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Sailor TUZU Adjust Fountain Pen: A Beginner-Friendly Pen with Clever Engineering

Disclaimer: I was not paid or sponsored by Sailor or any retailer to write this review. I purchased these pens myself, and everything Iโ€™ve shared reflects my own honest experience and personal opinions. I do not earn any commission from any purchases made based on this review. Please buy at your own discretion and assess… Continue reading Sailor TUZU Adjust Fountain Pen: A Beginner-Friendly Pen with Clever Engineering

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I attended my first Pelikan Hub!

The passion for fine writing instruments often begins in solitudeโ€”a quiet ritual of pen, ink, and paper. But the annual Pelikan Hubs event reminds us that this singular obsession is, in fact, a thriving, global community. For this week, fountain pen enthusiasts all over the world met up in a gathering called Pelikan Hubs to share about… Continue reading I attended my first Pelikan Hub!

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When You Canโ€™t Go to the Pen Show But the Pen Show Comes to You

I missed a few events this yearโ€”like the Manila Pen Show, the Phuket Asian Urban Sketchwalk I wrote about recently, and the Manila International Book Festival (MIBF). Sadly, I also missed the Malaysia International Pen Show (MIPS). Between work, motherhood, and the fact that Iโ€™m still new in my workplace (which means no vacation leaves… Continue reading When You Canโ€™t Go to the Pen Show But the Pen Show Comes to You

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Fountain Pen Review: Jinhao 58 Fountain Pen (EF Nib, Spring-Inspired Colorway)

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)

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Why the Kakuno Fountain Pens are the Best Beginner Pens Beloved by Me and My Kids

The name Kakuno (ใ‚ซใ‚ฏใƒŽ) is derived from the Japanese word kaku (ๆ›ธใ), meaning "to write," and the suffix -no (๏ฝžใฎ), indicating possession. Thus, Kakuno can mean โ€œfor writingโ€ or โ€œthe writerโ€™s.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

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Review: Majohn Q1 Demonstrator Fountain Pen (Fine Nib)

If you havenโ€™t noticed yet, Iโ€™ve grown quite fond of writingโ€”especially 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. Iโ€™ve written a few articles about some of the brands Iโ€™ve triedโ€”here are two of my recent ones, with snippets… Continue reading Review: Majohn Q1 Demonstrator Fountain Pen (Fine Nib)

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Pen Review: Pentel EnerGel Gel Pens

Letโ€™s talk about gel pens. If you love stationery like I do, you probably have a favoriteโ€”or 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

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Effortless Writing, Zero Hassle: Why the Pilot Acro 300 is a Must-Try Ballpoint Pen

As a fountain pen enthusiast, Iโ€™ve always appreciated the elegance, smooth ink flow, and customization they offer. Thereโ€™s 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 arenโ€™t always the most practical choiceโ€”especially when speed, convenience,… Continue reading Effortless Writing, Zero Hassle: Why the Pilot Acro 300 is a Must-Try Ballpoint Pen

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Jinhao 80 Review: Smooth Writing for Less

Disclaimer: I donโ€™t earn any commission from promoting the products mentioned in this article. The following reviews are my honest feedback based on personal experience. One drawback (and perhaps a common nuisance) of writing with a fountain pen is that ordinary copy paper often leads to bleed-through or ghosting. I've tested all the pens in… Continue reading Jinhao 80 Review: Smooth Writing for Less

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What’s a good fountain pen-friendly paper and where to source them in the Philippines

If you've been following my blog for at least a year, you probably know by now that I primarily write with fountain pens. Over time, I've shared several posts about my collection, along with reviews and recommendations for those looking to get started without breaking the bank. In this post, I'll be diving into fountain… Continue reading What’s a good fountain pen-friendly paper and where to source them in the Philippines