Studio Handmade – Sycamore stationery-lovers Synthetic bristles have come a

Synthetic bristles have come a long way – today’s modern fibres are consistent

section-sewn binding lies completely flat

and keep you tethered to overpriced refills

So many pens are made from cheap materials that look good but don't stand the test of time

Studio Handmade – Sycamore stationery-lovers Synthetic bristles have come aMy very first timber pen was made from sycamore, and for good reason. Its pale, buttery tones look every bit as beautiful as they feel in the hand. Every time I pick one up, I'm reminded of the endless hours I spent playing with its spinning 'whirligig' seeds as a child. (I was an only child, OK?) Studio Handmade is a return to where Tom's Studio began. Ten years after the first handmade pen emerged from a tiny workshop, we've brought the craft back