Scribbler

Scribbler is a gift, card and novelty shop located on the top level of the Bullring (on the entrance from the Bull). It’s brightly coloured and inviting exterior never fails to draw my eye when I’m taking a shortcut to the Birmingham Markets to grab the weekly shop.
Yesterday I thought I would pop in and actually have a look. It’s not a large unit, but the walls and floors are totally packed with fun bits and pieces and cards of a good quality. The greetings cards are probably on par with someone like Paperchase in terms of cost, but I spotted some designs I hadn’t seen before (and will be back to check regularly to stock up for friends and family).
They sell a small range of gift books (including things like Grumpy Cat, Cyanide and happiness as well as other internet webcomics) and items from the likes of «Fred & Friends» for those awesome kind of kitchen gadgets that you don’t need, but you definitely want.
I spotted some 75% off items on their far wall, left over from the Christmas sales. I ended up purchasing 7 different things that WOULD have been over £40 pre-​sale, but I paid £11. The member of staff at the counter was chipper, helpful and welcoming and we had a good old chat about some of the items they stock in the shop.
A lot of the gear in here is expensive, but it’s unusual and fun and would make brilliant presents for those «hard to buy for» people in your life. Definitely pop on down and give it a look next time you’re in the Bullring.