The Pen Addict 693: Get 'em, Ana - Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Nov 27, 2025
Ana Reinert, stationery writer and founder of The Well-Appointed Desk, joins to share holiday gifting gems focusing on small makers. Discover must-have pens from unique brands facing inventory shortages. Ana and Brad highlight exquisite paper choices like Yamamoto and Robiki, alongside creative inks from Dominant Industry and The Wet Pen. They recommend essential stationery shops, suggest practical accessories like customized backpacks from Hot Dang Press, and celebrate the charm of local brick-and-mortar stores.
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Sticker Business Scaling Story
- Ana moved her sticker business from hand-cutting to a local printer to regain time for new designs.
- She re-photographed and adjusted many designs because the new printer had different cutting parameters.
Choose Gel Pens By Size And Color
- Try micro gel pens if you write small or are left-handed because their ink dries faster.
- Choose brands by available colors and comfort rather than hunting a single "best" brand.
Erasable Gel Pens Are Now Practical
- Erasable friction pens evolved into viable everyday options with better performance and design variety.
- Environmental sensitivity and ink inconsistency remain concerns for some users.