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About Notebook & Penguin

COLOR & DESIGN INSPIRATION FOR CREATIVES

Notebook & Penguin is on a mission to make color accessible, inspiring, and easy to use.

We believe that color is one of the most powerful tools in design – and everyone should have access to all the tools they need when working with it. Whether you’re a graphic designer, web developer, or DIY enthusiast, we’re here to help you find the perfect colors for your next project.

What We Offer

Notebook & Penguin is a design resource for creatives who need color palettes, hex codes, and design inspiration – fast. So we’ve curated a growing collection of practical color tools and guides to save you time and spark your creativity.

Here You’ll Find:

  • Curated color palettes with hex codes for easy use
  • Color guides and theory explained simply and clearly
  • Design inspiration for your creative work
  • Practical tools and resources you can use immediately

We provide ready-to-use color palettes, hex codes, and design inspiration so you can spend less time searching and more time creating. No fluff. No endless scrolling. Just the colors you need, when you need them.


Our Approach

We believe in keeping things simple, practical, and beautiful.

  • Simple: We explain color theory in plain English, not technical jargon.
  • Practical: Every palette includes hex codes so you can start using it immediately.
  • Beautiful: We curate palettes that actually work in real-world design projects.

Whether you’re working on a branding project, designing a website, redecorating a room, or just looking for fresh color combinations and ideas, you’ll find something here to inspire you.


Stay a While

We’re so glad you’re here. Take a look around, explore our color guides, and find your next favorite palette. Have a color request or feedback? We’d love to hear from you!


A Quick Note

If you’re looking for Bible studies, devotionals, or Christian printables, we’ve moved that content to a dedicated space at Search His Pages. Notebook & Penguin is now exclusively focused on color, design, and creative inspiration.


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Ready to get started? Check out our popular guides below…

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