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An artist needs a canvas upon which to work.  For a fine writing instrument, the body of the pen is the largest part of the canvas.  There are a number of materials that can be used to make handmade pens.  Here are the materials that are used most often.

Wooden Pens

Traditionally, the most common material to make a fine writing instrument has been wood.  Whether it is figured burl, straight grained, carved, contains inlays or laser etched, wood is a very versitale medium. You can see more about the types of wood we use here, and learn more about how a pen is made here.

Fountain Pen - Handmade Pen

Wood pens offer many advantages over other materials.  A wood pen is ideal when you are looking for:

  • That classic look
  • Want to make a "green" statement - wood is sustainable 
  • Want that warmth that comes from handling real wood 
  • Love the endless possibilities that natural grain provide 

 

TruStone Pens

So, what is TruStone?  It is a man-made, pliable mixture of actual stone and resins.  TruStone is made by RT Research, a company that specializes in making semi-precious stone products. Although the exact process is secret, stone is crushed into a powder and mixed with resins which then make it possible to turn the material on a lathe.  The results are stunning.  The look of real stone, and the ability to maintain a high-polished, glass-like finish.    

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TruStone pens offer many advantages over other materials.  A wood pen is ideal when you are looking for:

  • A great gift for that someone special, corporate gift or high-end collector
  • Want more weight to your pen - TruStone is heavier than other materials
  • Like the look of stone materials
  • Want embedded patters of gold and silver
  • Looking for something special and different

 

Acrylic Pens

Acrylic is a tough form of plastic that can be made into a variety of shapes and styles.  It is available in an almost endless number of colors, patterns and textures.  No two pens are ever alike, as the acrylic is molded and the colors and patterns are mixed throughout.

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  Acrylic pens are great when:

  • You want vibrant colors and patterns
  • Need a tougher pen - acrylic is tough
  • Want a lighter pen, acrylic is typically lighter in weight
  • Looking for a high-gloss pen
 
 

Polymer Clay Pens

This material is truely a unique work of art.  Polymer clay is a man-made form of clay that is cured after shaping to form a tough polymer form.  This is then cast and turned on the lathe into the shape of the pen.  Each pen body is handmade from the clay in unique and vibrant colors.  Truely a work of art.

Handmade Polymer Clay pen

This type of material is perfect when you are looking to:

  • Have an eye-catching design
  • Want to know the design on the pen was handmade
  • Want a very special gift idea
  • Want a lightweight pen

 

 

Hand-Painted Pens

Nothing is more unique than a hand-painted pen.  These pens are made by hand-painting a unique work of art onto the center of the pen.  This core is then cast into a clear resin which is then turned into the final pen shape.  Each one is very unique! 

Hand-painted Pen

 This type of material is perfect when you are looking to:

  • Have an eye-catching work of art
  • Want to know the design on the pen was handmade
  • Want a very special gift idea
  • Want a design that cannot be duplicated
 

No matter which type of material you choose for your handmade pen, select one that uses quality materials and workmanship.  You won't be disappointed with a high-quality handmade pen.