Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Feb 26th 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Pen CleanersUh-oh! Your tools have seen better days, but fear not! We've got the magic potion to get them sparkling clean again! Dive into our treasure trove of brush, pen, and nib cleaners, each with its own superpower for tackling grime. Hooked on fountain pens? Reach for Speedball’s Pen Cleaner. Prefer wielding a brush? Masters from General Pencil Co. is your trusty sidekick. Keep reading to find the best cleaning solutio… Read more
Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Feb 16th 2023
J. Herbin 1670 inks were named the "the most unique ink for calligraphy" by Calligraphy Masters (@calligraphymasters) in 2019, and we certainly agree. These highly saturated colors shimmer with a gold sheen on less porous papers, creating a truly spectacular multicolor halo fading effect. 1670 is compatible with pointed pens and broad edge nibs, but these inks were specifically designed for use in fountain pens. We're here to give you tips and ad… Read more
Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Jan 31st 2023
Marilyn Reaves is an educator, artist, and calligrapher of many talents. She has taught classes on lettering and design, drawing, watercolor, and more throughout the United States and Canada. Reaves received an MFA in Visual Design from the University of Oregon, where she teaches classes and works amongst rare books and manuscripts in the university library's Special Collections. Eliza Schulte Holliday is a free-lance calligrapher and letterist w… Read more
Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Jan 31st 2023
Have you tried Amsterdam acrylic ink yet? This highly pigmented ink is extremely light-fast, waterproof when dry, and comes in a truly unique line of colors. Amsterdam can also be used for a wide varieties of creative techniques, including dip pen calligraphy, paint pouring, and fountain pens. We're delighted to showcase the many uses for this gorgeous, multi-faceted ink.This tiny color chart from @crazyartgirl27 showcases Amsterdam acrylic… Read more