Imagine–your friend sent you a JetPens gift card.
Lucky you!
Cus I didn't get one...
But you have no idea what to get.
After all, there’s so much to choose from on our site.
If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve curated sets for three different budgets!
You don’t have to limit yourself to our suggestions, though.
Feel free to swap some items out.
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Let’s get into it!
Tier 1
35 dollars
Just enough to hit free shipping on our site for US shoppers, this kit covers the basics and provides a taste of our stationery essentials.
The Uni Jetstream is our most recommended ballpoint pen– the whole JetPens team loves using it!
The pen features low-viscosity ink that makes writing feel as smooth as a gel pen,
but for truly pigmented and vibrant gel ink…
Our top gel pen is the Zebra Sarasa Mark On,
which resists smearing with highlighters after only five seconds on the page!
We had to choose this gel pen since our next pick is the Zebra Mildliner, notorious for smudging ink.
Even so, Mildliners are our most popular highlighters.
They’re available in a huge variety of beautifully soft colors.
Each of these sets includes five markers, providing a good sample of different shades.
For a mechanical pencil pick, we went with the Tombow Mono Graph Shaker.
Just shake the pencil up and down to extend the lead.
You can even lock the mechanism by pushing up on the clip.
If you don’t want to use the shaker, you can instead extend the lead by pushing down on the clip.
While the Tombow Mono Graph comes with an eraser,
we recommend getting a separate one like the Pentel Hi-Polymer Ain Eraser.
Made from a special polymer material, it cleanly removes marks with a light touch and produces less dust than typical erasers.
Since it’s black, it won’t look dirty after erasing.
To hold all your supplies, you just need a simple, durable pen case, and the Velos Tin Case is exactly that.
It can store your pens, pencils, scissors, and even memo pads.
Don’t underestimate the Maruman Spiral Note’s humble appearance.
It’s filled with smooth, high-quality paper that’s perforated for easy tearing,
perfect for submitting assignments.
Lastly, decorate your belongings with these Midori Removable Planner Stickers!
They’re re-stickable, so you can move them if you change your mind.
Choose from a variety of charming designs.
Tier 2
70 dollars
If you want to splurge a little more, try this bundle.
It includes upgraded picks as well as more advanced stationery.
The ergonomic Pilot Dr. Grip Ballpoint Pen looks and feels wonderful.
It has an optimal weight balance, with most of the weight concentrated near the center of gravity on the body.
This helps to prevent hand cramping and strain as you write.
It comes in several different models, including Full Black & Pure White which are a few dollars more.
With your extra budget, you have enough to get a set of Zebra Sarasa R Gel Pens!
They boast extra-vibrant inks that are formulated to appear more pigmented.
You can also get a Kokuyo Mark+ 2 Way Marker Pen Set.
The pens allow you to highlight and take notes without switching pens!
The fine tip is slightly darker, so you can safely highlight over the writing.
Our pencil pick is the Advance version of the Uni Kuru Toga.
Not only does it rotate the lead for a consistently sharp point,
it also features a sliding lead sleeve that protects the lead as you write.
The iconic Tombow Mono Eraser is one of the best and most popular erasers on our site.
You don’t need to apply much pressure to remove pencil marks.
To ensure that your supplies are fully protected, we recommend the cushioned Lihit Lab Smart Fit Actact Compact Case.
It lies flat when unzipped, making it easy to find items.
The Kokuyo Smart Ring Campus Notebook is a slim and lightweight alternative to binders.
You can rearrange notes with ease thanks to its ring mechanism.
Each notebook comes with ten sheets of smooth, fountain pen-friendly Campus paper, but it holds up to 60 sheets.
Finally, these adorable Bande Washi Tapes are actually rolls of individual stickers!
To use them, gently peel off as many stickers as you want:
decorate with one at a time or bunch them together to create charming borders, wreaths, or bouquets.
Tier 3
100 dollars
Our third tier kit includes fancier stationery.
If you’re really looking to treat yourself, you’ll enjoy these picks.
Featuring an elegant design, the Pilot Acro 1000 offers a wide metal grip section with a low center of gravity for comfort.
It uses smooth, low-viscosity ink that produces crisp, pigmented lines.
We love the Zebra Sarasa Clip for its delightfully smooth, rich pigment-based ink,
so we had to include our favorite sets in this kit.
It’s available in a rainbow of colors, but the Vintage shades add subtle flair to notes.
Get a 10-set of Uni EMOTT Sign Pens with your extra budget!
These stylish, ultrafine felt tip markers come in a protective case
that transforms into a convenient easel pen tray when the lid is folded back.
Our mechanical pencil pick is the innovative Zebra DelGuard Type ER.
Not only does it have a two-part lead protection system,
it features a generously sized eraser that extends when you flip the pencil over and drops back in when you start writing again.
For a sturdy yet flexible eraser, try the Staedtler Eraser with Holder.
When the eraser wears down, push the tab upwards to extend more.
The tab also lets you lock the eraser in place.
When it’s time to replace it, just pop in a refill!
To hold your essentials, the stylish Hightide Nähe General Purpose Case is a pen case and slim organizer in one.
It can carry an A5 size notebook, pens, and other small accessories.
Maruman Mnemosyne Notebooks combine sophisticated style with high-quality paper.
It feels luxurious to write on whether you’re using fountain pens or markers, and each page is micro-perforated for easy removal.
Lastly, upgrade your sticker game with Midori Transfer Stickers!
To apply, cut out the sticker you want to use, remove the back paper,
then use a flat object like the MU Print-On Wooden Applicator to rub it onto the page.
Finally, slowly peel off the remaining plastic.
They look as though they’re seamlessly printed on the paper!
Did any of these items catch your eye?
What would you put in your kit? Let us know in the comments below!
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