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26Mar
A Telescopic Eyedropper Filler
Mario Kaouklis kindly sent me photos and information of this telescopic eyedropper in black hard rubber with a metal overlay. It was described initially as Mabie Todd, probably because it has a Swan nib but it clearly isn’t. The pen measures 95mm (without ring) closed but extends to a generous 135mm. There’s no indication of […] read more
10Feb
using my bullet journal to record my running progress
In December 2020, I decided to start running regularly. Having been a keen sportswomen prior to that (regular netball, the odd game of squash, basketball, etc), I had a good basic level of fitness but for some reason, could never get into running and actually loathed it a bit!However, lockdown changed things. Team sports were not allowed, meet ups were not allowed and most recreational grounds/gyms/fitness centres were closed.... read more
11May
Korean Stationery Brands You Need to Know
If you’re a stationery lover, you probably know that Korean stationery is on the rise. Korean stationery offers charming items like scented gel pens, pastel highlighters, adorable stickers, and other fun accessories for your notebooks and journals. We’ll focus on ten Korean stationery brands that should be on your radar, as well as some of our favorite products that they offer. Read on to learn more.... read more
03Sep
Classic Pens LB5 Kouseki Fountain Pen Sailor Nagahara King Eagle Nib
This pen is no longer in production, but I really enjoy the nib so I wanted to share it with you.If you enjoy and/or appreciate and you want to lend your continued support, please do check me out on Patreon. You can pledge your support and/or undying love for as little as $1. You are in no way obligated to do so. I appreciate your readership, viewership, and your support... read more
15Feb
RE-REVIEW: LEONARDO MOMENTO ZERO GRANDE (2020) FOUNTAIN PEN
It's of course no secret that I've been enjoying Leonardo pens quite a bit in the last year, maybe even a bit too much! As if they're made from catnip, I found myself strongly drawn towards almost every new pen they released in the past twelve months... and they released A LOT of new pens, mind you! A consistent personal favorite among all those new creations has been the Momento Zero Grande, as well... 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
09Mar
The Best Stamps
First things first: no, we aren’t talking about postage. Stamps and ink pads are great creative tools for any level of artistic skill as well as organizational aids that fit right into planner spreads. Our stamp selection ranges from clear stamps to pre-inked stamps and self-inking stamps, and all our picks are durable and useful for years to come. Read on for a full overview of... read more
28Apr
PAPER REVIEW: GALEN LEATHER TOMOE RIVER NOTEBOOK
Tomoe River notebooks are omnipresent these days, offered by various brands in many different styles. With good reason of course, as everyone wants a piece of the Japanese wonder paper to get the absolute best out of their fountain pens! Turkish stationery and leather goods company, Galen Leather, jumped on the Tomoe River wagon quite a while ago with their collection of 'Everyday Books': a selection of thin softcover... read more
14Apr
News: M605 Tortoiseshell-Black Special Edition
Pelikan got out ahead of their vendors today, taking the opportunity to break the news of their next big fountain pen release via their Instagram account. Rumors about this one started at the end of March and now we finally have our first look at the upcoming M605 Tortoiseshell-Black. This newest M605 takes the iconic […] read more