24 May

From Me To You: Tackling Cancer One Handwritten Letter at a Time

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There are few things in life as valuable as a handwritten letter. Whether you’re sending or receiving, a personal note written in the unique script of a friend or loved one is something to be treasured. Even if your scrawl is more ‘scribble’ than

‘scribe’, taking the time to put pen to paper can be an incredibly meaningful gesture. There’s a good reason so many people hang on to their old love letters. Although email is arguably more efficient, a letter provides so much more than its…

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This entry was posted in Stationery Addicts, Handwriting and tagged handwriting, letters, communication, charity on May 24, 2019 by Gemma Plumbridge.

13 Feb

Ideas for the Diary Nervous

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Yet another January has drawn to a close and as always the tattered remains of many a New Years Resolution lays by the wayside. For those of you whom wanted to start a diary or journal, but struggled with the execution, the time, the challenge of

being insightful (despite the fact the journal is only for you to read and re-read), worry not. We’ve come up with some sure fire ways to help you get stuck in and make journaling a habit that will last a lifetime. Choosing a format There’s a few…

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This entry was posted in Stationery Addicts, Handwriting and tagged writing, diary, journal, hints & tips on February 13, 2018 by Gemma Plumbridge.

20 Oct

Why I Write

Writing is a very personal thing. Whether you write professionally, or as a hobby or just once in a blue moon. Whether you write to find some sanity in a hectic world, to organise, or to communicate with your loved ones. Whether you love or hate your handwriting.

Whether you have a favourite pen, a favourite ink colour, a favourite journal, or a favourite spot to set pen to paper and write. It’s all unique to you. Every October 20th, the National Day of Writing celebrates the joys of writing in…

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This entry was posted in Handwriting, Authors' Corner and tagged handwriting, writing, National Day of Writing, Why I Write on October 20, 2017 by Gemma Plumbridge.

01 Sep

Make Your Snail Mail Beautiful

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Hand written letters are something extraordinary. Picking up your favourite pen, choosing ink and paper, then sitting down to scribe a side (or 5) to someone close to your heart. They brighten your day to receive them and can be a stress reliever to write.

You’re likely to write about things you would never think of, if you were typing or texting. Make your snail mail beautiful by following these fun ideas. STAMPS So you’ve got to add a stamp or your snail mail isn’t going anywhere! But don’t…

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This entry was posted in Stationery Addicts, Handwriting and tagged writing, letters, how to, mail, snail mail, beautiful on September 1, 2017 by Gemma Plumbridge.

09 Aug

Pens for New Writers

The new school year is just around the corner and we’re sure you’re thinking about the important back to school stationery collection, excitedly wondering about new classes and perhaps worrying about your (*cough*… appalling) handwriting. Handwriting

is so important, yet many people struggle. Problems ranging from poor finger placement and incorrect writing angle to serious medical issues can hinder writing ability. Whether you’re picking up your first pen in a while or buying a pen for…

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This entry was posted in Pen Advice & Care, Handwriting, Education and tagged rollerball pens, ballpoint pens, fountain pens, handwriting, writing, pens, mechanical pencil, new writers, grip, top on August 9, 2017 by Gemma Plumbridge.

27 Jul

Jazz Up Your Journal

Summer is officially here and we’re thinking about our holidays and logging them for future reflection. A journal is the perfect way to keep track of everything you’ve done and keep it safe to remember forever. Whether you’re off somewhere hot, staying

at home, or starting a journal for any other reason, you’ll want yours to really stand out. It’ll be easier to scan back through if you’ve made a feature of the pages and probably much more interesting too, but it can be hard to get those…

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This entry was posted in Stationery Addicts, Pen Advice & Care, Handwriting and tagged drawing, organised, writing, creative, colour, stationery, journal, bright on July 27, 2017 by Gemma Plumbridge.

20 Mar

Signatures Exposed - May, Trump, Johnson, Merkel

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Guest Post by Graphologist Martin Hastings Signatures are like the wax seals of yesterday.  They are our ‘brand’ that we put on letters and legal documents.  Signatures are a free personal mark, unbound by a need to be legible. In that sense,

they are highly personal, and symbolic of the public image we present to the world.  It is fascinating to see how a signature differs from the handwriting itself.  Is the writer different in private compared to the image he wants to portray? That…

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This entry was posted in Stationery Addicts, Handwriting on March 20, 2017 by David Cole.

31 Jan

Stay Motivated with the Help of Pen & Paper

As January comes to an end, how many of those resolutions have already been dropped and/ or broken? With the excitement of the new year dwindling as normal practice resumes, Pen Heaven have put their finest nib to paper to offer some failsafe ways to

stay motivated and on-track throughout the coming months.  Organise your time efficiently with a diary Grab a day-to-page diary and manage those busy days by breaking your time down into 1 hour segments. Ensure pressing tasks and emails are sent…

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This entry was posted in Handwriting, Authors' Corner on January 31, 2017 by David Cole.

17 Jan

Pen Behaviour; Chewer, Clicker, Twiddler...?

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Many say you can tell a lot about a person by the pen they carry, but did you know the way we use a pen can reveal subtle clues about our personality? fingers curled under the pen The hands are often accredited for holding the most information about

our lives, so it comes as no surprise that our writing techniques and pen habits can provide insight into our psyche. Ahead of National Handwriting Day (23rd January), Pen Heaven have researched and observed our pen behaviour, revealing what it means…

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This entry was posted in Stationery Addicts, Handwriting on January 17, 2017 by David Cole.

10 Nov

Writing for mindfulness

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We love to celebrate the art of all things handwritten at Pen Heaven and have discovered that there is no better way to reconnect with your inner wisdom than through jotting down your thoughts and journaling. When it comes to stress relief and mental clarity,

writing and mindfulness go hand in hand – both present the opportunity to clear the mind of thoughts and worries. Mindfulness is a very simple form of meditation that has seen a surge of popularity in the past few years. It refers to a state…

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This entry was posted in Handwriting, Education and tagged handwriting, anxiety, mindful writing, writing meditation on November 10, 2016 by David Cole.