Wander through the pendemonium of pens, papers, and inks unleashed by the opening of the Pendora's Box.
One week after returning from my trip to Philly, I was off to Canada’s capital, Ottawa, for a conference. I barely unpacked but gave some thought to my pen and stationery carry for this 2 day trip. Once again, I dipped into my September pen & ink line-up for this outing. This is what I brought.
Read MoreFor a change of pace, this week's Throwback is a look at a pen and ink combination from August. Since Omas is no longer around, I guess this is the ultimate in Throwback
Read MoreMy Lamy Lx is in da haus! Now I need to get a matching rose gold iPhone...
Read MoreThere was lots of Internet buzz when Will Hodges's was running his Kickstartercampaign for the Tactile Turn Gist ("TTG"). Yes, there have been a few CNC machined fountain pens from other small shop producers too. What sets the Tactile Turn Gist apart is Hodges' design choices for the Gist as well as the ability to mix and match components to build a pen suited to one's needs and tastes.
Read MoreAlthough my beloved Masuyama Needlepoint nib went down the drain, I don't 反對 the matchup of my Franklin-Christoph Model 20 Translucent Bronze with Diamine Sepia.
Read MoreSo it's officially the first day of fall. Hard to believe since the days keep ticking off so fast. For this Throwback Thursday, I take a look at another pen & ink combo from my July loadout.
Read MoreSome family matters took me to Philly again last weekend.I expected to be busy and not have a lot of down time for playing with pens.Still, I brought along some essentials.This is what I brought.Read More
We're already mid-way through September. Kids settled in the new school year. Work has taken on a get-serious tone. So for Throwback Thursday this week I take a look at Diamine Graphite.
Read MoreThis is what happens when I take pens along for a walk while waiting for the sunset.
Read MoreIt's been awhile since I last posted a Chinese Cacography. Here's a simple one. Akkerman Shocking Blue has amazing sheen - even on this Baron Fig paper which is a bit absorbent. I wish I could photograph the sheening quality better.
**Pen:** Omas Ogiva Alba EF Extra Flessibile
**Ink:** Akkerman Shocking Blue
**Brush:** Kuretake No. 8 Brush Pen
**Ink:** Kuretake Black
Considering it's already Saturday, this Throwback Thursday is definitely late. Unfortunately, I've been tied up with a couple days of meetings and travel. Better late than never, I suppose.
Today's Throwback is a look at another pen and ink combo I used during the summer.
Read MoreJust a bunch of nibs.
Read MoreWe hung out around home for the Labour Day weekend, however, my little guy _did_ want to spend a day at Canada's Wonderland. He's sprouted a few inches since the last time we went and was ready to take on some thrill rides. Of course we obliged.
I prepared what I was going to bring the night before the outing. I was expecting long waits in the blazing sun, complete soakings from the water rides and violent agitation from the roller coasters. Light but durable were the themes of the day in terms of writing instruments and stationery.
Read MoreIt’s the unofficial end of summer. The weather is cooler and days are shorter. My little guy is ready for a new school year. It’ll be back to normal routines both at home and work. I echo this sentiment with this a new pen and ink line-up.
Read MoreIt's the first day of September and unofficially the end of summer. For me it's been a busy summer with work. But it's also been a great summer spending time with the family and working on the blog. For this Throwback Thursday I'm taking a look at a pen and ink combination that I used for my Currentedly Ink in July.
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