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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
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
04Oct
what’s in my bag #24: a small cross body bag
These are some of my favourite blog posts so of course, I had to kick off with another one in my return to blogging. Earlier this year, this bag caught my eye in the Smythson sale. I was on the lookout for a classic black mini cross-body bag which would last years and age well. However, I didn't want a brand that was common or mainstream and it also... read more
29Mar
The Best Fine-Tip Mechanical Pencils
Wandering the aisles of your local office supply store, you’re sure to find 0.7 mm and 0.5 mm mechanical pencils. But what if those aren’t what you need? Have you ever thought pencil manufacturers just aren’t thinking small enough? Fine-tip mechanical pencils that write with 0.3 mm and even 0.2 mm leads aren’t likely to turn up on shelves near you, but here at JetPens we... read more
15Feb
LAMY Safari: A Comprehensive Guide
The LAMY Safari is a minimalist favorite in the world of writing instruments. Since its launch in the eighties, the LAMY Safari has expanded from fountain pens to include other writing instruments, like rollerballs, ballpoints, and mechanical pencils. LAMY didn’t stop there: a pen made of aluminum known as the AL-Star soon joined the family, followed by the Vista and Lx. In this guide, we’ll discuss... read more
10Oct
REVIEW: VENVSTAS MAGNA C/C FOUNTAIN PEN
After too long of an unplanned hiatus (sorry!), we're back with a pen review you probably didn't see coming in a million years! Indeed my first encounter with the Venvstas Magna wasn't a flawless one, considering I had quite a few qualms with the original design. For me, those issues distracted from the impressive and unique looks of the Magna and ultimately made it a less enjoyable pen to... read more
15Feb
Taiwanese Stationery Brands You Need to Know
Japanese and Korean stationery get a lot of time in the limelight. In this guide, we are bringing some much deserved attention to Taiwanese stationery! Taiwanese brands offer fountain pens and other accessories, many of which are inspired by retro aesthetics to bring vintage appeal to your desk. We take a closer look at eleven Taiwanese stationery brands and recommend stellar products that deserve a spot... read more
