Why handwriting is so important

Why handwriting is so important

January 18, 2018 ♦
Handwriting
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With discussion in the news lately about whether schools should continue to teach cursive handwriting or not, you could be forgiven for seeing handwriting as an unimportant aspect of a modern, digital life. However, I believe that handwriting should be treasured, and I’ll outline the reasons why below. Sure, there’s…
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Fabulous festive words from the past

Fabulous festive words from the past

December 19, 2017 ♦
Christmas
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We all know words such as “snowball”, “mistletoe” and “carols”, but what about “rumball”, “bubbly-jock” and “kissing bough”? There are some wonderful wintry words from the past which have fallen out of common use. Learn about them here, and why not try bringing them back with your friends and family…
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Tips for keeping your New Year’s Resolutions

Tips for keeping your New Year’s Resolutions

December 13, 2017 ♦
Seasonal
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The new year is edging closer, and with it comes the promises we make to ourselves to try and be a better person the following year. These promises come in many forms, although some of the most popular resolutions include getting fit, losing weight, quitting smoking, starting a new hobby…
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Prompts to get you writing

Prompts to get you writing

October 20, 2017 ♦
Creative Writing
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The best way to get better at creative writing is to practice as often as possible – ideally daily, but it depends what fits in with your lifestyle. However, it can become tricky to think of topics to write about so frequently, and that is where writing prompts come in.…
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How to write a sonnet

How to write a sonnet

October 11, 2017 ♦
Poetry
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A sonnet is a form of poetry which takes its name from the Italian word “sonetto”, which means “little song” or “little sound.” The sonnet was established in Italy in the 14th century as a major form of love poetry, and came to be adopted in Spain, France and England…
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5 alternative uses for pencils

5 alternative uses for pencils

September 7, 2017 ♦
Pencils
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Here at The Pen Company we love pencils, as do many of our customers. However, did you know that a standard, cheap pencil can come in useful for many tasks other than just drawing or writing? Here are five handy tips for solving everyday issues with the humble pencil. Loosen…
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5 tips to keep writers writing

5 tips to keep writers writing

August 17, 2017 ♦
Creative Writing
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To a writer, writing daily or regularly is important, both to keep up a momentum and to keep to any deadlines that have been set. However, regular writing sessions can be easily challenged by the dreaded writer’s block – the inability to produce new work or a severe slowing of…
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