Notebook Addict of the Week: Thriftygal

This week’s addict sent me a link to the photo below. She can’t be all that thrifty if she buys all these notebooks, can she?! But I’m all for prioritizing one’s budgeting, and there’s always a line in mine for notebooks! Great collection– I see a Penguin notebook, some Muji notebooks, Archie Grand, a Star … Continue reading Notebook Addict of the Week: Thriftygal

Notebooks All Around: A Look at (Some of) My Collection

Today I thought I’d just share some photos of various parts of my notebook collection and where they are scattered around my apartment: Below is a corner of my office where I was going through boxes of notebooks and had stashed some used ones that needed to be put away. There are a few months … Continue reading Notebooks All Around: A Look at (Some of) My Collection

Review: 2012 Typotheque Pocket Calendar

Quite a while back, I posted a link to a snazzy looking diary by Typotheque. Little did I know that almost two years later, I’d be sent a sample to review!  Seeing this year’s version in person did not disappoint. Here it is: I love the nice clean design, with all its sharp lines and … Continue reading Review: 2012 Typotheque Pocket Calendar

Calepino Notebooks

Here’s a new brand of notebooks that look fantastic! Notebooks : Calepino. Designed and manufactured in France, available in lined, squared and plain. 48 pages, 90g paper, 9 x 14cm. Sold in 3-packs that come in nice little case. Each 3-pack is 9 Euros, but outside the EU you can take 19.6% off since you … Continue reading Calepino Notebooks

Moleskine Monday: Quality Control Responsiveness

Have you ever had to take advantage of Moleskine’s warranty? Here’s someone who tried to but didn’t have a great experience: [In every Moleskine, there] is always a little promo sheet that includes their warranty. Basically, it says if there is “a defect of any kind” (quote from the sheet), just send them a digital … Continue reading Moleskine Monday: Quality Control Responsiveness

Notebook Addict of the Week: Tom Lynch

This week, we have another sketchbook addict. Here’s some of his favorites: And here’s some of the beautiful work he fills them with! Read more at WENT SKETCHING: Studio Workhorse: The 4×6 Strathmore Sketch and WENT SKETCHING: Moleskines on the Road, and definitely follow his blog for lots of great posts on using various art … Continue reading Notebook Addict of the Week: Tom Lynch

Review and Giveaway: Pocket Dept Notebooks

Pocket Dept is a relatively new brand of notebooks. Here’s the description from their website: Pocket Dept is a line of handy notebooks inspired by vintage stationary and designed to suit every pocket. Each Pocket Dept book is made from the finest writing papers and perfect bound for strength and durability. Designed and manufactured with … Continue reading Review and Giveaway: Pocket Dept Notebooks