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Four hand lettering types for beginners

October 16, 2020 ♦

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Hand lettering is a form of art, and there are different styles that you can try. When you’re a beginner, some types of hand lettering may seem impossible but, if you persevere, you’ll master them all in time! Keep reading for information on the four hand lettering types and how…

How to use Tombow brush pens for hand lettering

September 25, 2020 ♦

Calligraphy, Handwriting, Pens

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‘Lettering’ is an umbrella term, used when talking about anything that involves the formation of letters! However, there are a plethora of different types of lettering to learn about. In this article, we will be focusing on hand lettering and the pens you can use to give the best results.…

Our German fountain pen range

September 16, 2020 ♦

Fountain Pens

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On the whole, German writing instruments are revered for being high quality products that provide a luxurious and reliable writing experience to pen aficionados worldwide. Here at The Pen Company, we stock a huge selection of fountain pens by German brands, including — but certainly not limited to —…

How to change the world with your writing

August 28, 2020 ♦

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Words have a tremendous amount of power. Pieces of writing can easily transport you into a whole new world, be it fictional or real. We all have a favourite novel, for example, and the way the author has written that story has intrigued your attention and resulted in you loving…

A review of Staedtler’s Pigment Liners

August 18, 2020 ♦

Expert Advice & Product Reviews, Pens

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As a fan of both writing and (amateur) drawing, it was only a matter of time until I added the highly regarded Staedtler Pigment Liners to my stationery collection. The Pigment Liners are available in black and a wide variety of colours. I knew I wanted the black fineliners for…

Which pens and pen brands do celebrities favour?

August 14, 2020 ♦

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Pens are the starting point for countless pieces of music, books, film scripts and plays. So, it is not a shock that celebrities are often pen lovers. From Boris Johnson to Emma Watson, many household names favour certain pen brands and create some of their most important work through the…

How to wash pen ink out of fabrics

July 31, 2020 ♦

Ink

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Whether you forgot to take a nice ink pen out of your pocket, had pen ink leak all over you, or your children drew some abstract art on your clothes — don’t worry! When you initially see a stain, you might panic and think your item is damaged forever. However,…

A guide to stylus pens

July 17, 2020 ♦

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Styluses have become increasingly popular in recent years alongside the rise of tablets and smartphones. Although many associate the stylus with the digital age, it has actually been around since 1300 B.C. In the past, philosophers and poets would draw or write on wax and clay tablets with one. Throughout…

Meet the brand: Caran d’Ache

June 12, 2020 ♦

Meet the Brand

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Throughout its history, Caran d’Ache has continually made pens to the highest standards. The brand produces a wide range of products including fountain pens, rollerball, and ballpoint pens, pen cases, and mechanical pencils across its collections. The history of Caran d’Ache Caran d’Ache is a family business founded in Geneva…

A guide to writing with a fountain pen

May 29, 2020 ♦

Fountain Pens

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Writing with a fountain pen takes a certain level of experimentation and practice — your success is also very much dependent on factors such as your pen, your paper, and your technique. So, writing with a fountain pen is a somewhat subjective experience. That being said, if you are struggling…