ARTISTIC children are invited to take part in a colouring competition to design their dream pencil case.

The contest is run by Ryman Stationery and two lucky youngsters will be given the opportunity to create their drawings in time for the new school term.

Ryman’s chairman Theo Paphitis said: “It’s so important to encourage creativity in kids, especially during the long summer holidays. After all, these are the brains that will be running shops in the future.”

The competition is split into two age categories, under 10s and 11 to 16 years old. For an entry form, pop into one of the stores or visit www.ryman.-co.uk/Perfect-Pencil-Case-Competition