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The Stationery Nerd blog isn’t like other blogs you might know. Staying true to the nerd-code of obsessive, research-based, passionate enthusiasm… these blog articles have some meat. They’re long, they’re packed with data, links, comparisons, and lots of photos. I’m here to educate you and help you be the best stationery addict you can possibly be. Join the Nerd Herd of stationery enthusiasts. We have fun with paper,
Sakura Gelly Roll White Gel Pen Swatch Test
Today I'm shining a spotlight on a true MVP in the world of white gel pens: the Sakura White Gelly Roll Pen set. If you've ever wrestled with a finicky white pen, prepare for enlightenment. This isn't just a review; it's my own personal exploration into the...
Wellness Journal: A 90-Day Health Tracker
The Stationery Nerd Wellness Journal Yes, nerds, I made a wellness-tracking journal! “What gets measured, gets managed.” I’m sure you’ve heard this saying before and there’s no better application for the sentiment than when it comes to your pursuit of wellness. We...
Stationery Nerd in a Post-Pandemic World
We're not the same as we used to be The pandemic has had a profound effect on all of us. How often did we all say, “I just wish things would get back to normal.” But as we have emerged from the pandemic we’ve all had to discover that our idea of “normal” has had to...
I sorted my ENTIRE fountain pen collection!
What happens when you innocently ask the Stationery Nerd Herd Facebook Group which video topic you should do.... and they overwhelmingly vote to see my entire fountain pen collection. Seriously?! I didn't even realize how many pens I owned!! I put ALL my fountain...
My 2020 Journals and Indecision for 2021 Setup
You know you're a stationery nerd when you have so many notebooks, journal covers, and size options that you just can't make a decision about which combination to use next! Yep, that's me for sure! Like most everyone else in the world, 2020 was a crazy year for me....
A Graphic Designer Working at Home – my bullet journal + project management system
Like many people all over the world... I'm stuck working at home during the global pandemic. I'm so glad I have a solid analog system that works for my situation. I've had to adapt my bullet journal and planning system to accommodate a whole different kind of...
Tracking Daily Habits in my Bullet Journal
Daily Habits vs. Daily Intentions The way I track habits in my bullet journal might be a bit different than what you normally see. I’ve tried all sorts of different habit trackers until I finally found what worked best for me. The monthly habit tracker charts would...
My new book: 30 DAYS OF JOURNALING – peek inside and pen test
I wrote a book and I can't wait to share it with you. I love having my physical books to touch and hold and when my package arrived in the mail I fell in love! The size is perfect as a "sidekick" journal that can be carried along with an A5 blank journal. It's 5" x...
William Hannah – All my Discbound Planner Wishes Come True
William Hannah is my new true love You’ve heard of all the big names in the discbound planner and notebook system, right? Happy Planner, Arc by Staples, Levenger Circa, Tul ... and William Hannah. Wait. You haven’t heard of William Hannah? Oh no! Well, let me...
The Ultimate Comparison of 160gsm Bullet Journal Notebooks
The 160gsm Journal Comparison - Introduction UPDATE - This post has been updated (May 2025) to reflect discontinued brands and name changes. The journaling community has lost its ever-loving mind over notebooks with 160 gsm paper! First, it was 100 gsm paper, then...
