Make or purchases cases and containers for the pencils. A number of household items, such as old coffee containers, small boxes, etc., work well for storing colored pencils. Another option is to purchase a sturdy case for the pencils. Professional nylon or leather cases provide better protection which is important if you are using professional artist's pencils. The cases are padded and have an elastic band that hold the pencils in place.
Categorize the pencils by color and type. Ranking the pencils by color and type allows you to develop an effective and efficient organization plan. Group pencils of the same or similar color, going from darker or lighter shades, together. Colored pencils use different types of lead. It is easier to blend colors with colored pencils that have finer lead. Another option is to group the colors that you tend to use most frequently together in the same case or container.
Identify the container or case with a distinguishing feature or mark. Once the colored pencils have been placed in the appropriate case or container it is important to keep track of where they are. A number of options will work such as: (1) marking the case/container with a emblem or symbol, (2) numbering the case/container, or (3) using different colored cases or containers.