We all love a little extra treat on top of our main gift. It’s equally rewarding to give a little something you’ve found that’s unexpected, but you know they will love. Because it either has a story behind it, or it links back to their interests.
Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone else, these stocking fillers are ones for creatives, writers, novelists, coworkers and they make great, unique stationery gifts that offer something different. The kind of gift that makes them smile from the inside out.
These small-but-mighty gifts are rich in texture, clever by design, and built to bring real joy. From refillable pens to Parisian desk gadgets, consider this your curated list of creative gifts for Christmas 2025.
Quick Gifting Picks for Stationery Lovers
- Refillable Pen Trio Gift Sets
- Papier Tigre Eraser
- Papier Tigre Hand Crank Sharpener
- Colour-Coordinated Notepad Blocks
- Washi Tape Bundles
- Do Book - Wise Pocket-sized Guides
- Risograph 2026 Mini Calendar
- Mini Pouches
- Notebook Bands
- Foil Animal Bookmarks
- A Pocket Pen (coming soon)
1. Office Gifts: Everyday Pen Trio Set
If you're after something that feels luxurious but is useful for every day, look no further than the Everyday Pen. It’s refillable, made from light cedarwood with just enough weight in the hand, and writes with a satisfying smoothness that elevates every list, doodle or note to self. The pens have a needle-like 0.5mm tip creates an ultra fine writing line, satisfying to use and luxurious upgrade from a basic biro.
Our bestselling Trio Gift Set includes three Everyday Pen colourways, three extra refills, and comes packaged in a tactile G .F Smith gifting envelope. It's hand folded from paper made in the Lake District and sealed with a Papersmiths sticker.
One of our most thoughtful stationery gift sets, and a perfect stocking filler for writers, notetakers and pen connoisseurs.
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2. Unique Stationery Gifts from Papier Tigre
Every stocking needs a wildcard. Something unique. These little stationery gifts do just that. Inject a little Parisian cool into their pencil case with the Tiger Shaped Eraser or a bold, playful, yet practical tool on their desk like the Hand Crank Sharpener from Papier Tigre. They’re unexpected, joyful, and so giftable. These are treś cool stationery items that will make them grin.
Perfect for gifts for coworkers, creative friends, and anyone who needs a little design delight on their desk.
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3. Stylish Stocking Filler: Notepad Block Sets
These are a stylish stocking filler, especially when coordinated with an Everyday Pen. But they’re also incredibly a practical and thoughtful gift.
These chunky little pads are printed in Papersmiths' signature Misty Pink and Butter Yellow. Choose from individual blocks, mix and match, or opt for the Block Bundle Gift Set featuring all four colourways. A small-but-mighty gift for home offices, studios, and bedside tables alike. Practical and stylish for anyone who always has a to-do list nearby.
If you know someone who needs a bit of organisation in their life (don’t we all), or loves a to-do list, our Notepad Blocks were made for them.
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4. Cute Stationery Sets: Washi Tape Bundles
For the crafty, the bullet journalers, the scrapbook artists and gift wrappers. Washi tape is one of those things you can never have enough of. There’s always many way you can use it and it comes in handy throughout the year. We’re particularly fond of the new Yuk Fun Pink Washi Tape, or you can get a bundle with a few designs from mt tape or our favourite worm tape designer Suzie Winsor to stock up.
Ideal for creative gifts, cute stationery sets, or anyone that loves to decorate, collage or journal.
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5. Creative Gift Idea: Do Books Pocket Collection
The Do Book series is a Papersmiths favourite for a reason. Each pocket-sized paperback is written by an expert, offering thoughtful, actionable insights into everything from creativity to mindfulness.
Pick one on a subject that interests them. Whether it’s self-development through meditation, work, or learning a new skill. These books are full of wisdom and encouragement from people who know what they’re talking about. Choose from titles like Do Nourish, Do Reset, Do Conversation, and you’ve got a gift that feels tailored and inspiring.
Great gifts for novelists, authors, thinkers - anyone who likes their wisdom pocket-sized.
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6. Christmas Stationery Pick: 2026 Risograph Mini Calendar
Printed by Glasgow-based studio Risotto, these 2026 Mini Calendars are like little pieces of functional art. Risograph printing uses layered soy-based inks to create punchy, imperfect prints with beautiful texture and character. Each month becomes a pop of colour on your desk or fridge.
You don’t need to write on it. Just hang it, admire it, and circle your holidays if you fancy. A brilliant stocking filler for design lovers that want a bite sized overview of their year..
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7. Practical Stocking Fillers: Mini Pouches
If your giftee is the kind to hoard loyalty cards, coins, stickers, anything that tends to go astray without proper organisation, then these Mini Pouches will be a saving grace. They’re attractively priced, whether you opt for one or the full trio. Loved by students and adored by teachers, these pouches are perfect for keeping all your little essentials secure. Crafted from durable mesh fabric, it’s transparent yet tough, ensuring belongings stay safe and sound.
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8. A Genius Invention: Notebook Bands
Notebook bands keep everything together. Your notes, pens, and sanity in return.
These make a great stocking filler. For those who don’t already know about them, they’ll be impressed by the genius of it. And for those who do? They’ll be overjoyed to get their hands on another. You can loop up to five pens around your notebooks, diaries and notes, keeping everything together in your bag so you don’t lose a thing.
They're made in the Czech republic, by a team of seamstresses using materials sourced locally to them in Lidice.
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9. Glitzy Stocking Filler: Foil Animal Bookmarks
Cat or dog? The age-old question. These Foil Animal Bookmarks are for either team. Everyone needs a bookmark, for their books, notebooks or diaries, or just to admire as a tiny piece of design on their shelves or desktop. Designed and made in Cambridge, these double-sided bookmarks feature foil colours embossed onto 100% genuine leather, creating a durable keepsake.
These ones catch everyone’s eye. With tactile leather, glitzy foiling and charming illustrations, they’re not your usual bookmark. They’re a joy to unwrap.
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10. The Papersmiths Micro Pen (Coming soon)
New to Papersmiths this year, and we may have saved the best till last. No stocking is complete without this micro-sized pen. It feels delicate in the hand and helps you draw or write like a pro with its thin tip and lightweight body. Made by the same factory as our Everyday Pen and Primo Pen, it’s designed by the top of the trade.
Anyone who sketches, scribbles will fall in love with this tool.
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That rounds up our top 10 stocking filler ideas for Christmas 2025.
Can’t decide? Browse our full collection of stocking fillers. It’s packed with perfect, unique stationery gifts that’ll wow them, without giving yourself the wrapping headache.
