Stationery is the stocking filler that survives Boxing Day, because a pen gets used and a chocolate coin does not. We keep two pen sets for exactly this: one festive and small enough for five stockings, one that is a small present in its own right. This is what is in each pack and who they suit.
Christmas multi-colour pens, set of five
The Christmas multi-colour pen set is five mini 9.5 cm retractable pens, each with four ink colours, in assorted festive character designs. The size is the point: 9.5 cm goes into a stocking toe, a Christmas Eve box, an advent pocket, a party bag or a classroom reward jar. Five in a pack means five stockings, or one child with a pencil case that needs restocking. Children, teachers and anyone who colour-codes their notes.
Wizard gel pen set
The wizard gel pen set is one magic-wand-style retractable pen with ten ink colours in the barrel, plus five surprise mini keychains. It is for the fantasy reader, the ten-year-old who has read the whole series twice, the student who colour-codes revision, and the adult who still wants one. Keychain designs are selected at random and vary with stock, which is part of the surprise.
Which to choose
| For | Set |
|---|---|
| Several stockings, party bags, class rewards | Multi-colour pens (five in a pack) |
| One child, a small present rather than a filler | Wizard gel pen set |
| A teacher's desk | Either, with a named notebook |
| A Christmas Eve box | Multi-colour pens |
| A fantasy reader of any age | Wizard gel pen set |
Making them a gift rather than a filler
Pair either set with a personalised kraft notebook with the child's name on the cover, or a named tassel bookmark for the reader; the pens are the fun and the named piece is the keepsake. For a teacher, the tote bag gift set with the pens dropped in the zip pocket. For the rest of the stocking, stocking filler ideas under £10.
Neither set is personalised, so both can be ordered up to the last week; everything is checked and packed in Cheshire, usually dispatched within one to three working days, with free UK delivery. Both sets are in the Christmas shop and stationery.
Frequently asked questions
What is in the Christmas multi-colour pen set?
Five mini 9.5 cm retractable pens in assorted festive character designs, each with four ink colours. Sized for stockings, Christmas Eve boxes, party bags and class rewards.
What is in the wizard gel pen set?
One magic-wand-style retractable pen with ten ink colours, plus five surprise mini keychains whose designs vary with stock.
Which pen set suits a teacher gift?
Either, paired with a personalised kraft notebook or the tote bag gift set so there is a named piece alongside the pens.
