As the Pen Turns

Join us for the return of the fellas, as they catch up, talk about shows and general nonsense for a while.

In this episode, Jason and Jonathon talk about some stuff, I'm not quite sure what, because I just edited it.....I didn't listen to it. I think there is something about a trip to Texas to visit Dromgoole's and to present a special pen to a special recipient!!

In this episode we talk all about how commissions work!

On this episode we sit down with Jake Pawloski of the Mad Science Pen Company. Jake is making some pretty inventive pens!Check out Jake's work:Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/MadSciencePenCompanyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/madsciencepencompany/?hl=en

In this episode the guys catch up on the events and happenings of the 2022 Atlanta Pen Show.Show notes will be posted soon.

On this episode we catch up on news from the Baltimore Pen Show, and we talk......like we do.......

In this episode, we have a great chat with JC Ament, The Nib Tailor......and other stuff.You can find JC here:https://www.nibtailor.com/And here: https://www.instagram.com/thenibtailor/

In this episode we talk about our suppliers....of pen making supples....Drills/Taps/DiesVictor MachineTurners WarehouseBeaufort InkMeisternibsPen RealmFP NibsCutting ToolsGrizzlyCarbide DepotLittle Machine ShopKennametalWoodcraftPackard WoodworksNibs/ConvertersMeisternibsPen RealmBeaufort InkFP NibsFlexible Nib FactoryRichard GreenwaldBlanksExotic BlanksTurner's WarehouseThe Turner's WorkshopBeartooth WoodsBareaVermont Freehand  Casting SuppliesTurnTexTKBMad MicasJust PigmentsBrambleberryPtown SubbieFinishingCaswell Penn State IndustriesExotic BlanksShipping/MarketingULINESticker AppSticker YouVistaprint

This week we spend a few minutes with Carl Fisher of F3 Pens! We had a great time, we hope you all enjoy the interview.See Carl's work here:F3 Pens - https://www.f3pens.com/On Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/f3.pens/

All I can say about this episode, is that we were just so darn happy to be back together. 

In this episode we answer a bunch of questions from listeners (at length) and talk about the year we have all just been through!!!Plastx PolishWen Air CleanerRichard Greenwald

In the Episode, the fellas continue the conversation about organization. We talk about office, shipping, and pen show suggestions.Congratulations to our award winners!!!The 2021 SMAPOTY Award:Weldon Malbrough - Black Flag Penworks The 2021 Blankety Blank Award:Stardust byt Tim Crowe - Turnt Pen CompanyHere are some of the items we discuss on the show!OFFICE!Rolling Cart SHIPPING/PEN CLEANING!!Indestructo MailersTest Tube Drying RacksNylon BrushesTube BrushesAirbrush Cleaning BrushesSHOW!!!Photo Storage Box Jonathon's LightsJonathon's Battery PackBrad's LightsBrad's Battery PacksStackable Tool Box

In this episode we have a great conversation with Jon Tello of Hello Tello Studio and Tesori Italy. Jon is a gifted pen maker and a generous philanthropist as well!See Jon's work:Tesori Italy - https://www.tesoritaly.comHello Tello Studio - https://www.hellotellostudio.com

In this episode, we suffer from crazy computer issues......oh, and we talk about Shop, Tool, and Material organizations strategies and tools.Make sure to visit our sponsor, The River City Pen Company and thank you Rich for your support!!Here are links to a lot of the products we discuss. **As The Pen Turns is not affiliated with any of the providers of the items.**Brad's Organization Suggestions:Husky Tool BoxUline Plastic Cabinets for Bits, etc...Grizzly Tool CartMaterials Storage CabinetTool Drawer OrganizerJonathon's Organization Suggestions:Salon Cart Er32 Collet HolderJason's Organization Suggestions:Harbor Freight Tool CartCraftsman Tool ChestBit and Tool Organizer

The fellas have a great conversation with Tim Crowe of Turnt Pen Company. We talks pens, blanks, and even a little about blankety blank. Pen makers and Casters, don't forget to submit entries for the SMAPOTY and Blankety Blank awards by October 31st!You can see Tim's work here - Turnt Pen Company

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On this episode we talk about the creative process......and mention vomit......

Rich Paul from the River City Pen Company joins us on this episode to talk about how he started making pens and what RCPC offers!!River City Pen Company - https://www.rivercitypencompany.com/

Sit back and relax as we chat about the experience that is the DC Pen Show!!!!!****Special thanks go out to Mark and Johanna, and Matthew Morse for helping us so much at the show!!*****Carolina Pen Company  (Jonathon Brooks) - https://www.instagram.com/carolinapencompany/?hl=enRiver City Pen Company (Rich Paul) - https://www.instagram.com/rivercitypencompany/?hl=enTurnt Pen Company (Tim Crowe)- https://www.instagram.com/turntpenco/?hl=enIronfeather Creative (Brian Weaver) - https://www.instagram.com/ironfeathercreative/?hl=enHinze Pen Company (Jim Hinze) - https://www.instagram.com/hinzepen/?hl=enRed Dragon Pen Company - https://www.instagram.com/reddragonpenco/?hl=enEntropy Ink (Nikola Pang) -  https://www.instagram.com/entropyink/?hl=enWalltown Pens (Brett Arnold) - https://www.instagram.com/walltownpens/?hl=enHardy Penwrights (Greg Hardy) - https://www.instagram.com/hardypenwrights/?hl=enMayfair Pens (Ben) - https://www.instagram.com/mayfairpens/?hl=enChampion Turnings (Carrick Ryan) - https://www.instagram.com/championturnings/?hl=enTru Card (Patterson Grant) - https://www.instagram.com/tru_card/?hl=en

On this episode, our hosts just talk about stuff. Oh, and the weird audio inconsistencies that are annoying. We apologize for those, we have no idea what was going on, poor internet quality or a worldwide conspiracy to make our audio weird. Could be either one. Thanks for listening!!Mad Science Pen Company - https://www.instagram.com/madsciencepencompanyNine Bespoke Pens - https://www.instagram.com/ninebespokepensSkogsy Pens - https://www.instagram.com/skogsy_pens

In this episode we chat with James  from The Pensmiths. And other stuff sometimes.Check out the wide range of custom pen materials available at:https://www.shopthepensmiths.com

Join the dynamic duo of pen making podcasters as they discuss marketing and branding (we think that's what they're talking about at least.Become a member of As The Pen Turns - https://www.thepenturns.com/become-a-member

We've said to buckle up before....but this time we really mean it. Join us for an insightful conversation with 4 veteran pen makers, Sean Newton, Greg Hardy, Eric Sands, and Jonathon Brooks.Newton Pens - https://newtonpens.com/Hardy Penwrights - https://hardypens.com/Atelier Lusso - https://lussopens.com/Carolina Pen Company - https://www.carolinapencompany.com/

Buckle up for an episode full of hilarious banter, movie references, and possibly a few thoughts on pens and pen making.Thank you to our sponsor, The London Pen Company - https://www.londonpenco.com/Other links from our ramblings:Dromgoole's - https://www.dromgooles.com/Wabi Sabi Stationers - https://www.instagram.com/wabisabistationers/Pen Realm - https://www.penrealm.com/Elbwood Pens - https://www.instagram.com/elbwood/?hl=en

In this episode we delve into the works of Black Robin Pens with our guest Meg!!!! Also.....shenanigans.......Black Robin Pens - https://www.instagram.com/black_robin_pensSpoke Design - https://spokedesign.comTriple Start Taps and Dies :Turner's Warehouse - https://www.turnerswarehouse.com/Beaufort Ink - https://www.beaufortink.co.uk/thread-taps-and-dies/triple-lead-thread-taps-and-diesEnigma Blanks - https://www.etsy.com/shop/EnigmaBlanks

In this episode our hosts practice some free flowing “Stream of Pensciousness” podcasting!! Blondihacks - https://www.youtube.com/blondihacks                      https://www.instagram.com/blondihacksHardy Penwrights - https://www.hardypens.comTShadow Tools - https://www.tshadow.comF3 Pens - https://www.F3pens.comDen’s Pens - https://www.denspens.shopWabi Sabi Stationers - https://www.instagram.com/wabisabistationersSpoke Design - https://www.spokedesign.com

In this episode we chat with Sean Allot of The London Pen Company !! Sean discusses using CNC machining to make pens, and the intricacies that go into the medium!See Sean's pens at - https://www.londonpenco.com

In this episode we talk about nibs. And not just nibs, we mean NIBS!!! Information on JoWo and Bock nibs for pen makers as well as size and plating options!!Nibs:JoWo Nibs:FP Nibs - https://fpnibs.com/collections/jowoMeisternibs - http://meisternibs.com/Bock Nibs:FP Nibs - https://fpnibs.com/collections/bockBeaufort Ink - https://www.beaufortink.co.uk/bock-fountain-pen-nibsNib Taps:FP Nibs - https://fpnibs.com/collections/tapsBeaufort Ink - https://www.beaufortink.co.uk/thread-taps-and-dies/thread-taps-for-bock-fountain-pen-nibsTurners Warehouse - https://turnerswarehouse.com/collections/taps-and-diesCustom Nib Feeds:Flexible Nib Factory - https://flexiblenib.com/store/Nib Engraving:Carolina Pen Company - https://www.carolinapencompany.com/custom-nibsFP Nibs - https://fpnibs.com/pages/engravingNib Plating:FP Nibs - https://fpnibs.com/pages/platingConverters:Richard Greenwald - https://richardlgreenwald.com/?s=converter&post_type=productMeisternibs - http://meisternibs.com/accessories/Clips: Beaufort Ink - https://www.beaufortink.co.uk/pen-tubes-pen-springs-and-spares/pen-clips-for-kitless-pensRichard Greenwald - https://richardlgreenwald.com/product-category/pen-parts/clips-bands-rings/page/3/Turners Warehouse - https://turnerswarehouse.com/collections/custom-bespoke-pen-supplies/products/kitless-pen-clips-beaufort

In this episode we have an outstanding chat with Jason Worlsey, proprietor of Night Heron Leather. Jason provides high quality, Texas made leather pen sleeves, wallets, journal covers, and a number of other items.Check out Jason's Products - https://nightheronleather.com/

In this episode we get real about sanding and polishing!! Lots of good product suggestions!!Zona Paper - https://www.pennstateind.com/store/PKUFPAK.htmlAbranet - PKMESHKIT.htmlMirka Goldflex Soft Sandpaper - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mirka+goldflex+soft&ref=nb_sb_nossCaswell Loose Cotton Buffing Wheels - loose-cotton-wheels.htmlCaswell Buffing Compounds:Tripoli/Brown - brown-buffing-compound-jumbo.htmlWhite - white-buffing-compound-jumbo.htmlBlue - blue-buffing-compound-jumbo.htmlUltrafine - plastic-glo-ultra-fine-dry-grade-p-22.htmlFine Polish - plastic-buffing-compound-fine-p-112.htmlMeguiar’s PLASTX - B0000AY3SRNovus Polish - B002UCYRZUMagic Juice - spb-polishing-compound

In this episode we have a chat with multi talented Jonathon Brooks of the Carolina Pen Company. We talk Primary Manipulation, Urushi, and lots more!!To learn more about Jonathon and his creations, check out his website at:https://www.carolinapencompany.comInstagram:https://instagram.com/carolinapencompany

In this episode we continue our Penmaker’s Toolkit series with a chat all about drills and taps and dies!!!

Join us for a rollicking conversation with Penmaker Ryan Krusac. Ryan is a penmaker from Georgia and has been crafting beautiful handmade wooden pens since 2007.

This is our first installment in our Penmaker's Toolkit series. In this episode we dive into the world of our most important tool, the LATHE!!!!!!!!

In this episode we chat with Brian Weaver of Ironfeather Creative!! From Falconer to Fountain Pen maker, Brian is an amazing artist. Check out his work at www.ironfeathercreative.com and @ironfeathercreative on Instagram!!

Welcome to the first episode of As the Pen Turns!! A podcast made by pen makers for pen makers and pen fanatics alike!! Join us as we discuss the stories behind our companies, and what our podcast is all about!!!