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Jan 16, 2025

The Best Fountain Pens for Students

Being a student isn't easy. Especially if you're handwriting an encyclopedia's worth of notes each semester. A fine writing instrument may be the perfect companion to the task at hand. Learn about the best fountain pens we recommend to students and why!

Jan 15, 2025

The Best Fountain Pens For Calligraphy (2025)

The possibilities of hand lettering are endless, from wedding and event invitations to graphic design and typography. Its intricate loops and line variations continue to link the past with the present. Whether this is the beginning of your calligraphy journey or you're a pro, this post will guide you to the right tools and best pens for this decorative handwriting style.

Jan 6, 2025

Tips to Prevent Fountain Pens From Drying Out

Follow this simple guide to prevent one of fountain pen writing's most common pitfalls: dried out ink. Learn how it happens, debunk some myths about why it happens, and most importantly what you can do to make sure it doesn't happen again.

Jan 1, 2025

10 Ways to Celebrate National Handwriting Day 2025

What is National Handwriting Day? Celebrated yearly since 1977, this U.S. national holiday highlights handwriting's benefit in education, cognitive development, and refining motor skills. Handwriting Day takes place yearly on January 23rd, which is the birthday of America's Founding Father with the most recognizable signature - John Hancock. It was recognized by members of Congress in 2018

Dec 23, 2024

Advantages & Disadvantages of Fountain Pens

Weigh the good, the bad, and the inky of owning and using a fountain pen! There are certainly pros and cons depending on the kind of writer you are. Let our guide help inform your chosen path through the fine writing experience.

Dec 19, 2024

Searching for the Best Red Fountain Pen Ink

Join Alexandra as she adventures through all the red inks to find the best red fountain pen ink to replace the unique shade that was discontinued. See her thought process on the search and which color she chooses.

Dec 11, 2024

How To Write With a Fountain Pen Left-Handed

Passionate about the world of fine writing but under the impression that your Southpaw is holding you back? Worry not, and read our guide on how to get the most of your fountain pen as a left-handed writer.

Nov 21, 2024

Benefits Of Using A Fountain Pen

Learn about all the unsung benefits of using a fountain pen in the modern age of writing, and why anyone would want to use such an "antiquated" method of recording ideas and thoughts.

Nov 15, 2024

How Do You Nib Swap? Optimizing Your Writing Experience

Take a deep dive into the world of nib swapping with our comprehensive guide. We'll explore the what, the why, and the how of changing the very heart of your fine writing instrument.

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