From one fellow extra note-taker and new term page designer turned avid bullet journal maker to another, here are all the drawing / writing materials that feed my pen-to-paper-related hobbies throughout the years. Tried and tested!
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The Basics
Brush Pens
Markers
The Basics
Pens, pencils, and all other essentials when it comes to sketching, decorating, and otherwise.
I love MUJI's ballpens. They come in various ballpoint sizes so you can choose according to your thickness preference. The pens themselves are smooth both on paper and to the touch. I prefer the knock-type or clicky pens, but they also come in the ca...
Knock Type Ballpens by MUJI
A basic ballpen that I can count on not to smudge nor bleed when I need to write quickly.
Faber Castell 1423 Ballpoint Pen Black - Writing Supplies - School & Office Supplies
Of course, Monggol has been a staple in my pencil case ever since kinder probably. Tried and tested to the max.
Monggol Pencils
My current correction tape! Smooth style helps it fit nicely in my fairly small pencil case.
M&G Correction Tape Mosy 20Mx5mm
Dong-A has good correction tapes. They have a slender design and come in different colors!
Dong-A White 360 Refillable Correction Tape (6m)
Probably my favorite type of correction type because of its design and size. It's longer and slimmer than the snail-types I'm more used to. A little pricier, but I just like knock-type materials. This is refillable too!
For my note-taking girlies, these will be your best friend. Colorful pens with micro tips so you can write with the ease of a ballpen and all the fun of a marker. Love using these when adding finer details to my drawings too!
PILOT G-Tec C4 Ultra Fine 10 Colors
Brush Pens
For all your calligraphy needs
This brand is basically calligraphy pen royalty — your note-taking classmate was an it girl if they had these. Good quality brush pens that come in a plethora of color options. The brushes themselves are longer than most, and they're also dual tip! O...
Tombow Dual Brush Pens
Basic brush pens to enhance your notebook or journal designs! Dual tip so it comes with a marker end as well.
Miniso Aquarelle Brush Pens
Basic brush pens to enhance your notebook or journal designs! Dual tip so it comes with a ballpoint end as well. (For your doodles!)
Tokyo Finds 2 in 1 Doodle Pen
Pigmented brush pens with a rigid design that allows for good grip and compact storage!
Artline Stix Pens
Markers
Playful precision
Dual-ended marker with a thick and a thin tip.
DONG-A Permanent TWIN MARKER
Vibrant markers with stackable design for compact storage.
Faber Castell Coloring Pen Classic Colors Connector
The OG. Dependable black permanent markers.
Sharpie Permanent Markers
Markers that range on the more pastel set of colors.