OMG, can I tell you how much I love the MDK post about Odious Task Week? We all have things on our to-do list that we keep putting off. Scheduling an oil change for the car, annual check-ups, organizing paperwork, cleaning out our email inbox… just for example. Shall we all commit to tackling at…
As I suspect is true with most lovers of stationery, I am also a book nerd. I particularly like the feel of book in my hands but I have also learned to enjoy the convenience and portability of ebooks and audiobooks. At any time, I am reading at least one book but often it’s more…
The kitty vibe is strong this week. Our pal Charlie over at Doodlewash created a darling watercolor illustration of a kitten ready to pounce and Emmeline Draws released her new enamel pin, Book Kitties. When a theme emerges, I just need to go with it. Speaking of kittens, our kitten clan is doing well. The…
If you read nothing else this week, read Leigh Reyes’ post about the new Sanzen Tomoe River paper. Leigh doesn’t post often but when she does, its a week to celebrate. Her photos are stunning and shows how far you can take pen, ink and paper. I am always inspired by her work and this…
This past week there was some scuttlebutt about Noodlers Ink. I wasn’t sure how to to approach the subject because it hits so many hot buttons for so many people but since Inkophile tackled the topic, I’m grateful for the opportunity to discuss the matter. If you’ve been a part of the pen community for…
First, I would like to say thank you to all you amazing people who purchased prints and/or made a donation to our kitten fund. I am touched beyond words at your generosity. The kittens have their first check-up tomorrow and we will have a better idea of the overall expenses for their vaccinations and spay/neuter.…
If you’ve been reading this blog for awhile, you know I have a soft spot for cats. We have several house cats and have taken care of (and taken in, when we can) any stray cats that show up in our yard. Recently, we had a stray arrive who turned out to be pregnant. She…
