Have you ever tried using black paper before? You can get some really fun effects using white, pastel and metallic gel pens & paint pens on black paper. You can also use a black paper journal for note taking, journaling and doodling.
The Zebra Sarasa & Pilot Pop-Lol Pens dried quicker and were slightly easier to write with. All gel pens wrote beautifully on the black paper and stood out. The Hybrid Dual Metallic Pens have more of a glittery sheen on the page, we would recommend choosing lighter colours in the range to use on black paper, or pairing them with another brighter pen in your headings and designs.
The Tombow Fudenosuke Pastel Brush Pens have a chalk like effect when written on black paper. The colours get brighter as they dry. These brush pens also have a watercolour type effect where you can see different shades of pigment on the page, so layering can produce stronger colours. We were really surprised at how beautifully the Tombow Irojiten Coloured Pencils show up on the black paper. Not only did the pale colours pop on the page, but so did the darker colours. These pencils would pair beautifully with the black paper for sketching, doodling and creating beautiful journal layouts.
Check out our full pen test video of The Quirky Cup Collective Noir Black Page Journal here on YouTube!
Thanks for tuning in! Let us know if you try out the new Noir Black Page Journals from The Quirky Cup Collective and tell us what you think. We think these new Noir Black Page Journals are going to be a big hit!
Have you heard of junk journaling? Starting a junk journal is a fun and creative way to repurpose materials while creating a unique and personalised journal. The junk journaling style is perfect for memory keeping and getting crafty and creative with collage. It also allows you the space to write as much or as little as you like and can be used more as a visual journal if you don't enjoy writing much. Junk journaling is a great way to practice mindfulness and find your creative flare.
Not sure how to get started? Read on for our tips on how to start a junk journal.
As we step into 2025, the art of bullet journalling continues to gain popularity, blending functionality with creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned journaler or a beginner, here are the top bullet journal trends forecasts for the new year. Will you incorporate these trends into your bullet journal this year?
Hello lovely journal lovers! With 2025 just around the corner, now's the perfect time to refresh your routines and embrace new habits. Journaling and planning are amazing tools for kickstarting new goals, building habits, and creating routines that stick. Whether you’re a long-time journaling fan or just starting out, we’ve got the most beautiful stationery supplies to spark your inspiration and help you to start 2025 off right!
My 2025-26 planner is Purrfect. I can't wait to indulge in its quirkiness. The Happy Planner is durable and goes everywhere with me. It catches all my ideas, lists, appointments, quotes, doodles and paperwork. I love using it.
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