Mickey Moleskines

The big news this week in the world of notebooks is the new limited edition Mickey Mouse Moleskines. The notebooks are available in the pocket and large size. Each cover is debossed with classic drawings of the famous mouse. Inside, the end papers are filled with sketches and each notebook includes an instructive drawing guide…

DIY: Industrial Desk

Martha Stewart Living included instructions on how to build a plywood-and-plumbing-pipe desk in their January 2013 issue. This desk includes a small raised shelf across the back of the desk which is a lovely added feature. There are even downloadable schematic instructions to help you with your new project. If you like this project, check…

DIY Cereal Notebooks

Creme de la Craft posted a quick way to upcycle old cereal boxes into mini notebooks. This is a great way to use up leftover paper scraps to fill or decorate. The only additional tip I would make would be to use a sewing machine and a heavyweight needle to sew up the binding or…

Black is Beautiful

By far, the most popular ink color for pens is black. And for markers, be they art-making tools or big, bold utility markers, black is the go-to color. Which is why the new website Black is Beautiful is a great resource for lovers of felt/fiber-tipped markers. Included in their database is paint pens, washable markers…