A box of beautiful paper and envelopes at the ready makes it easy to jott down a short note or write a proper missive. It is a simple way to connect with someone and make an impression. This paper is made in Belgium and comes packaged in a tasteful box that looks great right on the desktop.

Every writer looks for the perfect notebook to trust with their inner thoughts and creativity and the Pinetti Journal is the perfect companion for those writing for any reason. With a cover of grained leather in vibrant colours, it will inspire and encourage a sit-down session every time. It is also refillable, so once they finish using the notebook inside, the writer can change it out for a new one and start again with a fresh blank page.

Small portable size mixed with great design which makes staying organized even easier than finishing your project. Plus the hardcover makes it durable for travel.

Essential for any writer is ink, and Pilot's Iroshizuku line offers such a wonderful range of shades to please all types of writing personalities. The beautifully simple lines of the 50ml bottle make it easy for writers to fill their pen - whether their favourite pen is converter or piston. Over the many years I've been working at Laywines, I have heard many different 'colour strategies' when it comes to ink selection, and Iroshizuku offers something to satisfy everyone.

The Pelikan M800 is the ideal fountain pen; understated in design with an elegant colour palette, and practical with its generous ink capacity. The brass piston fill mechanism is smooth and mechanical, adding just enough weight at the backfor a balanced feeling in the hand; and, with a slick 18-karat gold nib, it is perfect for extended writing sessions.