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Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Jan 26th 2023

Pearl Ex by Jacquard are safe, inert powdered pigments that can be used for a multitude of arts and crafts projects. Pearl Ex can be mixed into any viscous medium for a metallic/pearlescent effect, including oils, acrylics, gouache, wax, polymer clay, watercolors, and so much more. These pigments are colorfast, temperature resistant, weather resistant and non-tarnishing, and can be applied glass, metal, wood, fabric, paper, any other surface… Read more

Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Jan 24th 2023

The Zebra G is manufactured by Zebra Pen Corporation, a manufacturer of writing instruments whose trademark was adopted in 1914 by Mr. Ishikawa. The story of how Zebra acquired their name is a unique one: Ishikawa wanted a name that was both memorable and easily understood internationally, so he flipped through an English/Japanese dictionary from the back, and stopped at the word "zebra." After researching the animal, Ishikawa was please wit… Read more

Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Jan 19th 2023

Hi everyone, this is @openinkstand! Throughout this post, I will be showcasing 6 pointed pen nibs, all of which are available from @paperandinkarts. First, a little introduction. My name is Schin and I live in Las Vegas. I am a graphic designer and illustrator, and I try to incorporate an artistic and playful side to my calligraphy and lettering style. I maintain a Youtube Channel, a Blog, and last year I published a book on picto… Read more

Posted by Sarah @ PIA on Jan 18th 2023

Suzanne Cunningham (@suzcunningham) is a calligrapher based in Florence, Alabama with twenty-six years of experience under her belt. She is a member of Calligraphy Masters (@calligraphymasters) and has inspired calligraphy enthusiasts on Instagram with her elegant scripts and graceful flourishes for years. Suzanne teaches workshops throughout the United States, and has even visited the Paper & Ink Arts classroom here in Nashville, Tennessee o… Read more