I finally got a chance to test out the inks in the second volume of the Ink Crate subscription service. Each month, the service sends five 2ml samples each month for $10 per month plus $3.99 shipping worldwide (at present) in their signature mint blue “crates”. Should shipping costs change, Ink Crate will notify subscribers and subscriptions auto-renew…
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The Unspeakable: Theft at Dromgoole’s in Houston
On Tuesday, just days before the Dallas Pen Show, the unspeakable happened to Dromgoole’s Fine Writing in Houston — a man walked into their shop and jammed $7000 worth of Montblanc pens into his pockets and walked out while Dromgoole and his wife were busy with other customers. And it all happened in less than…
Giveaway Winner: J. Herbin Caroube de Chypre
Thanks to everyone who entered and shared their color inspirations for Caroube de Chypre. I loved reading what the color evoked for everyone. The winner of the giveaway was Sandra. I’ve contacted her via email. I hope the color lives up to her expecatations!
Ink Review: J. Herbin 1670 Caroube de Chypre
J. Herbin has introduced another ink to the 1670 line, Caroube de Chypre which is a lovely deep chocolately brown with gold flecks. I love the look of the 1670 bottles despite being difficult to use with large nibbed fountain pens or for getting ink out beyond the first few fills. I like the gold…
Podcast: Art Supply Posse Ep 16 Lettering 101
This week Art Supply Posse had a bit of a technical hiccup and had to re-record episode 16. So this is Episode 16, take two. We discuss the difference between lettering, calligraphy and typography and then I stick a nib in my mouth. The things I do for art. Also Heather goes up north and…
News: Podcast Update & Dallas Pen Show
I’ve got two pieces of news to share. First, there was a podcast snafu last night when we recorded Art Supply Posse. As a result, we are having to re-record the whole show again tonight. So, Episode 16 will not be posting until late on Wednesday, Sept. 21. Sorry for the delay. As Heather said…
Link Love: Who Do You Ink You Are
Pens: Video: Hero 100 Classic (via The Pen Habit) Pilot Parallel Modified Naifu Folded Nib (via Gourmet Pens) First Look: BIGiDESIGN Ti Arto (via Pen Addict) BN Works BNdot Ballpoint Pen Review (via Pens! Paper! Pencils!) Video: Tactile Turn Slider and Glider Bolt Action Pens (via Clicky Post) Montblanc Heritage Rouge & Noir Fountain Pens…