Pencil case

Pencil case is the plain school-and-office container for pens, pencils, erasers, and the odd ruler that never quite fits. By our assessment, its strength is simple order: it keeps small things from disappearing into a bag and makes a desk less messy in a second. The limit is just as simple, because a soft one can crush and a small one fills up quickly, while a hard one takes more space. In practice, it is one of those dull objects that earns its keep by being opened and closed all day without asking for attention. Pencil case sits below more specialized desk organizers and above stuffing loose items into pockets or bags, which is a fair place for something this basic. It is for students, commuters, and anyone carrying a few writing tools, and not for someone who wants a full work kit in one place.