Letter Writing Social featuring fountain pens
I cannot tell you how excited I am that Madison + PAGE is coming to my next letter writing social featuring fountain pens. Shelley, the owner of this delightful little shop in Calgary, is arriving with fountain pens in hand for all to try.
If you haven’t been out before, it is a fun night that involves a glass of your favorite beverage, typewriters, stationery, vintage stamps and more. Bring a friend or meet one there. This month it’s going to be tough deciding whether to write a letter with the typewriter or a fountain pen.
ink and nibs
Having never used a fountain pen before, Shelley was the expert I needed to help introduce me to the world of nibs and ink. For a newbie like myself she recommended converting gradually. In other words, try out a fountain pen that has a nib but ink cartridge (vs ink in the bottle). Without a doubt I knew this was the option for me.
Door prize and discounts
This Fall I am hosting Letter Writing Socials at two different cafés in Calgary and from time to time I hope to have others like Madison + PAGE join me. If you are local (I wish you all were close enough to attend), mark your calendars for this Thursday, October 20th, 6-8 pm.
You won’t want to miss it. There is going to be a door prize generously provided by Shelley and discounts off her shop.
My first ink pens where fountain pens. I remember being given Esterbrook fountain pens for Christmas Gifts as a young teen. Sadly, I didn’t save any of them. Ink became difficult to find and ball point pens were “in”. But, through the years, I have encountered gentlemen who still use fountain pens and I’m always a bit wistful.
I would be wistful too Elaine, although I think I am much ‘safer’ with cartridge version of fountain pens…I tend to be a wee bit messy. I look forward to trying the ‘real -deal’ out this week though. Happy writing!
Sounds like a good evening. I think I’m missing something – is there information about location/cost/etc. ?
Ah – just found the information I needed under the “Letter Writing Socials” tab 🙂
Hi there Dianne, so glad you found the info about location/costs.Should you be able to pop in to the Good Earth prior to the 20th, you can take advantage of early bird price of $8. Just let them know behind the counter and they will be happy to register you. I hope you are able to come out and join the fun.