Answers to your burning questions

  • Mostly, we offer good vibes and a celebration of brown stationery, from pens to ink to washi tape and everything in between. We also aim to create a social gathering annually at the Chicago Pen Show for like-minded friends to meet as well as offer accessories for your brown life, from enamel pins to custom pens and pen sleeves, stay tuned to catch limited drops and pre-orders.

  • If you want to be a member, congratulations. We hereby confirm your membership. You can sign up for the newsletter for more information.

  • Not necessarily! A love of brown stationery will suffice, and members may have many brown inks, a collection of brown washi, or favor brown colored stickers and journal layouts.

  • Carrier pigeon and smoke signals tend to be helpful. Or you can message me on instagram @inkykatwrites

  • We are very serious about loving brown stationery. But honestly, the entire association is just running on coffee and vibes and the occasional swear word.