The after-pen-show zoo that is my currently inked
The novel and niche fill every slot in my currently inked tray. Two new pens. Two new ink acquisitions. Two new exciting nib grinds (ahem: multitasker grinds from Pen Realm). A desktop replete with one-off, limited edition, and small maker pens.
Checking in with that fanciest of Hobonichi planners
I feel an urge to check in with what’s working and what’s proved challenging to use in my Hobonichi Day-Free planner when the calendar turns to July. July is halfway through the year and so a window into how half my year has gone. With plenty of time left to re-leverage my Hobonichi Day-Free to better serve my day-to-day adventures.
Full fills and aesthetically compelling nib designs
Visual interest keeps my attention. I need consistent attention if I’m to design a brand new full year course for September. I’ll need nibs that draw me into uncapping my pens for bouts of curricular sketching.
From sample to bottle, a Celadon Cat story
The allure of beautiful ink bottles and box art is powerful. But the freedom to try ink with only a minimal commitment? That’s fun. It’s also why I now own a bottle of Diamine’s Celadon Cat.