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Find out all about the mighty pen with this quick guide. Learn proper caligraphy application, how to use a digital pen, magic tricks and even how to defend yourself using only a pen as a weapon.
The quill pen is an historically important writing instrument. Before being replaced by modern pens, it was used by draftsmen and artists to create beautiful calligraphy Read More
A ballpoint pen is a writing instrument that dispenses ink via a metallic sphere at the pen's tip. There are two main types of ballpoint pens: disposable and refillable. Read More
Learn how to fight with a pen or pencil with expert tips and advice on martial arts in this free online video clip on self defense. Read More
A digital pen is an electronic pen device that allows the user to enter handwritten text into a personal computer. The digital pen, or stylus as it is sometimes called, Read More
Many teachers are now turning to chalkboard pens to replace the dusty and unmanageable chalk of the past. Chalkboard pens are simply markers that can be used on Read More
Calligraphy pens are specially designed to write both thick and thin strokes. Learn how to use a pen for italic hand calligraphy in this free calligraphy lesson from a Read More
Quill pens were popular writing instruments prior to the mid-1800s. Goose or turkey quills were often used because they have a thicker shaft than chicken feathers. To Read More
Keep your calligraphy pen at a 20 degree angle. Learn how to hold a pen for Uncial hand calligraphy in this free calligraphy lesson from a calligraphy instructor. Read More
The simple writing pen is a product of many years of innovation. The history of this much-used and much-beloved instrument is colorful and extends back thousands of years. Read More
This craft features a butterfly that appears to hover and flutter over your pen as you write. This activity works well as a party activity or as part of a science class Read More
The ultimate statement in writing utensils is a Tiffany & Co. pen. You show the world you have good taste when you pull one of these items out to take notes at the next Read More
Calligraphy, the ancient art of creating letterforms, can be done with a number of different pens, including fiber-tipped pens, fountain pens and dip pens. While there are Read More
Learn how to do the rubber pen magic trick in this free magic lesson video. Read More
Okay, I confess. I have a longstanding love/hate relationship with my technical pens. While I love the smooth lines, strong nibs, and easy flow of ink, I hate when it Read More
Before the days of disposable Bic pens, people had to make their own writing instruments. Quill pens are made from the flight feathers of large birds--generally goose, swan Read More
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