Review by Laura Cameron Although I managed to get in on the Hippo Noto Kickstarter, I couldn’t possibly wait that many months to try Tomoe River paper (!!), so I went ahead an ordered a Crossfield Journal from Nanami Paper ($24). The Crossfield Journal I purchased is actually the second edition of this journal. The…
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Fountain Pen Review: Parker IM (BONUS: ApPeel Notebook Review)
Review by Laura Cameron In my ongoing quest to try every pen I can get my hands on, my most recent acquisition is the Parker IM Fountain Pen in Light Purple with Chrome Trim and a fine nib ($41). This one appealed to me because of the look, the price point and the brand name.…
Notebook Review: Pebble Paper Design A6 Notebook
Review by Laura Cameron One of the perks of writing for “the Desk” is that occasionally I get to pick some samples from the review box and give them a go. One of these such finds is a cute mint A6 notebook from Pebble Paper Design. Pebble Paper Design was started in 2015 by Rachel…
Notebook Review: Field Notes Byline
Review by Laura Cameron I am a consummate list maker. You name it: groceries, to do, vacation packing, craft projects; I’ve got a list for them all. Half the time I write items on the list just for the sheer joy of being able to cross them off later (it’s sad but true). So when…
Notebook Review: FlipFlop Pocket Notebooks
The FlipFlop Pocket Notebooks are the latest release from Say Nice Things. The FlipFlop Pocket Notebooks sell in a 3-pack which ship in a cardstock slipcase (£6.99) or you can purchase an individual book for £2.99. The packaging for the 3-pack is the same kraft cardstock that the covers are made from and doubles as…
Notebook Review: Rosetta Notes
Rosetta Notes are touted plainly on the back of each pocket notebook as “Fountain pen friendly paper” so I was eager to test them out and see if they lived up to their claims. The pocket notebooks are also in the favored 3.5×5.5″ size and are milled, manufactured and printed in Michigan. The paper mill…
Notebook Review: Paper-Oh Notebooks
Review by Tina Koyama When I first visited Paper-Oh’s site, I was immediately struck by the beauty of its products. The notebook designs all have an elegant Japanese look – refined and understated, even when bold colors and elements are used. (Their promotional information does refer to Japanese gift-wrapping and paper-folding inspiration.) Although they’re just…