We’ve covered unique advent calendars for men, Secret Santa ideas, and even the best cheese calendars… but what if you need Christmas gift ideas for a writer, journaler or calligrapher in your life?
For anyone struggling to find something for a papyrophiliac (that’s someone who loves all things stationery), this guide is exactly what you need.
We’ve got the lowdown on all the best stationery advent calendars on the market in the UK right now. Whether you’re buying for a devoted diary keeper or your young niece or nephew, we have options for all kinds of people.
Our favourite stationery advent calendars for 2024
There aren’t a huge number of stationery advent calendars on the market, which is both a positive and a negative.
On the bright side, it’ll be a lot easier for you to choose the right calendar for you because you don’t have hundreds of different products to choose from. However, you may find your options are a little limited, meaning you could struggle to find the best advent calendars for you/your recipient.
But we’re here to help. Check out our favourite stationery advent calendars for 2024 below. We’ve picked calendars to suit a range of budgets, so hopefully you’ll find something to suit you.
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For a touch of luxury
If you’re hoping to make a strong impression with your gift and are willing to loosen your purse strings a little, this indulgent advent calendar might be your best choice. Get the best stationery accessories for yourself or a loved one.
Papier’s 24 Doors of Desk Delights
Price:
£140
Papier are seeking to outdo themselves after last year with their 24 Doors of Desk Delights 2024. Its 24 advent calendar gifts range from unique mini-products to full-size bestsellers. This collection features Papier staples like an A6 notebook, a three-fineliner set, and a rollerball pen.
Where to buy: Papier
Martha Brook 24 Days of Stationery
Advent Calendar
SOLD OUT
Price:
£109
Get the ultimate in writing luxury with Martha Brook's beloved, premium advent calendar. It justifies its high price with the sheer quality of its products. From personalised notebooks to splendid ink pens, Martha Brook provides everything you need in one of the best stationery advent calendars on the market.
Where to buy: Martha Brook
For supporting independent businesses
If you’re looking to support a small business this Christmas, online marketplaces like Not On The High Street and Etsy are good places to check. You may also find more calendars made by independent artists and designers online (checking social media is a particularly good way to find independent stationery brands!).
Cornflower Lane Crafty Advent Calendar
Price:
£34.99+
Small business fans will adore this memory-keeping advent calendar from Etsy. Enjoy journals and craft goods hand-wrapped every single day leading up to Christmas. Almost everything is handmade and ideal for yourself or the creative people in your life.
Where to buy: Etsy
Colour Their Day 24 Days of Stationery Delights Advent Calendar
Price:
£67.50
This eye-catching stationery collection from Colour Their Day will make a lovely gift for a keen notetaker. Products in this calendar include rainbow bulldog clips, to-do list desk pads and a selection of bookmarks.
Where to buy: Not On The High Street
For people who love to journal
Got a loved one who loves to journal or keep a diary? They’ll probably enjoy the majority of calendars mentioned in this guide, but we think they’ll particularly appreciate this selection for notebooks and journals:
Wonderland Art Studio Craft Supplies Advent Calendar
Price: £50 £42.50
Get the best craft supplies carefully curated and hand-wrapped in this seasonal countdown of art goods. Open writing paper pads, washi tape, stickers, stencils, and pencils from stationery brands like Habico and Dovecraft every day until Christmas.
Where to buy: Etsy
Whisporia's 'The Book Journal Box'
Advent Calendar
Price:
£140 £78
Spend your December making a journal truly yours with The Book Journal Box Advent Calendar. This great deal comes with a handmade journal and everything you need to customise it. One of the best stationery advent calendars, it lets you colour the outside of your journal while inspiring the things you write inside it.
Where to buy: Whisporia
For keen scrapbookers
If you’ve seen the scrapbooking craze over on TikTok, you’ll know how oddly satisfying it can be. If you’re buying a Christmas gift for someone who already enjoys scrapbooking or even just someone who you think might enjoy it, these calendars could be just the ticket.
Colour Their Day 24 Days Of Washi Tape Advent Calendar
Price:
£50
Washi tape is one of the must-have accessories for all keen journalers, and this calendar comes packed with 24 individually wrapped tapes. There’s also an option to add gift wrap if you’re buying this for someone else.
Where to buy: Not On The High Street
Papercraft Society Advent Calendar
SOLD OUT
Price:
£34.99
Harness your inner creativity with this craft-focused advent calendar. Whether you prefer card-making, papercraft, or especially scrapbooking, it’s full of the tools and supplies for you. With patterned paper, stencils, folders, and more, get everything you need to fill your festive season with creativity.
Where to buy: Craftstash
For calligraphers
Maybe you know a keen calligrapher or maybe you’ve got someone in mind who might like to give it a try. In either case, an ink craft supplies advent calendar is an unusual, yet thoughtful Christmas gift.
Cult Pens 2024 Stationery Advent Calendar
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Price: £95
This sophisticated Cult Pens advent calendar comes packed with 24 stationery gifts. Pens, pencils, rubbers, fancy ink cartridges, stationery pots, and more are in evidence to keep you writing through the festive season.
Where to buy: Cult Pens
Cult Pens Diamine Ink-Vent Calendar 2024
Price: £88
Give the diehard calligraphers in your life the right tools. This advent calendar comes with 25 bottles of luxury-quality pen ink. The variety and calibre of ink available has made this advent calendar legendary among stationery fans and fountain pen enthusiasts.
Where to buy: Cult Pens
For kids
Whether you’re buying for a child who loves writing and getting creative, or just looking for an alternative to a traditional chocolate calendar, these kids' stationery calendars are a wonderful way to get their imaginations whirring.
Smiggle Stationery Advent Calendar
Price:
£35 £12
Smiggle’s children’s advent calendar comes packed with bright and colourful items, including quirky erasers, festive glitter glue and even a candy cane pen. This is guaranteed to bring a smile to any creative kid’s face and keep them entertained for hours.
Where to buy: Smiggle
Barbie Stationery Advent Calendar
Price: £13.20
Know a child who’s just obsessed with Barbie? This fun little calendar includes colouring pencils and crayons, glitter glue, stamps, keyrings and more, and is suitable for kids aged three and up.
Where to buy: Party Bits
Harry Potter Hogwarts Seasonal Surprise Advent Calendar
Price:
£29.99
This 2024 calendar combines your stationery favourites with the world of Harry Potter. Among other delights, you can find pens, washi tape, and more other Harry Potter stationery. Reinvent your craft supplies with the magic of the Wizarding World.
Where to buy: Amazon
Paw Patrol Stationery Advent Calendar
Price: £13.20
Young Paw Patrol fans will enjoy every day of the countdown to Christmas with this stationery calendar. With stamps, colouring pencils, crayons, and art activities, it comes with everything they need to nurture their creativity.
Where to buy: Party Bits
Minecraft Surprise Stationery Box 2024
SOLD OUT
Price:
£22.49 £15.74
Delight a young Minecraft player while encouraging multiple hobbies. This Minecraft stationery advent calendar comes with writing paper, notebooks, highlighters, pencils, pens, rulers, stickers, and other pieces of stationery. Every gift bears an iconic Minecraft character, creating a Christmas countdown that young adults won’t forget.
Where to buy: Amazon
Why buy a stationery advent calendar?
Maybe you’re buying a birthday gift for someone born in November, or you’re treating someone special to an early Christmas present? Perhaps you’re just on the hunt for some unusual advent calendars as an alternative to chocolate for you and your family this year. There are so many reasons why stationery advent calendars make fabulous gifts.
Whoever your recipient is, these niche calendars can offer great value for money. They’re also pretty easy gifts for people who are particularly tricky to buy for; you’re giving them a selection of smaller gifts rather than taking a punt on one bigger present.
While stationery lovers might be happy with a gift card for their favourite store, why lose the excitement? Niche advent calendars can make fantastic meaningful gifts for loved ones with very specific interests, and there are a fair few stationery calendars out there to choose from for Christmas 2024.
Keep reading if you want to find out our favourite stationery advent calendars available to buy right now. We’ve got products to suit a range of different budgets and there are even some retailers mentioned who offer cashback on your purchase when you shop via TopCashback.
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Wishing you a 'hole punch' of fun this holiday season
If you’re a stationery aficionado or buying a present for someone who is, hopefully it’s clear by now that stationery Christmas calendars can be a great option.
We’ve made sure to include the best stationery advent calendars for a variety of different ages and interests, as well as a range of budgets, so there should be at least one product that piques your interest.
And while some of these calendars are on the pricier side, this doesn’t mean they’re out of the question. Why not split the cost with another person and get a calendar as a shared gift for someone you’re both buying for?
On the topic of saving money, don’t forget that quite a few of the retailers we’ve mentioned in this guide are also featured on TopCashback, including Not On The High Street, Papier and Cult Pens. Shop with any of these retailers through TopCashback this Christmas and you can earn cashback on your purchase.
Have you bought a stationery advent calendar, either for yourself or for someone else? Let us know in the comments if we’ve missed any good calendars out of this guide.