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The DWRDNET Stationery Feed 0211 WIth Michelle Geffken

On this episode I get to welcome writer Michelle Geffken to talk about her work in the analog space. She is the creator of the paperblogging.com website, and is a big proponent of embracing the analog tools and mindset when it comes to writing and creativity. Be it sketching, typewriters, or fountain pens, Michelle talks about how all of these come into play in her work.

Show Links

https://www.paperblogging.com

https://www.thepapermouse.com

https://juliacameronlive.com/book/the-artists-way-a-spiritual-path-to-higher-creativity/

https://spitalfieldslife.com

https://www.momentumdash.com

https://creativefuel.substack.com

https://www.paperblogging.com/current-giveaway

https://arboretum.harvard.edu

https://arboretum.harvard.edu/arnoldia/

https://www.paperblogging.com/stories/barter-and-banter-a-conversation-about-analog-tools-with-derek-deweese

Thursday Night Stream: My First Benu, The Kaweco Special, 4 New Inks And More

I finally broke down and added a Benu to my collection as well as the brass Kaweco Special. The last of the Iroshizuku inks arrived, and there is a new Taccia as well.

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TGS Mystery Box May 2026 — What Did I Get?

So it is time to open up another of The Gentleman Stationer curated Mystery boxes. These have been a fun way to learn about new products that I have never noticed in the store, and this one did not disappoint. Joe called this the Weird Pens and Weirder inks version, and I think that fits well with what we will see in the box.

Here are links to the things that came in the box

Pens
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/the-curated-shop/cdt-brush-sign-pens
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/the-curated-shop/uni-signo-dx-gel-pens-um-151
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/the-curated-shop/pentel-tradio-plastic-pulaman-fountain-pen
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/the-curated-shop/platinum-preppy-fountain-pen
Pilot Razor Point II
Uni-Ball Air Micro
Pilot G-Tec-C4

Inks
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/curated-inks-and-refills/taccia-fountain-pen-ink-jeans
Black Option
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/curated-inks-and-refills/taccia-ukiyo-e-series-fountain-pen-inks
Natane
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/curated-inks-and-refills/teranishi-guitar-taisho-roman-haikara-fountain-pen-inks
Gentle Green
https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/curated-inks-and-refills/anderillium-ink-cephalopod-series
Colossal Squid Dark
Montblanc Bordeaux

Custom Midori Swatch cards

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The DWRDNET Stationery Feed 0210 With Rich of River City Pen Company

In this Episode, I get to talk to Rich of River City Pen Company. We get to talk about how he got started, how he approaches his various pen models, when he decided to start creating some inks, his show schedule and more.

Show Links

https://www.rivercitypencompany.com

https://www.instagram.com/rivercitypencompany/

https://www.youtube.com/@rivercitypencompany

https://www.youtube.com/@FYC_Toni

https://www.stationeryuniverse.com

https://stationeryuniverse.com

https://www.amarillostationery.com

https://www.hinzepens.com

https://www.turntpenco.com

https://www.luckystarpens.com

Thursday Night Stream: Comparing The Swatches to Fountain Pen Companion

I have a few new inks to swatch, but for the most part, it is time to compare the rolodex to Fountain Pen Companion to get that up to date. I will show off the new Kaweco I got last weekend as well as show some of the new typewriters as well.

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Cincinnati Typewriter Weekend | What I Bought

I took a trip to Cincinnati for The Typewriter Revolution swap meet. This was my first time to Cincinnati, so I was able to try the Skyline Chili, visit the Appointments pen store, and then pick up some already purchased typewriters, as well as ending up finding 3 others that ended up coming home with me for a total of 6. I gave a shot at doing this in a more Vlog style for this weekend, so I hope that this gives a good glimpse of the weekend.

https://www.typewriterrevolution.com
https://www.411pens.com
https://www.paperblogging.com/

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The DWRDNET Stationery Feed 0210 With Rich of River City Pen Company

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The DWRDNET Stationery Feed 0209 With Kirk Speer of Pen Realm

In this episode, Kirk Speer of PenRealm shares his journey into the world of fountain pens, nib grinding, and custom engraving. Kirk talks about opening up his new physical location, and goes through a great overview of how a nib appointment works at a pen show. Discover Kirk’s insights on choosing inks, the art of nib tuning, and building a community around stationery hobbies.

Show Links

https://www.penrealm.com

https://www.instagram.com/penrealm/

https://penrealm.com/search?q=olight&_pos=1&_psq=olight&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Nib Wolf

01:25 The Journey into Fountain Pens

03:39 Ink Choices and Preferences

07:31 Paper and Writing Experience

09:41 Vintage Pens and Ink Safety

11:18 Favorite Stationery Items

12:45 Nib Grinding and Customization

18:58 Transitioning to a Business

20:30 Establishing a Physical Store

20:57 From Garage to Storefront: The Growth of Pen Realm

22:52 Engraving and Customization: Enhancing the Nib Experience

28:25 Navigating the Nib World: Understanding Options and Choices

39:30 Community and Collaboration: The Future of Pen Realm