You may wonder: What’s the difference between a ballpoint, a rollerball and a fountain pen? What are the advantages or disadvantages of each? In this article I’ll compare the different ink pens and help clear it all up for you. Ballpoint Pens These are the pens you’re most familiar with and have used a thousand […]
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In celebration of launching my website, I’m giving away an original custom ballpoint ink pen. In order to have a chance to win, just sign up for my newsletter on or before August 6, 2022. This custom ballpoint ink pen was made with local Black Cherry burl and smoky swirled epoxy resin. Once hardened, the
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I usually start with a bit of curly, figured, exotic, or burl wood. I have collected an inventory of woods imported from all over the world, but have also used wood from a tree that came down in my own backyard. I like to use woods that have a story with them, such as wood
This is my story about how I became a Pensmith. In 2020, during the pandemic, I spent more time in my woodshop and ended up purchasing a lathe as a new hobby. After turning some boards and making some spoon handles, I began looking for something more practical to make as gifts for friends and
