Swatching My Fountain Pen Ink Collection & Telling Their Stories :)

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  • @blessedmessmama
    @blessedmessmama Місяць тому +22

    Since you asked… more fountain pens & inks please! I am currently building my own collection and love seeing all the different colors and pens ☺️💜

    • @aubreygarrison5388
      @aubreygarrison5388 Місяць тому

      Yes! Ditto!

    • @Unlucky1776
      @Unlucky1776 19 днів тому

      When I do get my twsbi eco I'll definitely have to buy some pilot iroshizuku

  • @_Ms.L_
    @_Ms.L_ Місяць тому +9

    Yes to more fountain pen videos. Favorite part of this video was you singing...it was wonderful! I believe everyone should sing and it doesn't matter if it is good, bad, or somewhere in between like most of us, singing brings joy. So if you ever ride in a car with me, you will be expected to sing along! 🙂

  • @tmc4642
    @tmc4642 Місяць тому +11

    100% agree about the Metropolitan. Looks lovely but was disappointing. I tried for ages to love it.

    • @gigiwhizz494
      @gigiwhizz494 Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, same here. The nib was lovely to write with but the pen just felt uncomfortable in my hand.

  • @emilymcnabb13
    @emilymcnabb13 Місяць тому +8

    I still haven’t gone down the fountain pen rabbit hole myself, but you’re making that glass pen look mighty nice 😏
    Maybe I’ll look into getting one of those first so I can try some of these beautiful inks with (hopefully) less mess than a fountain pen

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you!!!! I can definitely see the glass pen as a less intimidating way to start!

  • @Lilly-1337
    @Lilly-1337 Місяць тому +2

    You might be able to revive the dried up ink.
    Ink is basically pigment and water so maybe scraping the pigment from the glass, adding a tiny bit of water at a time and shaking the bottle in between might yield at least a bit of usable ink.

  • @katl8825
    @katl8825 Місяць тому +2

    I got a Pilot Metropolitan as my gateway fountain pen. I liked the experience of the fountain pen, but mine always ran wetter and tended to leak unless I stored the pen fully upright (this is using Pilot's inks, too!). It's an extra-fine as well! Then I got a TWSBI eco as my second fountain pen. I love being able to see my ink color inside, I also enjoy the screw cap and how it can really get bumped around without leaking. But it's definitely much drier, even as a fine.
    I have on-and-off hand and wrist pain, so I love having the choice of the two. I use my Metropolitan at work with plain black or blue-black ink, and I use my TWSBI for myself with fun colors. I've gotten a lot of questions and compliments from coworkers on both pens, and gotten someone else into the world of fountain pens and inks :)
    Anyways...thank you for taking us through your fountain pen and ink journey!

  • @cinnamonjones2961
    @cinnamonjones2961 Місяць тому +5

    Love Fountain Pens and your content and stickers around them! I now know what I was missing from my swatch book…using different paper. Brilliant idea!

  • @elizajournals
    @elizajournals Місяць тому +2

    I absolutely love this video. This is an amazing way to swatch inks and have a story behind them. ❤

  • @claraptj
    @claraptj Місяць тому +2

    I'm just getting into fountain pens myself recently so I'm all for more FP content! ✨✨

  • @Angelique185
    @Angelique185 Місяць тому +4

    I’m in love with this swatch book!! I always feel the need to swatch everything because I can never remember what things look like. Thank you for another amazing video Helen ❤️

  • @SM-JIL
    @SM-JIL 24 дні тому +1

    Love this video , so relaxing for me. I close fountain pens and inks ( planners and inks go hand in hand) but most of all. I love the stories behind your inks, that they have some meaning and memories. ❤

  • @gwenmp29
    @gwenmp29 Місяць тому +1

    I haven't gone down this rabbit hole yet but I love watching you swatch out your inks. My current obsession are pens - colored ink pens. I have a few videos on my channel. :)

  • @eleanorjlh
    @eleanorjlh Місяць тому +4

    Lovely! I like your little circle swatch - so simple but it looks really good!

  • @Journalesq
    @Journalesq Місяць тому +2

    I too did not enjoy the Pilot Metropolitan pen and destashed it within 30 days. LOL

  • @andreacull8239
    @andreacull8239 Місяць тому +1

    yes! Here for all the FP and Ink vids!
    For that Syo-ro, you just need to rehydrate it. Since you can see the line of where it was filled to before the water evaporated, just add distilled water back to that level. Since water is the only thing that evaporated, you can just add it back without changing the ink. I've done this on quite a few vinta inks (which notoriously seal poorly).

  • @MomofCurt
    @MomofCurt Місяць тому +1

    I enjoyed this and the stories that go along with the inks. Have a beautiful day today!

  • @studyingpoly
    @studyingpoly Місяць тому +2

    You've inspired me to buy inks and refillable fountain pens 😶‍🌫️

  • @midniteaura
    @midniteaura Місяць тому +2

    Awwwwww Helen, you were singing...that was the absolute cutest..made my whole day

  • @heyambrosia
    @heyambrosia Місяць тому +7

    I too am on the search for perfect yellow! Still no success, but forever searching!

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      Hahaha let me know when you find it!

    • @shelbseroo
      @shelbseroo Місяць тому +1

      I love Rohrer and Kligner 🌻 Sunflower!

    • @tmc4642
      @tmc4642 Місяць тому

      I quite like Birmingham Pen Co. Phoenix. Cheery but readable. 🍋

    • @Ema21x
      @Ema21x Місяць тому

      Noodler's Apache Sunset is famous for being one of the best yellows. Light enough to be yellow, but still readable because of the heavy shading.

  • @LUMISHOCK
    @LUMISHOCK Місяць тому +1

    Very cool swatches! I love that you have stories about each ink collection~! ^^

  • @nonMuggle
    @nonMuggle Місяць тому +2

    I think you've sold me on Kosumosu! Helps so much to see not only a swatch, but actual writing (which can look so different). Such a cheerful color! Thanks, Helen!

  • @keliipuuwai
    @keliipuuwai Місяць тому +1

    I wish I had the chance to buy that Decimo, I'd gift it back to you for your 10th anniversary. I can tell you still love it. ❤

  • @noripoo
    @noripoo Місяць тому +1

    LOVE the ink collection!! This is a great way to learn about different brands for us FP lovers :)

  • @myrnatraylor3234
    @myrnatraylor3234 Місяць тому +1

    Love all your fountain pen content! You were right about that rabbit hole!🤣

  • @marzettik
    @marzettik Місяць тому +2

    What a pretty collection! Happy Cozy Planner Sunday. ❤

  • @itsmesassy88
    @itsmesassy88 Місяць тому

    Yes please to more fountain pen videos. I loved this video very much! It's funny it's your videos particularly the ones with your fountain pens that had me take the plunge and purchase my first TWSBI Eco. Now I can't get enough of fountains and inks. It is one of my favorite hobbies.

  • @rockinstrawberries
    @rockinstrawberries Місяць тому +1

    I really like this video!!! Not that I need more inks… but if I ever do… 😂
    Majestic blue doesn’t have a problem drying with me, though!

  • @evelienzoer1517
    @evelienzoer1517 Місяць тому +1

    Love this video. I purchased all my TWSBI’s from Appelboom pennen. It’s a lovely little store. I have 5 colors of the Atrementis document ink from them. But now I’ve seen the beautiful red I think I have to get that color too 😅

  • @Dreaminangel420
    @Dreaminangel420 Місяць тому +1

    I LOVE your fountain pen content. I have found several ink favorites that I added to my collection through your videos! Keep it coming Helen💕💕💕

  • @joistevens4454
    @joistevens4454 Місяць тому +2

    I’m so glad you finally are talking about your inks and your fountain pens because I am infatuated with the Leonardo pen if you could do a little talk about it. Thank you so much. I enjoyed this.

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      Aww thank you!!! I actually have a whole video about that pen!

  • @charissasplans
    @charissasplans Місяць тому +1

    I love this video and would like to see more videos. Thank you for showing us all of your inks with us!! Love you ♥️😘

  • @2BRnot2BRipper
    @2BRnot2BRipper Місяць тому +1

    Love this content, Baby Bear! Definitely more if it. A revamped FP collection and the nibs you get and ink pairings would be great along with your FP unicorns and wish list items! 😉 love you!

  • @tilliet00
    @tilliet00 Місяць тому

    i really enjoyed watching you swatch and hearing the history behind each bottle. fountain pen content is always welcome! 😊

  • @julieanngenske1292
    @julieanngenske1292 Місяць тому +1

    I love fountain pens and inks! I liked your recommendations as well! Great job! I also have noodlers Lexington grey and love it!

  • @SherilynLeanne
    @SherilynLeanne Місяць тому +1

    I'm happy to see this! It's such a help to fountain pen beginners! I love the blues 😍

  • @LivelyLaura
    @LivelyLaura Місяць тому

    Absolutely More fountain pen videos! I attribute my deep dive down the rabbit hole of fountain pens to you because I watched a video where you were swatching your inks and you had Fuyu-Syogun at that time and I FELL in LOVE! Still one of my favorite grey inks! I love how you used the 4 different papers together! I am definitely going to start doing that! Also your singing was amazing!

  • @aliciavilas5411
    @aliciavilas5411 Місяць тому +1

    Love your fountain pen content

  • @MsSclera
    @MsSclera Місяць тому +2

    All are gorgeous ink, love sailor and dominant industry inks. Thanks for sharing Helen ❤

  • @katherinevickers4825
    @katherinevickers4825 Місяць тому

    I love the fountain pen content. I have recently just gotten into fountain pens and I’m still trying to figure out what ink color to buy first. I have gotten a lot of samples. Thank you for sharing your collections and stories!

  • @b.l70
    @b.l70 Місяць тому

    Thanks for switching all of your inks! I love your selection of inks. I vote for more FP content 😊

  • @ChantelleArts
    @ChantelleArts Місяць тому +2

    oooh this book has so many gorgeous colours! 🥰

  • @bSidesTheRoadTaken
    @bSidesTheRoadTaken Місяць тому +1

    Love this ideas

  • @just__celia
    @just__celia Місяць тому +1

    Absolutely loved this video! I am relatively new to fountain pens and just getting into buying inks.

  • @itovz
    @itovz Місяць тому

    Tus videos son un deleite para mí vista y oídos!! Gracias ❤ me encantan

  • @gigiwhizz494
    @gigiwhizz494 Місяць тому

    Here's my vote for more fountain pen and ink content! I love it.

  • @user-ug9qu2wf9l
    @user-ug9qu2wf9l Місяць тому +1

    Ooh I like I the look of sailor studio 123, I’ve never came across that one before here in the uk… some others here I’d like to try so thank you for sharing. Kon Peki is also a fave 😁

  • @Craft00980
    @Craft00980 Місяць тому +1

    Love your videos. Thank you for beeing you. You are my inspiration ❤

  • @blindaurora
    @blindaurora Місяць тому +2

    This video was such a joy, it kept me company all day today.

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      awww I'm glad! Thanks for watching!

    • @blindaurora
      @blindaurora Місяць тому

      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo I love all your "room tour "/here's my collection of xyz/chatty story time videos. I would love for you to talk about your pens again some time. Also, you should get yourself a new purple decimo if you miss it. 💜 it's good to be frugal and all that, but you've regretted that pen for years. It's OK to be kind to yourself.

  • @sherryevans3328
    @sherryevans3328 Місяць тому +1

    I am a new fountain pen user, I have three pens and three inks. I have a Jinhao 9019 and a Jinhao 82 as well as a Hongdian N23. I love my fountain pens!

  • @deathmetalpotato
    @deathmetalpotato Місяць тому +1

    your voice is so lovely and soothing! beautiful ASMR, informative, interesting and relaxing.

  • @theartofcharleen
    @theartofcharleen Місяць тому +1

    Recently ordered Earl Gray by Diamine and a Twisbi eco! So excited! Lovely swatches, Helen. It was so therapeutic watching you write 🤤

  • @rachelgodwin7702
    @rachelgodwin7702 10 днів тому +1

    love this vid from you!

  • @Hey_its_CeeTee
    @Hey_its_CeeTee Місяць тому +1

    For syu-ro, the day is still in the bottle. Add in a bit of water back until you get close to the original colour. You can try in a sample vial if you want. This is what I heard from Goulet Pens and have done this with old ink cartridges. Nothing to lose in trying!

  • @LaurasChronicLife.
    @LaurasChronicLife. Місяць тому +1

    I also disliked noodlers ink, my husband likes it though. My favorite ink is Robert Oster Sydney Lavender. And it has a story! not all of ours do but this ink was one my husband surprised me with for a valentines day. Though thats not why its my favorite. Its my main writing ink and I can't wait to buy more from the brand. The different pages thing was a really cool idea!

  • @Aeliaable
    @Aeliaable Місяць тому

    Love your voice! It’s so soothing 😊 these ink colours are so pretty! What brand is that glass pen? It writes so fine!

  • @marisalosardo3480
    @marisalosardo3480 Місяць тому +1

    Helen, I enjoyed this video so much. Thank you for making it. I'm a fountain pen enthusiast and an ink collector 😶 I would enjoy seeing more of these videos if you are up for making them.

  • @tatianavelasco1335
    @tatianavelasco1335 Місяць тому +1

    Another Fountain Pen Ink video! This waterman intense black pen is so amazing to use.

  • @bruin_tea_et_ecriture
    @bruin_tea_et_ecriture Місяць тому

    Love love love that you finally did an ink swatch book. I'm sitting at over 300 inks right now and I want to do an inkcyclopedia. It's just a major undertaking at the moment. Thankfully, I have almost all my inks swatched on colo-ring cards. I also 10000000% agree the pilot metro is horrid! I didn't even buy it first. I wound up giving it away. Happy Sunday to you! I'm so looking forward to my 2 packages for the 5/10 release plus my subs!!

  • @BrunaCruz792
    @BrunaCruz792 Місяць тому +1

    Over 30mins of ink? Yes please ❤

  • @karinlarson1133
    @karinlarson1133 Місяць тому +1

    I find this so interesting because the Pilot Metropolitan is near the top of my list of favorite pens.

  • @Ema21x
    @Ema21x Місяць тому +1

    For your evaporated ink bottle... just add water. ;)

  • @gracesarus
    @gracesarus Місяць тому

    Hi Helen! Lovely video and so useful! What glass dip pen are you using? I like that the tip looks like it writes super fine! The one I have is more of a medium tip but I have small handwriting so I’m looking for a new one ❤

  • @ChristinaPlans
    @ChristinaPlans Місяць тому +2

    Time to watch swatches! Yay.

  • @caingaru
    @caingaru Місяць тому

    I can do it with a broken heart. I am so productive it’s an art!!
    I have no interest in fountain pens (my wallet thanks me) but I love watching your videos and how much you clearly adore the pens and inks.

  • @SayHelloToOblivion
    @SayHelloToOblivion Місяць тому +1

    Your videos are very relaxing. Thank you for sharing your collection. I loved the Robert Oster Chicago color. Is it possible to zoom in a little closer to see the colors better next time? If not, no worries. It was enough to give me an idea of what I might like and I can from there dig in more online. 😅

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      Ahh I thought the same when i was editing haha, oopsies!!! Thank you so much!

  • @blace1200
    @blace1200 Місяць тому +1

    Happy mothers day to all the mothers out there😊😊😊😊

  • @Nerdygirlrenee
    @Nerdygirlrenee Місяць тому +1

    Don’t worry. I am not a fan of the Pilot Metropolitan fountain pen or Pilot fountain pens in general. My beef is even if I have the right paper to write on, the nibs always seem so scratchy when I write. I am also not a fan of Lamy’s either. My go to’s are usually TWSBI’s, Sailors (though only have one because they’re so expensive), and Kaweco.

  • @krystalclarke3769
    @krystalclarke3769 Місяць тому +1

    FYI! I am also not a fan of the Pilot Metropolitan, and neither is my fellow fountain pen fan co-worker lol I do like the Pilot Explorer more; it's not my favorite pen but definitely better than the Metropolitan :D
    Thanks for the swatches, I enjoyed this video a lot!

  • @sherrycohen1824
    @sherrycohen1824 Місяць тому +1

    First of all, Happy MOther's Day to Mama Tater. I loved your stories about your inks. The story about the Oxblood ink evoked an image of the character in the Netflix series Wednesday! I'm surprised you haven't tried Platinum Carbon Black. It's very popular among fountain pen enthusiasts.

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      Aww thank you Sherry!!! Wishing you a great Sunday! I have heard a lot of great things about Carbon black!

  • @hollyginsberg9229
    @hollyginsberg9229 Місяць тому +1

    Hi! I have two questions: 1) do you always use a scrap/blotter sheet under your left hand when using all fountain pens or just with dip pens? Can you explain why you use it? 2) do you use the glass dip pen for everyday writing (ie. journaling, planning, list making, etc. ) or just on special projects?

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      Hi Holly!!
      1) No, I only did it because I was swatching so many inks and cleaning in between, so my hands were getting stained. Didn't want it to smear!
      2) I do not! Only for swatching!

  • @frantasticthings
    @frantasticthings Місяць тому +1

    Your oxblood ink purchase was the same day I got married! hehe
    I only have ink samples right now because I am still testing out fountain pens before committing to my first big purchase! love seeing all these lovely colors - such a fun video :)

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому +1

      Aw that is so sweet!! Now I will think of you!

    • @frantasticthings
      @frantasticthings Місяць тому

      @@TheCoffeeMonsterzCo p.s. I Can Do It With A Broken Heart is also my J A M.

  • @triciat8009
    @triciat8009 Місяць тому +1

    I loved this, Helen! I was wondering, since you've been using your Leonardo with the DeAtramentis black so much, (both of which are now on my wish list, LOL) do you still keep others inked up? And what do you use them for besides your Cousin? I'd definitely love more fountain pen / ink content. Especially with cute doodles. What could be better?

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      I definitely do!!! I use the leo + docu black combo for every day writing, and other pens + colours for studying!

  • @sylvelinebourion9014
    @sylvelinebourion9014 Місяць тому

    Why not a tour of your fountain pens collection ? I would love it ! Thanks !

  • @Claudia_CG_Garza
    @Claudia_CG_Garza Місяць тому +2

    More fountain pen content please! ❤✍️✒️

  • @KasseyS
    @KasseyS Місяць тому

    What brand/style is the dip glass pen you're using? I tried a few in the past but could never find one with a nib that felt like F/EF!

  • @baroqueplanning
    @baroqueplanning Місяць тому +1

    I purchased the Lamy Obsidian after watching your video on it. My bottle of it explodes every time I open it as well. I have used it only once and am ready to toss it too. Just haven't had the heart to yet. I'm on a hunt to get a new bottle for it.

  • @Koreleine
    @Koreleine Місяць тому

    I loved colorful inks (catriges) when I was in school. I bought a fountain pen a while ago and I have to say those bottled inks are so much more interesting. Thanks for introducing me to fountain pens and inks.
    Helen didn‘t you also have inks from Ferris Wheel Press?

  • @sharonhurn
    @sharonhurn Місяць тому +1

    More fountain pen content! (please)

  • @AxisOAnarchy
    @AxisOAnarchy Місяць тому +1

    I kind of want to get a TN refill so that I can do this myself. I'm not sure how I would organize mine though and I have so many bottles. o.o;

  • @Dominikkaa15
    @Dominikkaa15 Місяць тому

    What is the brand of the glass pen you are using?

  • @roadreina
    @roadreina Місяць тому

    Hi Helen! I was waiting for the Teranishi Guitar Night Time Soda. I’m wondering why it was not included in the swatches…

  • @nourin_siddique
    @nourin_siddique Місяць тому

    Oh def a lot of fraction since everyone I hear started their journey by seeing your pelikan or leaonardo pens including myself. I just am curious how much of document black have you finished since u use the ink everyday. Anyway, loved seeing your collection & hopefully one day i will get to do something like this on my own.

  • @yzapensandpaper
    @yzapensandpaper Місяць тому

    Hi there. Where is your glass pen from?❤

  • @ivyprofens
    @ivyprofens Місяць тому

    Where did you get your glass fountain pen? It’s so nice!! Love your content 😊

    • @Angel6_
      @Angel6_ Місяць тому

      In the video, she said it was a gift from a friend.

  • @lyndsie7148
    @lyndsie7148 Місяць тому +1

    I wonder if the Diamines brand is pronounced die-uh-mins so it sounds kinda like "Diamonds"?

  • @ChristinaPlans
    @ChristinaPlans Місяць тому

    Is it “I can do it with a broken heart”? Lol

  • @gwenmph
    @gwenmph Місяць тому +1

    I also don't like the Metro... I don't really like any Pilot nibs except the VP 0_o

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      omg yes I have the same thoughts!!! The VP nib is so smooth.

  • @avalonkerr8332
    @avalonkerr8332 Місяць тому +1

    So many stationary/planner, etc. channels are so fraught and angsty about using these products; thank you for being an oasis of great videos about love and use of these products :)

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому +1

      Aww thanks so much!!! I'm definitely on team-use and making memories with these items!

  • @theoryof.lauren
    @theoryof.lauren Місяць тому +1

    loved listening to all the memories associated with these inks 🤍

    • @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo
      @TheCoffeeMonsterzCo  Місяць тому

      Thank you friend!!! Next week's video features a few of your gifts