2024 Notebook Maximalism
(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 her latest book, Root Rot, is now available for pre-order!)Last...
View ArticleThe Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 597 - All I Can Think About Is Vibe
Do the new 2024 Lamy Safari Limited Editions pass the vibe check? It’s a mixed bag, which I explore on this week’s episode. Myke and also discuss the new Keepbook from Studio Neat, my Girologio...
View ArticleReflections on a Year of Journaling
(Kimberly (she/her) took the express train down the fountain pen/stationery rabbit hole and doesn't want to be rescued. She can be found on Instagram @allthehobbies because there really are many, many...
View ArticleGirologio 12 Zippered Pen Case Giveaway Winner
I posted a big overview of Girologio pen cases yesterday, and have one of those cases to give away today, courtesy of my friends at Luxury Brands USA. The 12 Pen Zip Case in Bomber Brown was my...
View ArticleMisfill, Dusty Inks 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 ArticleZodiac Pen Company Aries Fountain Pen Review
The first two years of the Orlando Pen Show have been a maker’s bonanza. For someone like myself, who is constantly on the lookout for new products - and new people to discuss those products with -...
View ArticleStudio Neat Keepbook Lined Notebook Giveaway
My friends Dan and Tom, aka Studio Neat, recently launched Keepbook, the latest addition to their ever-growing stationery lineup. This hardcover notebook comes in two standard editions - one Dot Grid,...
View ArticleTroublemaker Inks Petrichor Review
(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.)There are so many combination black inks available today — blue-black,...
View ArticleT. Wyitt Carlile Fountain Pen Wand 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 her latest book, Root Rot, is now available for...
View ArticleThe Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 598 - Big Pen + Big Nib = Big Price
Amazing work by Tohma Pens. We all have a dream pen, right? I talk about one of mine in this week’s episode (not pictured above - but close!) and discuss what pens I am actually using, instead of...
View Article2024 Philadelphia Pen Show Recap
(Kimberly (she/her) took the express train down the fountain pen/stationery rabbit hole and doesn't want to be rescued. She can be found on Instagram @allthehobbies because there really are many, many...
View ArticleStudio Neat Keepbook Lined Notebook Giveaway Winner
My friends Dan and Tom, aka Studio Neat, recently launched Keepbook, the latest addition to their ever-growing stationery lineup. This hardcover notebook comes in two standard editions - one Dot Grid,...
View ArticleMisfill, Hidden Messages 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 ArticleMeet Your Maker: Rich Paul, River City Pen Company
(Caroline Foty's first fountain pen was a 1970s Sheaffer No Nonsense that still writes perfectly. Since she discovered pens by independent makers, she wants "one of each, please" and wants to meet all...
View ArticleKaweco Collection Skyline Sport Iridescent Pearl Fountain Pen Giveaway
The Kaweco Sport Iridescent Pearl is one of the coolest releases of the past few years, and I just came across another in my stash to give away. This model features an Extra Fine steel nib, so if you...
View ArticleNamisu Pulsar Polycarbonate Mechanical Pencil Review
In the stationery space, Namisu has been known mostly for their fountain pens. I’ve backed several of their Kickstarter campaigns, and have always been happy with the end result. With the launch of...
View ArticleDominant Industry Takasago Fountain Pen Notebook Review
(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.)The Takasago Fountain Pen Notebook is a simple softcover notebook that...
View ArticleThe Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 599 - When Clip Why Clip Where Clip
Namisu Nova Pocket Pen, now with less clips! It’s been 599 (!) episodes, so my apologies if we go off the rails on occasion. What causes the derailment this week? AI ink, gold-plated marketing, and...
View ArticleJanuary Sponsor Spotlight
Pelikan M200 Orange Delight, 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 and...
View ArticleFranklin-Christoph Ink ‘24 Review
(Kimberly (she/her) took the express train down the fountain pen/stationery rabbit hole and doesn't want to be rescued. She can be found on Instagram @allthehobbies because there really are many, many...
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