Glass dip pens are a glorious writing instrument: beautiful, versatile, and unique. Unfortunately, there are a couple of issues you might encounter when you write with one. In this article, we’ll talk about common glass dip pen problems and their solutions! (Never heard of glass dip pens? Read this article.)
I love using a glass dip pen for several reasons. First, I have complete control over the ink color, and I can change it on a whim. Second, the ink tends to vary in tone and thickness, which gives the writing a unique look. Finally, the calming repetition of scrawling and re-dipping makes writing with a glass dip pen a meditative act. All that said, it’s not uncommon to experience glass dip pen problems! In this article, we’ll discuss five common issues and their solutions.
Glass dip pens can write quite a few words before they run out of ink. You should be able to squeeze a long paragraph or two short paragraphs out of one dip. If your pen is running out of ink before that, take a look at the type of ink you’re using. Thinner inks will always write longer and more efficiently.
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