Bullet Journal Pocket, via Leuchtturm1917. Do you even know how paper sizes work? I do, and somehow I get sent into an uncontrollable giggle-fest because of this knowledge. We also discuss new releases from Retro 51, Pilot, and discuss why expensive notebooks are that way. Show Notes & Download Links This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off. Kanilea Pen Co.: Choose your Aloha today ..read more

(Sarah Read is an author, editor, yarn artist, and pen/paper/ink addict. You can find more about her at her website and on Twitter. And her latest book, Root Rot, is now available for pre-order!) Don't let the name fool you--the "Fools" comes from the foolscap paper that's featured in the Tsubame Fools E-Style Horizontal Notebook. Foolscap paper used to refer to inexpensive paper that was a little larger than A4, and while this notebook is indeed fairly inexpensive, you're no fool if you love it. This horizontal notebook has a lightweight cardstock cover in a flecked grey color decorated with ..read more

(Jeff Abbott is a regular contributor at The Pen Addict. You can find more from Jeff online at Draft Evolution and Twitter.) If the eight-year-old version of me knew how many different types of great multi-pens would exist in the near future, I'm not sure I would have believed you. At the time, the only multi-pen I was aware of was the standard Bic 4-Color. It was great when it was the only one in my realm of awareness, but today is a totally different story. There are almost too many multi-pens to choose from, and so many of them are really good. The latest multi-pen to find its way to my de ..read more

Is there a more underrated stationery item than the simple postcard? Probably, but for the sake of this discussion, let’s talk about how great postcards are, and how I use them. The BGM Encyclopedia of Plants Postcard Set is the latest addition to an ever-growing postcard stash. The design of these fit my aesthetic, but BGM has five other themed sets to choose from if you prefer a different style. Picking out cool designs for postcards is what it’s all about - even ahead of performance, which we will get to in a minute. All 16 cards in this set feature a different design on the outside, and ..read more

Each week in Refill, the Pen Addict Members newsletter, I publish Ink Links as part of the additional content you receive for being a member. And each week, after 10 to 15 links, plus my added commentary on each, I'm left with many great items I want to share. Enter Misfill. Here are this weeks links: — A triangular man (José Naranja) — Quick London Sketches (Writing at Large) — M1000 Renaissance Brown: The Return of a Classic Fountain Pen (The Pelikan's Perch) — What am I talking about when I talk about paper? (The Poor Penman) — Doodling With Fountain Pens: Starburst Pattern (Fountain Pen L ..read more

When I saw the Retro 51 Tornado Sea Turtle Rescue pop into my feed, I knew it was only a matter of time before I acquired one. I also knew my intent was to give it away, and spread the word of a portion of each sale going to the Sea Turtle Conservancy. How cool is that? I have one pen to give away this week, and the winner is: Congrats Gretchen! I’ve sent you an email to collect your shipping address ..read more

(Kimberly (she/her) took the express train down the fountain pen/stationery rabbit hole and doesn't want to be rescued. She can be found on Instagram @allthehobbies because there really are many, many hobbies!.) One of the things I got to do when I visited the Vanness Pens shop last month, was play with an ink set that they just got in from Journalize, a Hong Kong-based stationery store. And after experiencing the eclipse last week, I knew this was what I was going to play with this week! The set, called Mirror of the Sky, comes in a beautiful blue and purple sky & horizon themed square bo ..read more

My best friend for the next 30 days. This was such a fun episode, as I got to discuss one of my favorite topics: why we like the things that we do. And, even more importantly, why differing opinions are fun in the stationery world. Show Notes & Download Links This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT. Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more ..read more

When I saw the Retro 51 Tornado Sea Turtle Rescue pop into my feed, I knew it was only a matter of time before I acquired one. I also knew my intent was to give it away, and spread the news that a portion of each sale goes to the Sea Turtle Conservancy. How cool is that? I have one pen to give away this week, so read the rules below and enter away! Retro 51 Tornado Sea Turtle Rescue Ballpoint Pen Giveaway ..read more

Does anyone else feel like they need to go back to school to understand current ink naming conventions? I do, and I am here for it. Wearingeul is the current leader of the “what does that ink name mean” game, and Heimdall, from their World Myth Series, sent me scurrying to the internet to find out more. In Norse Mythology, Heimdall is the god of light, and the son of one of the most prominent gods, Odin. Heimdall also had nine mothers … and that’s right about where my mythology lesson was done for the day. Light is something I can get behind, and this shade of Orange features a wide range of ..read more