What Calligraphy Supplies Does Blots Pens Sell?

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Blots Pens (blotspens.co.uk) sells calligraphy pens, paper and pads, inks, manga pens and markers, gilding glues and pastes, pencils and erasers, gouache, and sundries — described on its own site as "a one stop shop for all your calligraphy supplies and calligraphy materials." It has been trading since 1993, posts worldwide, and stocks some products exclusive to Blots Pen & Ink Supplies. If you need a single order covering nibs, ink, and paper together, this range is built for that; if you need only one specialist item, it is still worth checking whether it appears in the catalogue before ordering elsewhere.

Core calligraphy categories

The site organises its stock into these main groups:

  • Calligraphy pens — the primary category, alongside calligraphy nibs
  • Calligraphy paper & pads — including Brause Calligraphy Paper in A3 and A4, with 30 cream-coloured sheets per pad
  • Calligraphy inks — including Higgins Eternal Ink, described as a solid black ink suitable for Spencerian and Copperplate writing and for dip pens
  • Gouache & sundries — supplementary colour and general materials

Beyond pens and ink

The catalogue extends past standard calligraphy tools:

  • Manga pens, ink & markers
  • Gilding glues & pastes — for gilding work
  • Pencils, erasers & more — layout and correction tools

Newer additions

Two ranges are highlighted as recent introductions:

  • Finetec Watercolors — expanded from individual replacement pans to full palettes. Listed items include Pearlcolor refills at £3.50 each (Vibrant Orange, Shining Pink, Disco Red, Unicorn, Sunbeam, Copper Pearl, Red Violet) and a 6 Pearl Colour Set – Galaxy (G500) at £23.99. One refill, Sunbeam, is shown as out of stock.
  • Brause Calligraphy Paper — now stocked in both A3 and A4.

The site states it is always adding to its catalogue, and invites customers to get in contact if an item cannot be found, as it may be able to assist.

Who this suits

This range fits calligraphers who want pens, nibs, ink, paper, and finishing materials such as gilding supplies from one shop, and who work across styles — Spencerian and Copperplate dip-pen writing, manga-style work, and watercolour-based lettering. Because the site posts worldwide and has traded since 1993, it is also a reasonable option for buyers outside the UK looking for a long-established supplier. Check current stock and pricing on the individual product pages, since availability varies by item.