New Pen Model, New Clips, and Site Updates

New Pen Model — the Epic!

Announcing the Epic!

Epic in Illuminated Amber Acrylic (Large)

The Epic is pretty much exactly what I think of when I envision fountain pens, and this model started out as a pen I made just for myself this weekend, and I liked it so much, I decided to make it part of the regular offering. I rarely make pens for myself, and this is the first one in at least a year and a half.

Like its literary namesake, the Epic is big and bold. Long, clean lines create a pen that is strong and grand without being ostentatious. The barrel expands ever so slightly toward the end before making a sharp taper downward. Though similar to the expanding barrel on the Balladeer, the Epic’s barrel is much slimmer, with only a slight swell at the widest point of diameter. This design helps to keep the pen from slipping down in the hand. Check out the Epic page for more images.

New Clips

Classic Clip in Sterling Silver, Bronze, & Brass

Classic Clip in Sterling Silver, Bronze, & Brass

Modern Clip in Sterling Silver, Bronze, & Brass

Modern Clip in Sterling Silver, Bronze, & Brass

The new custom clips in Bronze and Brass are now available in both Classic and Modern styles, joining the Sterling Silver clips for a choice of colors to suit your pen material. These clips are hand cast using the lost wax method and are solid, not plated!  My favorite is the Bronze. I love the patina it develops over time, adding unique character to a pen. These custom clips are available as an upgrade option to the standard clip offerings.  See the new Clips page for details.

Site Updates

As mentioned above, there’s a new page just for Clips. Many customers have asked for a page with pictures of all the clips to choose from, so here it is! I’ve included both front and side angle views.

I’ve also updated the Pen Model Dimensions Chart to reflect the full Scriptorium model lineup to date.

That’s it for now. I hope to have a really cool announcement for you in a couple of weeks! 🙂

The Exemplar – A New Model!

Exemplar in Illuminated Amber AcrylicThe Exemplar joins the pen model lineup this week at the Scriptorium. Featuring a slightly curved barrel and gently rounded finials, the Exemplar presents a subtle, elegant profile that is comfortable to hold. It balances well, either posted or unposted. As with all other Scriptorium models, it can be customized in a variety of ways to suit your personality. 🙂

Also in the News:  More Clips!

Custom clips in cast Brass and Bronze will be joining the already available Sterling Silver Custom Clip selection. They should be available in a week or two!

 

Custom Clips in Sterling Silver!

Scriptorium Pens now has its own custom clips! I’m super excited to introduce these two new clip designs, cast in Sterling Silver using the lost wax method. Available in both a classic and a modern style, these will be offered as an upgrade to the standard clips on any pen. The Modern clip has a smooth, clean look, while the Classic version has a more traditional, vintage appearance. Both clips feature a calligraphic Scriptorium “S” on a heraldic shield as a decorative emblem. Each will add a distinctive touch to any pen.

New Model — The Literati Desk Pen

Here’s a new pen model that has been long in the works and requested by many customers. The Literati is a desk pen that features a long, elegant, slightly curved barrel that tapers to a smooth-cornered, flat end. It is available in both a 6 1/2″ and 7 1/2″ version, depending on customer preference & material availability, and can be made in my usual range of diameter sizes.  Each Literati will include a matching pen rest. The length is comparable to that of most dip pens used for calligraphy.

Naming this model was a challenge, but thanks to another pen making buddy it now has the perfect name!  And not only can you write with it, but you can also wave it around in the air and pretend you are Hermione Grainger saying, “It’s levi-oh-sa, not levi-oh-saaa! 🙂

New Model — The Troubadour

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I’m excited to announce the Scriptorium’s newest addition to its model lineup — The Troubadour! I’ve always loved vintage pen designs, and many of my models display that influence.

The new Troubadour reflects the classic streamlined torpedo shape of the vintage Sheaffer Oversize Balance of the 1930′s. It features a smooth, straight barrel with an end taper leading to a slightly blunted point.  Exuberant and aerodynamic, the Troubadour is reminiscent of a bygone era in fountain pen history.

Troubadour in Springtime Forest alumilite

Troubadour in Springtime Forest alumilite (Click for more images)

The model pictured here is a Medium sized Troubadour, with a barrel diameter of .54″. It is 5.9″ capped, 5.15″ uncapped, and 6.65″ posted. It’s also available in Small, Large, and Oversized. I hope you like it!

More News

Scriptorium Pens has been busy behind the scenes with lots of design work and prototyping on new models, including desk pens and pens featuring a “no-roll” flat area. Also in the works — custom clips! I’m super excited about these, and will reveal more information later. 🙂  Other plans are in the works which will increase the quantity and quality of output, including upgrades to a better working space and the addition of a metal lathe and other equipment.  Scriptorium Pens is growing, and that means working inside the house is no longer practical. While it might be fun to look out the sliding glass door all day at the beautiful back yard, the new metal lathe will need a shop of its own. My family is assisting me in the renovation/remodeling of my father’s old workshop out back, and we hope to be able to move into it soon. 🙂  As you can see, SP is bustling with activity right now.  Thank you for helping to make it that way!

Social Media – Instagram, Twitter, and Flickr

In case some of you didn’t know, Scriptorium Pens is active on Twitter, Instagram, and Flickr. With Twitter and Instagram, I post news items, pictures of works in progress, behind -the-scenes shots, and various other shop-related things. On Flickr, I post large resolution pictures of all my custom pens for a really close-up view. Check out the links below and start following to keep up with the latest happenings at the Scriptorium!

Twitter

 

Twitter: @ScriptoriumPens 

 

Instagram

 

Instagram: Scriptorium_Pens

 

Flickr

 

Flickr: Renée’s Pen Gallery

Celebrating the Balladeer’s 1st Anniversary with 10% off!

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Balladeer in Jurassic Amber Acrylic

One year ago I designed a pen for myself with the goal of making a pen that would be wide enough to grip easily and to hold in the hand with little pressure. I named it the Balladeer, and it became the best-selling model for Scriptorium Pens. Several customers have referred to it as my “signature” pen.

To celebrate this milestone, Scriptorium Pens is offering 10% off on any Balladeer ordered in the next two weeks — any size, any material! Take a look at the Balladeer’s product page to see some of the creative choices other customers have used for their Balladeer, and have one custom-made for yourself. 🙂  Sale ends Friday, May 9th.

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Ghost Koi Alumilite

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Cumberland Ebonite

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Teal Tempest Acrylic

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Mineral Sea Alumilite

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Copper Ore Alumilite

New Material in time for our Spring Green 5% off Sale!

Scriptorium Pens recently commissioned some new pen blanks from designer Jonathon Brooks! It’s a lovely alumilite with woodgrain-like swirls of silvery taupes, browns, and pale spring greens in our Forest Wood blank series. We’re calling it Springtime Forest. Perfect material for our Spring Green 5% off sale of any pen made with green in the blank!  Sale runs through midnight, March 20th.

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Spring Green Sale — 5% Off!

Spring offers a time of rebirth, renewal, and hope as nature begins the process of warming up and sending out pale new green buds, and the landscape becomes clothed in endless shades of green.

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To celebrate the arrival of Spring, Scriptorium Pens is having a Spring Green Sale:  5% off on any custom pen with the color green included as part of the material. It doesn’t have to have a lot of green to qualify — just a spot of green anywhere in the pen blank will do. So, if you love the color green, or are just happy that the arrival of Spring is close at hand, create your own Spring Green pen and save!

Sale ends on the 1st day of Spring, Midnight, March 20th, 2014. 

Big Sale — 10% off between Thursday, January 16 & Friday, January 31!

It’s time for a sale at the Scriptorium! From Thursday, January 16 through Friday, January 31, get 10% off the regular price on every order.  Take advantage of this offer to start the year with a new custom pen for yourself or someone special. Offer ends at midnight on January 31, 2014.