Crafting brands rooted in design & storytelling

Discovering new perspectives through design, story, and strategy—a space for conversation, collaboration, and lasting connections.

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our Name

The pencil case —
our creative toolkit

The pencil case isn't just where we keep our tools, it symbolizes our creativity, where ideas soar as the pencil glides across the page. It's our toolkit, blending nostalgic charm with modern innovation—a never-ending catalyst for our creativity.

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Our Mission

Brands designed
to inspire

At the heart of our process lies understanding—getting to know you and your audience through research and discovery. We're all about exploring ideas that truly reflect your brand, weaving in compelling stories, and designing visuals that stick.

Our founder

Say hello

Hi, I’m Cat – a brand and marketing designer with a love for building brands that truly resonate. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of leading impactful projects for major brands, helping to shape their stories with thoughtful, strategic design.

That same passion inspired me to launch Pencil Case Creative, a studio built on genuine collaboration and creative purpose. Here, every idea is thoughtfully crafted, with our trusty pencil case always stocked and ready for whatever creative challenge comes next.

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SERVICES

Providing tailored
design services

Specializing in brand identity and development, our design services are uniquely tailored to reflect your story. Here's a glimpse of some key services we offer.

Brand Identity

Crafting your brand's identity involves curating its personality, logo variations, typography, colour palette, and more, all thoroughly detailed in a comprehensive brand guideline.

Brand Guidelines

You have a brand, but it needs structure. We'll develop a comprehensive guide detailing your brand's visual identity, ensuring consistency across communications and streamlining workflows.

Creative Direction

We excel at brainstorming, refining, and crafting ideas into unique, tailored concepts. Think of us as your creative collaborator, transforming rough ideas into clear and effective designs.

Website Design

Building user-centered, visually striking websites that seamlessly blend form and function. From wireframes to final launch, we ensure every touchpoint strengthens your brand and enhances user experience.

Atelier Brand Guidelines

Not sure what you need? Give us a shout, we're here to help.

Work

Handpicked, handcrafted

Highlighting our finest collaborations with incredible clients, agencies, and creatives.

Little Brown Jug brewery - brite water

Be bold. Sip brite

Brite Water, associated with Winnipeg's Little Brown Jug Brewery, decided to revamp their brand to highlight sustainability and local sourcing. The redesign focuses on eco-friendly practices, from the source of the water to its packaging, positioning Brite Water as a premium, environmentally-friendly option. This fresh new look enhances its identity and underscores its dedication to environmental values.

our provided services:
Brand Identity
Brand Guideline
Package Design
In collaboration with  Little Ghost Creative

Forks Trading Co.

Made for makers

Since 2008, Forks Trading Company has meticulously curated unique products, shining a spotlight on Manitoba's remarkable Maker community. Recently, the FTC team sought a brand refresh for their main identity and additional sub-brands—The Allery and Maker Faire.

The Allery is a studio space that welcomes every hue of creativity, where thoughts and ideas have the freedom to unfurl. Maker Faire is a vibrant market, a ‘faire’ in its truest sense. It’s a gathering point where makers can exhibit their craft, tell their story, and connect with an audience that appreciates handcrafted goods.

our provided services:
Brand Identity
x2 Subrand Identities
Brand Guideline
Store Signage
In collaboration with  Little Ghost Creative

Leadwise Business foundations

Lead wisely

Leadwise is a brand focused on helping professionals unlock their potential through coaching and leadership development. We partnered with them to build a brand identity and website that genuinely captures their mission. Every component of the brand was crafted to feel both empowering and approachable, giving professionals a place to connect, grow, and feel inspired in their leadership journey.

our provided services:
Brand Identity
Brand Guideline
Website Design
LeadWise.ca

Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries - drink sense

Boozeless bevies

The DrinkSense rebrand was a project geared towards helping folks strike a balance when it came to drinking. The program offers practical tips and useful information for making smarter choices about alcohol. Choices that can bring positive influences to your life like adding more energy to your days, creating unforgettable memories and improving your overall well-being. The goal: to shed a positive light on the topic, and educate people on safe and healthy ways to incorporate alcohol into their lives.

our provided services:
Brand Identity
In collaboration with  UpHouse Inc.

Home One Germany

Welcome home

Home One has been dedicated to designing and building resorts, cabins, and saunas that embody their core principles of sustainability, accessibility, and minimalism. With plans to broaden their product range to include single-family homes, the Cabin One team realized it was time for a name and identity refresh. The rebrand aimed to shine a light on their expanded offerings while staying true to their vision.

our provided services:
Brand Identity
Brand Guideline
Products Brochure
Iconography
In collaboration with  Little Ghost Creative

St. vital centre

Everyday inspired

St. Vital Centre isn't just your typical retail shopping spot. This neighbourhood mall takes pride in being a hub that goes beyond simple shopping needs. Whether it's arranging a kids' birthday, chilling out at the arcade, catching a movie, exploring the tots' play area, or organizing a successful fundraiser, it's a place for more than just retail therapy. Their focus? To emphasize the mall's cozy atmosphere by refreshing the brand's identity, welcoming back familiar faces and attracting newcomers to a space that embodies "Everyday Inspired."

our provided services:
Brand Identity
Brand Guideline
Iconography
In collaboration with  UpHouse Inc.

camp cantina

Taste the stars

Dreaming of a new venture, the owner of Camp Cantina wanted to infuse their love for food and wine into Riding Mountain National Park in Manitoba, Canada. Nestled within the historic Danceland building—a vibrant space featuring a deli, takeaway counter, and wine bar, all embraced by the park's stunning natural surroundings.

our provided services:
Brand Identity
Brand Guideline
In collaboration with  Little Ghost Creative

Process

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We're all ears.
Tell us everything

To kick things off, we're getting to know your goals, dreams, and design obstacles that need special attention. We're dedicated to gaining a profound insight into your story, mission, values, and the audiences you're targeting.

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Findings uncovered
and ideas formed

Here we do a deep dive into research, exploring market trends, understanding what speaks to your audience, and getting a grasp on what competitors are up to. These discoveries become the building blocks for moodboards that paint different pictures of how your brand's visual story could unfold.

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Put pen to paper

Here's where we transform the moodboard into polished visuals. We're diving into detailed drafts, tweaking everything from logo variations to colour palettes, typography, imagery, layout—every detail matters in sculpting a cohesive visual language that resonates with your vision.

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Final touches

We're on a mission to fine-tune every aspect to match your vision flawlessly. Your insights are gold to us – we're tuned in to every thought you share. It's these small tweaks that truly transform your project from great to outstanding.

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Your toolkit is ready

With these polished files or guidelines at your disposal, you've got an adaptable toolkit primed for use across diverse platforms. But hey, we're still here for you—reach out anytime for follow-up questions or consultation.

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