The best mechanical pencils for drawing
Every person who draws has a unique style and way of working. Some are skilled in line art, dabbling with varying weights to create varied … Read more
Pencils
A guide to pencil lead grades
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
How to fix a broken mechanical pencil
Mechanical pencils are a popular tool with students, writers, artists, engineers, and architects thanks to their constant line width, durability, and precision. However, as with … Read more
The best pencils for artists
You may have heard the proverb, “a bad workman blames his tools”, which suggests it is the workman who lacks skills. However, a talented artist … Read more
When to use a pen grip
A pen grip is a good idea if you suffer from writer’s cramps or want to improve your child’s handwriting. Browse The Pen Company’s pick of the best grip pens.
Everything you need to know about the pencil eraser
What is an eraser? You’ll no doubt have used an eraser at some point, whether at school, in work, or for any art you might … Read more
How a wooden pencil is made
In a world full of writing and drawing instruments, the humble beauty of the wooden pencil is often overlooked. However the pencil manufacturing process leaves … Read more
Five ways to sharpen a pencil
You might be reading this and thinking, ‘surely there’s only one way to sharpen a pencil?’ — in which case, prepare for your eyes to … Read more
A guide to mechanical pencils
Propelling pencils, also known as mechanical pencils, are a popular product on our site, so it’s time to dedicate a blog article to them. We … Read more
A review of the Lamy cp1 multifunction pen & highlighter
1974 is a special year — not only for me (I was born that year) but also because of all the other things that happened … Read more