Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who has a passion for hand-lettering, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that can enhance his skills and inspire his creativity. Here are a few options to consider:

1. Hand-lettering Set: Invest in a high-quality hand-lettering set that includes a variety of pens, markers, brushes, and nibs. Look for a set that offers different colors and tip sizes to enable your son to experiment with different styles and techniques.

2. Calligraphy Book or Course: Help your son further refine his hand-lettering skills by gifting him a calligraphy book or enrolling him in a calligraphy course. These resources can provide him with inspiration, guidance, and techniques to elevate his artistry.

3. Personalized Sketchbook: Provide your son with a personalized sketchbook specifically designed for hand-lettering. Opt for one with thick, high-quality paper that can withstand various ink types and encourage his artistic expression.

4. Hand-lettering Practice Sheets: Consider purchasing or printing hand-lettering practice sheets for your son. These worksheets offer templates and exercises to help him practice different letterforms, styles, and flourishes, enabling him to enhance his skill set.

5. Lettering Inspiration Books: Gift your son a collection of books that showcase the work of renowned hand-lettering artists. These books can be a great source of inspiration and can expose him to various styles and techniques within the hand-lettering industry.

6. Art Supplies Organizer: Help keep your son's hand-lettering supplies organized by gifting him a practical and stylish art supplies organizer. Look for options with multiple compartments and versatile storage solutions, enabling him to easily access and transport his tools.

7. Art Workshop or Retreat: Consider gifting your son an opportunity to attend a hand-lettering workshop or retreat. These events provide a supportive and interactive environment where he can learn from experienced artists, gain new perspectives, and connect with fellow lettering enthusiasts.

8. Display Frame or Gallery Wall Set: Showcase your son's hand-lettering creations by gifting him an elegant display frame or a gallery wall set. This will not only offer him a platform to exhibit his work but also motivate and inspire him to continue pursuing his passion.

Remember, the most important aspect of the gift is to show your support and encouragement for your son's love for hand-lettering. By selecting a thoughtful and meaningful present, you will not only provide him with tools and resources to elevate his skills but also demonstrate your belief in his artistic talent.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”