Monteverde Green Ink Review: Dark Emerald Performs Like Black

Read today's Monteverde Green* ink review to learn all about this fountain pen ink staple. *A note about this Monteverde ink color name: Not to be confused with any of the other "green" inks available in 30ml bottles by Monteverde, today's Green ink is made by Monteverde, but also has the color name Monteverde Green.

How to Start Journaling & Improve Your Mental Health

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Why are so many people talking about journaling? Does it really improve your mental health? While journaling is pretty classic in the world of hobbies and habits, the recent trend adds a new spin on things. If the recent push for improved mental health and journaling has you asking yourself, "How to start journaling without

Pen Collecting Milestones: Nate’s Fountain Pen Starter Pack

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Have you ever paused to think about your own pen collecting milestones? Whether you’re just unboxing your very first fountain pen or you’ve amassed an impressive pen collection paired with a display of dazzling inks, those early “firsts” leave a permanent mark. Your first real pen crush. Your first nib catastrophe. Your first “what was

Snow Crystal vs Periwinkle Twinkle Ink: Reader-Requested Comparison

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Get ready for Snow Crystal vs Periwinkle Twinkle Ink, a reader-requested ink comparison that you all get to enjoy. Meet the Inks: Snow Crystal vs Periwinkle Twinkle Ink Pilot Iroshizuku Snow Crystal ink: A rich, cool blue with subtle shading and clean performance.Dominant Industry Periwinkle Twinkle ink: A soft periwinkle base with a gorgeous silver

The Fountain Pen Starter Pack: 5 Firsts Every Collector Remembers

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Have you ID'd your fountain pen starter pack? Whether you’re brand new to fountain pens or you’ve got a desk drawer full of inked beauties, there’s something universally nostalgic about your firsts. Your first pen crush. Your first ink spill. Your first “why did I buy this?” moment. In honor of those iconic milestones, we