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How to revive a dry fountain pen

November 22, 2019 ♦

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You may find yourself writing with a fountain pen one day, and it stops working as it should. Every so often, fountain pens can fall victim to dryness, which results in scratchy and patchy handwriting. You may also notice that the ink dries lighter than it usually does. This could…

Should you buy the fountain pen?

November 8, 2019 ♦

Fountain Pens

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Whether you are coming to fountain pens for the first time or you are leaving behind the world of cheap fountain pens to explore the fancier varieties, there’s no denying that some fountain pens are expensive. These high prices can, naturally, lead to hesitance, as some prices can seem a…

What to write in a new baby card

October 24, 2019 ♦

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There aren’t many events sweeter in life than the birth of a new bundle of joy. A new life brings a smile to everyone’s faces. If a friend, relative or colleague has just welcomed a baby into the world, then it’s time to buy (or make) a new baby card…

Times it’s better to send snail mail instead of email

October 11, 2019 ♦

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Email is quick and easy to send, and it’s no wonder it has become such a popular means of communication. That being said, there are certain times when a handwritten note is a far more suitable form of mail to send. In this blog post, we’ll outline the times it…

What are the 12 characteristics of handwriting?

October 3, 2019 ♦

Handwriting

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Writing by hand is something that most of us do without much thought, but the way we write can offer an insight into our personality. Not only that but handwriting is unique to each person, much like a fingerprint. While we all have crossovers, no two people’s writing will be…

The strangest things to have been sent through the post

September 11, 2019 ♦

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The most common things to be sent through the Royal Mail postal system are letters and simple parcels, which are often packaged in boxes or durable bags. However, this isn’t all that postal workers handle, and we’ve gathered some fascinating examples below. While many packages are handled and the contents…

How to write a congratulations card

August 23, 2019 ♦

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If someone you know or love has been working hard towards something and accomplished it, then you’ll no doubt be over the moon for them. What a great feeling that is, to see someone you love chasing their dreams and succeeding in life. Sending a congratulations card is a lovely…

What to do with used postage stamps

August 9, 2019 ♦

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If you write, send and receive letters, you’ll no doubt come across a fair number of postage stamps. Even if you don’t have pen pals, you’ll receive stamps — on envelopes containing Christmas cards, birthday cards, and more. What do you usually do with your postage stamps? Many people simply…

Meet the brand: A. T. Cross Company

July 19, 2019 ♦

Meet the Brand

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Cross was the first manufacturer of quality writing instruments in America and is still creating quality pens and pencils to this day — continuing the timeless designs that its customers know and love while working on new innovative designs, too. The history of the A. T. Cross Company Founded in…

Four methods for writing a novel

July 5, 2019 ♦

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There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to writing a novel — after all, it is a very creative process and intrinsically subjective. However, there are four overarching methods of writing a book of fiction that most authors will fit into in some way. I wanted to share these…