It’s been a while since I posted a random collection of ideas and things I’ve been up to and buying, so I thought I’d share a few of my Amazon finds and random thoughts today. (It’s been a while since I’ve posted about anything, though. I’ve been so entrenched in moving over to WordPress.) This…
Lately, I’ve become a student of the many different flex pen options out there. I have a few different ones in my collection, and I practice so much more calligraphy and handwriting, now that I’m not tied down to only using dip pens alone for nice line variation (thicks and thins.) Today, I’m happy to…
Finding a fountain pen with a flexible nib that works well can be difficult without spending a fortune, but I’m happy to say it’s possible. My quick review spoiler: For everyday writing, journaling, and snail mail, I think you will love this pen. And, if you want a pen that makes practicing modern calligraphy simple…
One of the most common questions I hear from people just beginning brush lettering and modern brush calligraphy is, “What are the best brush pens for beginners?” Well, to a certain degree, that will depend upon each person, of course. But, some brush pens are just easier to use than others, and I sort of…
As you may already know, I love many kinds of calligraphy and hand lettering. Brush lettering, modern pointed pen calligraphy, copperplate, italic calligraphy – I absolutely love them. The photos below show several of the styles of calligraphy I like to do. These were each done early in my journey with each style.
As some of you know, I am a bit of a pen addict, and fountain pens have always been some of my favorites. While I’m not a collector of large numbers of expensive fountain pens, I do have several fountain pens, some newer and some decades old, that I enjoy and use often. I like…
Are you familiar with discbound journals (discbound planner or discbound notebook?) They’re one of my current favorite kinds of notebooks for any kind of journaling. The fact that the pages can be removed and rearranged so easily makes a discbound journal and discbound nobebook particularly great for any kind of art journaling, creative journaling, planning,…
I’m a stationery nerd, a lover of journaling of all kinds, a pen fanatic, a lover of calligraphy and lettering, real mail, washi tape, stickers, etc. I know that many of you are, too. If you are into journals, planners, pens, lettering, etc., read on. You’ll discover a great resource for stationery supplies for stationery…
There is something calming and beautiful about writing with fountain pens. I’ve loved writing with them since I was 12 or so, but I seemed to forget them for a while. Writing a letter, or in a journal, or even a grocery list with a fountain pen, makes writing a little more fun. (And I’m…
Have you ever wondered how to store your brush pens? To say I have a lot of brush markers and brush pens in general would be an understatement. Along with some fountain pens, calligraphy nibs and holders, gel pens, etc. etc. I love them! They allow me to create fun things! Please Pin for Later!…
As you all may know, I love journaling, and I have one of almost every type of journal there is. (I told you about the traveler’s notebooks I use in a recent post.) So, I realized I hadn’t really talked about the types or physical forms that journals can take, based on their purpose.
As some of you know, I’ve made this the year I will actually use some of the beautiful journaling, stationery, and art supplies that I’ve hoarded collected. One of these beautiful items is my glass pen (glass dip pen.) I love using a glass dip pen, especially when I want to enjoy a special writing experience….