SPD Membership

One of the best gifts you can give this year, but we may be biased! A membership is the gift that keeps on giving. With happy hours and quarterly virtual talks and events (free to members), your happy recipient will be reminded of your generosity throughout the year. When you give an SPD membership you are not only supporting the premier professional organization of publication design, but inspiring the friend, colleague, or student you are sharing with.

$50.00-200.00 Review membership levels here

2026 Monthly Wall Calendar from Karst

“Because your usual wall calendar is so fragile it’s basically a potato chip—this one’s made of stone paper, so it laughs in the face of coffee spills, accidental splashes, or “oops, I tore the corner” moments.” — Alice Morgan, Senior Art Director, Entertainment Weekly.

$99.00 Link to purchase

Shape Scissors from Present & Correct

“They are kind of a clever, design-forward tool that’s part ruler, part compass, part cutting instrument. I think it’s great for anyone who still believes great ideas start with paper, precision, and play.” — Dian Holton, Art Director, AARP, AARP The Magazine, TheGirlfriend.com, Sistersletter.com, AARPEthel.com.

$32.00 Link to purchase

“Volumes Subscription” Pencils from Blackwing

“I use Blackwing Pencils for every illustration. It is great to receive a quarterly set of limited-edition, themed pencils that tell a story. I've been a subscriber for years and it's the one subscription I never dream of canceling.” — Brian Lutz, Illustrator and Adjunct Professor, University of Hartford.

$110.00 Annually. Link to purchase

Holiday Wishes 18 oz, 4-wick Candle from Harry Slatkin, the "King of Home Fragrance"

“I have a stash of these elegant candles because they look good, smell good, and are good for you (aromatherapy). They make perfect gifts and you can use the containers after to store knick-knacks or snacks.” — Keisha Dean, Executive Director, SPD.

$25.20 Link to purchase

Nail-Art Sticker Set by Deco Beauty

“I love how this “Plot Twist” pack makes my nails look like tiny book-ish illustrations while I’m curled up at home reading. It feels like a cozy little design surprise every time I turn a page, adding a bit of extra charm.” — Inma Hortas, Illustrator.

$12.00 Link to purchase

Magic Keyboard for iPad from Apple

“I like the option of using the touch screen on the ipad and also having the traditional keyboard and mouse. Add the Apple Pencil and mouse and it's another option for creating while on set, in the office, or while traveling!” — Rashida Morgan-Brown, Creative Director.

$249.00 Link to purchase

Dinner Napkins from James June Hand-Dyed Textiles

“With everything from a small project bag to totes, tea towels, bandanas and more, James June has a hand-dyed textile for anyone in your life. I'm partial to the dinner napkin set—unified by color, but each with an individual pattern. They'd also make a great host gift. Bonuses: Support a small, female-owned business and the ability to collaborate on a custom piece.” — Faith Stafford, Sr. Deputy Design Director, Los Angeles Times.

$25.00 Link to purchase

Stickers from World Famous Originals

“Everyone on my list is getting a very specific and very goofy sticker in their card or stocking this year. Ben's shop has such a varied and hilarious selection and there's something absolutely perfect for everyone I know. The gift is the sticker, yes, but it's also showing your friends you deeply understand their personal humor and niche interests.” — Anne Latini, Art Director, Fast Company.

$2.00-10.00 Link to purchase

Large Pocket Patch Everything Shopper from Donna Wilson

“This is the coolest bag ever with lots of fun pockets for all your supplies. Perfect for that friend (or YOU) who needs a little organization, but wants to keep their creative look on brand.” — Carrie Mifsud, Art Director, The New York Times.

$72.27 Link to purchase

Highbrow, Lowbrow, Brilliant, Despicable: Fifty Years of New York Magazine

“A plethora of inspiration from my favorite gift—the New York 50th Anniversary Book. It’s a few years old but still rich with inspiration.” — Susanna Hayward, Art Director, New York Magazine.

$65.00 Link to purchase

Gittana Table Lamp from Lampboy

“Because your screen-lit face at 2 AM isn’t doing you any favors—this sculptural lamp gives off soft, flattering light so you can feel a little less like a cave-dwelling pixel monster.” — Alice Morgan, Senior Art Director, Entertainment Weekly.

$99.00 Link to purchase

Rechargeable motion sensor light strips—for anywhere you want light! from MCGOR

“These are super easy to install (stickies or magnets) and have changed my life in closets and the pantry. Motion sensor is key. They have different settings for brightness and they are rechargeable! The thing you or your recipient didn’t know was missing from life.” — Emily Furlani, Assistant Art Director, Features, The Wall Street Journal.

$23.00 for 2. Link to purchase

Pencil Magazine Issues 0-2

“I love to see what others make with graphite as much as I love drawing with it. Pencil Magazine is made by people who share this love. There is something wonderful in today's fast-paced digital world about a group of people who take the time to slow down and appreciate physical materials. Take a breath, slow down and enjoy a collaborative endeavor that is made by people using their hands.” — Brian Lutz, Illustrator and Adjunct Professor, University of Hartford.

$15.00 per issue. Link to purchase

Set of 3 Rechargeable Lighters with Gift Boxes by Halo

“These are so convenient to light candles and other things that make us feel better. They come individually gift boxed so you can keep one and easily gift to others. They come in fun colors.” — Keisha Dean, Executive Director, SPD.

$39.98 for 3 gift boxes Link to purchase

Airpods from Apple

“So many people love to have music in their lives! It can inspire creativity, relaxation and or innovation. Creatives can also listen to podcasts or other audio content while creating content.” — Rashida Morgan-Brown, Creative Director.

$249.00 Link to purchase

Vintage Japanese Erasers from Present & Correct

“These little erasers are a delightful throwback and full of character. For publication designers, they’re more than just a fun desk toy: they’re a tactile reminder of the analog craft that underpins every design system, where every detail (even what erases your mistakes) matters.” — Dian Holton, Art Director, AARP, AARP The Magazine, TheGirlfriend.com, Sistersletter.com, AARPEthel.com.

$5.00 Link to purchase

The Sudoku

“Designers spend so much time glued to their screens that our hands barely remember how to hold anything that isn’t a mouse or trackpad. This Sudoku set is the perfect low-tech brain break — a fun way to give your eyes a rest and remind your hands they have talents beyond keyboard shortcuts.” — Alice Morgan, Senior Art Director, Entertainment Weekly.

$34.00 Link to purchase

Custom Cat stamp from Stamplified

“Quirky gift that doesn’t have to be a cat. You could upload a picture of your favorite colleague, your fish, whatever spark makes you smile whenever you stamp.” — Dian Holton, Art Director, AARP, AARP The Magazine, TheGirlfriend.com, Sistersletter.com, AARPEthel.com.

$39.99 Link to purchase

Brick-Built Version of Robert Indiana’s LOVE Sculpture from Lego

“I love how the LEGO Art LOVE set lets me build the word “LOVE” in bold, blocky typography. It turns my workspace into a fun, letter-loving design corner that celebrates an iconic piece of pop-art lettering.” — Inma Hortas, Illustrator.

$79.99 Link to purchase

Desk Notepad (Cherry) from Mr. Boddington Studio

“A fabulous monogrammed notebook from a local stationery shop in Brooklyn!” — Susanna Hayward, Art Director, New York Magazine.

$60.00 Link to purchase

Playing Cards from Theory11

“They are beautifully designed, with luxe finishes, elegant tuck-boxes, and a variety of creative themes that feel like mini graphic design projects. Whether someone prefers vintage art, pop culture, or architectural inspiration, there’s a deck that matches their taste.” — Dian Holton, Art Director, AARP, AARP The Magazine, TheGirlfriend.com, Sistersletter.com, AARPEthel.com.

Prices vary. Link to purchase

Mama Told Me | 1000 Piece Puzzle from Birdie Puzzles

“It’s the perfect activity for when you want to feel productive without actually doing anything important—“I didn’t do laundry, but I did spend four hours finding one pink corner piece.”” — Alice Morgan, Senior Art Director, Entertainment Weekly.

$32.00 Link to purchase

Birdie® Fresh Air Monitor

“This little Birdie puts a smile on my face every time it goes up, I find it really handy and cute, a fun visual reminder to open the windows and let some fresh air into my workspace. And since it’s made from recycled materials, it’s the perfect combo!” — Inma Hortas, Illustrator.

$199.00 Link to purchase

Key Tags from Various Key Tags

“I like that they are small, come in a range of colors, materials (like acrylic or textured finishes), and let you pick between one of their witty/smartass lines or your own message. For SPD folks, you can brand your mag or studio, annotate keys with typographic personality, or even give them as project mementos (“That one client who paid on time”).” — Dian Holton, Art Director, AARP, AARP The Magazine, TheGirlfriend.com, Sistersletter.com, AARPEthel.com.

$15.00 Link to purchase

QuietComfort Headphones from Bose

“These Bose headphones are superior to all the others for focusing and intense design work.” — Susanna Hayward, Art Director, New York Magazine.