It’s true–writing is a boring, everyday activity. So when you learn that some people are upping their writing game with fountain pens, it’s normal to question the hype! But what about it?? Are fountain pens better? Although this will always be a personal preference, fountain pens offer several benefits to ballpoint and rollerball pens. They’re … Read more

Are you thinking of giving drawing a try with a fountain pen? Perhaps you are already an artist who is curious about using a fountain pen for your work. Or maybe you are simply looking for a new and different way to draw. Whatever the case may be, you are probably wondering if are fountain … Read more

When you first get into fountain pens–you’ll understand. It’s a DRASTIC change coming from ballpoint or gel pens! But not to worry–fountain pens do NOT require you to write slowly. Here’s how to write fast with a fountain pen: When I first started with a fountain pen, I was legit upset that it looked SO … Read more

Are you new to fountain pens? Or maybe you’ve been using them for a while but don’t know how to store them properly? Here’s how to store your fountain pens so they stay in A+ condition for years. Store them horizontal, nibs up, or nibs down according to the pen (and personal preference) Consider using … Read more

In a world where everything seems to be moving faster and faster, some people are choosing to slow down and take the time to enjoy the simple pleasure of writing by hand…and fountain pens are the PERFECT example of this. But can you write normally with a fountain pen? Yes, you can absolutely write normally … Read more

Although their both different than their ballpoint pen cousins–are fountain pens and calligraphy pens the same? Sure, they can both create beautiful stuff on paper, but you’ll need to know the differences between these two writing instruments to use the one that is right for you! Let’s explore the similarities and differences between these two … Read more

People who love writing with their fountain pen probably want to bring it with them all the time (let’s be frank–we don’t want to be without them. Who wants to use normal pens? Ew). So, are fountain pens allowed on planes? As long as you follow a few easy rules, you can absolutely bring your … Read more

Pens are just pens, right? Well, no! When you first start writing with fountain pens–you might find it different or difficult to make your writing look good! It’s important you learn how to hold a found pen correctly! Here’s how to hold a fountain pen correctly: But of course, there are many different ways to … Read more