It was actually cool this morning. Like, I needed a sweater and socks! I immediately went out and bought some Pumpkin Spice Coffee because in my heart, Autumn is coming and I’m ready to embrace it with two hands — one with a steamy mug and the other with fresh muffin. Hello, Autumn! We missed…
I am off to San Francisco today but I am getting so excited for Autumn and 2026 planner season. Next Monday is the official launch day for Hobonichi and, for us stationery folks, the official start of Autumn. To get prepared, check out some of these posts: All Set Up for Hobonichi Preview Party at…
While in DC, I was able to pick up a Galen Leather Zippered 10-Slot Pen Case in Crazy Horse Havana Brown ($68). The Havana Brown color is a limited edition color variant and is only available in the US at present. I’ve loved my Galen Leather 3-Slot Pen Case that I’ve had for years (EIGHT…
This is just a quick reminder that there are only a few days left before the San Francisco Pen Show. There are still a few spots left in my workshops so you ill want to sign-up as soon as possible so that I pack enough kits and that you don’t miss your chance to take…
I have been using Kaweco Caramel Brown ink almost all year long in my journal and planners. I have refilled the same pen with this deep chocolatey brown repeatedly. The bottle is actually starting to run dry so I wanted to poke around my collection to see if I can find the back-up option. Since…
It’s that time of year again. I watched the kids walking to school this morning on their way to the first day of classes. Some kids looked like they were on a mission, while others walked with the trepidation — hoping they meet friends, fit in and like their teacher. And just like the annual…
I’ve been meaning to pick up one of the Komamono Dip Pens that they’ve been stocking at Vanness Pen Shop but I always miss my chance at pen shows. In DC, I was able to grab one of the Komamono Afternoon Tea Strawberry Cake Glass Dip Pen Sets ($20 per set) though I do have…
