Notebooks
Van Gogh's Sunflowers, Vermeer's Milkmaid or a cover full of Delft Blue tiles: with our Dutch notebooks you can take a piece of Dutch art wherever you go. Here you'll find notebooks, notepads and memo boxes in every size, from a little pocket notebook to a luxury A5 journal with a magnetic closure or gilt edges. Many come with a matching pen, so you have a complete and affordable gift from the Netherlands in one go.
Dutch notebooks: the Old Masters on paper
The originals hang in the Rijksmuseum, the Mauritshuis and the Van Gogh Museum, where visitors happily queue for a closer look. On the cover of a notebook, you get to see them every day. Whether you're taking notes in a meeting, keeping a travel journal or jotting down a shopping list, The Night Watch or Almond Blossom on the front makes even the smallest note feel a little special. That makes a notebook a Dutch souvenir you won't just put on a shelf, but one you'll actually use.
De Holland Winkel has been selling Dutch souvenirs and gifts since 2002. In this category we've brought together all our notebooks with a Dutch theme: from the Golden Age to Delft Blue, and from Mondrian to Miffy.
Which notebooks can you choose from?
Vincent van Gogh
Sunflowers, Irises, The Starry Night and his well-known self-portrait. And of course Almond Blossom, which Van Gogh painted in 1890 to celebrate the birth of his nephew. Choose a small notebook with pen or a sturdy A5 hardback.
Old Masters from the Dutch Golden Age
Johannes Vermeer's The Milkmaid and Girl with a Pearl Earring, Rembrandt's The Night Watch and self-portrait, Hendrick Avercamp's skaters on the ice and the sailing ships of Willem van de Velde.
Tulips and flowers
In the 17th century, tulips were so valuable that growers had them painted in tulip books to show to buyers. You'll see that tradition in our notebooks featuring work by Jacob Marrel, Maria Sibylla Merian and Jan Davidsz. de Heem, and in our vintage botanical tulip notebooks.
Delft Blue, Mondrian and Dutch icons
Delft Blue tiles and birds, Miffy in Delft Blue, the Kissing Couple, Amsterdam canal houses and the bold colour blocks of Piet Mondrian. You'll also find "I ♥ Holland" and "I ♥ Amsterdam" memo boxes.
Which size suits you?
Not every notebook is made for the same job. A quick overview:
- ✓Small and A6: fits in a coat pocket, handbag or travel bag. Perfect for quick notes on the go.
- ✓A5: more room for a journal, sketches or work notes.
- ✓With pen: notebook and pen in the same design, ready to give straight away.
- ✓Memo boxes and notepads: loose sheets for your desk or next to the phone.
- ✓Luxury editions: with a magnetic closure, gilt edges or a metal cover in a gift box.
A notebook as a gift from Holland
A notebook is light, flat and useful, which makes it one of the easiest gifts to give or to post abroad. It fits in any suitcase and gets used long after the holiday is over.
- ✓For art lovers: a museum souvenir that won't disappear into a cupboard.
- ✓For Dutch expats and family abroad: a small, familiar piece of the Netherlands on their desk.
- ✓For students and colleagues: a practical present that comes in handy every day.
- ✓For businesses: a stylish corporate gift for international guests and partners.
Frequently asked questions about our notebooks
Does the notebook come with a pen? +
Many of our notebooks do. Look for "with pen" in the product name. Prefer a separate pen in the same theme? Have a look at our stationery.
What's the difference between A5 and A6? +
An A6 notebook is roughly the size of a postcard and slips easily into a bag. A5 is twice that size, about the size of an exercise book, giving you more room for a journal or sketches.
Can you ship notebooks abroad? +
Yes. We ship within the Netherlands and worldwide. Notebooks are light and flat, which makes them ideal for sending to friends or family abroad. See our shipping costs for all destinations.
Can I order notebooks in larger quantities? +
Certainly. Looking for notebooks for a conference, a staff event or as a corporate gift? Visit our B2B page or email info@hollandwinkel.nl.
Can I add a personal message? +
Yes, we'll add a card with your personal message free of charge. Want your gift beautifully wrapped? Choose one of our gift wrapping options.
Discover more Dutch art and stationery
Found your favourite notebook? Our online shop has thousands of Dutch souvenirs and gifts. Complete your gift with a matching bookmark, or explore all the souvenirs of your favourite painter.