notes – cspierdowis' Product Review Blog https://cspierdowis.com Fri, 04 Nov 2016 04:18:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9 83694181 Time to be fancy. – GC Quill Writing Calligraphy Pen Set Writing Case 100% Handcrafted. https://cspierdowis.com/time-to-be-fancy-gc-quill-writing-calligraphy-pen-set-writing-case-100-handcrafted/ https://cspierdowis.com/time-to-be-fancy-gc-quill-writing-calligraphy-pen-set-writing-case-100-handcrafted/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2016 02:12:56 +0000 https://cspierdowis.com/?p=5935 calligraphy-set-1

Calligraphy is such a beautiful art form. There is something so elegant about a piece written in calligraphy. Some people have such an amazing talent for it. From scriptures to gift tags, it is always so beautiful to look at. I am so excited about this set. I had a simple one, years ago when I was very young. This set is absolutely perfect for anyone getting into calligraphy. It has everything needed to get started. In this set you get: 5 different inks to choose from, 1 ink bottle stand with ink holder, 6 nibs (writing tips), and 1 calligraphy pen. Since this set was hand crafted, and made alongside the companies that make professional pens, you can rest assured this pen will work the way it should.  You just need to provide paper, and an eagerness to learn. After a quick search online, I found so many free templates to begin your calligraphy lessons with. So, you do not have to wing it, no worries. The pen is well balanced, and the different tips are nice and smooth to work with. If you are new, like me, to this, make sure you are in an area, where no one will knock your bottle of ink over. I knocked my well over, lol. It’s a new experience to get used too.

The ink included is pretty nice to deal with as well. It does not have a pungent odor to it all. I have asthma and allergies, and it doesn’t bother me one bit. No animal products were used in these inks. They are “non-toxic soluble dyes and pigments suspended in acrylic shellac”. This tips are supposed to last awhile. They are made out of stainless steel and are “tipped with iridium alloy”, to keep rolling smoothly for years. The handcrafted pen is so pretty, and made out of a pretty Birch wood. I am new to this set, but I am believing the hype. It is easy to hold and use. It’s a fun experience. This pen is nicer than the one I had many years ago, and that does make a difference. I love having the different heads to really be able to try the different styles with, as well as the different ink colors. It’s the perfect beginners’ for me, and I think it would make a great gift.

I received this for free. I was in no way obligated to leave my unbiased and honest review. – GC Quill Writing Calligraphy Pen Set Writing Case 100% Handcrafted – 5 Bottle Ink – Best Calligraphy DIp Pen For Kids and Beginners – 100% Quality Guarantee

If you would like to purchase this product, it can be found here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KZ8KFOC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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The professional way. – Sohosparks’ Leather Journal, Lined, Extra Refill, Writer’s Notebook. https://cspierdowis.com/the-professional-way-sohosparks-leather-journal-lined-extra-refill-writers-notebook/ https://cspierdowis.com/the-professional-way-sohosparks-leather-journal-lined-extra-refill-writers-notebook/#respond Mon, 05 Sep 2016 18:16:20 +0000 https://cspierdowis.com/?p=5381 semper explorans journal set 1

My older son loves to keep a journal in his truck for work, and plans. He loves using journals like this. He may be young, but he has old fashioned tastes. He much rather use a notebook like this over regular, disposable ones. It definitely has a more professional appeal and look to it. It makes you stand out a bit in the crowd, as well. This journal has lined pages in it, and a red ribbon as a page keeper. Even the refill notebook has a red ribbon page keeper. I think that is a really nice touch. It definitely beats a book mark, which can fall out, or bending the page over, which starts to be an issue after numerous pages have been marked in this way.

The Journal is indeed 8.5” long and 6 inches wide. It is almost an inch thick too. Which, is a very convenient size to carry. It is so easy to change out the internal notebook. The front and back cover just slide into coordinating pockets, that’s it. No skill required. I really like the embossed design on the Journal. The back is plain, and the front has a Latin saying,” Semper Explorans”. Meaning, always exploring. Then, they top it off with the compass design. It was nicely done. My journal arrived in perfect condition. It had no odor to it. The notebooks were in solid shape. I am loving the fact that they included the refill. It really is handy to have. No worries about ordering any, any time soon. They state the size of the refill is A5. The books have 120 pages in each one. The book has a leather look, but is made out of pleather. All of the stitching on the book was well done. There is no odor to it whatsoever. It should definitely last awhile. They did a great job with this product. My husband actually claimed this set for his work. Overall, this is a well-made professional product. It would definitely make for a great gift.

I received this, at a discount, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review. – Leather Journal, Lined, Extra Refill, Writer’s Notebook, Personal Diary, Planner, Organizer, Flat, Compass, Embossed, Writing Notes, Men, Women, Softcover, Ideas, 6 x 8.5, A5, Medium, Brown

If you would like to purchase this product, it can be found here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H7E3WTC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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The perfect sticky pad! – Boschi’s MG Super Sticky Notes, 3 in X 3 in. https://cspierdowis.com/the-perfect-sticky-pad-boschis-mg-super-sticky-notes-3-in-x-3-in/ https://cspierdowis.com/the-perfect-sticky-pad-boschis-mg-super-sticky-notes-3-in-x-3-in/#respond Wed, 30 Mar 2016 05:07:34 +0000 https://cspierdowis.com/?p=3249

Yea, it’s office supply time, lol. Well, no one says yea, but supplies are always needed. We all go for sticky notes too. They are one of those indispensable needs. My kids have used them as well as us adults. People do crafting with them, leave love notes with them, and so much more. They don’t just have to be for work. They are definitely a great way to leave reminders for yourself, that’s for sure. I don’t recommend covering up someone’s car with them though, lol.  This set of sticky notes from the Boschi store on Amazon, are a set of 10 pads. They are the yellow color we are all used to seeing. They all arrive individually packaged inside of the box. Haha, you could sell them to your employees then. Or, you could be nice and share. These are 100 count pads and measure out at 3” x 3” by my ruler. So, they will fit into those sticky pad holders. They are very sticky. I played around with them. Stuck them on my forehead, my eyebrows, lol. My 8 year old got a big laugh out of my shenanigans. I had no trouble taking them up and replacing them down. The stickiness factor is there. You can write well on them too. Just like any other sticky notes that I have used. This is a great way to stock up too. I hate running out. It’s one of those things we use, but I always forget to put on the list to buy.

I was afforded the opportunity to review Boschi’s MG Super Sticky Notes, 3 in X 3 in Convenience Stickers, 10 pack, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review. This product arrives packaged, as shown.

If you would like to purchase this product, they can be found here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Super-Sticky-Notes-Convenience-Stickers/dp/B01A0R5KAC?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

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