I don’t normally read Fox News but this is a nice little fluff piece about pen collecting that makes for a nice introduction to the hobby (or should I say passion?), particularly in the vintage market. The article does go on to mention a jewel-encrusted Montegrappa worth a small fortune so there’s something for…
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Einstein’s Desk
(Ralph Morse—Time & Life Pictures/Getty Images) Albert Einstein’s office — just as the Nobel Prize-winning physicist left it — taken mere hours after Einstein died, Princeton, New Jersey, April 1955. (via Life)
Notational Velocity
I’ve used and abused, ignored and overlooked dozens of note-taking and sticky note-saving apps over the years. I was a loyal user of StickyBrain (which later became SohoNotes which retails for $39.99 and is compatible with an iPhone and iPad app, $4.99 and $9.99 respectively ) and have even tried a few of the online…
Classic Backpacks from Herschel
Herschel Supply Company produces classic backpacks and other bags in traditional shapes and durable materials. My favorite is the one pictured above, center. Its the Varsity and features a padded computer sleeve and zipper towards the back to keep a clean simple line when carried. I’m also fond of the Claim ($69.99) with the interior…
Book Review: Quiet: The Power of Introverts
While this may come as a surprise to some, to others it may not, but here it is, I am an introvert. A dyed in the wool, would rather be reading or doing something quiet, need-a-nap-after-a-lunch-date introvert. So, it goes without saying that I was interested in reading the book Quiet: The Power of Introverts…
Pencil Sharpener Ring
The perfect fashion accessory for the Pencil Set. This solid sterling beauty even uses a KUM sharpener with replaceable blade. $225 (via handmade charlotte )
Pencil Rainbow
From the design team, Suck UK comes this rainbow of graphite pencils sprouting out of a giant gray cloud eraser. $15 (via UrbanOutfitters)