Scriveiner's Journal

The pens we choose, and why

When you’re shopping for a pen, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed: finishes, nibs, writing modes, and materials. Suddenly, a simple choice feels technical. But in reality, most people don’t choose pens...

10 Essential Creative Writing Exercises for Adults in 2026

Unlock your potential with these 10 creative writing exercises for adults. Refine your craft, overcome writer's block, and elevate your storytelling today.

How New Habits Stick: Scriveiner’s Practical Approach

The idea of starting a new habit on the first day of a new week, a new month, or a new year has been with us long enough to become a meme. It often reads as effort without follow-through, an intent...

Finding the Best Pens for Journaling

Discover the best pens for journaling. Our guide explores nibs, ink, and ergonomics to help you find the perfect pen for a superior writing experience.

A Guide to Luxury Stationery Brands

Discover the hallmarks of luxury stationery brands. This guide explores fine materials, craftsmanship, and how to choose the perfect writing instrument.

Five Laws for a Scriveiner Pen: Why People Choose Scriveiner

There was a time when the humble pen felt either disposable or prohibitively expensive. Mass-produced plastic pens would break or smear, while luxury pens often carried prices that made them almost...

7 Habits That Dull Creativity, and How to Overcome Them

Have you noticed how often people are speaking about creativity these days? Or, more precisely, about the lack of it. We see the signs everywhere: as the world shifts from an innovation-first minds...

The Gift of Intention: Why Personalisation Makes Presents Extraordinary

May we ask you to pause for a moment and return to a memory — the moment when you received, or perhaps offered, one of the most meaningful gifts in your life. Let us put aside the philosophical for...

A Guide to Fountain Pens for Left-Handed Writers

Discover fountain pens left handed options, nibs, inks, and techniques for a smooth, smear-free writing experience.

What Materials Are Used in Scriveiner Pens?

The materials used in a pen determine how it feels in the hand. Weight, balance, smoothness, and overall refinement all come down to the construction beneath the finish. At Scriveiner, we select me...