for the genuinely fun and unique. There are so many cool things to find on Etsy, and it probably surprises no one that vintage school supplies are definitely on the list.
When I was in elementary school, Lisa Frank was all the rage. Lisa designed just about everything: stickers, backpacks, you name it, all bedecked in her signature brand of zany color everywhere. For my young self, Lisa Frank was just the end-all and be-all of cool. So you can imagine my delight when I discovered many of her items are all over Etsy, along with a bunch of amazing vintage back-to-school supplies.
Lisa Frank Backpack
Let's go ahead and rip this Band-Aid off right away. The good news is that there are so many Lisa Frank backpacks available on Etsy! The bad news is that a lot of them cost more than $200. Yikes! This one is adorable (kittens!) and under $100, so it's the winner.
Shop Now: Retro the Fantastic World of Lisa Frank Rainbow Kittens Backpack ($75)
1980s Pencils
If you ask me, the best part of these vintage pencils is the eraser toppers. I remember being so obsessed with collecting as many of these as I could! It would definitely be fun to introduce your kids to this particular nostalgic school supply.
Shop Now: 1980s Pencils ($1.50)
Marvin the Martian Study Kit
This super-adorable vintage study kit has everything your little student needs to thrive: zippered pencil bag, pencil sharpener, eraser, and ruler. Plus, it's Marvin the Martian themed, which means it's adorable.
Shop Now: Marvin the Martian Study Kit ($12.95)
'Goosebumps' Binder
Oh man, Goosebumps! Those books were definitely all the rage back in the day, and this three-ring binder is a great reminder of the series.
Shop Now: Goosebumps 3-Ring Binder ($30)
Lisa Frank Folders
Oh yes: There's more Lisa Frank available! This time, you can get folders that are decorated with unicorns, dolphins, and leopards. Your vintage-loving child will adore these, and you'll get a kick out of your childhood coexisting with your kid's.
Shop Now: Lisa Frank Folders ($5)
Mystery Nostalgia Pack
If you want to get your kid a whole grab bag of vintage school supplies, this Mystery Nostalgia Pack is just the thing. The exact details aren't provided, but each pack could contain erasers, pencils, stickers, pens, and more.
Shop Now: Mystery Nostalgia Pack ($14)
'80s Peanuts Pocket Folders
If we're really going vintage, we have to go all the way. These Peanuts-themed pocket folders are super adorable, and there are options! You can snag Lucy, Sally, or Snoopy, or even get all three.
Shop Now: '80s Peanuts Pocket Folders ($6.30)
