A Pen for Your Thoughts

This may be a silly question, but I have to ask – what do you write with? Do you have a favorite tool to get your juices flowing?

It could be a pen or pencil, but some prefer typewriter or computer. I’ll admit that I’ve had somewhat of a fetish of pens and vintage typewriters lately. Yet, everything goes from notes on notepaper to words on my computer. When it comes to shorter prose, like poetry or an essay, putting pen to thoughts is the only way inspiration flows.

It was a golden pen etched with a floral design that got me feeling mature and serious as a writer in junior high and a fun one that makes me feel like a kid again now.

So in honor of my favorite writing tool, I’ve rounded up a basketful of fun pens for all you writers:

This might not be your go-to for every writing project, but these novelty pens are an easy way to add a bit of playfulness to your day. With different ice-cream flavors like chocolate chip and mocha latte, they’ve inspired this sweet review.

My favorite pen right now is this one from the Walt Disney museum in San Francisco. I love a bit of whimsy and this one is full of it. I can’t help feeling like I’m a kid again or an animator painting my next great picture. Pretty fun way to add a feeling of fantasy on a Friday!

I love these pens from Etsy because it’s warm outside and they exude an air of spring. It satisfies both my desires for aesthetics and practicality.

I can see this gracing a modern office with an equally modern graphic desk and chair and with pops of orange. Is it just me? This one is from Paper-Source. It comes in black too.

Do you guys have any utensils that help get your inspiration flowing? If so, let me know, I’m always open to hearing the latest, coolest tools out there.