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Inkling Digital Sketch Pen - $199.00 [ Link ]
The Inkling is a new graphic drawing tablet from Wacom — without the tablet. The stylus converts and saves drawings as you draw them on real paper, making it easy to upload them to your computer later. I so want to try this!
by wacom.com
Zenblocks Walnut Desk Decoration - $28.50 [ Link ]
Beautiful designerly objects that you can play with too — these blocks would be great when you need a bit of creative inspiration. Sometimes we just need to use our hands.
by Etsy
Pantone Turquoise Holiday Ornament - $15.00 [ Link ]
What better way to remember the designers in your life than with a Pantone Christmas ornament — pick their favorite color and they'll remember their true calling every Christmas.
by shop.cooperhewitt.org
Bird by Architectmade - $50.00 [ Link ]
Classics for a reason, these birds are one of those inspirational desktop accessories we designers all would love to have but don't always splurge on for ourselves.
by Lumens
Ceramic Speakers - $500.00 [ Link ]
When you spend hours at your computer designing the next big thing, having the right music and the right speakers becomes paramount to your success. These beauties are as inspirational to look at as they are to listen to.
by shop.cooperhewitt.org
Instax Mini 7s and Mini 25 Instant Cameras [ Link ]
The new instant-camera revolution! These are great for on-the-fly shooting, whether that means taking inspirational pics, documenting a design or giving a print to a client or friend. I also love the all-white styling.
by Photojojo
Original Scribbler, 5mm - $90.00 [ Link ]
I sketch regularly, and finding the perfect pencil is a constant concern. The beautiful lines of this mechanical pencil make it seem like it would feel like perfection in my hand.
by shop.cooperhewitt.org
ThinkGeek Olloclip iPhone Camera Lens - $69.00 [ Link ]
So many designers are also iPhone addicts. What better way to feed the addiction than by giving them the right camera lens to make on-the-go photos more designworthy?
by ThinkGeek
Reclaimed Wood Geometric Magnets - $12.00 [ Link ]
Even the fridge will look well designed with a set of these geometric wooden magnets. Lots of available colors will keep designers happy, too.
by Etsy
Maple Wood Desk Accessories - $114.00 [ Link ]
Organize the perfect desk with simple, modern desk accessories like these. I find that the better my desk looks, the better my work ethic is.
by A+R
Bamboo iPad Case - $129.99 [ Link ]
A stylish iPad sleeve is a must but often hard to find. This gorgeous bamboo cover seems sturdy enough to weather rough usage, with a minimalist look that's right up my alley.
by silvaltd.com
Small Utilitarian Ceramic Jar, Pink - $80.00 [ Link ]
Here is the kind of unique artisan-made gift you can't find just anywhere. It's perfect for storing all kinds of goodies — its usefulness almost outweighs its beauty.
by Gretel
Turnkey Pencil Sharpener - $13.49 [ Link ]
For the old-fashioned artist in all of us, a real old-fashioned pencil sharpener just feels good in the hand. Sometimes getting real with our tools is much more satisfying than using an iPad stylus.
by Animi Causa Boutique
Mess: The Manual of Accidents and Mistakes - $13.99 [ Link ]
This amazing book sounds like it has the perfect set of creative exercises to keep designer minds loose and agile. Each page includes a quick instruction to get you started, and the only goal is to be as messy and unintentional as possible.
by Amazon
Moss Terrarium Bottle - $37.95 [ Link ]
Bringing a little live greenery into your home is always invigorating, and these moss terrariums are nearly foolproof. No matter how green your thumb, the moss should stay alive with a little spritz of water here and there.
by eartheasy.com

Comments

Paintings by Kirsten Elizabeth Gilmore That camera lens for the iphone would be a great gift! I'm tempted to get one myself. :)
5 months ago · ·
Dana Veach I want an inkling! I want an inkling...did I mention that I want an inkling?
5 months ago · ·
Lanie Brown I'm not a professional designer, but I've been very good this year, so Santa, I want a Pantone Christmas ornament, please!
5 months ago · ·
snavarra I know designers would dig this Tastee Toaster Paper Toy Calendar! Check it out here --> https://www.etsy.com/listing/117317045/tastee-toaster-desktop-calendar-2013
or
https://www.doodaastudio.com/store/product_detail/tastee-toaster-calendar
5 months ago · ·
A. Peltier Interiors Love those speakers! I have a constant battle with my husband about his huge ugly speakers:) if only I could get him to lve these too!
5 months ago · ·
middleofnowhere The inkling is the coolest. toy. ever. Ever!
5 months ago · ·
moodymt Thanks for the tips! Just had to get the Zenblocks for my son who is an industrial designer.
5 months ago · ·
Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc. Absolutely great ideas! I wish some body would give me that pantone ornament:)
5 months ago · ·
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