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Charles Leonard Wholesale & Retail

Classroom paint brushes, glitter, clips, clipboards, dry-erase boards and foam shapes

  • 130products
  • 130in stock
  • from $0.70retail
  • ✔ New, genuine Charles Leonard products in original packaging
  • ✔ Ships nationwide from Rancho Cordova, California
  • ✔ Free retail shipping on $60+ · $9.99 under
  • ✔ Wholesale & case-pack pricing for business members

SNILLC sells genuine Charles Leonard paint brushes, glitter, clips, clipboards, dry-erase boards and craft supplies at retail prices to shoppers and at wholesale case-pack prices to approved business members, shipped nationwide from California.

Charles Leonard is a New York school and office supply brand, part of the Advantus family, known for classroom staples like easel paint brushes, foam shapes, glitter and vinyl-coated paper clips. SNILLC carries about 130 Charles Leonard products across art, craft and office categories, sold at retail prices to shoppers and at wholesale case-pack prices to approved business members such as schools and resellers.

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130 Charles Leonard products

What we carry from Charles Leonard

1

Paint Brush Sets

Fourteen brush assortments, including flat-tip easel paint brushes in long-handle and short-handle versions sized for young students and classroom tempera.

2

Glitter and Craft Foam

A dozen glitter products, including 16 oz iridescent glitter jars, plus Creative Arts foam shapes and craft foam sheets for bulletin boards and craft projects.

3

Clips, Rings and Fasteners

Jumbo gem paper clips with vinyl coating, binder clips, book rings in several diameters, push pins, tacks and #32 rubber bands in boxes for desks and classrooms.

4

Clipboards and Dry-Erase Boards

Six clipboard styles and six dry-erase boards, including student lap boards for small-group work and letter-size clipboards for attendance and field work.

5

Desk Tools

Stamp pads, desktop staplers, bookends and a packaging tape dispenser round out the office side of the line.

About Charles Leonard

Charles Leonard, Inc. was founded in 1951 and is based on Long Island, New York. The company built its name supplying schools with everyday classroom goods: paint brushes, chalk and dry-erase accessories, glitter, craft foam, clips and rings. It is now part of Advantus Corp. of Jacksonville, Florida, which also owns Gem Office Products, Nudell, Sulyn glitter and the Creative Arts craft line sold under the Charles Leonard name.

The products are designed for volume use rather than premium presentation. Easel brushes have thick handles and durable bristles that survive repeated washing by children. Glitter comes in 16 oz jars instead of tiny shakers. Paper clips are vinyl coated so they do not scratch or rust on paper. Dry-erase lap boards are sized for a desk and priced so a teacher can buy a classroom set.

Teachers use Charles Leonard brushes and foam shapes for art centers, office managers restock clips, rings and stamp pads from the same catalog, and resellers list the brand because it covers a broad range of low-cost classroom items. Most products are packed in boxes or classroom-size packs, which fits case-quantity ordering.

Charles Leonard buying guide

How to pick the right Charles Leonard product and pack size.

  1. Long or short handle brushes

    Long-handle flat-tip easel brushes suit standing work at an easel and give older children more reach. Short-handle versions are easier for preschoolers to control at a table. Flat tips lay down wide strokes with tempera; buy a set with several widths so students can switch between fill and detail.

  2. Glitter jar size and type

    A 16 oz jar covers a classroom for a semester and costs far less per ounce than small shakers. Iridescent glitter shifts color under light and works on dark paper; standard glitter in a single color gives solid coverage. Store jars sealed and upright to keep glitter dry and free-flowing.

  3. Clip size and coating

    Jumbo gem clips hold roughly 20 to 30 sheets, while standard #1 clips are for a few pages. Vinyl coating prevents scratches and keeps clips from rusting onto documents in storage. For hanging charts or flip cards, book rings in 1 to 2 inch diameters are the usual choice.

  4. Buy boards by the classroom set

    Dry-erase lap boards are most useful when every student has one, so order by the number of seats plus a few spares. Pair them with low-odor dry-erase markers and erasers. Clipboards are letter size unless marked otherwise; check the clip type if you need to hold a thick stack.

Business members

Charles Leonard wholesale & bulk

Business members buy Charles Leonard from SNILLC with a $49 per year membership that unlocks wholesale and case-pack pricing on brushes, glitter, clips, clipboards, dry-erase boards and more. Many items are packed in classroom-size boxes, and clips and rubber bands come in boxes of 100 or by the pound. Use Request a bulk quote in the cart for 6 or more packs or pallet quantities. Members pay by ACH, Zelle or card (3% card fee), and a resale certificate or EIN may be required. Orders ship from Rancho Cordova, California, with tracking.

Shoppers

Buy Charles Leonard at retail

Retail shoppers can buy a single Charles Leonard brush set, glitter jar, clipboard or box of clips at retail price, checking out as a guest or with a free account and paying by card. Shipping is free on retail orders of $60 or more, and $9.99 flat under $60. Watch the weekly deals page and set a back-in-stock alert on any item that is temporarily sold out.

Charles Leonard questions, answered

Straight answers about buying Charles Leonard products from SNILLC.

Are Charles Leonard products on SNILLC genuine?

Yes. Every Charles Leonard item SNILLC sells is new, genuine and in original manufacturer packaging from Charles Leonard, Inc., part of Advantus. SNILLC does not sell generic look-alikes under the brand name.

Can I buy Charles Leonard in bulk or wholesale?

Yes. Business members ($49 per year) get wholesale and case-pack pricing on the full Charles Leonard range. For 6 or more packs or pallet quantities, use Request a bulk quote in the cart, which is how schools and resellers order classroom sets.

What Charles Leonard products does SNILLC carry?

SNILLC lists about 130 Charles Leonard products: easel and classroom paint brush sets, glitter including 16 oz iridescent jars, Creative Arts foam shapes and craft foam, vinyl-coated paper clips, binder clips, book rings, push pins and tacks, #32 rubber bands, clipboards, dry-erase boards, stamp pads, staplers, bookends and a packaging tape dispenser.

Do you ship Charles Leonard products nationwide and how fast?

Yes. All Charles Leonard orders ship within the United States from SNILLC's Rancho Cordova, California warehouse with tracking. Ready-to-ship items go out fastest, and delivery time depends on distance from Northern California.

Is there a minimum order for Charles Leonard products?

No. Retail shoppers can order a single item. Shipping is free on retail orders of $60 or more and $9.99 under that. Business members have no minimum, but wholesale and case-pack pricing applies to full cases and multi-pack orders.

Is Charles Leonard the same as Advantus?

Charles Leonard is a brand owned by Advantus Corp. The same parent also owns Gem Office Products, Nudell and Sulyn, which is why some Charles Leonard, Gem and Sulyn items look similar and share packaging styles. SNILLC lists them under their own brand pages and under Advantus.

Which Charles Leonard paint brushes are best for preschool?

Short-handle flat-tip easel brushes are easiest for small hands to control at a table. For standing easel work, long-handle flat-tip brushes give more reach. Both have sturdy bristles that handle tempera and repeated washing. A set with several widths covers filling and outlining.

How much glitter is in a Charles Leonard 16 oz jar?

One pound of glitter, which is enough for a classroom's craft projects for a semester or more. The 16 oz jar costs far less per ounce than small shaker tubes. Keep the lid sealed and store it upright and dry so the glitter stays loose.

Do Charles Leonard dry-erase boards work with any dry-erase marker?

Yes. Charles Leonard lap boards and dry-erase boards accept standard dry-erase markers such as EXPO Low Odor. Use dry-erase markers only; permanent markers will stain the surface. Wipe with a dry-erase eraser or soft cloth, and use whiteboard cleaner for ghosting.

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