Spring is the perfect excuse to give your workspace a gentle refresh. Whether you're tidying your desk, updating your planner, or simply want something new and lovely to write with, here are five of our favourite seasonal picks – each from a different brand we love at The Journal Shop.
1. Ciak Icons Lined Notebook – Genius
This brilliant orange notebook from Ciak is a celebration of creativity and character. Handmade in Italy with soft recycled leather, the embossed artwork and the single word "Genius" on the front make it feel playful yet purposeful.
2. Iconic Mild Gel Pen 0.38
Perfect for journaling, note-taking or list-making, these ultra-fine gel pens from Iconic come in soft pastel tones and write like a dream. A gentle way to bring a little colour into your everyday writing.
3. Hightide Nahe General Purpose Case – A6
Keep your spring essentials organised with this cheerful A6 case from Hightide. It's compact enough to pop into a bag, and comes in a range of happy colours – we love the lilac one for the season.
4. MD Notebook A5 – Grid
A modern classic. The MD Notebook from Midori features fountain-pen-friendly paper, a minimalist design, and that satisfying stitched spine. The A5 Grid version is perfect for structured creativity.
5. Yamamoto Paper A5 Writing Pad – Takasago Premium
This beautifully tactile pad features premium Japanese paper from Yamamoto. Ideal for letter writing or thoughtful notes, it’s one for the paper lovers and analogue romantics.
Feeling inspired? Browse our new arrivals or explore the full collection at The Journal Shop.
