Could you write a love letter to a stranger?

Could you write a love letter to a stranger?

December 14, 2016 ♦
Letter Writing
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In October 2010, an American woman called Hannah Brencher started writing love letters to strangers in New York City. Want to know more? I thought you might! It fascinated me, too. How it all started Hannah moved to New York City straight after finishing college, participating in a year-long service…
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Christmas card writing & etiquette tips

Christmas card writing & etiquette tips

December 2, 2016 ♦
Christmas
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We may live in a digital age, but Christmas cards are still very much alive and kicking, and what better way is there to share your festive well wishes with loved ones than in a beautiful handwritten card? Printed and personalised cards from the likes of Moonpig and similar are…
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Gift ideas from The Pen Company

Gift ideas from The Pen Company

November 10, 2016 ♦
Christmas
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Christmas is coming, and while the goose is busy getting fat, the rest of us are stressing about what to buy our loved ones for gifts this year. Perhaps you have a stationery lover to buy for, somebody who likes to be organised, an artist, or maybe you need some…
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The remarkable history of the pencil

The remarkable history of the pencil

November 4, 2016 ♦
Pencils
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The history of the pencil. This probably isn’t an article you’d expect to surprise or excite. However, the history of the beloved and humble pencil is far more complex than most people realise, which actually makes it rather a fascinating tale – encompassing many nations, a war, and some smuggling…
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Why & how to keep a health journal

Why & how to keep a health journal

October 5, 2016 ♦
Diaries & Journals
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If you’re experiencing any kind of illness, a health journal is a great method of tracking symptoms. Even if you’re currently as fit as a fiddle, a health journal is still beneficial as it will provide an excellent comparison for you if you start experiencing changes in your health. I…
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Win ANY 2017 Paperblanks diary!

Win ANY 2017 Paperblanks diary!

September 30, 2016 ♦
Competitions
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Thank you to everyone who entered this competition. It is now closed, and the winners are listed below in the Rafflecopter widget. Here at The Pen Company we understand that a diary is a personal thing, and everyone has different tastes and needs – whether you prefer a classic leather…
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