Creative Mums — Our Favourite Gifts from the Bindery & Beyond
Some of the most meaningful gifts are the ones that don’t shout.
They’re the ones you can hold — or hold onto. A quiet book. A handwritten card. A beautiful tool that lasts a lifetime.
If your mum is the kind who loves a handwritten letter, who stops to admire a well-made pen or runs her fingers across the cover of a book before opening it — this is for her.
Here are a few of our favourite gift ideas for creative, sentimental, and nostalgic mums — from our shelves to yours.
1. Classic Full Leather Journal
Crafted upstairs in the bindery using archival-quality paper and traditional hand-sewn techniques, these journals are made to be treasured. Each one features decorative endpapers and a fine leather cover with classic raised bands on the spine. You can really impress mum by adding monogramming, a name or title.
Perfect for: the memory-keeper, the morning writer, or the mum who loves beautiful paper
Why she’ll love it: It feels like a book that’s always belonged to her.
2. Bookbinding Kit: Learn Bookbinding at Home
This all-in-one kit includes materials and instructions to make your own hand-crafted journal — the same techniques Simon uses in the studio. Choose from a few styles, with everything neatly packed and gift-ready.
Perfect for: curious creatives, DIYers, or those who love learning by doing
Why she’ll love it: It’s hands-on, thoughtful, and gives her space to slow down.
3. Lamy Fountain Pen
A modern classic — smooth to write with, easy to refill, and designed to last. We stock them in soft pastel tones and classic black. Pair with a bottle of ink or add a notecard set.
Perfect for: letter writers, journalers, list-makers
Why she’ll love it: It turns everyday writing into a small pleasure and makes anyone's handwriting look that little bit more fancy!
4. Wax Seal Stamp
A timeless tool that adds a little ceremony to the everyday. Our brass wax seal stamps can be used on letters, of course — but also on gift wrap, handmade cards, bookmarks, even tucked into a bouquet. For something truly special, try transparent wax with pressed flowers inside.
Perfect for: creative detail-lovers, stationery enthusiasts, or anyone who loves adding a personal touch
Why she’ll love it: It turns a simple gesture into something memorable.
5. Let her choose with a Gift Card!
Who wouldn’t love the gift of time in a stationery store? Our gift cards can be used on anything — from linen-bound journals and fountain pens to future workshops and restoration work. Whether they know exactly what they love, or want to wander and see what calls to them, it’s the perfect gesture.
Perfect for: stationery lovers, creatives, or those tricky-to-buy-for mums
Why she’ll love it: A reason to linger, explore, and choose something just right.
Thoughtful Extras
The wrapping matters, too. Consider using a square of muslin or linen, tied with twine and a sprig of lavender, or select from our gorgeous array of wrap designs. Add a handwritten note — just a few lines — and tuck in a wax-sealed gift tag or one of our floral letterpress bookmarks.
These little touches often say just as much as the gift itself.
Looking for Something Beautiful?
If you're buying for someone who sees beauty in the little things, our shelves are filled with treasures waiting to be found.
Come in and browse, or take a peek at our online gift guide. We’re happy to wrap and post — just be sure to check our delivery times. (Click & collect is also available!)