Abla's Picks
Abla
Sales Associate
Abla joined Laywine’s in 2025, bringing with her a lifelong passion for all things stationery. A devoted journaler since childhood, she loves helping others find the perfect planner or notebook, and she’s always delighted to chat about pens, paper, and every shade of ink in between.
Writing Instrument

"My mother has always been drawn to silver, there is something about its quiet glow that she never gets tired of. This fountain pen immediately caught her eye, especially the detailed Victorian pattern that seems to shift with the light, each engraving revealing the hand behind it. She loves how substantial it feels, both in weight and presnece, the kind of piece the naturally anchors a desk and brings a sense of refinement to the everyday."
Paper









"My mother has always loved Midori paper, for its soft cream tone, its thickness, and that subtle texture that makes writing feel just right. She writes often, and Midori notebooks are always her go-to, especially the blank ones for the freedom they offer. There is something about it that makes the act of writing feel slower and more intentional, almost like a small ritual."
Ink


"The Graf von Faber-Castell Cobalt Blue ink presents as a rich, vivid blue, more expressive and intense than a classic royal tone. My mother found that the colour evokes the ocean, while the shape of the bottle echoes the gentle movement of waves, everything quietly nodding to its depth and expanse. The silver cap, paired with the richness of the blue, creates a striking presence on any office shelf."
Other

"My mother was especially taken with the Graf von Faber-Castell Desk Accessories Set in black Italian calfskin, noting how the polished silver details and hand-stitched seams bring a quiet richness to any desk. She also mentioned how striking the presentation is, with the cream box beautifully highlighting the contrast of black and silver, making it feel like a truly special gift."