Meet your local fountain pen community at the Pelikan hub. Share your love for fountain pens with like-minded people, try new pens, and discover new inks. Read More
Category: Tools of Trade
Tools we use to do our work.
The Penabler – Summer Budget Releases 2019
A highlight of limited pens available in the summer of 2019. Some already released, others still on their way. Check out the new summer colours. Read More
The Penabler – Spring Budget Releases 2019
A short overview of new, limited, and special edition fountain pens, inks and notebooks for Spring 2019. Read More
Where to find fountain pens in Tokyo?
Tokyo is filled with shops that sell fountain pens and you’ll even find them in unlikely places. Here’s a list of my favourite places to shop. Read More
Where to find stationery in Tokyo?
A list of popular stationery stores in Tokyo and where to find them. Including shop locations and other tips. Read More
Blogmas: Stationery
Gifting stationery is one of the best things if you don’t know what to get someone who’s into books or pens. Notebooks and washi tapes are always welcome. Read More
Blogmas: Limited Edition Fountain Pens
What better way to surprise a fountain pen lover than with a limited edition of their favourite model? Or something totally different? A limited edition is sure to gain appreciation from the recipient. Here is a small selection of noteworthy limited editions to buy this holiday season. Read More
Blogmas: Ink Samples
When a pen is too personal to give and you don’t know which inks someone will like, go for ink samples. Pick a few to create a set of fun colours to try out. Add different brands, inks with different properties and maybe one of the most popular colours. Mix it up to surprise any fountain pen lover. Or give them an ink sample subscription to prolong the fun. Read More
Blogmas: PenBBS Fountain Pens
PenBBS is a Chinese fountain pen brand with colourful and good quality fountain pens for a reasonable price. No wonder they’re getting more fans every day. Read More
Blogmas: Hand Lettering Goods
Hand lettering is booming. In this short gift guide, Tessa talks about Chrystal Elizabeth’s new book, Brush Lettering Made Simple, a perfect book for beginners, and which pens and markers are great presents. Read More
