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In this episode, Lisa Marie of Pourly Controlled shares her journey from a stationery enthusiast to a blank maker. She discusses her love for pens, inks, and the creative process behind her unique blanks. Lisa reflects on the supportive community within the stationery world and her aspirations for the future, including attending pen shows and possibly creating her own pens.

Show Links
https://www.pourlycontrolled.com
https://www.instagram.com/pourlycontrolled/
https://www.logstotreasures.com (Zodiac Pen Company)

Takeaways
Lisa Marie’s passion for stationery began in childhood.
She transitioned from using pens to creating her own blanks.
The name ‘Pourly Controlled’ was a playful creation with her husband.
Lisa emphasizes the importance of community in the stationery world.
She draws inspiration from childhood memories and nature for her blanks.
Lisa’s perfectionism sometimes leads to discarding her own work.
She aims to create unique and innovative pen blanks.
The emotional connection to her creations is significant for Lisa.
Lisa plans to attend more pen shows to connect with the community.
She aspires to eventually create her own pens from her blanks.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Poorly Controlled
07:00 The Journey into Stationery and Pen Making
13:34 The Name Behind Poorly Controlled
17:19 Future Aspirations in Pen Making
21:50 Creative Inspirations and Naming Blanks
24:05 The Journey of Finding the Right Pen
27:35 Signature Style in Resin Blanks
30:40 The Emotional Connection to Blanks
34:49 The Art of Experimentation and Happy Accidents
38:00 Future Aspirations for Poorly Controlled

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In this episode, Derek Deweese interviews Ana from The Well-Appointed Desk, exploring her journey in the stationery world, her passion for fountain pens, inks, and papers, and the evolution of her blog into a thriving business. They discuss the importance of pen shows, the impact of tariffs on stationery products, and the vibrant community surrounding stationery enthusiasts. Ana shares insights into her ink collection, favorite stationery items, and the creative projects she undertakes, including her Patreon community and podcast.Show Linkshttps://www.wellappointeddesk.comhttps://www.wellappointeddesk.com/pen-show-schedule/https://www.wellappointeddesk.com/2014/06/epic-refill-guide-rollerball-gel-and-ballpoints/https://wellappointeddesk.bigcartel.com/https://www.patreon.com/c/wellappointeddeskhttps://www.wellappointeddesk.com/?s=ink+destashhttps://youtu.be/R4NG5XDcCXQ?si=W8YnWji6ybekm_nKTakeawaysAna has a passion for fountain pens and stationery.She has streamlined her ink collection from 600 to 100 bottles.The Well-Appointed Desk started as a Tumblr blog.Ana’s favorite paper is B6 Stalogy.She emphasizes the importance of supporting Tomoe River paper.Ana’s Col-O-Ring project has become a staple in the stationery community.Pen shows are crucial for networking and product launches.The Patreon community offers exclusive content and a book club.Ana’s podcast discusses new releases and stationery trends.Future plans include expanding product offerings despite tariff challenges.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ana and The Well-Appointed Desk02:53 Ink and Pen Preferences05:58 The Journey of Ink Collection09:06 Exploring Ink Archiving and Art12:01 The Importance of Paper14:53 Stationery Adjacent Items17:49 The Birth of The Well-Appointed Desk21:01 The Col-O-Ring Revolution23:53 The Evolution of Ink Swatching27:07 The Col-O-Dex and Its Creation32:46 The Birth of Rolodex Cards36:28 The Evolution of Product Offerings41:10 Curating a Unique Product Line47:39 The Role of Pen Shows in Business55:34 Comparing Pen Shows and Stationery Events01:03:30 Engaging the Community through Patreon01:08:31 Future Plans for Well-Appointed Desk

Welcome back to dwrdnet, fellow pen enthusiasts! Today we’re diving deep into the stunning Leonardo Momento Zero Blue Sorrento with Silver Trim – a fountain pen that perfectly captures the essence of Italian craftsmanship and Mediterranean elegance.

This beautiful writing instrument from Leonardo Officina Italiana features signature acrylic resin construction with vibrant blue and white swirls reminiscent of the Italian coastline, complemented by elegant silver rhodium trim. This pen offers excellent balance for extended writing sessions.

In this detailed review, we’ll explore:
The pen’s unique Blue Sorrento finish and silver accents
Cartridge/converter filling system functionality
Build quality and craftsmanship details
Writing samples and nib flow characteristics
Show size comparison to a Lamy 2000, Kaweco Sport Piston and an Asvine J16

Whether you’re considering adding this Leonardo Momento Zero to your collection or simply curious about what makes Italian fountain pens so special, this comprehensive review covers everything you need to know about the Momento Zero Blue Sorrento.

I purchased this pen from Vanness Pens at https://www.vanness1938.com

The ink that I used to fill the pen can be found here:
https://vanness1938.com/products/esterbrook-coffeemonsterzco-limited-edition-bottled-ink-30ml?_pos=3&_psq=coffeemonster&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Don’t forget that you can save 10% on your Vanness order by using discount code DWRDNET at checkout. Some exclusions apply, so check their website for details.

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