Straight Pens

If you are new to calligraphy, then you may find yourself wondering which straight dip pen you should buy. In this post, we’ll examine a few different models, and you can decide which pen is best for you. The post also includes a video over how to insert nibs into a universal hol

There are many different types of calligraphy out there nowadays, especially now that this style of art is making its way back into modern life. People use it in a variety of ways and for a variety of occasions, from hand lettered wedding invitations, mirror seating charts, and custom cards to logo design, chalk menus and even tattoos! It's a wonderful way to add a personal touch and to impress a correspondence.

A post on different nib holder types, gives an overview and recommendations for beginners.

As a left handed calligrapher, it took some time before I finally found my "sweet spot" in regards to pen holder and paper angle. In addition to writing with a proper posture, finding the holder and paper angle that’s right for you can dramatically affect your penmanship. After w

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Enjoy hand blown glass pens in the tradition of 16th century Venice. Each pen is expertly made and is an individual work of art. The fine glass pens feature a frosted glass handle and tips that are delicately twisted in a light spiral to hold the maximum amount of ink. Each pen measures 5.5 inches long. Glass pens are a romantic and beautiful writing instrument that will enhance your writing experience. They have a nice flow and are the only instrument that truly gives you an honest and direct experience with your ink. That is why glass pens are ideal for testing new ink colors. They write elegantly yet easily rinse clean with water, so you can quickly switch between different inks colors without having to refill a fountain pen. As long as you have a bottle of ink handy, these pens are ready to capture your thoughts anytime. When dipped, a glass pen can write multiple sentences before needing to be re-dipped. How to use your glass pen: 1. Dip the pen slightly in an ink bottle. Tip should be only partially submerged to avoid ink blots. 2. Glide tip against bottle opening to drain excess ink. When ink no longer drips down from the nib it is ready to write with. 3. Use your glass pen to write notes, letters, wedding invitations, etc. (you may want to practice a bit first to get a feel for your pen). Re-dip in ink as necessary.

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