Archive for June, 2009
Review: NEW Rhodia Webnotebook
Stephanie @ the Spiritual Evolution of the Bean, with her thoughts on the new Web Notebook, especially how it works with different inks and nibs:
“13 different fountain pen inks (3 different manufacturers – Herbin, Noodler’s and Diamine) tested in 13 different fountain pens ranging in extra fine to medium nibs plus two cursive italics in .5 and .7 nib widths. This paper is super smooth with every single pen/ink combination tested, and I experienced no feathering, spreading, (meaning that each nib wrote at it’s actual size) and no bleed-through to the other side. ..”
There are concerns, and she notes among others:
“…the signatures are sewn a little tight, (like most Clairefontaine products) and it prevents the book from opening completely flat – like the Moleskine. In my opinion…it’s flat enough – but I wish they would consider improving the tension…”
In the end, this nice compliment. Rest assured our R&D people are listening/reading.
“…while this product may not be all things to all people, I’m going to say that it’s immediately moving to the top of my list as the #1 plain black journal for “preferred writers.”
Welcome Aubrey! New Rhodia User
Doting grandma Kass Sperley shares a photo of her precious Aubrey who is turning 2 soon:
“My Grand-daughter is starting young with her fascinationwith paper. Give her a piece of paper and she can be happy for hours with it. This particular image shows her with her favorite paper….”
The Office Supply Geek reviews J. Herbin
The Office Supply Geek recently got complimentary samples from J. Herbin and shares his impressions.
The first writing sample above was done using the J. Herbin Vert Empire fountain pen ink in a Rhodia notebook with a cream color paper. The ink preforms really nicely on this paper writing very smoothly with little to no feathering and keeping a clean line. I should also note that the writing sample was done with my Pelikan M215 fountain pen with a fine nib. I think that the contrast of the green against the cream color paper here looks great, and is pretty easy on the eyes, creating a somewhat subdued look. The combination of this ink with a fine nib, and the Rhodia worked out well when it comes to the drying time. Within 2-3 seconds, the ink appears to be dry to the touch. The ink does show a very slight bit of bleed on the other side of the page, but I would say it is on par with other inks (outside of any black ink) that I have tested on the same paper.
Project help
A reader, J.P. recently wrote for suggestions on a family project:
“I have recently been charged (primarily because of my education in literature and creative writing) with the task of scribing my great-grandfather’s biography, which includes both World Wars and a Medal of Honor, to keep as a family heirloom.
To this end, I would like to ask your opinion as to which pens, inks, and paper would be most ideally suited for this task. I should also mention that my own personal script is quite unique and legible, but somewhat small.
Also, I’ve been inspired to begin writing some of my own memoirs, stories, & letters to keep and share for many, many years. However, I feel the need for a more inspiring medium than the dull life of a notebook and ballpoint. I would like a pen, ink, and paper that could be used as often as everyday, resist fading, and that would also provide a distinguished style and flair.”
(Image: Tim Holtz)
Coming soon: The Rhodia Drive Summer Giveways
Yes! We will be giving away samples of “The Orange One” (and its black version, of course) very soon so hang in there for the official announcement this week. Contest starts on Monday.
Samples include the new web notebooks.
