I was inspired by Derek over at dwrdnet on YouTube to attempt my very own “Use Starter Pens for One Week” Challenge. I like to think of the this as a Platinum Preppy Challenge as these were some of my first fountain pens and the one I’ve loved the most. If you want to try…
A few weeks ago I dug into The Correspondent, a novel by Virginia Evans. After all, who doesn’t love a book built around a love of writing and using stationery? Sybil van Antwerp is a retired court clerk, a lawyer in her own right, and a fierce lover of correspondence. Every morning she sits down…
Thanks to Olive Octopus for this great tag to share and learn a bit more about the pen community. If you would like to play along, feel free to leave your answers or a link to your answers in the comments (which work now!). If you consider the different ways you can engage with pens…
Its finally cool this morning making me want to drink hot, pumpkin spiced coffee, wear a cozy sweater and light candles. It’s overcast today and I am in full autumn vibes. It’s taking me a few extra days to get my planner set up, so I thought it was a good time to dig through…
While this post is a little about The SF Pen Show, its mostly about how even the shyest, most introverted, awkward people* can find true, lifetime friends. The San Francisco Pen Show is probably the show I’ve attended the most and have developed some of my best, closest friendships. Years ago, I needed a room…
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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…
