6 ways that a personalised notebook will be the perfect gift for a new university student.

1. Planner: Moving to Uni, means new responsibilities. A notebook can be so useful for Keeping on top of assignments and deadlines, as well as food shopping, laundry and what’s going on at the Student Union. 
   
   

2. Wellness Journal:  Having a notebook to journal  thoughts and feelings in, especially whilst settling into student life. Journaling has been proven to help in managing mental health especially during times of change.  
   
   

3. Taking Notes: So the main event of being  at uni is attending your lectures and taking lots of notes. I mean a notebook is literally what it says on the tin.
   A N-o-t-e-b-o-o-k. 
   
   

4. Recipe Book: Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out, a notebook is ideal for scribbling down new recipes, meal plans, and even grocery lists – ensuring you eat well even on a student budget. I’ll be sending my daughter off with a notebook full of her favourite recipes so she can eat well and have a piece of home. 
   
   

5. Doodling + Sketching: Sometimes you just need to let your creativity flow. A personalised notebook is the perfect canvas for doodling and sketching during breaks or when inspiration strikes. Sketch books aren’t just for art students you know. 
   
   

6. Brainstorming + Drafting Outlines For Essays: A notebook offers a blank space to map out your thoughts, get everything out of your head in order to start making sense of it – helping you structure your work clearly and effectively.

What a new university student needs

Sending your Son or daughter off to university is both exciting and anxiety inducing.  Ask me how I know!

You want them to have everything they need to make their entry into student life as easy as possible. 

• Frying pan ✔️

• (Colander because let’s face it they will be living on pasta)✔️

• Enough clean underwear to get them to laundry day✔️

• A cupboard full of food to get them off to a healthy start… Well for the first week at least✔️

• And every other practical thing on the planet that you can think of and have written on that list that you’ve been cultivating since Christmas last year! ✔️

But! As well as all the usual practical student things, they need  something that reminds them of home.  Even the most confident teenager is bound to have moments of missing home and family. That  instant support and connection from trading banter with their sibling or sitting down on the sofa with you for a cuppa when something’s on their mind.   Although you’re now a few hours away, you’re absolutely still there for them no matter what. So sending them off with something that reminds them of that is so important.   

I’m definitely going to be sending my girl off with a notebook full of her favourite recipes.  She loves to cook and will really appreciate being able to have a little bit of home cooked food just like mama makes to get her through her late night essay writing. 

A personalised Notebook
A Truly Personal and Thoughtful Gift for a uni student

I’ve been making personalised handmade notebooks for years and I truly, truly believe that they are one of the most personal and thoughtful gifts that you can give.  

Personalisation isn't just about adding a name; it's about creating something that holds sentimental value. Whether you choose  their favourite quote, an inspiring message, or a family joke.  Each time they use it they’ll remember how much you care and that you’re close by (even if they’re at the other end of the country) supporting them. 

Every time they feel a little  overwhelmed by studies or their new student life, that little reminder will help them to push through. It’s these small touches that make all the difference.

Eco Friendly Stationery

For young people,  making sustainable choices is more important than ever. 

My handmade notebooks are made from recycled paper and textile industry waste.  I make them in my solar powered studio in the Lincolnshire countryside. So choosing a lovely personal notebook from Blue Stiggy means supporting the planet as well as your teen.

Stationery and notebooks are essential kit for university students.  When thinking about what kind to buy and what text to have on the cover, think about what they might use it for. 

Boosting Organisation and Creativity

University life can be chaotic – lectures, assignments, social events – it's easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where a good notebook comes in handy. Not only does it help students stay organised by jotting down lecture notes and creating to-do lists, but it also serves as an outlet for creativity.

You don’t have to be an art student to find doodling relaxing.  A little bit of mindful drawing in a personalised notebook during study breaks can help you relax and let ideas percolate in the background, forming into something more coherent when you get back to that assignment.

Perfect for Wellness

Journaling has long been known for its therapeutic benefits. In the hustle and bustle of university life, taking a few minutes each day to write down thoughts and feelings can significantly reduce stress levels and improve mental health.

Starting a wellness journal might seem daunting at first, so here are some tips:

- Begin with gratitude: Write down three things you're grateful for each day.

- Reflect on your day: Note any highs and lows.

- Set intentions: What do you hope to achieve tomorrow?

Taking Notes

So, this is exactly what it says on the tin!  Of course students need to take notes.  They take notes in their notebook in lectures, they make notes to brain dump ideas for an assignment, Write rough drafts and outlines.  And making notes of all the new stuff they now have to remember to do because they aren’t living at home any more! 

So if you’d love a special handmade personalised notebook and you’d love my vintage typewriter Dorothy to type some personalised text on the cover, click the link below to see a range of beautiful eco conscious and handmade, personalised notebooks.