When we’re not here, or at pen shows, we’re knitting. That’s actually how Ana and I met, at our knit group here in Kansas City almost 12 years ago! She was kind enough to join my on my knitting podcast this past week to talk about NaKniSweMo, the knitter’s companion to NaNoWriMo. Instead of writing…
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Pen Review: White Pen Comparison: Gelly Roll, Posca 0.7 and Pitt 1.5 Bullet Nib
Review by Tina Koyama I’m always on the lookout for opaque white pens. They come in handy for many urban sketching tasks, such as signage, fountains and small highlights. Of course, I use them most often on toned paper, especially in my favorite red Field Notes Brand Sweet Tooth notebook (no longer available at Field…
Eye Candy: Pelikan Classic M205 Fountain Pen in Star Ruby
I knew I wanted one from the second I saw it. Ana picked it up on Dallas for me and I haven’t had a chance to dig in yet; just take some photos with my favorite things. Vanness Pen Shop, where mine came from is temporarily sold out, but you can still order from Pen…
Friday Faves: Laura’s Fall List
Hello! I’m following up on our Friday Faves series today and sharing my current fall favorites with you. Fave read: The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon Fave watch: Outlander (via Amazon) Fave listen: Every Little Thing (via Gimlet Media) Fave eat: Apple Cider Donuts! Fave drink: Tea Pigs Fennel & Licorice Herbal…
Analog Tools
If I’m 100% honest, pens and inks and notebooks are really my second favorite analog tool. Any of you who know me, know that my first and favorite analog tools are my knitting needle(s). I’ve always found knitting soothing. It’s a way for me to exercise some creativity, and turn off the technology and at…
Eye Candy: Col-o-ring OVERSIZE
If you’re like me (you have zero sketching talent but HAD to have a Col-o-ring “Oversize” for your collection) you’ve been wondering what to do with the fabulous large format Col-o-ring! After seeing a friend’s ink swatch book and discussing it with our fearless leader, I found a purpose for mine! Pro tip: Don’t spill…
Notebook Review: North of Rosemont
Review by Laura Cameron Last month North of Rosemont contacted us and asked if we’d be interested in trying their pocket notebooks. Of course I wanted to try! North of Rosemont is headquartered in Montréal and produces pocket size notebooks based on a few key principles. To use only the highest quality, premium paper. To…