Worth the Upgrade? Platinum Preppy vs. Platinum Plaisir
The Platinum Preppy is one of the most highly recommended fountain pen for beginners. It is a surprisingly reliable plastic fountain pen that you can get for $5. It comes…
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Fountain Pens
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Fountain pens are more than writing instruments – it’s a hobby and a lifestyle.
Medical supplies all fountain pen addicts can’t live without
Yes. You read that right. Medical supplies (and lab instruments) that Fountain Pen addicts can’t live without. The fountain pen hobby is so wonderful and weird. Just like any hobby,…
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How to Start a Fountain Pen Ink Journal
When I started in the fountain pen hobby, I never thought that I would end up with more fountain pens, inks, and paper than what I had set out to…
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8 Fountain Pens That Won’t Break the Bank
A fountain pen does not have to be expensive to be considered a great writing instrument. Cheap fountain pens are also not necessarily bad writers. In fact, some of them…
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Notebook Review: Midori MD Light
In this review, I will review both of the A5 grid and the blank versions of the MD light (because the only difference is the ruling). The Midori MD Light…
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30 Fountain Pen Inks in 30 Days – #30Inks30Days Challenge
Last April 2019, I participated in the 30 Inks 30 Days challenge. It’s an Instagram challenge hosted by Tom from InkJournal.com. He challenges fountain pen enthusiasts (who have an intensive…
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Ink Review: Sailor Ink Studio 670
Read more Sailor Ink Studio reviews (by other fountain pen bloggers) here – Sailor Ink Studio Reviews Directory I’m no stranger to the Ink Studio line. Prior to purchasing this…
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Fountain Pen Lessons I Learned as a Beginner
Flex pens/nibs aren’t always great My first non-disposable fountain pen is the Noodler’s Ahab. I tried the Lamy Safari 5 years ago and it didn’t impress me so I purchased…
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Review: Elia Note Journal (Tomoe River Notebook)
My thoughts on this 496-page Tomoe River paper notebook, who's it best for, and where you can get it.
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