Why Do Crayons Have Paper Wrappers?

By History of Simple Things

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A crayon is basically a small stick of colored wax, so why does it need a paper wrapper? That thin strip of paper actually serves several practical purposes. It helps identify colors, keeps your hands cleaner, protects the wax, displays important information, and makes crayons easier to package and sell. In this video, we look at the history and practical design behind one of the most familiar objects from childhood and discover why manufacturers have continued wrapping crayons in paper for more than a century. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 1:06 – It Tells You What Color You’re Holding 2:20 – It Keeps Your Hands Cleaner 3:27 – It Protects the Wax 4:48 – It Makes the Crayon a Product 6:09 – Why Not Put the Information on the Wax? 7:18 – Conclusion #HistoryOfSimpleThings #Crayons #CrayonHistory #History #EverydayObjects #Design #Manufacturing #DidYouKnow #SimpleThings

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