{"title":"Events notepads","description":null,"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":"cutouts-a5-day-planner-pad","title":"Cutouts A5 Daily Planner Pad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eBringing some abstract, 90s-energy to your planning, but in a smaller A5 size, this Cutouts desk planning pad with easy to tear-off pages is perfect for focusing your day, keeping by the phone or having to hand in the kitchen for shopping lists or housework sorting (and yes, just because the jobs are boring they can still be written on something fun!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Cutouts pattern has roots in Matisse’s cut-outs, which I’ve loved since being an art student, with a good dose of 90s pops of colours and bold geometric shapes to [hopefully] bring some colour and energy to whatever’s on the page, and charm your eye at the same time.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe idea of this daily planner pad is, just like the larger A4 weekly planner pads, that the boxes can provide a little bit of structure, but that you can use them for whatever you need that day, dividing up your daily tasks and other priorities into manageable sections to help you work through them and not get too overwhelmed.\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 get it done 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 also uses vegetable oil based inks.  The writing panels are ever so slightly see-through, so you can see the pattern underneath, but 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! Finally, this notepad will come to 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 colourful Secret-Santa surprise, or even a practical but fun thank you for a teacher.  I’m a firm believer that a great 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":47396502831381,"sku":"NPCU03","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Cutouts_a5_Daily_Planner_Notepad_Wooden_Desk_Flat_SQ_EM_holchester_designs.jpg?v=1768495451"},{"product_id":"spring-forward-a5-notepad","title":"Spring Forward A5 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eThis is the first and original A5 pad I designed, all the way back in 2020 (just pre-covid) when I ran a successful Kickstarter campaign to get them to print. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhilst some other items from that collection have been and gone, these have stuck around as they’re always a popular floral notepad for all occasions.  Whether it stays by you on your desk, lives near the phone, or is tucked in a letter rack in the kitchen ready for last minute lists, I reckon it’s a staple in anyone stationery collection.. And even if what you’re using it for isn’t the most exciting, having a beautiful patterned pad still means I smile when I reach for it.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOriginally hand-drawn motifs, the flowers on this pad were painstakingly digitised and carefully coloured to become a tonal bouquet to decorate this pad, and with the teal edging it really gives me a dose of spring energy, and unsurprisingly the full pattern collection was called Spring Forward.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper notepad has 50 tear-off sheets per pad, which are lightly glued together along the top edge.  The central panel is ever-so-slightly transparent, so you can still faintly see the pattern underneath, but also clearly read what’s been written.  The paper is 100gsm, so it’s nice and smooth to write on and an easily cope with inkier pens and highlighters, and the pad is backed by recycled board to give it some rigidity.  Along with the vegetable oil based inks used by my UK based printer, it means this product is made from recycled elements and is also fully recyclable too. Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s a few reasons why a notepad such as this makes a great gift, especially for stationery lovers.  Firstly they’re an easy shape to wrap and post.  Secondly, they make a unique budget-friendly yet quality gift, especially good for a colleague or a secret-santa.  And whilst not everyone likes full-on florals, I like to think the colours on these pads mean they’re not too Victorian-florals in feel.  And finally they’re a practical present too, so if you’re conscious about not wanting to get something for the sake of it a pad like this, or just generally beautiful patterned stationery, make a brilliant choice. In fact last year my A5 pads, and sets including them, were popular teacher gifts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLooking to make a bigger gift set out of it? Not only can you make your own set using other products from the shop (these in combination with a list pad especially make a great little functional set) but there’s also some pre-made sets available in the Stationery Gift Sets category too which makes things a little more cost effective. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47396527341845,"sku":"NBSF02","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Spring_forward_A5_notepad_Wooden_Desk_Flat_EMJ_holchester_designs.jpg?v=1769790379"},{"product_id":"brighton-birds-a5-notepad","title":"Brighton Birds A5 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003ePossibly the hardest-working stationery items around the country (*although I have nothing to confirm that), the A5 notepad is a staple of any stationery collection - great for meeting notes it’s also perfectly sized for keeping by a phone, on the kitchen bench for shopping lists or just for around the house leaving notes for whoever needs them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis one features the Brighton Birds artwork which is a new pattern for 2023.  Originally inspired by the Royal Pavillion in Brighton, close to where I grew up and with memories of colour and pattern filled school art trips, this pattern features handdrawn and hand-painted motifs which I then digitised and tweaked for this stylish stationery collection featuring this notepad, a notebook, double-sided bookmark and list pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper notepad is intended to add a pop of colour and air of elegance to what’s on the page, be it a to-do list or phone message.  The central panel is ever-so-slightly transparent, so you can still faintly see the pattern underneath, but also clearly read what’s been written.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe paper itself is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA5 pads just like this one make great gifts for a few reasons! Firstly they’re an easy shape to wrap and post.  Secondly, they make a unique budget-friendly yet quality gift, especially good for a colleague or a secret-santa.  And finally they’re a practical present too, so if you’re conscious about not wanting to get something for the sake of it a pad like this, or just generally beautiful patterned stationery, make a brilliant choice. In fact last year my A5 pads, and sets including them, were popular teacher gifts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs I mentioned above there are a few products in this pattern collection, and should you want to make up a gift set there’s actually a few already put together in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47396552900885,"sku":"NPBB02","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Brighton_Birds_A5_notepad_Wooden_Desk_Flat_EMJ_holchester_designs.jpg?v=1768489729"},{"product_id":"deco-delights-a5-notepad","title":"Deco Delights A5 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eI reckon that the A5 notepad is possibly the hardest-working stationery items around the country (*although I have nothing to confirm that).  It’s an absolute staple of anyone’s stationery collection - great for meeting notes, keeping by a phone or on the kitchen bench for shopping lists - and having a patterned one just gives it that extra bit of something.  Meaning regardless of how every-day what’s written on it seems, it still looks lovely and inviting!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis pad is part of the Deco Delights patterns collection which was new for 2023.  It’s a shapely, Deco inspired pattern with deep teal tones and golden yellow detailing to give it some elegance and sophistication, which of course rubs off on whatever is on the page.  Initially a hand-drawn motif, this has been digitised and turned into a repeat pattern which you can see across this and the other items within the collection.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper notepad, complete with corner detailing on the writing panels, has 50 tear-off sheets per pad, which are lightly glued together along the top edge.  The central panel is ever-so-slightly transparent, so you can still faintly see the pattern underneath, but also clearly read what’s been written.  The paper is 100gsm, so it’s nice and smooth to write on and can easily cope with inkier pens and highlighters, and the pad is backed by recycled board to give it some rigidity.  Along with the vegetable oil based inks used by my UK based printer, it means this product is made from recycled elements and is also fully recyclable too.  Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped with a recycled paper belly band which is also easily recyclable too. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s a few reasons why a notepad such as this makes a great gift, especially for stationery lovers.  Firstly they’re an easy shape to wrap and post.  Secondly, they make a unique budget-friendly yet quality gift, especially good for a colleague or a secret-santa.  And finally they’re a practical present too, so if you’re conscious about not wanting to get something for the sake of it a pad like this, or just generally beautiful patterned stationery, make a brilliant choice. In fact last year my A5 pads, and sets including them, were popular teacher gifts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs I mentioned above there are a few products in this pattern collection, and should you want to make up a gift set there’s actually a few already put together in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns so you can always create your own (and make sure you include a little something for you too!). \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47396586258709,"sku":"NPDD02","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Deco_Delights_A5_Notepad_Wood-Desk_Page_Turn_EMJ_holchester_designs.jpg?v=1769790271"},{"product_id":"a6-notepad-homegrown","title":"Home Grown A6 Notepad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\" class=\"\"\u003eThese A6 pads are the first in this size to enter our stationery collection, and I don’t think they’ll be the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s 50 pages of recycled paper in per pad, and each page has a gentle and intricate floral pattern, with a hazy colour palette all inspired by the English countryside in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAlthough it’s patterned there’s a decent sized semi-opaque panel in the middle, meaning you can both see the pattern but also see whatever it is you’re writing - obviously the most important thing with a notepad!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOf course paper quality is key, as with all our products, so the recycled paper is a lovely smooth 100gsm and will even stand up to inky fountain pens or highlighters, so it’s great for next to you at your desk for quick notes or to live in the kitchen for last minute shopping lists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDue to it’s size it is, however, compact and convenient to take out and about with you, fitting easily into pockets, handbags or even down the side of your laptop sleeve just in case you need to write something in a moment of inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe notepad comes with a belly band around it to keep the pages together, and with a Holchester Designs stamp on the reverse of the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhether for yourself at home or work the A6 pad really does feel like a small but mighty addition to our planet-friendly stationery range.  It’s also a great little gift - think small but perfectly formed (and nicely practical) Secret Santa present for a colleague or friend - and works brilliantly added to some of our other products to make a fabulous statement stationery gift set.  In fact, I’ve even put some sets together already and you can find them under the Stationery gift sets categories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders can take up to 4 working days to process, but if you need it quicker let me know and I’ll do what I can to get it out sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648620507413,"sku":"NPHG01","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648620540181,"sku":"NPHG02","price":8.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Home_Grown_A6_recycled_paper_Notepad_Desk_Flat_holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1769792514"},{"product_id":"deco-delights-list-pad","title":"Deco Delights List Pad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\" class=\"\"\u003eGot things to list? Or know someone who loves a list - then these are what you need! List pads were the most requested item in 2022 and so in 2023 they just had to happen, and what’s more there’s three patterns to choose from! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis design is Deco Delights, an Art Deco inspired pattern which features around the edges of the pad a central writing panel meaning you can still easily see what's on the list! The panel is ever-so-slightly transparent though too so you can still see elements of the pattern underneath. The teal of this pattern is complemented by the golden-yellow line motif, originally hand-drawn by me before being digitised into a repeat pattern, and really does give a very sophisticated look to your list pad (regardless of what it is you’re listing!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe 50 sheets of recycled paper is 100gsm, so it’s nice and smooth to write on and can easily cope with inkier pens and highlighters, and the pad is backed by recycled board to give it some rigidity (so it can happily hold its own on the kitchen bench, in a letter rack or under the phone).  Along with the vegetable oil based inks used by my UK based printer, it means this product is made from recycled elements and is also fully recyclable too.  Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in biodegradable cellophane, meaning that you can dispose of it in household rubbish guilt-free. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s a few reasons why a list pad is a fabulous gift, especially for stationery lovers: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThey’re an easy shape to wrap and post, and are letterbox friendly too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThey make a unique budget-friendly yet quality gift, especially good for a colleague or a Secret-Santa who deserves a special little something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThey’re a wonderfully practical present too.  If you’re conscious about not wanting to get something just-for-the-sake- of-it, an item like this, which combines functionality with quality and colour, makes a brilliant choice. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs I mentioned above there are a few products in this pattern collection, and should you want to make up a gift set there’s actually a few already put together in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns so you can always create your own (and make sure you include a little something for you too!).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648576074005,"sku":"NPDD03","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648576106773,"sku":"NPDD04","price":9.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Deco_Delights_list_pad_wood_desk_Square_EJM_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1769790188"},{"product_id":"brighton-birds-list-pad","title":"Brighton Birds List Pad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eTo-do List, Shopping List, Packing List - anything you need to list, this is a great pad to help you! This product was hands-down the most requested of 2022 events, so here it is in the expanded range for 2023!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis design is Brighton Birds, and is new for 2023. The Chinoiserie inspired panel can be seen around the edges, overlapping the central writing panel at the very edges, but still leaving you with lots of space for your important list. The central panel is also ever-so-slightly transparent though so you can still see elements of the pattern underneath. And if this pattern has caught your eye there’s also a B5 notebook, an A5 Notepad and a double sided Bookmark in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJust as with all my other notepads the paper is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese list pads can make a lovely gift and there’s a few benefits to getting one - firstly, they’re an easy shape to wrap, post and easy fit through the letterbox! Secondly they’re fab for a stationery-loving colleague to say thanks for your support this year (without being too showy), and they’re secret-santa budget friendly too.  And finally, being a practical present is also a massive advantage.  If you’re conscious that you don’t want to buy something just for the sake of it, a pad like this is a brilliant choice as it combines easy functionality with quality, colour and pattern so still seems a thoughtful gift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs I mentioned above there are a few products in this pattern collection, and should you want to make up a gift set there’s actually a few already put together in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders take 1-4 business days to process and standard delivery is second class via Royal Mail. If you need it quicker though drop me a note and I’ll see what I can do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648571945237,"sku":"NPBB03","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648571978005,"sku":"NPBB05","price":9.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Brighton_Birds_list_pad_wood_desk_Square_EJM_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1769791417"},{"product_id":"cutouts-list-pad","title":"Cutouts List Pad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\" class=\"\"\u003eI love a list. Chances are you love a list.  Infact I’m not sure how I’d feel about someone who didn’t ever write a list! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eList pads were such a popular request in 2022 they had to become a reality in 2023.  This one is an extension of the popular Cutouts Collection, adding yet another practical notepad size to what’s already available. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eNo matter what the list is you’re writing, the abstract and shapely Cutouts pattern adds a pop of colour and some vibrant 90s-inspired energy so it’ll never seem boring.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s 50 smooth recycled paper sheets per pad, glued along the top edge and backed on rigid recycled board (meaning it can hold it’s own against the other items on your desk, kitchen bench or even the letter rack you keep by your house keys for ‘useful’ stuff). And of course the paper is 100gsm, as with all my notepads, so you can write on it using your biros or fountain pens, and even highlight the really important bits and the paper will cope fine. The pattern itself is printed using vegetable oil based inks, by my lovely eco-printing specialist printers based here in the UK, and each pad come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSo why get a list pad as a gift? Of course, for stationery lovers it’s a bit of a no brainer - we all love stationery - but actually there’s a few good reasons a lovely notepad like this makes such a great gift. Combining functionality with vibrant patterns, detailed artwork and planet-friendly printing means that this ticks both the pretty and practical gift boxes.  Need something that’s easy to wrap and send? Tick! The sizes of these mean they don’t take much wrapping and can easily fit through a letterbox. And finally sometimes you need a small, but perfectly formed, gift - perhaps for a work colleague or a Secret-Santa - that is both thoughtful and on-budget. And these pads 100% fit that brief too. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you’re looking for a slightly larger gift for a stationery-addict, colour-lover or perpetual organiser then I’ve also got some pre-made up gift sets available in the shop, all of which can also come ready wrapped and be posted out direct to wherever you need them to go.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648581054741,"sku":"NPCU04","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648581087509,"sku":"NPCU05","price":9.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Cutouts_list_pad_wood_desk_hand_right_Square_EJM_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1769790100"},{"product_id":"floral-trellis-a6-notepad","title":"Floral Trellis A6 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis notepad is part of the Floral Trellis pattern collection which is new for summer 2024.  There’s 50 identical sheets of recycled paper in per pad, and each page has a gentle and intricate floral pattern, with a hazy colour palette all inspired by the English countryside in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAlthough it’s patterned there’s a decent sized semi-opaque panel in the middle, meaning you can both see the floral pattern but also see whatever it is you’re writing (very important when that's why you're using it!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOf course paper quality is key, as with all our products, so the recycled paper is a lovely smooth 100gsm and will even stand up to inky fountain pens or highlighters, so it’s great for next to your keyboard for quick notes at work, in the kitchen for your shopping lists, or even just by your housekeys for those emergency notes you might need to leave. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDue to it’s size it is, however, also compact and convenient for fitting side of your laptop case or in the bottom of your handbag just in case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe notepad comes with a belly band around it to keep the pages together, and with a Holchester Designs stamp on the reverse of the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhether for yourself at home or work the A6 pad really does feel like a small but mighty addition to our planet-friendly stationery range.  It’s also a great little gift - think small but perfectly formed (and nicely practical) present for a colleague, friend or teacher - and works brilliantly added to some of our other products to make a fabulous statement stationery gift set.  In fact, I’ve even put some sets together already and you can find them under the Stationery gift sets categories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders can take up to 4 working days to process, but if you need it quicker let me know and I’ll do what I can to get it out sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648627028245,"sku":"NPA6FT01","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648627061013,"sku":"NPA6FT02","price":8.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Floral_Trellis_A6_Notepad_flat_wood_desk_Square_EJM_Holchesterdesigns.jpg?v=1751635622"},{"product_id":"paradise-a6-notepad","title":"Paradise A6 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis notepad is a new addition to the ever popular Paradise pattern which has become a core part of my stationery ranges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s 50 identical sheets of recycled paper in per pad, and each page has brightly coloured birds around it's edged, with a slightly overlap on the top right corner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAlthough it’s patterned there’s a decent sized semi-opaque panel in the middle, meaning you can both see the pattern underneath but also see whatever it is you’re writing (very important when that's why you're using it!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOf course paper quality is key, as with all our products, so the recycled paper is a lovely smooth 100gsm and will even stand up to inky fountain pens or highlighters, so it’s great for next to your keyboard for quick notes at work, in the kitchen for your shopping lists, or even just by your housekeys for those emergency notes you might need to leave. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDue to it’s size it is, however, also compact and convenient for fitting side of your laptop case or in the bottom of your handbag just in case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe notepad comes with a belly band around it to keep the pages together, and with a Holchester Designs stamp on the reverse of the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhether for yourself at home or work the A6 pad really does feel like a small but mighty addition to our planet-friendly stationery range.  It’s also a great little gift - think small but perfectly formed (and nicely practical) present for a colleague, friend or teacher - and works brilliantly added to some of our other products to make a fabulous statement stationery gift set.  In fact, I’ve even put some sets together already and you can find them under the Stationery gift sets categories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders can take up to 4 working days to process, but if you need it quicker let me know and I’ll do what I can to get it out sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648632566037,"sku":"NPA6PD01","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648632598805,"sku":"NPA6PD02","price":8.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Paradise_A6_Notepad_flat_Wood_desk__Square_EJM_Holchesterdesigns.jpg?v=1751635622"},{"product_id":"deco-delights-a6-notepad","title":"Deco Delights A6 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis Deco Delights pattern was one of my most successful launches in 2023, and due to demand I've now expanded the range a little more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis Art Deco inspired pattern which features around the edges of the pad a central writing panel meaning you can still easily see what's been written! The panel is ever-so-slightly transparent though too so you can still see elements of the pattern underneath. The teal of this pattern is complemented by the golden-yellow line motif, originally hand-drawn by me before being digitised into a repeat pattern, and really does give a very sophisticated look to your list pad (regardless of what it is you’re listing!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOf course paper quality is key, as with all our products, so the recycled paper is a lovely smooth 100gsm and will even stand up to inky fountain pens or highlighters, so it’s great for next to your keyboard for quick notes at work, in the kitchen for your shopping lists, or even just by your housekeys for those emergency notes you might need to leave. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDue to it’s size it is, however, also compact and convenient for fitting side of your laptop case or in the bottom of your handbag just in case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe notepad comes with a belly band around it to keep the pages together, and with a Holchester Designs stamp on the reverse of the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhether for yourself at home or work the A6 pad really does feel like a small but mighty addition to our planet-friendly stationery range.  It’s also a great little gift - think small but perfectly formed (and nicely practical) present for a colleague, friend or teacher - and works brilliantly added to some of our other products to make a fabulous statement stationery gift set.  In fact, I’ve even put some sets together already and you can find them under the Stationery gift sets categories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders can take up to 4 working days to process, but if you need it quicker let me know and I’ll do what I can to get it out sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648624341269,"sku":"NPA6DD01","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648624374037,"sku":"NPA6DD02","price":8.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Deco_Delights_A6_Notepad_Wood_Desk_Coffee_Square_EJM_HolchesterDesigns.jpg?v=1731596221"},{"product_id":"seascape-a6-notepad","title":"Seascape A6 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIntroducing one of the first items in one of two new pattern collections for 2024 (so far) - Seascape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFor the first time Holchester Designs has gone underwater! Inspired by a visit with my family to Bristol Aquarium last summer, and some my own favourite childhood memories of visiting the Great Barrier Reef, this pattern celebrates the magnificently vibrant colours and shapes of nature under the water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere’s 50 identical sheets of recycled paper in per pad, and each page has a bold edge with a few glimpses of fish and coral, some of whom come out to see you (only in 2D though).   Although it’s patterned there’s a decent sized semi-opaque panel in the middle, meaning you can both see the pattern underneath AND see whatever it is you’re writing (very important when that's why you're using it!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOf course paper quality is key, as with all our products, so the recycled paper is a lovely smooth 100gsm and will even stand up to inky fountain pens or highlighters, so it’s great for next to your keyboard for quick notes at work, in the kitchen for your shopping lists, or even just by your housekeys for those emergency notes you might need to leave. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDue to it’s size it is, however, also compact and convenient for fitting side of your laptop case or in the bottom of your handbag just in case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe notepad comes with a belly band around it to keep the pages together, and with a Holchester Designs stamp on the reverse of the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhether for yourself at home or work the A6 pad really does feel like a small but mighty addition to our planet-friendly stationery range.  It’s also a great little gift - think small but perfectly formed (and nicely practical) present for a colleague, friend or teacher - and works brilliantly added to some of our other products to make a fabulous statement stationery gift set.  In fact, I’ve even put some sets together already and you can find them under the Stationery gift sets categories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders can take up to 4 working days to process, but if you need it quicker let me know and I’ll do what I can to get it out sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648629322005,"sku":"NPA6SS01","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648629354773,"sku":"NPA6SS02","price":8.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Seascape_A6_Notepad_Pen_Desk_Angle_Square_EJM_Holchesterdesigns.jpg?v=1729518094"},{"product_id":"floral-trellis-list-pad","title":"Floral Trellis List Pad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" class=\"\"\u003eTo-do List, Shopping List, Packing List - anything you need to list, this is a great pad to help you! One of my most request items before they arrived, these are now a firm best-seller!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis design is Floral Trellis, new for 2024. Inspired by the dreamy flower covered trellis arches in country house gardens, the design can be seen around the edges of the pad with a couple overlapping the central writing panel at the very edges.  Don't worry though, there is still lots of space for your important lists. The central panel is also ever-so-slightly transparent though so you can still see elements of the pattern underneath. And if this pattern has caught your eye there’s also two A5 notebooks, an A4 Planner Pad, A6 Notepad and a double sided Bookmark in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJust as with all my other notepads the paper is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in biodegradable cellophane, meaning that you can dispose of it in household rubbish guilt-free. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese list pads can make a lovely gift and there’s a few benefits to getting one - firstly, they’re an easy shape to wrap, post and easy fit through the letterbox! Secondly they’re fab for a stationery-loving colleague to say thanks for your support this year (without being too showy), and they’re secret-santa budget friendly too.  And finally, being a practical present is also a massive advantage.  If you’re conscious that you don’t want to buy something just for the sake of it, a pad like this is a brilliant choice as it combines easy functionality with quality, colour and pattern so still seems a thoughtful gift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs I mentioned above there are a few products in this pattern collection, and should you want to make up a gift set there’s actually a few already put together in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders take 1-4 business days to process and standard delivery is second class via Royal Mail. If you need it quicker though drop me a note and I’ll see what I can do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648613331221,"sku":"NPDLFT01","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648613363989,"sku":"NPDLFT02","price":9.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Floral_trellis_list_pad_wood_desk_Square_EJM_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1762868111"},{"product_id":"paradise-list-pad","title":"Paradise List Pad","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" class=\"\"\u003eTo-do List, Shopping List, Packing List - anything you need to list, this is a great pad to help you! One of my most request items before they arrived, these are now a firm best-seller!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis design is Paradise, one of my most popular designs since it was introduced in 2022, and I thought it was about time it arrived on this size of notepad.  Unfortunately it won't transport you to anywhere exotic, but the brightly coloured bird motifs inspired by Birds of Paradise will hopefully add some colour and energy to your lists. (Although it can't make the food shop or your phone messages any more exciting, sorry!).  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe pattern can be seen around the edge of the writing panel, which is every so slightly transparent so you can see the pattern underneath, but don't worry it's very faint and won't distract from the list itself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAnd if this pattern has caught your eye there’s also an A5 Lay-flat Notebook, an A4 Planner Pad, A5 Planner Pad, A6 notepad and a double sided Bookmark in the range, so lots of options to mix and match to create a dreamy stationery set. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJust as with all my other notepads the paper is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese list pads can make a lovely gift and there’s a few benefits to getting one - firstly, they’re an easy shape to wrap, post and easy fit through the letterbox! Secondly they’re fab for a stationery-loving colleague to say thanks for your support this year (without being too showy), and they’re secret-santa budget friendly too.  And finally, being a practical present is also a massive advantage.  If you’re conscious that you don’t want to buy something just for the sake of it, a pad like this is a brilliant choice as it combines easy functionality with quality, colour and pattern so still seems a thoughtful gift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere is also now the option to add some magnetic tape to your pad! Coming in a separate little envelope you'll get two 8.5cm strips of magnetic tape you can attach to the back of your pad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs I mentioned above there are a few products in this pattern collection, and should you want to make up a gift set there’s actually a few already put together in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOrders take 1-4 business days to process and standard delivery is second class via Royal Mail. If you need it quicker though drop me a note and I’ll see what I can do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48648616509717,"sku":"NPDLPD01","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48648616542485,"sku":"NPDLPD02","price":9.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Paradise_list_pad_wood_desk_Square_EJM_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1770745614"},{"product_id":"moonlit-moths-a5-daily-planner-pad","title":"Moonlit Moths A5 Daily Planner Pad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eBringing some colourful, yet gentle, energy to your planning, this multicoloured Moonlit Moths desk planning pad has easy to tear-off pages and is perfect for helping bring focus your day.  Use it for your morning to-do lists, to breakdown tasks on a specific project or day, or having to hand in the kitchen for shopping lists or housework sorting (and yes, just because the jobs are boring they can still be written on something fun!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Moonlit Moths pattern came about around the same time as my Butterfly House design, which followed a trip to a butterfly house with my young daughters \u003cspan\u003ewho 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 class=\"\"\u003eThe idea of this daily planner pad is, just like the larger A4 weekly planner pads, that the boxes can provide a little bit of structure, but that you can use them for whatever you need that day, dividing up your daily tasks and other priorities into manageable sections to help you work through them and not get too overwhelmed.\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 get it done and the bottom could be what you need to delegate 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 also uses vegetable oil based inks.  The writing panels are ever so slightly see-through, so you can see the pattern underneath, but 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 a recyclable belly band around it and no plastic in sight. \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, a colourful Secret-Santa surprise, or even a practical but fun thank you for a teacher.  I’m a firm believer that a great 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":56136055652736,"sku":"NPA5DPMM","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Moonlit_Moths_A5_Daily_Planner_Pad_Wooden_Desk_Flat_Square.jpg?v=1751029267"},{"product_id":"flight-of-herons-a5-notepad","title":"Flight of Herons A5 Notepad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003ePossibly the hardest-working stationery items around the country (*in my opinion) the A5 notepad is a staple of any stationery collection - great for meeting notes it’s also perfectly sized for keeping by a phone, on the kitchen bench for shopping lists or just for around the house leaving notes for whoever needs them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\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 and then their colour and place adapted to fit around the writing panel in the notepad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper notepad is intended to add a pop of colour and air of elegance to what’s on the page, be it a to-do list or phone message.  The central panel is ever-so-slightly transparent, so you can still faintly see the pattern underneath, but also clearly read what’s been written.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe paper itself is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. 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Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA5 pads just like this one make great gifts for a few reasons! Firstly they’re an easy shape to wrap and post.  Secondly, they make a unique budget-friendly yet quality gift, especially good for a colleague or a Secret-Santa.  And finally they’re a practical present too, so if you’re conscious about not wanting to get something for the sake of it a pad like this, or just generally beautiful patterned stationery, make a brilliant choice. 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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 (especially with the matching Recipe Notebook or List Pad) 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":56802960376192,"sku":"NP A5 WP SF","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Seasonal_Fruits_A5_daily_planner_flat_desk_angle_Holchester_designs.jpg?v=1773251320"},{"product_id":"enchanted-blooms-list-pad","title":"Enchanted Blooms List Pad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eTo-do List, Shopping List, Packing List - anything you need to list, this is a great pad to help you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork has been inspired by that magical feeling of being in a flower field surrounded by thousands of multicoloured petals.  The sort where when there's a breeze it feels like an exciting natural energy flowing through the stems (rather than bringing impending rain).  But also by the wonderful busy yet methodical, nature inspired patterns from the Arts \u0026amp; Crafts and Art Nouveau movements, where there's lots to see and an intensity of colour but it isn't overwhelming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJust as with all my other notepads the paper is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. Finally, this notepad will come to you wrapped in a recycled paper belly band, which is also fully recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese list pads can make a lovely gift and there’s a few benefits to getting one - firstly, they’re an easy shape to wrap, post and easy fit through the letterbox! Secondly they’re fab for a stationery-loving colleague to say thanks for your support this year (without being too showy), and they’re Secret-Santa budget friendly too.  And finally, being a practical present is also a massive advantage.  If you’re conscious that you don’t want to buy something just for the sake of it, a pad like this is a brilliant choice as it combines easy functionality with quality, colour and pattern so still seems a thoughtful gift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere are a couple of matching items in this pattern collection, as well as other Florals, should you want to make up a gift set.  And there's even some already put together for you in the Stationery Gift Set section. But of course, gift sets don’t always have to be matching patterns! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holchester Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56802966077824,"sku":"NP DL EB","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8795\/2405\/files\/Enchanted_Blooms_DL_List_Notepad_Woode_Desk_flat_Holchester_Designs.jpg?v=1773251037"},{"product_id":"seasonal-fruits-list-pad","title":"Seasonal Fruits List Pad","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eTo-do List, Shopping List, Packing List - anything you need to list, this is a great pad to help you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruity pattern - a mix of Strawberries, Blueberries and a Lemon - is understated on this pad to leave you lots of space for your important notes.  But the original inspiration was nostalgic cookbooks, handwritten recipes and traditional countryside pictures.  So hand-drawn like home-cooked and a lighter colour palette to feel a little bit retro and to let the brightness of the colourful fruits really shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJust as with all my other notepads the paper is recycled, and at 100gsm it is both lovely and smooth and robust enough to deal with highlighters and the inkiest of pens.  There’s 50 sheets per pad, and they’re glued along the top edge making them easy to tear-off sheets without damaging the ones underneath.  The notepad is backed by thick recycled card, so it’ll cope fine on a kitchen bench or tucked in a paper tray or letter holder, and it’s been printed here in the UK by a specialised eco-conscious printers who also uses vegetable oil based inks and conscientiously sources their paper stocks. 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Secondly they’re fab for a stationery-loving colleague to say thanks for your support this year (without being too showy), and they’re Secret-Santa budget friendly too.  And finally, being a practical present is also a massive advantage.  If you’re conscious that you don’t want to buy something just for the sake of it, a pad like this is a brilliant choice as it combines easy functionality with quality, colour and pattern so still seems a thoughtful gift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThere are a couple of matching items in this pattern collection should you want to make up a gift set.  And there's even some already put together for you in the Stationery Gift Set section. 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And even if what you’re using it for isn’t the most exciting, having a beautiful patterned pad still means I smile when I reach for it.  In fact I reckon it's a lovely bit of self-care as a little treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMy Floral Trellis pattern was inspired by trellis arches in country house gardens, which when in full bloom became a bit of an obsession of mine as they looked and smelled so incredible.  My hand-drawn flowers were then digitised and tweaked for scale to be used across the collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis recycled paper notepad has 50 tear-off sheets per pad, which are lightly glued together along the top edge.  The central panel is ever-so-slightly transparent, so you can still faintly see the pattern underneath, but also clearly read what’s been written.  The paper is 100gsm, so it’s nice and smooth to write on and an easily cope with inkier pens and highlighters, and the pad is backed by recycled board to give it some rigidity.  Along with the vegetable oil based inks used by my UK based printer, it means this product is made from recycled elements and is also fully recyclable too. 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