MAY Currently Inked // Esterbrook, Pelikan, Radius, Leonardo, Diamine, Wearingeul

[@justmango_]

As a chronic EF/F nib user, I've been terrified of shimmer inks for a long time (except for a few select inks) because I've had some awful, awful clogging issues with so many of them. I've been so torn about getting Old Man and the Sea for a while because I love that ink and shimmer combination, but also I don't want to be disappointed with another shimmer ink that won't flow properly for daily use. Your video just convinced me to jump for it! ❤❤

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Yay! I've had great luck with most shimmers so use it in your EF/F nibs!

[@Tina.Journals]

Lovely line-up as always! Your collection is just beautiful. TFS!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you so much!

[@ejpants4263]

I enjoy your knack for description! Describing a nib's writing experience as "Slice-y" (spelling?) is so unique and so intriguing to think about.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

I'm not great with adjectives so I hope this is helpful!

[@dandelionpuff]

I just really like your videos. I always have a nice time watching them

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

I have a bottle of the cactus fruit eel, I love it in finer nibs because it still pops but dries well. In my usual broad nibs, it's smear central with any Noodler's inks I've tried!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Yes! So far it has been great in the F nib!

[@robynjohnson5750]

Oh my goodness, that first pen is so beautiful! ❤️Heart be still!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Yes the Atelier Lusso is amazing!

[@artemisceleste]

Another great video. Watching your content is hard on my bank account. I love your taste in pens and always get ideas on what to buy next from you. Today it’s that gorgeous Radius Settimo Marmo Bianco. Thanks for sharing.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you! 😊 I do have to admit that Radius Marmo Bianco is lovely so far!

[@LisaRSArt]

Another wonderful video. Thank you. Happy May! ❤

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you Lisa! 🥰

[@Miz.Marisa]

I’m a big fan of your videos- I think this is my favorite ink lineup of yours that I’ve ever seen! Thank you for all of your content! I’ve learned so much and always enjoy watching 😊

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Wow, thank you!

[@anitaanglin]

I intentionally had a rainbow palette last month and I really enjoyed it! I love a variety depending on my mood. Hope you have a wonderful month with your pairings!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

It's amazing how a rainbow palette can affect our moods!

[@DebraDarkandTwisty]

your pens are extremely beautiful. The Esties, (I am trying hard not to add them to my wish list of 5 Esties! ) the Zodiac abalone & the Radius Settimo are special eye candy 💚💚

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you! I'm definitely working on curating my collection!

[@onigarasu]

Nice colors. I like Walnut and Old Man and the sea most.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Walnut has been lovely to use so far! And yes, Old Man and The Sea is so interesting! Thanks for watching!

[@bartconner2457]

All are so pretty!! Glad to see that lovely Abalone back in rotation!! Thank you Karyna!!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

That Abalone has pride of place in my collection, Bart!

[@holyfirescribble]

Cactus Fruit Eel is one of my favorites. The eels from my understanding are lubricated. I havent tried Vanness' white lightning, but I'm assuming it's like you added some of that in those colors. I love quite a few Noodler's inks. I'm glad you're giving this color a chance!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Yes I am remembering the “eel” standing for lubricated inks. So far Cactus Fruit Eel has been fun to use!

[@roxannemaguire9844]

Such BEAUTIFUL pens, Karyna!!! Enjoyed watching and seeing the interesting inks, too! I hope things arr greening up in Calgary 🍃🌿💚 Happy May days to you and to your viewers ☺️✨

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you so much! I'm actually up in Edmonton, three hours North of Calgary. We're nice and green here, thank goodness!

[@Adventuresover40]

Love the colors and pens you chose. I am interested to hear how you like the noodlers ink. I haven't been a fan of noodlers or 3 oysters due to their drying time. The Old man and the sea is stunning. I have Alt-Goldgrun but haven't inked it up yet. I may have to do that next month. I also have been thinking of getting a nib ground to a needlepoint. It looks great. Thanks for sharing.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you Priscilla! I have not always been a fan of Noodlers but I'll give it a chance! I do highly recommend the Needlepoint if you like that toothy feel!

[@courtneyruss9122]

Hi Karyna. Another great video. It’s exciting to hear you are warming up to the Noodlers Cactus Fruit Eel. I like how vibrant the Eel series inks are. How do you like the Esterbrook Petrified Forest versus the honeycomb? The ink combination for the honeycomb couldn’t have been more perfect. I enjoy my Esterbrook pens and I’m in the market for another one. Speaking of pens I did send you an email about a vanishing point. Like you I’ll try to match but I usually just go with whatever I may be in the mood to use. I have really enjoyed R&K inks. The alt-goldgrun was my first experience with the brand. Not my favorite color but I don’t hate it by any means. The architect nib is one of my favorite nibs. Your Zodiac Pen Company pen is really sharp. A good pen/ink combination with that one as well. Great advice on trying those inks with a “problem” pen. The Diamine Walnut is one of my favorite browns and is my favorite wood to use. Have a great evening.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Hello Courtney! It's hard to choose between Petrified Forest and Honeycomb - I love them both equally for different reasons! Thank you so much for watching!

[@TumescentPuma]

Hello, Got my needlepoint Esterbrook Nouveau Blue this week and I have found it is very dependent on writing pressure and paper. Wondering what paper you have found gives you the smoothest writing with the needlepoint. Oddly, I did not get a Kirk Speer Pen Realm card in my box.

[@TumescentPuma]

I have found the needlepoint seems to flow best with Clairfontaine

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

I use Tomoe River Paper and love it! It also depends on the ink! Try a more lubricated ink like Pilot Iroshizuku.

[@TumescentPuma]

Will do. I love OS nitrogen and that is what I am running in it now. Flows well.

[@impish22]

been waiting for this one, thanks for sharing

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@jakimberling]

Love your Currently Inked videos. I’ve been making a pen and ink wishlist and it is heavily influenced by what I see in your videos! 😉. Have you ever done a video on your transcribing or your zen tangles? I’ve been going through your playlist but I couldn’t find anything. Thanks so much and I look forward to your next video!

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

I don't normally show those except in my progress reports. The zentangles are ones that are inspired by accounts on Instagram!

[@lilianamulato8183]

What is the dip pen you use for the samples?

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

I use a Speedball B Nib found on Amazon (link in the description!).

[@artzyplans2738]

ugh that first pen is gorgeous and also I LOVE that Ferris Wheel Press ink. Too bad it's sold out everywhere haha

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Atelier Lusso pen is a looker for sure!

[@MissMarilynDarling]

I'm so glad you like the ink I'm not a fan of brown cause of my previous job but I'm glad you like it

[@SugaKookieMon]

Google does pronunciations

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

It’s a great resource, thank you!

[@sushanart]

So many lovely pens and beautiful inks! Have been drawn to some grey inks lately so that Radius looks very appealing. 😇🩷🙏🙌

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Thank you! I am loving the Radius right now - I am using it daily in my five year journal!