The thought occurred to me recently that I have become something of a paper snob. This may or may not be the case, but one thing is for sure: I have high standards. I also have what I would consider a heightened tactile sensitivity and a lower tolerance for discomfort. Basically, I will not hesitate … Continue reading What am I talking about when I talk about paper?
Tag: stationery
Karas Pen Co. Modal Review
One if the first pens I ever reviewed on this blog (and in fact the first pen I spent real money on) was the Karas Pen Co. Render K back in 2017. That pen was swiftly followed by the Fountain K, and over the years my Karas collection has only increased. Just as my collection has grown, so too has their catalog. So when I saw their latest creation at the California Pen Show I scooped one up, hesitating only long enough to decide on the color. Time to take a look at the Karas Pen Co. Modal.
Quick Look – Ajoto N2 Pocket Paper Notebook
Ajoto is a boutique stationery shop, perhaps best known for their twist-action rollerball pen. Recently they ran a successful Kickstarter campaign for a series of notebooks and accessories. Well, I backed it and now I have another notebook. Let's take a quick look and go through some basic paper tests.
Best-Laid Plans – 2024 Planner Review
I started ‘23 with the best intentions. The A5 Hobonichi Cousin was simply too much planner for me. While there are some aspects of the Cousin that I enjoyed (daily check-off page, prompt & lists in the back), ultimately I just don’t keep track of my time as much as the Cousin would prefer me … Continue reading Best-Laid Plans – 2024 Planner Review
The Poor Penman 