From Pen to Paper: What to Expect in Our Calligraphy Workshops
From Pen to Paper: What to Expect in Our Calligraphy Workshops

Introduction  I started running creative workshops because I’ve always loved the experience of sitting down to make something with my...

My Experience Exhibiting at Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair 2024
My Experience Exhibiting at Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair 2024

Christmas markets are a quintessential part of the festive season, bringing together artisans, makers, and small businesses to showcase their...

Guest Blog – Yoko Ishikawa, owner of Japanese boutique store Norr Kyoto
Guest Blog – Yoko Ishikawa, owner of Japanese boutique store Norr Kyoto

Guest Blog – Yoko Ishikawa, owner of Japanese boutique store Norr Kyoto In May 2023 we travelled to Japan for...

Exploring the Art of Envelope Decoration
Exploring the Art of Envelope Decoration

In a world where emails, text messages, and digital communication dominate, there's something truly special about receiving something handwritten through...

A Guide to the Best Places in Japan for Stationery and Ink
A Guide to the Best Places in Japan for Stationery

Japan is the ultimate haven for stationery enthusiasts, offering a diverse and unique array of pens, notebooks, inks, and other...

Celebrating the art of penmanship on ‘National Handwriting Day’
Celebrating the art of penmanship on ‘National Handwriting Day’

What is National Handwriting Day? It was started in 1977 by the Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association, an organisation that’s based...

8 topics to help you write more letters
8 topics to help you write more letters

Writing a letter is such a thoughtful way to express your feelings, and something that the recipient will cherish so...

8 reasons why using a fountain pen can improve your writing experience
8 reasons why using a fountain pen can improve your writing experience

Most of you may hear the words ‘fountain pen’ and are instantly taken back to memories of school and the...