2022 SF Pen Show: Definitely Not a Quick Recap (via Pen Addict - Kimberly). Kimberly and I are apparently locked in (friendly) competition over who can generate the longest recap of the SF Pen Show. This is a great one and extremely detailed.
Show Recap: 2022 San Francisco Pen Show (via Well-Appointed Desk). Jesi was stationed at the Dromgoole’s ink rack all weekend, and she sold a TON of ink (including six bottles of Wearingeul to me).
Thinking via the Notes I Take, a mnml Digest (via mnmlscholar). Given all of the discussions of notebooks and planners and journaling last weekend, including a couple of in-depth seminars, notetaking and the purpose of the notes I take is something at the forefront of my own mind as well.
Ferris Wheel Press Cream of Earl Grey (via Fountain Pen Pharmacist). So this is one of the most intriguing colors in the Ferris Wheel Press lineup, IMHO, but is very, very, VERY light.
Private Reserve Black Cherry (The New Formula) (via Inkdependence). With my love for all things red-black, you would think that I would’ve tried this one already. No such luck. I may need to pick up a bottle.
Col-o-ring Update: Cover Colors & FOLIO! (via Well-Appointed Desk). The Col-o-ring Folio - the largest Col-o-ring EVER, is now available for purchase! While I have no idea what I would do with it, I want one!
On the Differences Between Grips (via KraftyKats). Chloe discusses an important factor in selecting your pen of choice, which may also present a reason to visit a pen show - if your grip tends to be sensitive, a show (or your local pen store) offers you the opportunity to try before you buy.
Witches: Lamy Azurite (via a fleeting ripple). The Lamy Crystal inks haven’t received much attention from the blogosphere lately, even though I’m generally a fan of Lamy inks and they’re always priced competitively.
Long-Term Thoughts on the Visconti Rembrandt Fountain Pen (via Fountain Pen Blog). I love reading “long term” reviews of favorite fountain pens, and whether people’s opinions of certain pens stay the same having used them for years at a time. I need to be better about revisiting prior reviews.
Pelikan M205 Apatite Special Edition Demonstrator (via Pelikan’s Perch). Just in time for the announcement of this year’s Pelikan Hubs, Pelikan has revealed the M205 “Apatite” demonstrator to match this year’s special edition Edelstein ink.
In Case You Missed It….
This week on the blog, it was all about recapping a great weekend at the San Francisco Pen Show. My recaps actually started last Saturday, in real time, when I discussed Friday at the show. On Wednesday, I offered my thoughts on what makes the San Francisco show so well-run in general (hint: it involves more classes and seminars, and a broader, more diverse array of vendors), and yesterday I did a very extended walkthrough of everything I took home from the show. Now I just have to figure out where to start with the review content….
Did I mention we restocked on the Penco Perfection Bullet Pens, both the plastic version and the metal in Gold, Silver, and Matte Black? For those who have asked, yes, they clip quite well to the Plotter Mini-5. ;)
New This Week in the Shop Plus a Labor Day Promotion
Paper, paper, and more paper! I was low on most of the paper brands we stock here in the T.G.S. Curated Shop, including customer favorite Midori MD Cotton. (For those who have asked, the MD Cotton Paper is the same paper that is used in those letterpress specialty Plotter refills pictured in yesterday’s review.) We also have more Clairefontaine Triomphe and Seyes-ruled paper. Every Thursday I index new arrivals and features in a dedicated post. And through Labor Day (Monday at 11:59pm), we’re running a special promotion where all orders will receive a free gift, whether that be some washi tape, an ink sample, or a pen/pencil! No coupon code needed. Just place your orders and enjoy!
Many Thanks for Your Shop Support, and Please Consider T.G.S. Patreon!
We’ve been surprised at the level of enthusiasm and support for our curated retail strategy over the past couple of months, and after careful consideration are beginning to build out our inventory with more brands and product categories. I love managing this aspect of T.G.S., as it offers me the opportunity to directly put great stationery - including brands I feel are underappreciated and underemphasized - into your hands. For those who want to support T.G.S. without necessarily adding to their accumulation, the Patreon Program offers two options for tiers of support: $3 and $5, and plan on making monthly meetups, pen show events, and periodic exclusive content the primary benefits. Of course, Patreon members will continue to get first access to periodic sample sales, with right of first refusal on gently used pens.