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6 things you can write to a pen pal about

March 12, 2021 ♦

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When it comes to letter writing, one of the most frequent questions we hear is, “What should I write to my pen pal about?” It seems that many of us love the idea of writing to someone but, when it comes down to it, we aren’t quite sure what we…

Meet the brand: Sailor

February 26, 2021 ♦

Meet the Brand

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Manufactured in Hiroshima, Japan, since the very start, Sailor pens are well-known as some of the finest and most elegant pens in the world — each created to a very high specification. It’s no secret that Sailor’s gold nibs are exceptional, and the company offers a wide range to suits…

A beginner’s guide to the fountain pen nib

February 12, 2021 ♦

Fountain Pens, Pens

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When buying a fountain pen, one of the most important aspects to consider is the fountain pen nib. Fountain pen nibs are the only part of the pen that touches the paper and are, therefore, fairly responsible for the overall writing experience. There is a lot of confusion surrounding nibs…

3 fun ways to stamp without using rubber stamps

January 29, 2021 ♦

Crafting

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During the pandemic, we have been enjoying some art and craft action here at The Pen Company. After all, what better way to relax at home than by writing and crafting with the family? A topic I don’t think we’ve touched on before on our blog is rubber stamping. Rubber…

Three simple methods to make faux wax seals

January 15, 2021 ♦

Letter writing

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Recently on the blog, we shared how to create traditional wax seals; however, it is also possible to create faux wax seals, and so that’s what we are going to share with you today. You might be wondering why anyone would want to make a faux wax seal. Well, if…

How to make a traditional wax seal

December 29, 2020 ♦

Letter writing

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Nothing finishes a letter or envelope off quite like a wax seal — they are attractive to look at and show the recipient that you put time and thought into your letter. In this article, we’ll take a quick look at the history of the wax seal and then explain…

How to choose your 2021 diary

December 8, 2020 ♦

Diaries

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2020 was a sad year and effectively a write-off for most, so many people are feeling a glimmer of hope when it comes to the thought of a fresh new year. What better way to plan your new year out than with a beautiful diary? In this article, we’ll walk…

The best pen gift sets for Christmas 2020

November 27, 2020 ♦

Christmas

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Christmas adverts are now showing on the TV and so we all know that Christmas is sneaking up on us rapidly. This month, we thought we’d showcase some of our favourite pen sets, which make wonderful gifts for friends and family, colleagues and employees — or yourself! If you like…

How writing can help with mental wellbeing

November 13, 2020 ♦

Writing

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We are living in unprecedented and difficult times, and there isn’t one person who has been left unaffected by the pandemic in one way or another this year. Unfortunately, 2020 has taken a huge toll on the world’s mental health; this is due to loneliness, separation from friends and family,…

How to make amazing stationery in just an hour

October 23, 2020 ♦

Art

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While many of our customers adore all things stationery and love to write letters, it can still be difficult to source beautiful letter writing sets; paper and envelopes that inspire you to get writing. So, in this article, we thought we’d show you how to make your own quality stationery…