About Coloring Your Own

Coloring Your Own (CYO) was born from a simple yet powerful idea—creativity should be part of everyday life, not just art class. Inspired by a childhood longing for a colorable backpack that didn’t exist, founder Michelle Mildred set out to create a product that blends self-expression with function. After years of development, CYO has evolved into a premium, thoughtfully designed collection of color-your-own products, featuring a custom-engineered fabric that enhances the coloring experience. CYO products transform the everyday—backpacks, pouches, crossbody bags, and throw blankets—into interactive, personalized pieces. Whether filling the gaps between school and meetings, replacing screen time, or offering a stress-relieving creative escape, CYO makes art accessible anywhere. Customers don’t just color—they create something uniquely theirs. Now in its third generation, which are the only products listed on Faire, CYO has perfected its signature coloring fabric, offering bold black designs on a crisp white canvas with a velvety texture reminiscent of classic felt posters from the 90s & 2000s. With innovation at its core, CYO continues to redefine what creativity on-the-go can be, ensuring that art isn’t confined to sketchbooks—it lives, travels, and grows with you.Read their story