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How to Celebrate Fountain Pen Day [2026]
How to Celebrate Fountain Pen Day [2026]
  • Nov 2, 2026

How to Celebrate Fountain Pen Day [2026]

Fountain Pen Day is the first Friday of November. Officially established in 2012 by fountain pen enthusiast Cary Yeager and others within the online pen community, this day celebrates the writing instrument. Over the years, retailers, pen clubs, and social media influencers celebrate the unofficial holiday with special events, discounts, gifts, and giveaways. Find out how you can celebrate!

What's inside the Mystery Dip Pen and Ink Boxes
Mystery Dip Fountain Pen, Ink, and Notebook Set exclusively made for the Goldspot Mystery Dip
  • Oct 29, 2026

What's inside the Mystery Dip Pen and Ink Boxes

Find out what stationery, pens, and writing goodies are included in each Mystery Dip surprise box. See how we started the Mystery Dip, why we started it, and how it evolved.

The Many Sides of the Kaweco Sport - One Pen with a Multitude of Options
The Many Sides of the Kaweco Sport - One Pen with a Multitude of Options
  • Oct 28, 2026

The Many Sides of the Kaweco Sport - One Pen with a Multitude of Options

Explore the many facets of Kaweco's most popular pocket pen in this survey of all the Sport pen models, including the resin Classic, Skyline, and Lunar as well as metal-bodied designs like the AL-Sport and Brass Sport. Find the Sport that best suits you.

Gold vs. Steel Nibs: Is Gold Really Better?
Gold vs. Steel Nibs: Is Gold Really Better?
  • Oct 21, 2026

Gold vs. Steel Nibs: Is Gold Really Better?

Pen enthusiasts are conditioned to believe "gold is best" when it comes to nibs. You'll be shocked to find out which affordable steel nib fountain pens give gold a run for its money.

The Fountain Pen Rotation: How (and Why) to Ink Multiple Pens at Once
The Fountain Pen Rotation: How (and Why) to Ink Multiple Pens at Once
  • Sep 22, 2026

The Fountain Pen Rotation: How (and Why) to Ink Multiple Pens at Once

How does one control the chaos of having anywhere from 5 to 30 fountain pens inked at one time? Alexandra discusses her "currently inked" pens and shares her philosophy on the everyday carry selection.

Top 7 Must-Have Fountain Pen Accessories
Top 7 Must-Have Fountain Pen Accessories
  • Sep 11, 2026

Top 7 Must-Have Fountain Pen Accessories

Looking for new was to elevate your writing but lacking the budget for a shiny new fountain pen? In this post, we take a dive down the rabbit hole to explore the most loved and underrated fountain pen accessories that add massive value to the hobby.

The 26 Best Fountain Pens of 2026
Magna Carta Oparex Lava Black and Rainbow Fountain Pens
  • Aug 11, 2026

The 26 Best Fountain Pens of 2026

What are the best fountain pens? Join us on a journey to the heart of fine writing to find the best writing instruments, drawing, note-taking and stylish best pens. We will explore the best pen brands from around the world from major brands and good fountain pens from smaller ones.

13 Best Fountain Pen Inks [2026]
A Variety of Fountain Pen Ink Bottles and Ink Color Swatches on Paper
  • Aug 7, 2026

13 Best Fountain Pen Inks [2026]

Each year, top writing brands from around the world add to the ever-growing spectrum of fountain pen inks. In this article, we compile the best fountain pen inks in 2026. Join us for all the shimmer, shading, and sheen!

Are Fountain Pens Actually Good For You?
How Fountain Pens Are Good For Your Well-Being
  • Jul 28, 2026

Are Fountain Pens Actually Good For You?

What do fountain pens have in common with eating whole foods, exercise, and good sleep? They're GOOD for you. In this post, Priya shows you just how good fountain pens are for your well-being.