Good morning readers.

I spent a little time yesterday reading about writing and writers. Afterward I dug around in my stationery box looking to see what I had left in there and concluded that a trip to the stationary store and the post office for stamps was in order. I also pulled out the pen box and dusted off an old favorite fountain pen, checked my ink supply and also decided that I needed some new colors of ink so I put ink on my stationary store list too.

My list so far…stamps…check…paper…check…ink….check…new fountain pen…double check! My best friend Holly is purchasing me a new pen for a combo graduation/Christmas present and I am really stoked about it. I’ve had my eye on a Namiki Falcon for some time now but could never justify getting another pen. Let’s just say that I have “several” in my clollection.

If you’re interested in getting a fine writing instrument then there is no better choice than a good fountain pen. Here’s some good information about care and selection of fountain pens from the DIY Planner site.

Once I get my supplies I’ll need something to put them in for easy access and storage. Alexandra Stoddard writes in her book Gift of A Letter that you should always carry a pen, a few note cards, envelopes and stamps with you so that you can write while you are waiting in the Dr’s office, on the bus, in a cab or anywhere else that you may be waiting or have a little down time. 

I’m thinking about making a leather wallet to hold my supplies in. There are some interesting examples of leather stationery wallets online.  Most of them are zippered folios. I’m thinking more along the lines of something folded. Perhaps based off of my Chameleons. Once I figure out the design I’ll share it with you in case anyone would like to make one of their own.

I hope everyone has a wonderful day.