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A beginner’s guide to dip pens

December 9, 2022 ♦

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Though now often overshadowed by modern fountain pens, many calligraphers and artists still opt for classic dip pens to create beautiful lettering and intricate drawings. Discover a newfound respect for this simple yet elegant writing tool, and explore everything you need to know about the wonderful dip pen. What is…

When to use a pen grip

September 26, 2022 ♦

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Using a pen or pencil grip is an excellent way to help improve your pencil grasp and handwriting. Both adults and children can use pen grips. A pencil grip teaches the child how to correctly hold a pen and form neater letters in the early years. Adults may use a…

Everything you need to know about brush calligraphy

September 12, 2022 ♦

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Traditional calligraphy is an intricate technique to master, but a healthy dab of dedication will give your writing an exquisite, elegant look. Unsurprisingly, jumping into this hobby nib-first can be a little intimidating for some. Maybe it’s time to turn the page and take a closer look at brush calligraphy.…

A beginners guide to pen and ink drawing

July 29, 2022 ♦

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Pen and ink art can be an affordable and efficient way to start drawing. The pens are easy to transport and, compared to other artist materials, the ink is relatively inexpensive. However, the permanence of ink drawing can strike fear in beginner artists. Luckily, The Pen Company is here to…

The 4 best pens for writing quickly

May 17, 2022 ♦

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While writing fast may not be considered a useful skill in the age of laptops and smartphones, some situations still require speedy lettering. Learning how to write quickly and neatly is easily achievable once you master a few tricks and have the right tools. Why do you need to write…

How to fix a skipping fountain pen

April 19, 2022 ♦

Fountain Pens, Pens

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Why is my fountain pen not writing smoothly? If you’ve ever used a fountain pen, you’ll know it can make writing by hand a wonderful experience. Perfect for crafting a beautiful cursive letter to a loved one, many people love to keep a fountain pen on hand with a few cartridges…

How to refill a fountain pen ink cartridge

March 25, 2022 ♦

Fountain Pens

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There’s nothing more satisfying than writing with a fountain pen. A rewarding experience, putting pen to paper and seeing your words flourish is only enhanced with this unique writing instrument. Fountain pens require an extra level of consideration to ordinary pens. Luxury fountain pens can last generations, so learning how…

How to store your pen collection

September 24, 2021 ♦

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Storing your pens correctly can prevent a variety of problems, such as pens drying out or unwanted ink stains and marks on fabric. The good news is, it is easy to store pens in a manner that will facilitate long life and minimal issues — however, the perfect storage solution…

A beginner’s guide to rollerball pens

September 10, 2021 ♦

Rollerball Pens

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If you’re new to rollerball pens, the chances are you’ve seen them online or on shelves in-store and may have assumed they’re the same as ballpoint pens as they look so alike. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the world of rollerball pens — explaining what they are, how…

The best writing tools for left-handed people

August 27, 2021 ♦

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With 10 per cent of the world’s population being left-handed, it’s about time the world acknowledged that one in 10 people write with their left hand and designed all objects with this fact in mind. If you are left-handed, you might find you have some issues using certain writing tools…