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LarryPOST Sketch Kits
Combining art fountain pens + waterproof inks
For the person who wants permanence. Someone who sketches, writes or signs important work that needs to last. Great for line work under watercolour. Kit includes choice of pen (Sailor Fude for expression or Twsbi Eco for large ink capacity), De Atramentis waterproof ink and filling instructions. From $82.70. Waterproof inks are not for someone who likes to change ink colour often or rarely cleans their pens.

Rosemary & Co Professional Brush Sets
Artist brush sets for watercolour, oils and acrylic
For artists who want precision, control and to really feel their medium. Handmade in England and packaged into brush sets based on the preferences of world renown artists. Takes the guesswork out of which brush to use. Not for someone who just wants to splash on a bit of colour, and skip cleaning. From $52.95 to $249.95

Stillman & Birn Alpha Sketchbooks
Watercolour travel journal with lightweight paper
For someone new to sketching or who sketches fast. A lighter weight watercolour paper, that's less intimidating, making it easier to start. Not for someone who uses large brushes, and slops on the water, expecting the paper to dry perfectly flat. A6 from $29.95. Add a Uni Air waterproof fineliner and a water soluble Artgraf 6B pencil to complete the gift.

Hand-Book Watercolour Journals
Fabric covered watercolour journal with 200gsm paper
The goldilocks sketchbook for people who like to use fountain pen, and paint watercolour over the top. Solid performing paper, and a hard cover to lean on. At the back is a transparent sleeve where you can keep a copy of your swatches for quick reference and fast decisions. Not for someone who can't see past the black is cool story. From $29.95.  Add a travel paint brush for a compact, yet sturdy outdoor set up.

Twsbi Eco Penabling Kit
Entry level Twsbi Eco with 15mL ink
A great beginner fountain pen. Provides confidence without complexity. Big ink capacity, with fewer refills, fewer hassles. Suits any creative who uses a pen often - for journalling, urban sketching, daily pages. And people like us who will enjoy learning about how pens work. If you're a practical gift giver, it's a gift that feels thoughtful, and will get used. Not for people who want disposable cartridges, prestige over performance, or ultra fine nibs. Twsbi Eco with stainless steel trim $59.95-$69.95. Add a matching or contrasting Pilot Iroshizuku 15mL $16.98 to make your own penabling set. Tell us at Check out if you need the gift box packaging.

Twsbi Eco Fountain Pen with plated trim
Special editions of the popular Eco piston filler
For someone who loves seeing ink in action and wants a bit more spunk than plain Eco. Not for lovers of super fine nibs or sketchers who think more about the tool than the look. Plated Eco pens from $109.95 or get the Blue Sky Thinker's Set which includes the Twsbi Eco Cosmos with Onyx plating, Pilot ink, and a free passport Traveler's Co notebook. Fine nib size recommended for everyday writing or 1.1mm stub for an italic effect (to show off the ink).

Twsbi Obsidian
Limited edition piston filler
Launches 23 December 2025 (preorders open 21 Dec). Twsbi Obsidian follows on from the Aurora, Draco and Kai, with a design based on mixed acrylic resin, and the same nib as the Diamond 580. Full size pen, with good weight and balance. For those who like the ink capacity of a piston filler, but with a more sophisticated look to the pen. Not for those who like seeing the ink through a transparent barrel or heavy hands who recap a pen like they're wringing out a wet towel. Price $239.95. Supplied in themed Twsbi gift box, including maintenance tools and instructions. Add Sailor Ink Studio #680 or #723 for a mysterious black ink with dramatic sheen.

Opus 88 Fountain Pens
Fun eye dropper style
For the person who thinks long, and hates stopping mid-thought to refill. Someone who wants massive ink capacity, loves swapping out nibs and taking their pens on trips away. Well balanced for any size hand, but not for someone who loves tiny, tidy pens to carry in a pocket. From $149.95. Supplied in a gift box, with eye dropper and filling instructions. Most popular models are Demo, Omar, and Jazz. Fill with any fountain pen ink - for this size pen, we like non-black inks, that are not too loud.

Leuchtturm1917 Bullet Journal
A productivity tool that proves organisation can be sexy
For the person who loves structure, with freedom. Someone who tracks, sketches, and plans everything, but still wants creative space. Not for the time poor or a perfectionist thinking every spread needs to be aesthetically pleasing. They'll find it difficult to start. On sale from $59.95. Includes use instructions based on designer Ryder Carroll's productivity method. Option to add a matching pen and holder, or personalise the cover with text (allow ~ 3 days).

Pilot Custom Heritage 92
Mid range piston filling fountain pen with 14k nib
For those who value classic design, with modern performance. Fitted with a rhodium plated 14K gold nib, which is soft, yet more durable than 18 or 21K nibs. Perfect upgrade for lovers of Twsbi Eco or Pilot Kakuno, especially if you are a sketcher. A forever pen, on a modest budget, and as such not for a pen collector with a dozen pens already. Good review by watercolourist, Jane Blundell - her "favourite all-rounder pen". RRP$376.35, now $282 including free tuning. Supplied in Pilot gift box, with filling instructions. Pair with bottled fountain pen ink - Pilot Iroshizuku for writing or De Atramentis Document for sketching.

Pilot Capless Marble
Limited edition retractable 18K nib fountain pen
For the thinker who moves fast, and doesn't want to slow down to uncap a pen. Doctors love this pen for its one handed operation. Click, write, repeat. Not for someone who likes the ritual of a tea ceremony, more than the tea itself. Converter capacity is low, and some users opt to refill a used cartridge instead. Ask for a free blunt syringe at Check out. RRP$583, now $399 with free tuning. Supplied in Pilot gift box with converter and filling instructions.

Pelikan M600 White Rose Gold 
Special edition mid size fountain pen with 14k nib 
For lovers of the white aesthetic, who are already confident in their writing. Think refined, but not fragile. Padme, not Princess Leia. Ultra smooth piston filling mechanism, that makes filling a pleasure. Fine or extra fine nib recommended. RRP$950, now $650 with free tuning. Supplied in themed gift box with instructions, and a simple pen sleeve. Use with soluble, bottled fountain pen inks only.

Pelikan M809 Black Matt
Special edition full size fountain pen with 18K nib
For someone who writes with purpose, and thinks pen-vestment. A minimalist aesthetic, with weight and presence in every stroke. The 18K matt finished nib is a bold contrast to the gloss resin of the grip and cap. Uses a brass piston mechanism for filling the pen. Not for small hands, chronic ink changers or lovers of lightweight barrels. Medium nib recommended. RRP$1550, now $1350 with free tuning. Supplied in themed gift box with instructions, and simple black pen sleeve. Use with bottled fountain pen ink only.

Pilot Custom 823 Gift Set
Piston filling fountain pen with 14K nib
Jen's favourite pen, with it's ink capacity and large gold nib that effortlessly meets the page. For lovers of long writing sessions - authors, journallers, note takers, poets, musicians. Not for people who change ink often or expect more sparkle in the aesthetics. Understated, but becomes a personal statement as you fall in love with the feel. See our socials for the writing experience or read the Letter from Jen. Supplied in large gift box with 70mL bottle of Pilot Black ink. We've kept the price low, because we genuinely believe in this pen. Gift set is RRP$541.55, our price $347.95. While stocks last. 

Graf von Faber-Castell Fountain Pen Ink
The 'cut crystal' of ink bottles
For someone who savours saturated colour, flow, and the ritual of filling a pen to write. A bottle to sit firmly on a writing desk. Used for handwriting, but also by artists to create layered effects in multimedia. Some water-resistance. Not for anyone who just wants a cheap school ink or doesn't care about the experience of putting pen to paper. Large 75mL bottle, packed in themed box $49.95. Artwork by Sally Ferris.

Midori Goat Leather 
Leather notebook cover
Suits the person who wants their tools to age with them. Someone who loves patina, story and things that soften over time. Not for those precious about scratches, spills and other signs of life. Available in three sizes, from $159.95 for A6. Supplied in gift box, with Midori minimalist graphics. Matching Midori notebooks available separately. 

Traveler's Co Starter Kit
Refillable, rustic leather notebook system
For people who carry their ideas everywhere: to sketch, journal, stamp and collect. Very giftable and can be customised to add a name on the front cover. Not for you if you prefer perfectly finished leather and inserts that remain pristine. From $79.95. Supplied as a starter kit with the leather cover, one plain insert, and a simple calico bag. Add a pen holder and other accessories for the full set up. Love & Trip theme covers sold out.

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