My gateway pen was the Pilot Precise V5. I’ve always had good results with it and found it to be one of my favorite big box store pens. Sadly, they are disposable plastic pens. I had always hoped there would be a way to refill them. And now there is! The V5 Hi-Tecpoint 0.5 Cartridge…
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Kickstarter: Leuchtturm 1917 Bullet Journal Notebook
When I heard about the Bullet Journal Kickstarter campaign last fall, I jumped in with both feet. First and foremost, to support a project that has benefited a lot of people. But secondly, in hopes of getting a grasp on the concept of Bullet Journaling. I am starting to wonder if I’m the only person…
Put Those Refills to Good Use
I like to liberate refills from the assorted plastic pens I have accumulated over the years. These are all those gel pens I’ve purchased over the years from Jet Pens. While I love the flow of the refills, the lackluster plastic barrels leave me wanting. I started opening each plastic pen and discovering that they…
DIY Envelopes & Liners
Today, the Hallmark.com featured a tutorial and free printables designed by me! Visit the site to find out how to make an envelope liner for your Mother’s Day card or even make your own envelope using found papers like gift bags and wrapping paper. (via Hallmark.com)
On a Personal Note…
Since returning from the Atlanta Pen Show, the health of our beloved cat Milo continued to decline to the point where we had to say goodbye to him yesterday. Nine months ago he had an accident that had left his back half paralyzed and this lead to further complications in his overall health and well-being.…
New Sponsor: Anderson Pens
Please join me in welcoming Anderson Pens to the Well-Appointed Desk family! Anderson Pens was founded in 2010 by two wonderful pen collectors, Brian and Lisa Anderson, who fell in love with each and pens before founding their own shop. There is a brick and mortar store that you can visit in Appleton, WI. If…
Giveaway: $1500 in prizes from Pen Chalet
To celebrate National Stationery Week, the fine folks at Pen Chalet are hosting a giant giveaway of products totally over $1500. There are five different prize packages that include a fountain pen plus additional stationery goodies. Pens include a Platinum 3776, a Conklin Crescent, Lamy Safari and a Kaweco AC Sport. There will also be…