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                                                                         S202. Escoda Olive Oil Hand & Brush Soap, 100g. Keep your brushes in top condition with Escoda Soap, a gentle cleaner designed to preserve the quality of fine artist brushes. Hand-crafted in Spain using centuri …

Paul Antonio is putting out a call to Copperplate calligraphers of all skill levels. Any inquiries and questions should be sent to thestudio@pascribe.com.  Below is all the information straight from Paul. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Hello Fellow Calligraphers, Paul Antonio here, AKA PAScribe. I need your help with something! As you may be aware, I am working on producing the 2nd edition of my ‘Copper …

The Beginning: In 1856, Diedrich Leonardt formed D. Leonardt & Co in Birmingham, England, known to be the first manufacturing town in the world. With over 3,000 employees, they were know worldwide as one of the go-to companies for nibs.  The Eureka Pen: After their father’s passing, Charles and Alvis Leonardt continued to grow the company, becoming penmakers for the Kings of Europe. The worked with Hezekiah Hewitt, a renowned inventor to create the “Eureka Pen …

Shopping for the calligrapher who has everything can be a daunting task! We have crafted a guide to help you make this gift-giving season a bit easier. Whether your calligrapher wants to try something new, loves beautiful things, or has some splurges on their wish-list that they won’t buy for themselves, this guide has it all!A look into the guide:1. Daylight DuoLamp Table Top LightDouble your light and eliminate shadows with the DuoLamp Table. Whether you’re sewing, crafting, drawing, or painti …

At John Neal Books, we work hard to keep a large selection of tools and materials for bookbinding. We have gathered an array of products to shop for the bookbinder in your life. Whether it is the basics supplies or a new tool, we hope you can find the perfect gift for them! A look into the guide: 1. Bookbinding Awl Designed for punching holes in paper and thin board, this tool is a staple in a bookbinder’s supply kit. This barrel has a thinner design, which helps get the right grip w …