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Photo of the "toys" from UMAE & Ladybug the day they arrived in the mail. A few months ago, I shared a blog post reviewing the UMAE & Ladybug watercolor paper blockโa product that had genuinely impressed me with its quality. I included a few of my paintings done on the paper, thinking nothing more… Continue reading A Surprise Gift from UMAE & Ladybug – A Taiwan-based Art Company
Disclaimer:ย This review is based entirely on my personal experience after several hours of using the pen. I purchased the Jinhao 58 with my own money and do not receive any form of commission or sponsorship from the brand. All opinions shared here are my own. Please make purchase decisions at your own discretion. Hi, everyone!… Continue reading Fountain Pen Review: Jinhao 58 Fountain Pen (EF Nib, Spring-Inspired Colorway)
The name Kakuno (ใซใฏใ) is derived from the Japanese word kaku (ๆธใ), meaning "to write," and the suffix -no (๏ฝใฎ), indicating possession. Thus, Kakuno can mean โfor writingโ or โthe writerโs.โ This name suits these cheerful pens that make writing enjoyable, even for beginners. Let me explain. One of the things I enjoy about my… Continue reading Why the Kakuno Fountain Pens are the Best Beginner Pens Beloved by Me and My Kids
If you havenโt noticed yet, Iโve grown quite fond of writingโespecially with fountain pens. Naturally, that led me down the delightful rabbit hole of collecting not just pens, but also fountain pen-friendly notebooks and inks. Iโve written a few articles about some of the brands Iโve triedโhere are two of my recent ones, with snippets… Continue reading Review: Majohn Q1 Demonstrator Fountain Pen (Fine Nib)
Letโs talk about gel pens. If you love stationery like I do, you probably have a favoriteโor several! A colleague at work, who also uses fountain pens, suggested Pentel EnerGel for signing documents or jotting down quick notes. I tried his EnerGel and enjoyed how smoothly it wrote on regular copy paper. So, What Makes Gel Pens So Special? Gel pens… Continue reading Pen Review: Pentel EnerGel Gel Pens
Hello, everyone! I took advantage of the Easter break to slow down and recharge โ spending some much-needed time with my potted and hydroponic plants, and finally picking up my watercolor brushes again. Itโs a hobby Iโve missed dearly but had to set aside due to work, which Iโve shared more about in the blog… Continue reading Exploring UMAE Watercolor Paper Block: A Review and My Watercolor Sketches Using the Block
As a fountain pen enthusiast, Iโve always appreciated the elegance, smooth ink flow, and customization they offer. Thereโs something special about the way a fountain pen glides across the page, that tactile feel that turns even simple notes into an enjoyable writing experience. However, fountain pens arenโt always the most practical choiceโespecially when speed, convenience,… Continue reading Effortless Writing, Zero Hassle: Why the Pilot Acro 300 is a Must-Try Ballpoint Pen
Disclaimer: The review below is not sponsored by the brand mentioned. I bought this watch out of my own savings from my Atomic Habits tracker jar as mentioned in my previous blog. As I write this review, myย Huawei Band 9ย is strapped to my wrist, tracking my health metrics while the timer counts downย ten minutesโthe perfect… Continue reading Product Review: Huawei Band 9 and Why Busy People on a Budget Should Get One
A few years ago, I picked up Zen in the Art of Writing by Ray Bradbury. It was a transitional period in my life. This was right before the pandemic. I had just left my corporate job. I was exploring ways to supplement our household income. At the time, I had no plans to pursue… Continue reading My Recommended Book for Writers: “Zen in the Art of Writing” by Ray Bradbury
Yesterday, we went grocery shopping and found the store packed with peopleโitโs the holiday season, so it was to be expected. Normally, we head to the grocery as soon as it opens to avoid the crowd, but this time we went later than usual since we had just returned from a local trip and took… Continue reading How to Foster a Reading Habit in Children
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