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Articles Written By: Lucy Williams

Lucy is our lead editor and has been passionate about stationery since childhood. She has a particular fondness for rollerball and calligraphy pens and is a keen advocate of snail mail.

Why you need a luxury pen holder

May 22, 2025 by Lucy Williams
Close-up of a hand holding a fountain pen on a legal desk.

You wouldn’t store a Rolex in a shoebox, so why keep your Visconti pen in a coffee cup? The details in your workspace say a … Read more

How to find a pen pal in the digital age

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by Lucy Williams

We live in an age of instant messages and video calls, but there’s something special about writing a letter by hand and sending it through … Read more

A guide to pencil lead grades

March 28, 2025March 28, 2025 by Lucy Williams

Graphite became popular in England in 1564, and soon after, manufacturers encased the soft material in wood for easier use. Today, pencils remain vital for … Read more

52 Valentine’s Day writing prompts to inspire creativity

February 6, 2025 by Lucy Williams
A young white woman sat on outdoor stairs, writing in a notebook.

February is a great time to flex your creative writing muscles, and what better way to get inspired than with some love-themed inspiration? Our Valentine’s … Read more

Stationery in Pantone’s Color of the Year 2025

January 31, 2025January 30, 2025 by Lucy Williams
A fan of Pantone colour swatches.

As each year draws to an end, Pantone reveals its much-anticipated Color of the Year, setting the tone for design and creativity in the months … Read more

Seven stylish fountain pen nib types

December 20, 2024December 19, 2024 by Lucy Williams
A close-up of a fountain pen nib

Fountain pens are more than writing tools — they’re a perfect blend of functionality, artistry, and personal expression. At the core of every fountain pen … Read more

Six luxury ballpoint pens to gift for Christmas

November 29, 2024 by Lucy Williams
Luxury gifts wrapped under the Christmas tree.

With Christmas fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to give, and a luxury ballpoint pen could be the ideal gift for a loved one. Luxury … Read more

40 Halloween writing prompts for adults

November 5, 2024October 17, 2024 by Lucy Williams
A woman sat in her living room, decorated for Halloween, writing in a notebook.

As the days grow shorter and October’s fallen leaves crunch beneath our feet, a sense of mystery fills the air. Children immerse themselves in the … Read more

Transform your workspace with cool and quirky office supplies

October 1, 2024September 26, 2024 by Lucy Williams
People having a meeting in an office, sat around a big table, wearing brightly coloured clothing.

Let’s face it: many offices are drab and uninspiring, with blank magnolia walls and grey carpet tiles. This can challenge anyone’s motivation — especially creative … Read more

The best journals for writers

August 30, 2024 by Lucy Williams
A close-up of a woman writing in a journal while sat on the sofa.

Putting pen to paper typically opens the door for more words to follow, which nurtures and expands the creative process. For this reason and more, … Read more

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