Following our review on Monday of the Hinze Pens Erste (L12) Fountain Pens, my intention was to give away one of the two pens used in the review. After posting about the plethora of color options, it became clear that the best course of action is to giveaway a gift certificate (valued at $160) so…
In my world this week, the big news has been the photos from the Webb telescope photos which Bob watched live yesterday morning. nd I placed an order for some stamps and stickers from JetPens this week and while I’ve been anxiously awaiting their arrival, I discovered that I’m not the only person who’s decided…
Hinze Pen Company is known for creating unique but LARGE resin pens. But never one to stay in their own metaphorical lane, Hinze has created a smaller pen body in an effort to got straight for my wallet. The initial offering of the L12 Erste models ($159.99) that Hinze has been bringing pen shows are…
The Pilot Custom 912 with the FA (Falcon ) nib ($240) is unique pen. While it’s often compared to the Namiki Pilot Falcon fountain pen, they are not the same beast. For starters, the 912 only comes in black and features a 14K gold nib with side cuts to help increase the range of flex.…
I consistently forget about all the monthly challenges that happen throughout the year (Letter Writing Month in February, Inktober, etc) until someone else posts about it and I think to myself, “When am I going to remember to put these events on my calendar so I don’t forget?” So, even though it’s the 6th of…
When I saw the Ink Bottle Traveler’s Notebook ($40) from Inky Converters at the St. Louis Pen Show I bought it without a second thought. I love Angela’s illustrations and she just so fun. The Features: There are some fantastic details beyond the darling ink bottle pattern Angela created for the cover. There…
For a few days after a pen show, I am physically and mentally exhausted. I tend to lose my voice for a day or so as well so I sound terrible. (Not COVID, I checked). To add to my need to slow down and decompress a little, my beloved 2009 MINI Cooper had some engine…
