--- product_id: 734165611 title: "Strathmore Spiral Tone Sketchbook 5.5\"x8.5\" Gray 50 Sheets" brand: "strathmore" price: "31016CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Strathmore" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/734165611-strathmore-spiral-tone-sketchbook-5-5x8-5-gray-50-sheets store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 50 premium textured sheets 5.5" x 8.5" portable size 100% recycled with 30% post-consumer fiber Strathmore Spiral Tone Sketchbook 5.5"x8.5" Gray 50 Sheets **Brand:** strathmore **Price:** 31016CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your sketches with the gray tone that pros swear by! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Strathmore Spiral Tone Sketchbook 5.5"x8.5" Gray 50 Sheets by strathmore - **How much does it cost?** 31016CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/734165611-strathmore-spiral-tone-sketchbook-5-5x8-5-gray-50-sheets) ## Best For - strathmore enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted strathmore brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Highlight Pop:** White charcoal or gel pen highlights create stunning 3D effects impossible on white paper. - • **Mid-Tone Magic:** Cool gray paper acts as the perfect middle value, cutting your shading time in half. - • **Ideal Surface Texture:** Balanced tooth grips graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils for flawless detail. - • **Sustainable & Premium:** Eco-friendly, acid-free paper ensures your art stays vibrant and archival. - • **Perfect Sketch Companion:** Compact 5.5" x 8.5" size with 50 sheets fits your creative flow anywhere. ## Overview The Strathmore Spiral Tone Sketchbook features 50 sheets of 80lb acid-free, textured gray paper designed to enhance your drawing experience by providing a mid-tone base. Its eco-conscious construction includes 30% post-consumer recycled fiber, making it both premium and sustainable. Ideal for graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils, this 5.5" x 8.5" sketchbook is a must-have for artists seeking professional results and portability. ## Description Plaid: Set in Kraft Paint Number Studio It's easy to become an artist with this set! Match the number of paint color exactly in the number printed on the canvas and input it. This package includes two 7" x 6-1/2" preprinted textured art boards; two 11" x 14" preprinted full-color panels; paint brush. Acrylic paints and trilingual instructions and graphs. Assorted designs; each sold separately. Conforms to ASTM D 4236. Not intended for children under 13 years of age. Imported Review: Great addition to any art enthusiast - Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your art journey, the Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad is one of those rare supplies that immediately changes how you think about drawing. It is a staple on my desk for several reasons. Why This Paper Is a Game Changer The Mid-Tone Magic: Starting with a cool gray background instead of a blinding white one does half the work for you. Since the paper acts as your "middle value," you only have to focus on adding your darkest shadows and brightest highlights. The Perfect "Tooth": The surface texture is smooth enough for fine detail work but has just enough grit (tooth) to grab onto graphite, colored pencils, and charcoal without it sliding around. Pop Your Highlights: This is where the paper shines. Using a white charcoal pencil or a white gel pen on this gray surface creates an incredible 3D effect that you just can't achieve on white paper. Sustainable Quality: It’s 100% recycled (containing 30% post-consumer fiber), yet it feels premium and acid-free, so your sketches won't yellow or degrade over time. Review: ممتاز - ممتاز ## Features - All are in English. Please check the seller comments before purchasing ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B008D2TUUI | | Amazon Bestseller | #827,079 in Hobbies ( See Top 100 in Hobbies ) #1,332 in Sketchbooks & Notebooks | | Brand | Strathmore | | Brand Name | Strathmore | | Color | gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,666 Your Review | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00012017412158 | | Item Weight | 0.24 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Pro-Art | | Paper Finish | Texture Laid | | Paper Weight | 80 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Sketch | | Sheet Count | 50 | | UPC | 012017412158 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Strathmore - **Color:** gray - **Paper Finish:** Texture Laid - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Sketch - **Sheet Count:** 50 ## Images ![Strathmore Spiral Tone Sketchbook 5.5"x8.5" Gray 50 Sheets - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71laymdi8yL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: has anyone tried to watercolor on it?** A: Yeah but watercolor works and looks best on white paper. Kind of odd on grey. But whatever works for you. **Q: Is this grey paper dark, medium or ljght grey?** A: Medium gray. Dark mediums still visible on this paper. White really pops on this paper ^^ **Q: Arw there 50 sheets or 22? Reviews said they only have 22 but description says 50.** A: 50 is correct. Beware they sell also packages with paper sheets. **Q: Can you use colored pencils on here** A: This sketchbook is mainly for pencils and it's amazing with my prismacolors so yes 100% ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great addition to any art enthusiast *by N***B on March 30, 2026* Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your art journey, the Strathmore 400 Series Toned Gray Sketch Pad is one of those rare supplies that immediately changes how you think about drawing. It is a staple on my desk for several reasons. Why This Paper Is a Game Changer The Mid-Tone Magic: Starting with a cool gray background instead of a blinding white one does half the work for you. Since the paper acts as your "middle value," you only have to focus on adding your darkest shadows and brightest highlights. The Perfect "Tooth": The surface texture is smooth enough for fine detail work but has just enough grit (tooth) to grab onto graphite, colored pencils, and charcoal without it sliding around. Pop Your Highlights: This is where the paper shines. Using a white charcoal pencil or a white gel pen on this gray surface creates an incredible 3D effect that you just can't achieve on white paper. Sustainable Quality: It’s 100% recycled (containing 30% post-consumer fiber), yet it feels premium and acid-free, so your sketches won't yellow or degrade over time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ممتاز *by A***I on April 14, 2026* ممتاز ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for sketching *by M***D on May 31, 2021* Just what I wanted. The tone is perfect for adding white pencil and charcoal for gorgeous grayscale drawings. The paper can even handle light watercolour and gouache washes. ## Frequently Bought Together - Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Gray, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Tan, 9x12 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students - Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pad, Toned Blue, 5.5x8.5 inch, 50 Sheets - Artist Sketchbook for Drawing, Illustration, Art Class Students --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/734165611-strathmore-spiral-tone-sketchbook-5-5x8-5-gray-50-sheets](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/734165611-strathmore-spiral-tone-sketchbook-5-5x8-5-gray-50-sheets) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-06-19*