It’s the little things in life that can make all the difference to your workday: a quiet morning brew, a sweet afternoon treat, an organised desk. Bring more of these little joys into your day to day with these delightful desk accessories for your workspace. Whether you’re seeking motivation or meditation, update your desk setup with decor that will make you smile, stationery to streamline your workflow and desk helpers that will win back time in your day.
Create a Colourful Workspace
Boisterous, energising, motivating: if all these words speak to you then you might thrive in a colourful workspace. From kaleidoscopic calendars to neon dot magnets, here are all the desk accessories that will add an invigorating splash of colour to your workspace, each under $10.
Desk Accessories for Planning
Swimming in paperwork? From important plans to presentation notes, store all your files in these document wallets. This pack of 12 has six translucent colours making it easy to colour code your records or check the contents at a quick glance. When they’re ready for storage, seal them up with a click of their button closure.
This monthly planner helps you focus on the bigger picture at play, whether you’re juggling multiple projects or managing team members. Use it as a desk planner or use its sticky backing to display it on a wall in your workspace. There are 50 undated sheets so you can use it for four years straight, or utilise it during your busier months.
What to Try
- Keji A4 Document Wallets with Button Closure Assorted 12 Pack $10
- J.Burrows Stick-it Monthly Planner 110x150mm 50 Sheets $4.50
Desk Accessories to Make Memorable Memos
Keep all your action points written down in one place with a notebook. This eye-catching cover has fun abstract shapes in bright block colours, making it stand out from the rest. Inside you’ll find 160 lined pages for you to compile your notes, to-do lists and brainwaves. Its A5 size also means it's easy to take on the road when you’re at an offsite or working on the go.
The sky’s the limit when you have these rainbow sticky notes at hand. They're great for all your note-taking needs, whether you’re jotting down a quick reminder or working through a big-picture idea. Need to rearrange your thoughts? They’re repositionable, so you can easily move them around.
This sticky note block is made for the puzzle-lovers out there. Comprised of six triangular pads, each piece can fit together to create different shapes. Each individual block is a different colour, making it perfect for colour coding your notes, from urgents tasks to contact details.
What to Try
- Keji A5 Ruled Notebook 160 Page Swirls $3.50
- Legami Rainbow Thoughts Adhesive Pads $10
- J.Burrows Stick-It Notes Puzzle Block Assorted 6 Pack $8.50
Desk Accessories to Add Some Whimsy
Make your notes pop with this pack of six teddy bear themed highlighters. Explore all the colours of the neon rainbow along with a range of emotions – each brightly coloured bear represents a different mood, from positive to surprised. Their nib tips mean you can mark up the important points with precision and easily make notes with them.
Whether you’re sketching creative designs or structural plans, keep your tools sharp and follow all your great ideas down the rabbit hole with these whacky bunny pencil sharpeners.
Keep your important reminders front of mind with these neon dot magnets. This pack of 30 offers five bright colours, all in different sizes, so you can decoratively pin up everything you need, from important reminders to fun photos.
What to Try
- Legami Teddy’s Mood Mini Highlighters 6 Pack $8
- Maped Croc Innovation 1 Hole Sharpener Assorted $5
- Three By Three Colour Dot Magnets Brights 30 Pack $9
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Create a Calming Workspace
If you feel more settled and productive in a relaxing environment, then a minimalist aesthetic is most likely your vibe. Make your workspace feel like a meditative haven with desk accessories that imbue a sense of order and calm. Stylish yet functional, discover the stationery that will transform your way of working, each $10 or under.
Desk Accessories for Decoration
Add a personal and serene touch to your workspace with some mood-boosting decor. In fact, research suggests a touch of greenery in your workspace helps improve mood, concentration and productivity. Reap the positive benefits of lush foliage without any of the upkeep – dress up your space with this evergreen plant and vase set and never worry about a watering schedule.
Whether it’s a photo of your happy place or a relaxing memory, adorn your magnetic board with your favourite images with this gold and white magnetic photo frame.
What to Try
Desk Accessories to Organise Your Space
Bet you’ve never thought of a pen cup as an interior fashion statement. This one will change your mind. Bound in natural linen-like material, it has a minimalist and textural appearance, meaning it will fit into almost any setup. Its internal space has a removable divider, so you can choose to have one or four compartments to organise your stationery.
This monthly desk planner will not only look neat in your space but will help you keep your schedule tidy as well. Its simple monochrome colourway means it fits seamlessly into any workspace aesthetic. The layout has an undated monthly overview and a designated column for priorities, notes and actions.
What to Try
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Desk Accessories for Efficiency
A USB lamp will help light your way through everything from presentation planning to drafting emails. This luminescent companion is great for working on the go where lighting conditions may not be ideal. Plug it into your laptop for an extra light source or into a portable charger and use it as a reading light.
Binders are a great way to store all your records but this handy hole punch at your side makes it even better. Its single hole can punch ten sheets of paper at a time making quick work of record-keeping.
An essential of any workspace is, of course, a notebook. This notebook’s soft matte cover in a buttery yellow colourway will soothe your mind as you open it, whether you’re checking over your to-do list or making quick meeting notes.
