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How pencils are made

AnaMarch 8, 2012Leave a comment

This video is from the TV Show How It’s Made and features Staedtler pencils in production. I was inspired to find the full video because I was so riveted by this animated gif made from the machine-sharpening technique. (via Stationery Love)

I’m a big fan of the short audio pieces featured on Studio 360 called Design for the Real World which talks briefly about how iconic everyday items came into being. This piece seems perfectly suited to introducing it here on the Well-Appointed Desk — a short piece on the typewriter. Enjoy!(via Design for the Real World: Studio 360)

AnaJanuary 11, 2012May 29, 2017Leave a comment

Another project looking for funding via Kickstarter is the Typewriter Documentary Project by Christopher Lockett and Gary Nicholson. This is a subject close to my heart and I hope they reach their funding goal. (via Kickstarter)

AnaNovember 16, 2011Leave a comment

X-Pen: Carbon Fiber Hi-Tec C

AnaNovember 16, 2011Leave a comment

This is an interesting project that’s currently looking for funding via Kickstarter. They want to create a distinguished-looking, carbon fiber pen to house Pilot Hi-Tec C refills. (via Kickstarter, found via Pen Addict)

Stop-motion office supply animation for Hudson’s song “Against The Grain.”(via Gizmodo)

AnaNovember 14, 2011Leave a comment

Stationery is awesome! Beware: F-bomb is dropped a couple times so this video may not be safe for work. Headphones recommended. (by smallpoppy)

AnaNovember 12, 2011Leave a comment

This is the introduction to a video series on how to write like an architect. This is another way to modify your writing. While its not longhand, it may be a good solution for someone looking for something geometric and would be great for addressing envelopes.I used to watch the architecture students practicing this technique when I was in school. As your skills improve, you will not need the straight edge for notes or daily writing but may still want to use the straight edge for more formal situations.(by howtoarchitect)

AnaOctober 26, 2011Leave a comment