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The last two hospitals I've worked at have had electronic systems for documenting and prescribing. As someone who loves pen and paper, this has been particularly tough on the soul! My way to combat this is to use a notebook for work-related things. This can range from audit work to jobs generated from clinics and conditions to read up on/things to revise. My two current notebooks of choice are one... read more

Apologies for my absence. It’s that time of year when other things demand our attention, sowing and planting and getting the garden in good order. I’ve been buying and restoring pens too, though. It’s hard work to get decent pens at a reasonable price these days. I think a large proportion of pens go through […] read more

No one has time to waste on a bad pen. That’s especially true for teachers, who often spend over an hour a day grading assignments. The right read more

Earlier on this year, I was having a tough time and treated myself to a new fountain pen: this limited edition Sailor Professional Gear Regular Fountain Pen in Navy and Rose Gold. It came with a rose gold 21k fine nib and I feel like the photos don't do this pen justice at all. First impressions at the time:What a beautiful pen! It's a great size (a bit chunkier than... read more

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Fineliners marry the visual impact and performance of ink with the convenience and predictability of a needle-point pen. Unlike metal-tipped technical pens or traditional brushes and dip pens, fineliners take no special care to use. This makes them accessible for beginners and everyday writers while allowing experienced artists to work distraction-free. This guide focuses on artist-quality pens but includes some more fun, affordable selections too. Read... read more

With its sleek body and brilliant performance, we wouldn't be surprised if you thought the Kaweco Sport was a sports car. Born from rigorous German engineering and design in 1935 as an unassuming plastic fountain pen, it has since added rollerball pens, ballpoint pens, mechanical pencils, and clutch pencils to the family. Read our exclusive interview with Kaweco’s CEO, Michael Gutberlet, to learn more about the... read more

Organize busy schedules and plan for the future with a 2022 planner. These indispensable tools come in different formats—such as daily, weekly, and monthly layouts—to best suit your planning style. Read on to see what planners we have available for 2022, including options from Hobonichi, Kokuyo, Leuchtturm1917, and more. 2022 April Start Hobonichi Techo & Kokuyo Jibun Techo ... read more

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Whether old or new our pens are precious things. We either buy the best we can or restore to a high standard. Many of us have our collections on show under glass. Even those who buy old pens to write with keep them in good order and take pride in them. It was not always […] read more