Letterbox gift for a friend: a pair of art socks
A single pair of Kunstsokken makes a letterbox gift: it comes in our letterbox box, so in most cases it drops through the door and your friend doesn't need to be in. One pair costs €12.95. It comes with a small card about the artwork, and no price.
What gift can I send that fits through a letterbox?
A single pair of socks. We send single pairs in our letterbox box. If you order a gift box, a set or several pairs at once, it usually comes as a parcel instead. Want it to land on their doormat? Choose one pair.
Every single pair has a small card about the artwork. So your friend finds out straight away who painted it and why it's special.
How do I send a small gift straight to a friend?
It takes three steps:
- At checkout, enter your friend's address as the delivery address.
- Enter your own address as the billing address.
- The confirmation goes to your email. There's no invoice and no price in the box.
You can't add a personal message yet, so why not text your friend that something nice is on its way?
Which pair of art socks suits my friend?
Think about what your friend loves, or what they've just been through. That way, even a small gift feels personal. Every pair below costs €12.95 and comes in EU 36-40 (UK 3.5-6.5) and EU 41-46 (UK 7-11).
For a friend with a new baby: Almond Blossom
Vincent van Gogh painted Almond Blossom in 1890 as a gift for his newborn nephew. The white blossom stands for new life and hope. A kind gesture for someone who has just had a baby.
For the friend who would rather be by the sea: The Great Wave off Kanagawa
Hokusai's famous Japanese print, from around 1831. A nice one, too, for a friend who is off to Japan or has just come back.
For the friend who is far too busy: The Scream
Edvard Munch painted The Scream in 1893. A figure holds its hands to its face under a red sky. Anyone having a hectic week will get the joke straight away.
For the friend with green fingers: Willow Bough
William Morris drew this pattern in 1887, after a walk along a stream lined with willows. Green leaves on cream, calm and fresh.
For the night owl: The Starry Night
Van Gogh's best-known night sky, from 1889. For a friend who loves staying up late, or simply loves Van Gogh.
For the friend who knows everything about Vermeer: Girl with a Pearl Earring
Vermeer painted the girl with the pearl around 1665. A true classic of Dutch art.
| Pair | Artwork | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almond Blossom | Vincent van Gogh, 1890 | €12.95 | A friend with a new baby |
| The Great Wave off Kanagawa | Katsushika Hokusai, around 1831 | €12.95 | Sea lovers and Japan fans |
| The Scream | Edvard Munch, 1893 | €12.95 | Someone with a hectic week |
| Willow Bough | William Morris, 1887 | €12.95 | Keen gardeners |
| The Starry Night | Vincent van Gogh, 1889 | €12.95 | Night owls and Van Gogh fans |
| Girl with a Pearl Earring | Johannes Vermeer, around 1665 | €12.95 | Lovers of Dutch art |
What if the size is wrong?
Your friend can swap it for the other size, free of charge, within 30 days. They do it through our online returns portal, using your order number. No money changes hands, so your friend never sees a price, even then. The sizes are EU 36-40 (UK 3.5-6.5) and EU 41-46 (UK 7-11), for men and women.
How long does a letterbox gift take to arrive?
Order on a working day before 23:30 Dutch time and we send it the same day. It usually arrives in 2-3 days in the UK and 3-5 working days in Ireland. In the Netherlands it's usually there the next working day, and in Belgium and Germany after 1-2 working days. We don't ship at weekends. Every delivery has tracking.
Frequently asked questions
Does a pair of Kunstsokken fit through the letterbox?
In most cases, yes. A single pair comes in our letterbox box. Gift boxes, sets and larger orders usually come as a parcel.
Is there a price or invoice in the box?
No. There's no price and no invoice inside. The order confirmation goes to your email address.
Can I add a personal card?
Not yet. Every single pair does come with a small card about the artwork.
Can I send pairs to several different friends?
Each order goes to one address. To send gifts to more friends, place a separate order for each friend.
What if my friend needs a different size?
Your friend exchanges it for the other size for free within 30 days, through the online returns portal, using your order number.
How long does delivery take?
Order before 23:30 Dutch time on a working day and it ships the same day. UK: usually 2-3 days. Ireland: 3-5 working days. Netherlands: usually 1 working day. Belgium and Germany: 1-2 working days. France: 2-4 working days.