Tomoe River Paper

Tomoe River Paper

We just got in our shipment of Tomoe River Paper! We've been excited about this, and a little uncertain, as getting it into Canada has not been as easy. 
August 30, 2013 — wonderpens
Sailor 1911 Maki-e Fountain Pen

Sailor 1911 Maki-e Fountain Pen

Sailor is a fountain pen and ink company that specialises more in fountain pens than inks. 
August 22, 2013 — wonderpens
How to Sharpen a Palomino Blackwing Pencil

How to Sharpen a Palomino Blackwing Pencil

The Blackwings have wonderful lead that almost never breaks unless you've dropped the pencil and it's landed on its tip.
August 15, 2013 — wonderpens
Original Crown Mill Classic Laid Writing Paper

Original Crown Mill Classic Laid Writing Paper

We have the Classic Laid and the 100% Pure Cotton.
Sailor Kiwa-Guro Carbon Nano Black

Sailor Kiwa-Guro Carbon Nano Black

Kiwa-Guro Black is one of Sailor's "luxury" inks, more costly than their standard Jentle line.
The Kaweco Sport and Al Sport

The Kaweco Sport and Al Sport

The Kaweco Classic Sport Fountain Pen is one of the most popular choices for the entry-level fountain pen. It's small and compact, super durable and comes at a good price.
June 15, 2013 — wonderpens
Rhodia 80gsm Paper

Rhodia 80gsm Paper

Most my ink reviews are done on Rhodia 80gsm paper, in the staple-bound pad. 
June 11, 2013 — wonderpens
Noodler's X-Feather

Noodler's X-Feather

Noodler's X-Feather Ink is a black ink with a specialty in not feathering. People generally try to avoid feathering because it just doesn't look very nice.
Noodler's Army Green Ink

Noodler's Army Green Ink

It's about to rain where we are here in Toronto - and the dark, gloomy clouds make the trees in our neighbourhood look a little like this green, so it's the perfect time for a review.
Sailor Jentle Black Ink Review

Sailor Jentle Black Ink Review

Sailor is one of my favourite ink brands, and while some of their inks are known in particular for beautiful shading and a sheen, the Jentle Black is a great ink for your everyday writing.