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Sweet. I'm now ready for #2016! #Hobonichi

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From #Tokyo to #Chicago

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Hobonichi 2016 - Ordering starts today!

As you’ve probably guessed, I love my Hobonichi. I had conveniently forgotten the store opens for sale today (for the 2016 version, after all it is a calendar people : ) ) but luckily when I opened my Hobonichi up this morning, I saw my helpful reminder today. (side note, this is much better than…

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Writing with fountain pens

Very interesting article I came across today about how the ballpoint pen killed cursive and changed handwriting. What I thought was interesting was how it talks about how fountain pen ink is thinner, allowing for easier flow (but thinner ink in a ballpoint is bad) that is connected to the easier experience of writing itself since…

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The vestiges of war. Or re-inking. #ink #fountainpen #supplies #life #green #altgoldgrun

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The Best Notebook Ever - A Rollbahn notebook review

Today, we are going to talk about the Rollbahn notebook. Also known as my favorite notebook of all time (for the time being that is). I first came across this notebook while perusing the internet, shopping for sweaters. On the J. Crew website. I admit it sounds random but I am serious. So I ordered it out of…

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J. Herbin Stormy Grey 1670 Anniversary Ink

Sorry for the absence, but I got a bit distracted with filming obligations this month. But nonetheless, in this brief lull before I jump into another filming project, I am once again dedicated to this blog (but I make no promises because full disclosure, I love making movies and everything else in my life tends…

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J. Herbin Lierre Sauvage Ink Review

According to the world wide web, “lierre sauvage” means “wild green ivy”. And in this case, when thinking about J. Herbin Lierre Sauvage, I’d have to say that wild green ivy is definitely applicable. I bought this particular ink when I was on the hunt for a green fountain pen ink. And by green, I…

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Happy National Donut Day

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Let's get real here Pilot Prera

This is a review of the oft talked about Pilot Prera fountain pen, a pen that has garnered recognition around the world (the fountain pen using world that is) for their super fine nibs and decent pricing. So let’s talk about why I bought this pen. Crossword puzzles. And after reading about the Prera and how…

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J. Herbin Eclat de Saphir Ink Review

I admit I’m biased towards J. Herbin inks. To the extent I began to become quite self conscious about the fact that the majority of my fountain pen inks seemed to be all J. Herbin and I found myself defensively stating (a bit like a crazy person) that I have tried other inks and in…

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Maruman Mnemosyne Notebook Review

Mnemosyne. Not just an odd name, it’s also the name of the Greek goddess of memory and remembrance which is a pretty handy name for a notebook. According to the Maruman website, the notebook series not only includes Inspiration but also Roots and Imagination. What first caught my eye about this notebook when perusing the world…

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The #pens have a guardian, don't let the fact that he's an herbivore fool you!

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J. Herbin Ambre de Birmanie ink review

Recently, when placing my order for another pen, I found myself dissatisfied with my cart (because if I’m gonna pay for shipping, I gotta make it worth my while and am compelled to order more than 1 thing). And so I moseyed on over to the ink samples page and though I had a vague hankering for…

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Noodler’s Creaper Flex Fountain Pen

Motivated by my deep and undying love for the lovely shades of Rohrer & Klingner’s Alt-Goldgrün ink, I recently purchased a flex nib pen, specifically the Noodler’s Creaper flex fountain pen. I had been sitting on the desire to buy a flex…

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Noodler's Creaper Flex Fountain Pen

Motivated by my deep and undying love for the lovely shades of Rohrer & Klingner’s Alt-Goldgrün ink, I recently purchased a flex nib pen, specifically the Noodler’s Creaper flex fountain pen. I had been sitting on the desire to buy a flex pen, had a vague notion I’d go with a Noodler’s flex pen since they’re pretty…

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A Rhodia Webnotebook review or the Webbie unmasked

Today, I am going to talk about the much beloved, much talked about Rhodia webnotebook, also commonly known (or should I say affectionately?) as the “Webbie”.

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