How to Buy Stationery as a Gift

Pretty paper with customized designs makes an exquisite gift for the letter writer on your gift list. And you can count on getting a stylish thank-you note!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Calligraphy Inks
• Rubber Stamps
• Address Books
• Gift Cards
• Calligraphy Pens
• Postage Stamps
• Address Labels
• Card Stock
• Colored Pencils
• Colored Pens
• Construction Paper
• Envelopes
• Colored pens
• Rubber stamps

1. Visit a stationery store or full-service copy center in your area.

2. Ask about how the store works. Many shops will allow you to choose the basic paper, then select a monogram pattern or special design for customized printing.

3. Browse pre-packaged boxes of stationery if you are searching for a particular theme or image. Boxed sets include letters and envelopes in a visually appealing pack.

4. Choose colors or aesthetic images that are in keeping with the recipient's personal style. Avoid choosing dark papers, which are difficult to write on legibly.

5. Package at least 20 pieces of stationery paper, with the equivalent number of envelopes. You can supply an entire year's worth by including 52 pieces - good for a letter a week.

6. Stick a stamp on each envelope to make letter writing as hassle-free as possible.

7. Wrap a fancy, colorful pen with a bright ribbon and place it on top of the wrapped box of stationery.

Tips & Warnings

• You can make your own stationery for a more personal gift. Purchase visually pleasing paper and decorate it with stickers, rubber stamps or your own drawings. Include stamped envelopes with a similar design.

[giftsin24]

on 8/7/2009 Great overview on what to look for when it comes to buying stationery as a gift. There's actually a clearance sale going on at a place I like to frequent (it ends on the 31st of Aug I think). Anyone who's considering the purchase should take a look if they have a moment:

http://www.giftsin24.com/personalized-gifts/Clearance/1