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Here's our notes on what to give (and what not to give):

1. De Atramentis Doc Inks
   Waterproof ink that's fountain pen friendly
   For the person who wants permanence. Someone who writes, sketches, or signs important work that needs to last. Not for anyone who wants erasable or everyday inks. 45mL bottle $39.98, and sketch kits from $82.70
   
   
   
   
2. Rosemary & Co Brushes
   Artist brushes for watercolour, oils and acrylic
   For artists who wants precision, control and to really feel their medium. Someone who paints thoughtfully and loves tools that respond. Not for anyone who just wants to splash colour randomly and skip cleaning up. From $4.95 to $249.95
   
   
3. Stillman & Birn Alpha Sketchbooks
   Watercolour travel journal with lightweight paper
   For someone new to sketching or who sketches fast. A 150gsm paper, that's less intimidating, making it easier to start. Not for someone who really slops on the water or would get upset if the paper didn't dry perfectly flat. A6 from $29.95
   
   
4. 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 without it being a brick. Not for someone who's fallen for the black is cool marketing story. From $29.95
   
   
5. Twsbi Eco fountain pen with plated trim
   Special editions of the popular Eco piston filler
   Suits the person who wants a reliable, smooth fountain pen, but with a bit more spunk. Someone who enjoys long writing sessions and vibrant inks. Your risk is some recipients will think it's too beautiful to ink up and use! From $109.95 Fine is the most popular nib size. Pair with 15mL Pilot Iroshizuku ink.
   
   
6. 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, but not for someone who loves tiny, tidy pens to carry in a pocket. From $149.95 Demo, Omar, Jazz models the most popular models.
   
   
7. Leuchtturm1917 Bullet Journal
   A5 hard cover notebook with journaling tips
   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 perfectionists needing to produce aesthetic layouts. Price $59.95 Add a pen and holder, or personalise the cover with text.
   
   
8. Pilot Custom Heritage 92
   Mid range piston filling fountain pen with 14k nib
   For those who value classic design, but modern performance. Vintage feel, ultra reliable. Perfect upgrade for lovers of Twsbi Eco or Pilot Kakuno. A forever pen, on a modest budget. Not for pen collectors with a dozen pens already. RRP$376.35, now $329 with free nib tuning included.
   
   
9. Pilot Capless Marble
   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. Not for someone who likes the ritual of a tea ceremony more than the tea itself. RRP$583, now $399 with free tuning.
   
   
10. 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, and definitely not Chewbacca throwing the pen into his bandolier. Most popular nib size is fine or extra fine. RRP$950, now $650 with free tuning.
    
    
11. 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. Not for small hands, chronic ink changers or lovers of lightweight. Most popular nib size is Medium. RRP$1550, now $1350 with free tuning.
    
12. Graf von Faber-Castell Fountain Pen Ink
    The ink bottle equivalent of cut crystal
    For someone who savours saturated colour, flow, and the ritual of writing. Not for anyone who just wants a cheap school ink or doesn't care about the experience of putting pen to paper. Some water-resistance. 75mL bottle $49.95
    
    
    
13. 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, marks and signs of life. From $159.95 Midori notebook available separately. Only fits the matching size.
    
14. Traveler's Co Starter Kit
    Refillable, rustic leather notebook system
    For people who carry their ideas everywhere, to sketch, journal, explore. Very giftable and can be customised to add a name on the front cover. Not for you if you prefer everything fixed, neat and confined to your desk. One refill insert included in each Starter Kit. From $79.95 Regular size sells fastest.
    
    

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