These notepads were designed to sell out. Ana Reinert and Bob Atkins took a limited amount of vintage typewriting stock, wrapped it in a letterpressed cover, added some well-designed writing templates, and then priced it so low that no one could say no. Ana Reinert is the owner of WellAppointedDesk.com and has a great online … Read more

This is about an interesting pen called the Yookers Eros Felt Tip Pen. I found this on a special deal at Goulet Pens and really like the ability to use some of the fountain pen ink I have sitting around. I picked up the Extra Fine and Fine tips (.8 and 1.0mm respectively) Why it … Read more

As one of the few custom bag manufacturers in the US, Rickshaw Bagworks is always building new and interesting products. One of their latest projects, the Bento Bag, is a highly useful shoulder bag. I used their custom bag designing tool and really like the bag ‘I’ designed. After using this bag for a couple … Read more

Baronfig started making stationery products 7 years ago after launching a very successful Kickstarter campaign and they haven’t stopped designing some of the best notebooks, pens, pencils and case/packs. While they did have a short slowdown this year, as is to be expected, they have ramped up the production on some new, and unique products. … Read more

Designed by Army veteran, Chris Elfering, the LOCHBY brand brings together tough cases with fine pens and paper. These waxed canvas tools are well made and after using them for a few weeks, I am a true fan of the cases and of Chris! LOCHBY, per the company website, loosely translates to “Lake Town,” which … Read more

If you have ever wanted to take one of your ideas from dream to reality but didn’t know how, there is a new notebook called Hatch that may be able to help.  Designed by the talented ladies at Two Tumbleweeds, this notebook is made to help entrepreneurs and designers decide which idea will have the best chance … Read more

I have been following Appointed since they started with their successful Kickstarter campaign back in 2015 and love the tools they make. Elegant is the best word I can think of when I see their notebooks, pencils and other desk items. They embrace their local community and have a great new notebook that is perfect … Read more

This notebook is crazy! It has 8 different grid patterns to visually think through ideas. It took me some time to decide how to use this book and finally figured out what it would be perfect for while out on a hike. It is a great companion for the outdoors. It is rugged enough to … Read more

I love learning about new and interesting pens and notebooks, and I use the following sites to find some amazing materials. I personally believe the top blog is a medium designed perfectly for stationery reviews. The blending of analog and digital tools these writers use to tell stories is a great way to see and … Read more

If you are looking for a manufacturer to help build your products it is nearly impossible to find practical advice on where to find a US manufacturer. Most websites skip over this difficult step by offering up some other sites to visit like Makers Row, ThomasNet, MFG, and Kompass. While these sites list thousands of … Read more

The perfectly balanced pen has arrived The team over at Shanpo have created an amazing pen set, and sent me a prototype to check out before they launch on Kickstarter. I also had an opportunity to ask them some direct questions on the design and their team. Using magnets, the pen stand holds the Hoverpen … Read more

With the cold air temperatures rolling in, I decided it was time to test which of my pens will work outside, and also see what happens to fountain pen ink when subjected to the extreme cold overnight. Part I I tested 11 pens that i use on a regular basis and left them outside for … Read more