Thread by @monaeltahawy

I have cleaned three fountain pens and refilled them with ink in preparation for a new writing project.

Cleaning and refilling pens, getting my fingers stained with ink, testing out the new colours: acts of meditation.

I am relatively new to the world of fountain pens and inks. For those asking:

Pens: Lamy Safari is a favourite because it is not so expensive - around $20 depending on where you shop. Pens can be super expensive.

Inks: Diamine which have an extensive range of colours and Herbin

I love vivid, saturated colours for my inks. I usually use shades of blue, purple and green. Like my eyeliner!

The world of pens & ink can be super $$$, exclusive and snobbish. I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to be any of those things to enjoy fountain pens 💜✊🏽❤️

And if your new and curious, there are so many wonderful people who often share their pen & ink stories who I’m sure are glad to share recommendations.

I’m seeing suggestions already in the replies 🥰🥰

And for those asking about notebooks:

A good range is Maruman, especially Mnemosyne.