Crayola is officially killing the Dandelion crayon, marking the first time the company has ever retired a color from its 24-count box.

A new color will be added to the iconic crayon set, but Crayola has delayed that announcement until May. The company only said that the new shade will be "in the blue family."

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We, being on the forefront of all crayon news, think they should go with something modern. Something 2017.

Crayola, if you're reading this, please consider one of our 2017-based ideas for your next crayon. It's only right.

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