The Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 420 - The Real Collector's Edition
Blaze it. We all love our Limited, Special, and Collector’s editions, and we discuss a few - and question why they exist - in this episode. Myke and I also revisit two of our favorite topics: The...
View ArticleDiamine Inkvent Blue Edition Jack Frost Ink: A Review
(Susan M. Pigott is a fountain pen collector, pen and paperholic, photographer, and professor. You can find more from Susan on her blog Scribalishess.)Christmas in July when it's 105 in Abilene,...
View ArticleRobert Oster Fizzy Lime Fountain Pen Ink Giveaway Winner
Robert Oster Fizzy Lime is a shimmer ink that is right up my alley. The color is bright and fun, and the added shimmer makes it jump off the page. I have one bottle to give away this week, and the...
View ArticleMisfill, Hardcore UFOs Edition
Each week in Refill, the Pen Addict Members newsletter, I publish Ink Links as part of the additional content you receive for being a member. And each week, after 10 to 15 links, plus my added...
View ArticlePlatinum Curidas Fountain Pen Review
If there was an award for the most anticipated stationery product of 2020, the Platinum Curidas would be the runaway winner.In development for years prior to release, the Curidas hype train officially...
View ArticleCalligraphers of Color Spotlight: Amanda Reid
Each month, I’ll be featuring a member of the Calligraphers of Color community here on The Pen Addict. Black artists and creators have been underrepresented in this space for too long, and I am doing...
View ArticleKleid x Life Noble Note A5 Olive Drab Notebook Giveaway
You may have noticed a sneaky little notebook appearance in yesterday’s Platinum Curidas review. That would be from Kleid Stationery, a new to me Japanese brand. For this weeks giveaway, I have their...
View ArticleRotring 600 Ballpoint Pen "Madder Red" Review
(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.)The Rotring 600 is one of the most iconic mechanical pencil designs, and I'm...
View ArticleDiamine Purple Bow Ink Review
(Sarah Read is an author, editor, yarn artist, and pen/paper/ink addict. You can find more about her at her website and on Twitter. And check out her latest book, Out of Water, now available where...
View ArticleJuly Sponsor Spotlight
Retro 51 Submarine Rollerball Pen, via Pen Chalet Sponsor support is very important to me here at The Pen Addict. My sidebar advertisers put their faith in me to deliver good value for them month in...
View ArticleInk + Volt 2020-2021 Academic Planner: A Review
(Susan M. Pigott is a fountain pen collector, pen and paperholic, photographer, and professor. You can find more from Susan on her blog Scribalishess.)I left my office for Spring Break on March 6th...
View ArticleThe Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 421 - Return of the Tower of Pens
They’re back! And by they, I mean the Retro 51 Celebration pens for our Kickstarter campaign. We discuss their return, Myke’s Mega Office stationery adventures, and dig deep into the #ASKTPA. Show...
View ArticleThank You Amanda!
Amanda Reid is a calligrapher based in Austin, Texas, and the founder of Calligraphers of Color. This week, she helped to launch a new spotlight feature on The Pen Addict, and one that will continue to...
View ArticleKleid x Life Noble Note A5 Olive Drab Notebook Giveaway Winner
I’ve only had a quick look at what Kleid Stationery is doing, and I’m impressed with what I see so far. The Kleid x Life Noble Note A5 Olive Drab Notebook is right up my alley, and I hope the winner...
View ArticleMisfill, Meowtivational Edition
Each week in Refill, the Pen Addict Members newsletter, I publish Ink Links as part of the additional content you receive for being a member. And each week, after 10 to 15 links, plus my added...
View Articleystudio Letter Paper Set Review
As I do with every ystudio review, I start off by stating how much of a fan of the brand I am. The look, the feel, the marketing - all of it works for me. That extends to the Letter Paper Set as well,...
View Articleēnsso XS Pocket Copper Fountain Pen - Only 200 Available! (Sponsor)
The ēnsso XS Pocket Fountain Pen is a twelve-sided compact pen designed to extend into a full-size pen when capped. Introduced in 2018 by ēnsso, it has become their best selling and most loved pen....
View ArticleLamy Safari Aquamarine Rollerball Giveaway
As I was doing a bit of desk reorganization last week, I realized I had a pretty good stash of products I’ve yet to give away. The Lamy Safari Aquamarine Rollerball - part of the 2020 Candy series -...
View ArticleOhto Blooom Multi Pen Review
(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.)I've always had an affinity for multi pens, which has led me to quite the...
View ArticleAnalog Supplies for Virtual School
(Sarah Read is an author, editor, yarn artist, and pen/paper/ink addict. You can find more about her at her website and on Twitter. And check out her latest book, Out of Water, now available where...
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