Tombow Play Color Dot Marker 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.)The prospect of dotting all my stationery with perfect little bright...
View ArticlePapier Plume House of The Rising Sun Ink Giveaway
House of The Rising Sun is the latest ink release from Papier Plume, stalwarts of the New Orleans pen scene. This shade is as hot as fire itself, and will look great in any of your fountain pens. I...
View ArticleWord Notebooks Orange Cover Review
(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.)It’s been a couple of years since I last reviewed a notebook from Word...
View ArticleField Notes Signature Sketch Book 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.)When the Field Notes Dime Novel edition released last year, I went a...
View ArticleSomething that will upgrade your Pilot FriXion Ball Clicker: SMART-GRIP
(Original Mai-bun.com article, 3/5/2018. Written by Takuya Takahashi. Translated by Bruce Eimon.) UNUS PRODUCTS SERVICE. has released a version of their SMART-GRIP line for the Pilot FriXion Ball...
View ArticleThe Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 304 - I'm Out of Superlatives
It was that kind of show, and this is that kind of recap. Myke and I relive the fun that was the Atlanta Pen Show, including our purchases, and drool over the latest offering from Kanilea Pen Co. Show...
View ArticlePapier Plume House of The Rising Sun Ink Giveaway Winner
House of The Rising Sun is the hot fire ink of the moment, both figuratively and literally. The winner of the giveaway is: Congrats Teri! I’ll send you an email this weekend to get your shipping...
View ArticleMisfill, Smelly Pens 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 Mechanical Pencil Review
I’m a ystudio fanboy. You know this by now. The Brassing Fountain Pen was an instant classic the moment it was released, and they continued to expand the lineup beyond the ballpoint with great items...
View ArticleStory Supply “ITHACA” Limited Edition Notebook Giveaway
I love everything that Story Supply does and what they stand for. Not familiar with them? Then be sure to read The Story So Far, which discusses how founders Vito and Gabe got their start, why they do...
View ArticlePilot Mogulair Mechanical Pencil 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 some truly fascinating features available in modern mechanical...
View ArticleNakabayashi Hikigiri Slim Scissors 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.)I'm used to being picky about my scissors for fiber crafts, and if...
View ArticleThe Pen Addict Podcast: Episode 305 - I Believe in Standards
Sakura. Image via Write Notepads. I’m not sure why it hit me as particularly funny in this episode, but when Myke introduced episode 305, it hit me. That’s a lot of podcasts about pens! I mean, we...
View ArticleGalen Leather Writing Box Review
(Harry Marks is a novelist and the host of the literary podcast COVERED, where he talks to authors about their books and the writing process.)I’m not sure I’ve ever been in possession of such an...
View ArticleStory Supply “ITHACA” Limited Edition Notebook Giveaway Winner
The latest Story Supply Limited Edition Notebooks are out, and I have a three-pack to give away to one lucky winner. And the winner is: Congrats Charles! I’ll be sending you an email this weekend to...
View ArticleMisfill, Set Design 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 ArticleSailor 1911 Standard Royal Tangerine Fountain Pen Review
I fully understand how good Sailor fountain pens are. I own a baker’s dozen, and always have my eyes on the next one. Since I own, use, and love so many already, I was convinced I didn’t need another...
View ArticleApril Sponsor Spotlight
Opus 88 Picnic. Image via Goldspot. 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 month out,...
View ArticlePilot Kakuno Fountain Pen Giveaway
Image via JetPens The Pilot Kakuno may not be my number one choice for your first fountain pen, but it is the most fun choice. I love the feel of the pen, and the style is right up my alley. Plus, the...
View ArticleAurora Style Rose Gold Fountain Pen Review
(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.)Over the past couple of years, I've had the opportunity to use several...
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