Stationery stores in the Philippines


Work and school aren’t things we always look forward to. However, having a cute notebook, pen, and some stickers might motivate you to finish your tasks.

To help you find the perfect items for your desk, we compiled this list of stationery stores in the Philippines below, including online shops for your convenience.


– Physical stores –


1. Typo – cute back-to-school items and desk decorations


Typo
Markers.
Image credit: @typo_phl

If you’re looking for a physical store that carries cute stationery, head to Typo. Besides notebooks and pens, they have decorations to brighten your desk set-up, such as miniature lockers and mini vending machine and arcade claw machine dispensers.

Stationery stores - Typo
Miniature vending machine dispensers.
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They also carry more functional items such as Bluetooth keyboards and laptop risers for those who still have classes or do work online.

Typo has several branches in Metro Manila you can check out to see if an item sparks joy before you make your purchase.

For a list of branches, click here.

Typo’s Instagram


2. Common Room PH – items by local artists and businesses


Stationery Stores - Common Room PH
Common Room PH store in Ayala Malls Manila Bay.

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Common Room PH partners with local artists and businesses to provide customers with a wide variety of handcrafted items to help you support local.

They have everything from pens and journals to scented candles and essential oils. It’s also a treasure trove for anyone who belongs to a fandom, with walls of stickers of K-pop idols, Western TV series, and more.

Common Room PH
Some of the stickers you can get at Common Room PH stores.
Image credit: Common Room PH

They even have a YouTube channel where you can learn and be inspired by their creative partners.

Common Room PH has 3 physical stores in Metro Manila as well as an online store so you can make your purchase conveniently.

For a list of branches, click here.

Common Room PH’s website| Facebook | Instagram


3. MUJI – minimalist Japanese stationery


Muji pen
MUJI gel pen.
Image credit: @glaizajournals

If you’re into the minimalist aesthetic, the Japanese retail store chain MUJI sells a variety of items in neutral colors, including stationery.

Stationery Stores - Muji
MUJI notebooks.
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They have notebooks with craft paper or clear polypropylene covers. While you’re there, you should also grab their popular gel pens. Once you have your haul, get binders and organizers to keep your desk in order.

You can visit MUJI at different locations in Metro Manila or opt to buy their items online through their website.

For a list of branches, click here.

MUJI’s website | Facebook| Instagram


4. Art Bar – wide range of art materials


Tombow Brush Markers
Tombow brush markers.
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Art Bar carries different types of pens and coloring materials, such as brush markers for those who like to journal. For serious artists, there are also many other high-quality art products available at their stores, including sculpting and carving materials.

Stationery Stores - Art Bar
Different types of paint available at Art Bar.
Image credit: Art Bar

This stationery shop would often hold art workshops, such as drawing lessons, at their stores. To stay up to date, follow Art Bar on social media.

Art Bar has stores in Metro Manila, Baguio, and Cebu. They can also be found on Shopee and Lazada.

For a list of branches, click here.

Art Bar’s Facebook | Instagram


– Online shops –


5. PaperaicaShop – cottagecore stickers and memo pads


Stationery Stores - Paperaica
PaperaicaShop products.
Image credit: @paperaicashop

If you’re obsessed with fall colors, get your stationery from the online store Paperaica.

Its owner and artist makes cozy, hand-drawn, cottagecore art which are made into stickers, memo pads, and washi tapes. These are perfect for those who journal.

The shop also sells sticker books to keep your stickers organized as you wait for the perfect chance to use them.

Get PaperaicaShop products here.

PaperaicaShop’s Facebook | Instagram


6. Analogue Lab – materials for classical journalling


Analogue Lab - stamps and ink pads
Stamps and ink pads.
Image credit: Analogue Lab PH

For those who want to take notes the old-school way, Analogue Lab has plain notebooks, onion skin paper, fountain pens, and inks.

They also sell wooden stamps, ink pads, and minimalistic stickers to decorate your journal.

The products themselves are also in neutral colors so you can really get into the classic journaling vibe.

Get Analogue Lab’s products here.

Analogue Lab’s Facebook | Instagram


7. Martial Arts & Crafts – lined journals in a variety of designs


Stationery Stores- Martial Arts & Crafts
Notebook designs at Martial Arts & Crafts.
Image credit: @martialartsandcraft.ph

Notebook hoarders should go to the online store Martial Arts & Crafts. They have a variety of lined journals of different designs, so you’re sure to find one that fits your personality.

Their designs include plain, checkered, floral, and marbled styles. You can also choose from hardbound or softbound and A5 or the more pocket-sized B6 notebooks.

To complete your note-taking needs, the shop also sells pens from metal and matte ones to others with pastels and fun designs.

Get Martial Arts & Crafts products here.

Martial Arts & Craft’s Facebook| Instagram


8. Alfajone – vintage-style flora and fauna stickers


Stationery Stores - Alfajone
Alfajone washi tapes.
Image credit: @alfajone

Make your journal look like a herbology book from Harry Potter by getting stickers from Alfajone.

The owner makes stationery from their handmade, vintage-style art of flowers and butterflies.

Besides stickers, the shop also sells floral-patterned washi tapes that are reminiscent of wallpaper in old English houses.

Get Alfajone’s products here.

Alfajone’s Facebook | Instagram


9. thekartmnl – K-pop-inspired stationery


Stationery Stores - thekartmnl
GOT7 stickers.
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Thekartmnl sells memo pads, stickers, and magnetic bookmarks inspired by your favorite K-pop groups and idols to motivate you to get things done.

They have items inspired by groups such as BTS, NCT, Blackpink, and ENHYPEN, as well as soloists such as IU and Somi.

Besides these K-pop stationery items, the shop also has deco stickers you can use for your journals or photocard holders.

Get thekartmnl products here.

thekartmnl’s Facebook | Instagram


Physical and online stationery shops


If you’re feeling demotivated, you can try getting cute stationery to inspire you to study, work, or document your life.

You can even do self-care by going out to shop for them, or simply enjoy retail therapy in the comfort of your home with the help of online stationery shops.

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Cover image adapted from: @typo_phl, @createwithpatricia, and @martialartsandcraft.ph 

 

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