I don’t remember precisely how I found paper artist Yulia Brodskaya, but I do know that once I did, I couldn’t look away. I had never see such delicate paper art turned into such amazing works of art. I don’t know Yulia personally so calling her a friend is a bit of a stretch; I…
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Book Review: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
A few weeks ago I dug into The Correspondent, a novel by Virginia Evans. After all, who doesn’t love a book built around a love of writing and using stationery? Sybil van Antwerp is a retired court clerk, a lawyer in her own right, and a fierce lover of correspondence. Every morning she sits down…
Ana Answers the #12PenPersonQuestions List
Thanks to Olive Octopus for this great tag to share and learn a bit more about the pen community. If you would like to play along, feel free to leave your answers or a link to your answers in the comments (which work now!). If you consider the different ways you can engage with pens…
Store Updates: Restocks and more!
Its finally cool this morning making me want to drink hot, pumpkin spiced coffee, wear a cozy sweater and light candles. It’s overcast today and I am in full autumn vibes. It’s taking me a few extra days to get my planner set up, so I thought it was a good time to dig through…
Pen Shows Are About Friends
While this post is a little about The SF Pen Show, its mostly about how even the shyest, most introverted, awkward people* can find true, lifetime friends. The San Francisco Pen Show is probably the show I’ve attended the most and have developed some of my best, closest friendships. Years ago, I needed a room…
More Behind-the-Scenes News: The Fight Continues!
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Ink Review: Murky Purples (Grey Purples)
It was actually cool this morning. Like, I needed a sweater and socks! I immediately went out and bought some Pumpkin Spice Coffee because in my heart, Autumn is coming and I’m ready to embrace it with two hands — one with a steamy mug and the other with fresh muffin. Hello, Autumn! We missed…