I like thinking about Valentine’s Day as a great opportunity to practice a little self-care. Here in the midwest, its still cold and potentially snowy, so Valentine’s Day is a good time to take a hot bath, make a blanket fort or just do something you genuinely enjoy. That might be something with someone you…
Midori Letter and Message Pads (starting at $7 and up) are made with unique Iyo Washi paper, a paper that comes from the Ehime Prefecture in Japan, known for its high-quality water. The paper is textured with distinctive brush strokes when viewed closely. Each pad comes with 16 pages in a top bound pad which…
Before we launch into shop news, I want to remind anyone attending the CA Pen Show, there are still spots available for my classes. Let’s fall in love with inks together on Friday, Feb 14 from 3:30-5:30pm! SECRETS FROM THE INK COLLECTOR: Swatch & Catalog Your Collection will be your chance to dive deep into…
The Hobonichi Fireside Chat Notebook (B6 Blank) ($14) is a 40-page deliciously B6-sized notebook with a cardstock cover that features a quote from the mysterious “Mr. Safety Match,” whose wisdom occasionally appears in the daily quotes of Hobonichi planners. Most notably, these notebooks are filled with Tomoe River S paper. The yellow cover features blank…
Lunar New Year was actually a few days ago but I wanted an excuse to share the new Year of the Snake postage stamp (link to article below). I love this series from the USPS and love that they continue to create new designs each year. May your year be filled with joy, prosperity and…
The Nagasawa Odyssey Snow White LE fountain pen ($375) is an exclusive Sailor fountain pen, based on the “Pen Style 2005 Mine” design, released through NAGASAWA in Japan and made available in the US through Vanness Pen Shop. The Pen Style 2005 Mine shape is a little different than the classic Pro Gear Slim design…
I want to celebrate my friends, family and favorite foods and flowers in February. (Boy, I love an aliteration!) Grab your favorite roses and chocolates and celebrate yourself, your friends and your loved ones. Romance yourself! Wearingeul Oscar Wilde The Nightingale and the Rose Fountain Pen Ink (via Vanness Pen Shop) LAMY Safari Fountain Pen…
