ZebraZebra MildlinerMildliner changed highlighters by making softer colours mainstream. Its dual tips, gentle palette and planner friendly look keep it a creative stationery staple.ZebraAustralian Stationery Awards 2026-27
Creative Writing Tool of the Year
Recognises accessible creative stationery tools that support highlighting, lettering, drawing, decorating and journaling through colour, control, reliability and fun.
Voting status
Upcoming
Deadline: 30 June 2027
Eligible: All products
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ZebraZebra MildlinerMildliner changed highlighters by making softer colours mainstream. Its dual tips, gentle palette and planner friendly look keep it a creative stationery staple.Zebra
Uni-ballUni Posca Paint MarkerPosca markers bring opaque colour to paper, wood, glass and more. They are vibrant, playful and widely loved for customisation, art journaling and creative projects.Uni-ball
SakuraSakura Pigma MicronPigma Micron is a trusted fineliner for journaling, drawing and archival notes. Its waterproof pigment ink and reliable line widths make it a creative essential.Sakura
TombowTombow Fudenosuke Brush PenFudenosuke is a favourite for beginner calligraphy because its firm brush tip offers control. It is compact, affordable and excellent for small lettering practice.Tombow
PentelPentel Fude Touch Sign PenFude Touch offers lively colour and a flexible tip that suits playful lettering and headers. It is less formal than calligraphy pens but highly enjoyable.Pentel
KokuyoKokuyo Mark+ Dual ToneMark+ Dual Tone highlighters bring thoughtful colour pairing and Japanese study design to highlighting. They make notes cleaner, softer and easier to visually organise.Kokuyo
SakuraSakura Gelly RollSakura Gelly Roll White is a staple creative tool for illustrators, journalers and lettering artists. Loved for its opaque white gel ink, it brings highlights, details and contrast to dark paper, illustrations, cards and mixed-media work. Simple, reliable and instantly recognisable, it has earned its place as a creative desk essential.Sakura
PentelPentel Brush Sign PenPentel’s Brush Sign Pen is approachable for lettering, with a responsive tip and compact body. It gives beginners expressive strokes without the intimidation of larger brush pens.Pentel
KuretakeKuretake ZIG Clean Color DotClean Color Dot markers make decorative dots, lists and planners feel effortless. Their dual tips and juicy colours are both fun and genuinely practical.Kuretake