{"title":"Bestsellers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA selection based entirely on what customers have chosen to buy themselves! These are all products that have been bestsellers both online and in-person, and what people have come back for time and again too!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"paradise-a5-daily-planner-pad","title":"Paradise A5 Daily Planner Pad","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eBringing the same colourful energy to your planning, but in a smaller A5 size, this daily planning pad with easy to tear-off pages is perfect for keeping by you on your desk, by the phone or even in the kitchen for shopping list or chore reminders (because even the boring jobs can be written on something nice and cheerful!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis Paradise pattern features hand-drawn line motifs of various birds, with colour block accents and energetic whirls of smaller leaves.  It’s part of a wider collection that also includes an A4 Planner Pad, an A5 dot-grid notebook and a double-sided bookmark. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJust as with the larger planner pads, the idea with the daily planners is that the boxes can provide a little bit of structure, but that you can use them for whatever you need that day, giving you the opportunity to divide up your daily tasks and other priorities into manageable sections.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFor example the top section could be your priorities for the day, the middle section could be what actions you need to take to complete it and the bottom could be what you need to delegate out or move to the next day.  Or maybe the top section is what activities the family has on that day, the middle section is a general to-do list, and the bottom sections track how much you’ve drunk that day (because it’s been a busy one!) and who you might need to drop an email or a message to. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEach pad has 50 identical pages, printed on recycled 100gsm paper so it’s beautifully smooth and can easily cope with you highlighting things or using a more inky pen to write with.  In fact the printer who made these specialises in eco-printing, and uses vegetable oil based inks to print the pattern lovely and crisply on the page.  The writing panels are ever so slightly see-through, so you can see the pattern underneath, but it’s only very faint so you can still very easily read everything you’ve noted down. The notepad is also backed with recycled board, which gives it some rigidity but also means it’s a fully recycled and recyclable product too! And to top it off it will arrive with you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese pads are a great gift-able size, being A5 they’re easy to post and whilst they work great as part of a gift set (more about those below) they’re a brilliant unique but also budget-friendly gift for a colleague, an elegant secret-santa surprise, or even a pretty but practical thank you for a teacher.  I’m a firm believer that a beautiful piece of patterned stationery really is a gift for nearly all situations! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you like your patterned stationery, but aren’t sure about this layout, there are other A5 notepads without the boxes available, and if the pattern is your favourite bit then don’t forget the other products within the pattern collection.  Plus if you’re wanting to create some sort of gift set there’s a whole category for those in the shop, making it lovely and easy for you to choose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47395594305813,"sku":"NPPD03","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Paradise_A5_Daily_Planner_Holchester_Designs_3a8784ce-a490-4405-a263-fc21cf1e7f73.jpg?v=1770745614"},{"product_id":"paradise-a4weekly-planner-pad","title":"Paradise A4 Weekly Planner Pad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\" class=\"\"\u003eFirst things first, although called a Weekly Planner pad due to its 52 sheets of paper, this planner pad is far more versatile than that! I have designed these pads to be deliberately simple but also adaptable - I hate nothing more than a planner pad telling me to plan Monday-Sunday every time, even though that’s not what I need. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper planner will provide you with some structure but it is down to you how you want to use it that day or week, whether it’s for meal planning, keeping track of the family's weekly activities or even for what jobs need doing in each room of the house.  I’ve even used mine as a Kanban board with sticky tabs for managing a new project! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSometimes you just need to do your planning with good old pencil and paper, but there’s absolutely no need to do it all on a plain and boring planner.  This Paradise pattern might not be able to transport you to a warmer climate to do your planning in but the hand-drawn bird motifs, and the colour block design can add a pop of colour and some ‘flying’ energy to the task at hand without distracting you from the actual to-dos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs with all my A4 and A5 pads it’s 100gsm recycled paper, so thicker than standard printer paper that’s usually only 70gsm, and good enough you can use a highlighter on it too.  The UK based printer I use for these pads is actually a specialist in eco printing and for these uses vegetable oil based inks to minimise the environmental impact and gives the pads recycled board backing to keep it sturdy.  This makes them a fully recycled and recyclable product.  Not only that but it will arrive packaged in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you’re looking for a pretty yet practical gift, whether for a friend, colleague or even a secret santa gift, a decorative A4 desk pad like this one makes a really unique, thoughtful gift especially for that nature- and stationery-lover in your life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLooking to make a bigger gift set out of it? There’s a coordinating 200-page notebook too, a double-sided bookmark, and an A5 daily planner pad (which is just as versatile as this one).  And there’s actually some pre-made sets available in the Stationery Gift Sets category too, and don’t forget gift sets don’t necessarily have to all match either!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003ePlease note that orders take 1-4 business days to process. But if you need it quicker drop me a note I’ll see what I can do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47396668539157,"sku":"NBPD02","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Paradise_A4_8_box_Planner_Pad_Wood_Desk_EJM_HolchesterDesigns-2.jpg?v=1768496396"},{"product_id":"cutouts-a4-weekly-meal-planner-pad","title":"Cutouts A4 Weekly Meals\/to-do Planner Pad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\" class=\"\"\u003eFirst things first, although called a Weekly Planner pad due to its 52 sheets of paper, this planner pad is far more versatile than that! I have designed these pads to be deliberately simple but also adaptable - I hate nothing more than a planner pad telling me to plan Monday-Sunday every time, even though that’s not what I need. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper planner will provide you with some structure but it is down to you how you want to use it that day or week, whether it’s for meal planning, keeping track of the family's weekly activities or even for what jobs need doing in each room of the house.  I’ve even used mine as a Kanban board with sticky tabs for managing a new project! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSometimes you just need to do your planning with good old pencil and paper, but there’s absolutely no need to do it all on a plain and boring planner.  This Paradise pattern might not be able to transport you to a warmer climate to do your planning in but the hand-drawn bird motifs, and the colour block design can add a pop of colour and some ‘flying’ energy to the task at hand without distracting you from the actual to-dos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs with all my A4 and A5 pads it’s 100gsm recycled paper, so thicker than standard printer paper that’s usually only 70gsm, and good enough you can use a highlighter on it too.  The UK based printer I use for these pads is actually a specialist in eco printing and for these uses vegetable oil based inks to minimise the environmental impact and gives the pads recycled board backing to keep it sturdy.  This makes them a fully recycled and recyclable product.  Not only that but it will arrive packaged in biodegradable cello wrap to keep it neat and it can then be put in the rubbish guilt-free in the knowledge it will degrade without harming the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you’re looking for a pretty yet practical gift, whether for a friend, colleague or even a secret santa gift, a decorative A4 desk pad like this one makes a really unique, thoughtful gift especially for that nature- and stationery-lover in your life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLooking to make a bigger gift set out of it? There’s a coordinating 200-page notebook too, a shopping list pad, and an A5 daily planner pad (which is just as versatile as this one).  And there’s actually some pre-made sets available in the Stationery Gift Sets category too, and don’t forget gift sets don’t necessarily have to all match either!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003ePlease note that orders take 1-4 business days to process. But if you need it quicker drop me a note I’ll see what I can do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47396674732309,"sku":"NBCU02","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Cutouts_A4_Planner_Pad_Wood_desk_Square_HolchesterDesigns_d99d607e-07e8-4518-a9b7-31f2210560f5.jpg?v=1768498087"},{"product_id":"brighton-birds-notepad-gift-set","title":"Brighton Birds Notepad Gift Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe perfect little gift set for a letterbox gift, stationery-loving colleague, to say thanks to a teacher or even to put in for an office secret santa.  This set combines the two most popular notepad sizes - A5 and a List pad - and combined together is an elegant and unique stationery gift set. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Brighton Birds pattern is a chinoiserie-style pattern inspired by trips to the Royal Pavillion in Brighton where I used to go on art trips when at school.  I can still remember just how in awe of all the colours and patterns being used on it’s interiors and once I started drawing these birds I knew there was only one direction in which to develop this pattern. All the motifs are originally hand-drawn and painted, before being digitised and tweaked in scale to create a more complex repeat pattern I’ve then used across the collection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis set includes on A5 notepad, and one List pad, both of which are on 100gsm recycled paper and printed with vegetable oil based inks.  Each pad has 50 sheets, and are glued together along the narrower top edge, although they’re very easy to tear off as you need to. Both pads have a ever-so-slightly transparent central panel so you can still see the pattern underneath, but only faintly so anything you write is also easy to read.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEach notepad is individually wrapped with a paper belly band, and then they'll be wrapped together for posting in a sheet of Holchester Designs recycled paper wrap.   Alternatively I can fully gift wrap them, include a handwritten note, and post directly to the recipient - which these happen to be perfect for as they easily fit within a letterbox friendly box. Just tick the box and leave the instructions during the checkout process. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47402479321365,"sku":"GS BB NP A5 DL","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Brighton_Birds_Notepad_Gift_Set_A5_DL_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1763233114"},{"product_id":"deco-delights-a5-flatlay-notebook","title":"Deco Delights A5 Layflat Notebook","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis notebook brings the popular Deco Delights pattern to a new type of notebook for Holchester Designs.  Replacing the previous B5 version, this A5 version has a layflat binding, meaning you can effortlessly open it out flat without damaging the spine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn A5 notebook is a great size for having to hand, whether it's on your desk or being carried around.  The 250gsm card cover is ever so slightly textured, and is thick enough to give the pages some protection without being too heavy or bulky. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover features original artwork by me, inspired by the Art Deco era which is one I absolutely adore.  The inside of the cover is a dark teal, and the first page features a monochrome version of the cover, along with a large circle space for any key information you may want at the front of your notebook. So there’s no need for first-page fear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Internal pages are all 100gsm - so hold up well against the inkiest of everyday pens - and the light grey dot grid is enough to keep your writing straight (if that’s what you need) but also faint enough to draw over.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhich means it’s great for bullet journaling but is just as content being used as a stylish notebook for meeting notes, somewhere to doodle or as a journaling gift (especially for art-journaling or scrap-book style techniques).  Plus the pages are numbered, something I know many planner and bullet journaling fans sometimes find useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe binding is layflat or OTA-binding if you want the technical term.  It's similar to what is used on music scores so the orchestras music will stay flat whilst they're playing, and the same threads-sewn techniques have been applied to these notebooks, just on a smaller scale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese notebooks are printed here in the UK by an family-run independent business which specialises in this technique.  They also ensure sustainability within their processes, are FSC certified and they are carbon balanced printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEach notebook comes wrapped with a recycled paper belly band, and in some cases will also be wrapped in a biodegradable cellophane wrap to protect it which makes it a planet-friendly stationery gift too!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eNotebooks like these really are a great colourful gift for stationery lovers, and why not build it in to a beautiful stationery set with the addition of a matching double sided bookmark and a notepad.  You can find the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/holchester.com\/collections\/deco-delights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull Deco Delights collection here\u003c\/a\u003e  but of course stationery sets don't always have to fully match and you can create your own elegant, thoughtful and practical gift set from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/holchester.com\/collections\/all\"\u003ethe full range\u003c\/a\u003e.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelpful things to know:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFor a paper comparison Leuchtturm notebooks tend to be 80-100gsm, and standard printer paper is usually 70-80gsm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFSC stands for Forest Stewardship Council, which promotes responsible forestry and, arguably better than just recycled paper, FSC-Certified paper confirms that the paper used is both recyclable in its own right and has originally come from a sustainable source committed to responsible forestry practices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48395448385813,"sku":"NBFLDD01","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Deco_Delights_A5_Lay_Flat_208_notebook_flat_Wood_Desk_Square_EJM_Holchesterdesigns.jpg?v=1729518096"},{"product_id":"brighton-birds-a5-flatlay-notebook","title":"Brighton Birds A5 Lay Flat Notebook","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis notebook brings the popular Brighton Birds pattern to a new type of notebook for Holchester Designs.  Replacing the previous B5 version, this A5 version has a lay flat binding, meaning you can effortlessly open it out flat without damaging the spine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brighton Birds artwork is inspired by the Royal Pavilion in Brighton.  Close to where I grew up, and with beautifully overwhelming interiors filled with colour and pattern, I still remember being in awe of on school art trips. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the motifs you see are originally hand-drawn and watercolour painted, before being turned into a digital chinoiserie-style pattern and then tweaked to feature on this stylish stationery set of notebooks, notepads and bookmarks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover of this notebooks is a 250gsm FSC-approved card, which gives protection to the 100gsm off-white pages inside but without too much bulk.  The inside of the cover is the same pink as the outside, just without the pattern, and the first page has a monochrome version of the cover with a large circle ready for key information, and to help take away any first-page nerves the owner might have.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the inside pages all have a faint grey dot 5mm apart as well as unobtrusive page numbers in the same colour in the bottom corners, included with planner and bullet journal lovers in mind. The binding is lay-flat or OTA-binding if you want the technical term.  It's similar to what is used on music scores so the orchestras music will stay flat whilst they're playing, and the same threads-sewn techniques have been applied to these notebooks, just on a smaller scale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese notebooks are printed here in the UK by an family-run independent business which specialises in this technique.  They also ensure sustainability within their processes, are FSC certified and they are carbon balanced printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach notebook comes wrapped with a recycled paper belly band, and in some cases will also be wrapped in a biodegradable cellophane wrap to protect it which makes it a planet-friendly stationery gift too!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotebooks like these really are a great colourful gift for stationery lovers, and why not build it in to a beautiful stationery set with the addition of a double sided bookmark and a notepad - whether in the same pattern or an alternative - creating an elegant, thoughtful and practical gift set sourced entirely from independent U.K. businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/holchester.com\/collections\/brighton-birds\"\u003efull Brighton Birds Range here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also find all pre-made \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/holchester.com\/collections\/gift-sets\"\u003eStationery Gift Sets here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHelpful things to know:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFor a paper comparison Leuchtturm notebooks tend to be 80-100gsm, and standard printer paper is usually 70-80gsm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFSC stands for Forest Stewardship Council, which promotes responsible forestry and, arguably better than just recycled paper, FSC-Certified paper confirms that the paper used is both recyclable in its own right and has originally come from a sustainable source committed to responsible forestry practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders take 1-4 business days to process. Need it quicker – drop me a note I’ll see what I can do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48395595448597,"sku":"NBFLBB01","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Brighton_Birds_A5_Lay_Flat_208_notebook_flat_Wood_Desk_Square_EJM_Holchesterdesigns.jpg?v=1761221505"},{"product_id":"moonlit-moths-standard-pencil-case","title":"Moonlit Moths Standard Cosmetics\/Pencil Case","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a bit more colour and pattern to your everyday with the new range of pencil and cosmetic cases. These standard pencil cases are such a practical size and perfect for bringing a bit of colour, pattern, and organisation to your home, desk or handbag.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, you can neatly store your stationery in it to keep bits together, but it’s also a great size for some makeup or toiletry essentials in, any medication you need to carry around with you, or even small electricals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing our Moonlit Moths pattern, new for Spring 2025 in 3 different colourways, these items are the re-introduction of textiles to the Holchester Designs range and they’re back because I have, excitedly, found a collaborator to make them who values sustainable practices just like me.  The pattern was originally inspired by a walk around a butterfly house with my young daughters, who found the sheer number of winged insects around them mind-blowing.  Using my original hand-drawn sketch, these motifs were refined digitally before turning them into a repeat pattern.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are printed in Scotland on sustainable cotton, and then handmade (also in Scotland) in small batches to ensure minimum fabric waste.  The YKK zip is really sturdy, made from recycled plastic and with a leather zip pull for ease of opening.  Plus the thread used is also from recycled plastic and the case is fully lined for maximum practicality.  It will be posted out to you packaged simply with a recycled and recyclable tag, before being wrapped and posted out in our standard recycled\/recyclable plastic-free packaging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis colourway is available in three different sizes of case - Slim, Standard Pencil Case and Zip Pouch - and all three sizes are also available in another two colourways too.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy not create your own gift set, mix and match colours and sizes in this pattern, or add some stationery too.  In fact it also goes brilliantly with the Butterfly House notebook. 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It can easily store a few pens and pencils in it, some makeup essentials, your headphones\/lip balm\/hair-ties or even just to keep your epi-pen concealed but easily to hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing our Flight of Herons pattern, in 3 different colourways which are new for Spring 2025, these items represent the re-introduction of textiles back to Holchester Designs as I’ve found a collaborator to make them who values sustainable practices just like me.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern was originally inspired by some research I was doing into migrating birds (my daughter had asked a question!) and images I saw of the flocks flying in formation.  Using my original hand-drawn sketch, drawn in a style inspired by wire-jewellery, these motifs were refined digitally before turning them into a repeat pattern.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fabric for these cases has been sourced and printed in Scotland on sustainable cotton, and then handmade (also in Scotland) in small batches to ensure minimum fabric waste.  The YKK zip is really sturdy, made from recycled plastic and with a leather zip pull for ease of opening.  Plus the thread used is also from recycled plastic and the case is fully lined for maximum practicality.  It will be posted out to you packaged simply with a recycled and recyclable tag, before being wrapped and posted out in our standard recycled\/recyclable plastic-free packaging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach colourway is available in three different sizes of case - Slim, Standard Pencil Case and Zip Pouch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy not create your own gift set, mix and match colours and sizes in this pattern, or add some stationery too.  If you’re working with a bird theme the Brighton Birds and Paradise patterns are the place to go, or alternatively the Moonlit Moths is a similar style of print that complements it so well.  And the colours of the Deco Delights stationery range also looks *chefs kiss*. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaunching just in time for Mother’s Day, this would be a great Mother’s Day gift or an alternative to an Easter Egg if chocolate isn’t her thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Dark Teal\/Golden Yellow","offer_id":55710497407360,"sku":"HE ZP SL TG","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sky Blue\/Hot Pink","offer_id":55710497440128,"sku":"HE ZP SL BP","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dusky Rose\/Teal","offer_id":55710497472896,"sku":"HE ZP SL RT","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Flight_of_Herons_Slim_Pencil_Cases_Full_Set_Wooden_Desk_EJM_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1762035573"},{"product_id":"cutouts-slim-pencil-case","title":"Cutouts Slim Pencil Case","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA slim pencil case combines colourful patterns with practicality and they are so great for easily keeping a few bits together, whether it’s coming to a meeting with you or stopping things getting lost at the bottom of your handbag. It can easily store a few pens and pencils in it, some makeup essentials, your headphones\/lip balm\/hair-ties or even just to keep your epi-pen or medication concealed but easily to hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing my colourful and popular abstract Cutouts pattern - in not 1 but 2 colourways - this case goes perfectly with the stationery range.  And I’m ridiculously excited to be able to add these complementary fabric items to the Holchester Designs range now that I’ve found a collaborator that is both UK based and who also values sustainable practices just like me.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern was originally inspired by Matisse’s flat-colour collages and the popular 80s\/90s aesthetic that’s been making a comeback these last few years, and it uses some hand-drawn shapes which I then refined digitally before turning them into a repeat pattern.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 100% cotton fabric for these cases has been sourced and printed in Scotland, and then handmade (also in Scotland) in small batches to ensure minimum fabric waste.  The YKK zip is really sturdy, made from recycled plastic and with a leather zip pull for ease of opening.  Plus the thread used is also from recycled plastic and the case is fully lined for maximum practicality.  It will be posted out to you packaged simply with a recycled and recyclable tag, before being wrapped and posted out in our standard recycled\/recyclable plastic-free packaging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink a slim pencil case might be a bit small? 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