Gifts for stationery lovers and journalers under $50

Works well when grandkids live in another city and phone calls tend to be short.

A stocking gift for a Minecraft fan.

A well-made notebook for a coworker, boss or student who plans on paper.

A pretty, low-cost stationery gift for a teacher or coworker.

A useful everyday notebook with a cover nice enough to give.

A calendar that doubles as a year of small art prints; suits someone who likes colour and handmade printing.

Suits a weather watcher or someone who likes calm, pale colours on the wall.

For someone who plans their week on paper and likes a sturdy, plain-looking planner; top binding works well for left-handers.

A pretty set for a friend who still sends handwritten Christmas cards.

A big, bright calendar that works as monthly art; suits a design lover or anyone with a kitchen wall to fill.

A traveller or journaller who likes to keep notes by hand.

For someone who writes a lot by hand and wants a light, durable everyday fountain pen in a cheerful colour.

Suits a teacher or mom who still plans on paper.

A low-cost coworker or stocking gift for someone who keeps a paper calendar.

A curious small gift for someone who likes unusual stationery and wants a pen that never needs a refill.

Pocket notebooks for a mom, coworker or anyone who jots lists and notes by hand; the thicker paper suits pencil and pen.

A small, unusual extra for someone who already owns good pencils and sketches or writes on the go.

For a guitar player or Fender fan who also writes, sketches or does crosswords in pencil.

For a guitar player or songwriter who keeps lyrics, chord ideas or set lists on paper.

For a letter writer or someone who wraps gifts with care and likes a finishing touch.

Suits a teacher, sibling or student who wants to start journaling or planning.

A small stocking stuffer for list-makers and sketchers who like to carry a notebook in a bag or coat pocket.

Suits a notebook, pen and planner person who likes to choose their own stationery.

For someone who still plans on paper and likes an illustrated, floral design; a practical gift for the new year.