People ask why I have so many pens.

People ask why I have so many pens. Honestly, I don’t have a good answer. It’s a hobby, I just like them. Follow if that explanation works for you too. #penlover #fountainpen #stationery #stationeryaddict
Hobonichi Weeks Setup Ideas for a Fresh Start: A Step-by-Step First Month You Can Copy

If the urge to start fresh with your Hobonichi Weeks feels overwhelming or you secretly love the idea of a blank planner but freeze as soon as you see the first page—welcome. As a fellow paper planning enthusiast, I know how much potential (and sometimes anxiety) a new planner holds, especially one as beloved as […]
Do you have a go-to pen brand or tip size?

Do you have a go-to pen brand or tip size? I usually rotate through a few favorites depending on the day. How about you, do you stick with one favorite kind of pen or test multiple? Follow if you live for discovering new pens. #penlover #fountainpen #stationery #stationeryaddict
Hobonichi Weeks Layout Inspiration: Where to Put To-Dos, Appointments, and Notes (So You Can Find Them)

If you’ve ever found yourself flipping through your Hobonichi Weeks searching for a stray to-do, a half-remembered appointment, or that quote you scribbled at midnight, you are not alone. We love the creative possibilities and compact beauty of the Hobonichi Weeks, but let’s be honest: with daily busyness and a flood of ideas, a system […]
Pens everywhere, but organized enough to grab the right one when needed.

Pens everywhere, but organized enough to grab the right one when needed. My favorites always have backups, and my collection keeps growing. It’s a mix of function and habit. Follow if you’re a fellow pen collector. #penlover #fountainpen #stationery #stationeryaddict
31 Simple Drawing Ideas to Spark Your Daily Creativity (Even in a Tiny Planner Square!)

If you’ve ever stared at a blank planner margin or a notebook page with the intention of adding a little drawing, only to end up doodling the same heart or star again—you’re not alone. Finding fresh, inspiring, simple drawing ideas is one of the trickiest parts of starting (and sticking with) a drawing habit. Whether […]
Hobonichi Weeks Layout Ideas for Busy People: 9 Layouts That Don’t Require Daily Decorating

If you love your Hobonichi Weeks but simply don’t have time (or patience) for elaborate daily spreads, you’re not alone. At Dark Moon Paper, we’re passionate about planners, yet, most of us juggle busy schedules that leave little energy for perfecting artistic layouts every night. That’s why we believe the magic of a great Hobonichi […]
When you find a pen that writes well, do you buy backups?

When you find a pen that writes well, do you buy backups? I always grab at least two or three just in case. It feels necessary. Follow if running out of a favorite pen is not an option. #penlover #fountainpen #stationery #stationeryaddict #creatorsearchinsights
Pens That Don’t Bleed Through Hobonichi: What to Use When Tomoe River Paper Is Being Fussy

If you’re a Hobonichi devotee, you already know the sweet paradox that is Tomoe River paper: it’s dreamy for layered stickers and color-bright journaling, yet it demands high standards from your pens. Even among planner aficionados, few moments sting as much as lifting a page to see ink bled straight through your carefully set-up spread. […]
How many pens do you realistically use at a time?

How many pens do you realistically use at a time? I usually rotate five to ten favorites. The rest stay in storage until needed. Follow if you like keeping track of your collection. #penlover #fountainpen #stationery #stationeryaddict #creatorsearchinsights