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27Jan
what’s in my bag #25: my work backpack by sweaty betty
The majority of my work days, I carry this Sweaty Betty quilted backpack. It's pretty functional and quite well built and considering that it's on the pricier end for a backpack, I would hope so! I also really like the two pockets at the side. On rainy days, one side is useful for an umbrella and the other side usually has a folded up tote bag. Contents (top left, clockwise):... read more
05Apr
The Best Fountain Pens Under 100 Dollars
What was your first fountain pen? Chances are, it was a bare-bones gateway pen made of cheerful plastic. These are perfect for learning how to use fountain pens, but once you’re comfortable, the expansive world of mid-range fountain pens awaits. These pens give you access to a wide variety of styles, higher-quality materials and construction, and specialized designs like pocket sizing and built-in filling systems. At... read more
19Apr
The Best Japanese Notebooks
Whether you’re a student, a fountain pen lover, or simply curious about good paper, Japanese notebooks will ease difficulties with writing you didn’t know you had. Centuries of papermaking and high standards for design make for notebooks that are leaps and bounds beyond the blue-lined spiral-bound ones you might grab from an office supply store. To learn more about the incredible variety and impeccable quality of... read more
21May
A Mottled Hard Rubber Mystery
This beautiful and mysterious safety pen was shown to me by Rob Parsons. The tapering shape of the pen suggests that it is a late one. The mottled hard rubber is lovely as it always is. Who made it? It has a superficial resemblance to Waterman pens and it has an 18k Waterman nib. There’s […] read more
21Jan
Serious Nibbage Snippet Platinum Fountain Pen Broad Architect Nib Grind
Hi friends! Happy new year! What on earth? How is it nearing the end of January already? I've written 2021 way too many times, despite the fact that it still feels like March 2020. I hope you are all well and safe. I am working on some little things here and there and doing my best to stay sane. Easier said than done, right? Please enjoy a little serious... read more
