When I first began to get into using fountain pens regularly, I quickly realized the value of ink blotters and blotting paper. Such an elegantly simple solution to the problem of smudging wet ink, and it works … [Read more...] about Ink Blotters and Blotting: All You Need to Know (and a bit more)
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Make Your Own Fountain Pen Flush for Super Cleaning
When it comes time for a deeper cleaning, buying a bottle of fountain pen flush is pricey. An 8oz bottle will run you from $11 to $18 not including shipping. OR you can just make your own. It's very simple … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Fountain Pen Flush for Super Cleaning
Flying with Fountain Pens (and other analog travel concerns)
I've now been asked several times whether flying with fountain pens poses a problem. Is it safe? Could they explode in your pocket? Is it even legal? Well, let's bust the myths. Now that COVID restrictions … [Read more...] about Flying with Fountain Pens (and other analog travel concerns)
Why Use a Fountain Pen? 12 Good Reasons
I quite often get asked, "Why use a fountain pen?" I think the reason people ask that question is either because they're under the impression that fountain pens must be harder to use (which they really aren't), … [Read more...] about Why Use a Fountain Pen? 12 Good Reasons