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Sketchbook and pencil set

Heavy paper and a graded pencil set, which removes the two excuses people give for not starting.

Usually around
$30
Kind of gift
Something to keep
Close enough for
Anyone, colleagues included
How it arrives
Has to be posted. Check the retailer's own delivery estimate before you order.

Why this works

  • Feeds a hobby they love.

A good fit when

  • beginners
  • someone who says they cannot draw

Before you buy

160gsm or heavier if there is any chance of ink or wash. A hardback cover means it survives a bag.

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