Treat someone (or yourself) to UAL merch this season 🎁

Looking for an easy win for Secret Santa? Stocking fillers? A little something to say thank you to a friend? The UAL arts shops are stocked with trendy and practical merch that will actually get used even once the holidays are over! 

So whether you're shopping for a course mate, a loved one back home, or just fancy adding something to the basket for yourself, here are some of our favourites to wrap up this Winter: 

Tote bag

The perfect 'one size fits all' gift – bigger and better than ever. Durable and minimalist, they have so many uses on and off campus. They're ideal for carrying sketchbooks, laptops and supplies but can also double-up as a study bag for your post-Christmas food shops. 

Top gift tip: Fill one with snacks, art supplies or cosy bits to turn it into a personalised gift bag. 

Stationary

Whether you're buying for a writer, doodler, sketcher or big thinker, make sure they can jot down your next big idea with our high-quality and eco-conscious stationary. 

Did you know that our pencil are made from plastic bottles? Not to mention we've got a brand new pencil made from sustainably-sourced wood, both available in arts shops. 

Top gift tip: Build a stationary bundle by adding erasers, tape measurer and our eco-friendly plastic rulers (made from 100% recycled and recyclable plastic which can even biodegrade in compost, landfill and water), so your gift is good for them and the planet. 

Pencil case

Once you've picked the stationary, you'll need somewhere to keep it...why not in a UAL pencil case? Made from organic cotton, it's sleek and sturdy to hold all of your smaller essentials.

Top gift tip: Pair a pencil case with a few pens and pencils for a simple, thoughtful present for any creative or studier on the move. 

Don't forget that you can also grab one (or two) of our handy reusable KeepCups from the cafés, ideal for a coffee or tea lover who wants to save a bit of money on and off campus. 

The arts shop merch isn't just for aesthetics; it's practical, sustainable and community-backed to support your uni experience – which is why they make such a thoughtful gift.  

Take a look in your nearest arts shop or follow our Instagram @ual_artsshops to see what's in stock.