Designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability
No more calligrapher's claw!
Introducing, the new 'Carrot', designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability. It takes all the best features from my much loved curved Flourish and sprinkles in some new elements.
Firstly, the weight, it will surprise you (in a good way!). Once you put pen to paper you'll notice how the weight increases stability and your nib, in turn, will glide across the page.
This reassuring weight paired with the body shape of the carrot will mean you barely have to hold the pen when you write (it will do a lot of the work for you) helping you to avoid the dreaded 'calligrapher claw' and improve your technique in the long run.
The pen is also fitted with my unique universal flange design which holds almost every kind of nib (big and small) and allows you to adjust the angle of the nib, further increasing the 'glide factor' of your writing.
Once you have the pen in your hand I am confident that you'll appreciate the true quality and craftsmanship that has gone into each design decision. Made from precision machined aluminium and brass, it's my hope that it will be something your grandchildren will happily be using in years to come.
I'm really proud of the Carrot and hope that you truly experience the joy of writing with this lovely little pen.
Brilliant ink for bold ideas!
Hi Tom, I would like to thank you for the Carrot pen, I love to write with it is a pleasure for my calligraphy soul. Thanks to the Tom´s studio!
This little beauty is all things right. 2 things make her stand out, besides the gorgeous deep dark purple, and that is her weight and balance. Of which both is perfect. I did get the Flourish first, and though I like her.. I LOVE Carrot! She just feels (and sits) right in the hand, and because there is a bit more to her, I feel I’m gripping less which allows more freedom (and less tension) and makes the conversation between pen and paper smoother. She is my go to pen.
Not only is this pen beautiful but it's easy to use. The weight is perfect and easy to handle I love that it allows you to adjust the angle. Makes it customizable to the user. It come beautifully packaged, with directions. Shipping from the UK to the US was way faster. Still need to practice more but couldn't think of another tool I'd rather use. I went with the seaglass color and it's gorgeous I loved having the option to select a color.
I am a researcher by nature. I read reviews, queried people who owned a Carrot, and then I placed an order for one. Katie, at Tom's Studio, worked with me via e-mails, ensuring I could get exactly what I wanted. It was like Christmas Day when it arrived! The pen was beautifully and carefully package. And I love this little guy. I love how it feels in my hand. I love how easy it is to change the nib. I love how it writes. And, yes, I even love the weight of the holder! This is a "no regrets" purchase!
I found this store while looking for an oblique pen holder that can use a variety of nibs and has a beautiful shape. I placed an order in Korea and I am so satisfied with the product that I want to order again. The center of gravity and balance are perfect, so it fits snugly in the hand and puts less strain on the wrist. I ordered it expecting a beautiful appearance and a screw-type plunger, and I am very happy that it showed a function that exceeded my expectations. I will cheer for tom's studio in Korea to prosper. thank you for the wonderful work.
This is such a luxurious calligraphy pen. The weight balance is perfect. Sits in the hand comfortably and the feel is very smooth .
I have been using oblique holders for over 6 years now and I have never seen anything like this one ☝️.
I would rather cut on my night out spend and purchase one more of this . ☺️
It took a bit of getting used to as it’s so small in the hand but the weight is good and it didn’t take long to feel it was working well.
I like the fact it’s thicker as my other flourish spins round in my hand and I have to keep putting it back in position!
The shape is helpful for my arthritic hands—I can practice calligraphy for much longer and with steady control! And the colors of this pen are absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Well done 🖤
I really enjoy using this pen. At first I was surprised by the weight and thought I’d find it too heavy… but no! It’s very well balanced and super comfortable to use. I also love the ease of the screw fit to quickly and easily change nibs. My new favourite pen for copperplate calligraphy.
I had been waiting for a nib holder with screw type flange because it’s just so much easier to change the nib without hurting my hand. I was also waiting until Tom made the fatter holder for ergonomic reason. I finally got mine a few days ago and tried it myself and IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! The thickness of the pen is perfect size for my hand. Easily adjustable and great for any nibs including Brause 66 EF. I just love LOVE it! Highly recommended
I've already got the oblique Original Flourish calligraphy pen so I know the adjustable flange is a winner. Love the carrot body. So comfortable to use with a weight that's just right so you can still feel it and use in the movement of shaping letters but it isn't tiring on the hand. Wish I'd got one sooner as this is going to be my go-to nib holder from now on.
I was told I would get my own before Christmas it’s the 31st of January, and I also cannot track my parcel anymore either!
Love my carrot pen but the hold part is quite slippery. I always have to put a bit of masking tape around to give something to enable me to stop it slipping. The holder is good for some nibs but not all. Be good to get a sl modification to help grip the pen when drawing down strokes
Just what I was looking for, great weight and comfortable feel. Only issue is it wasn’t as red as shown in the photo. Would like to of seen a more vibrant red but nonetheless it’s a great pen. Highly recommend!
The pen feels uncomfortable in my hand because, I think, it is too small. It is probably better for a female’s hand. The pen is well designed and if there was a bigger version it would be perfect.
Hey John! Thank you for your review – sorry to hear the Carrot wasn’t quite the right fit for you. We don’t currently have a larger version, but we’ll certainly pass your feedback along for future consideration.
I can see we’ve already reached out via email about arranging an exchange, and hopefully, we can find an alternative you’ll love! Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Warm wishes,
Rachel
This little pen is amazing to write with and is easy to change out the nibs when needed. It’s perfectly based for those of us with small hands or who like smaller pens. It’s also nicely balanced so my hand never hurts. Would recommend any of Tom’s Studio pens.
Carrot - Calligraphy Pen
A birthday gift that is lovely to look at and feels good in my hand.
For some reason I expected it to be bigger, reminds me of those tiny posh carrots. Took me a few days to get the knack of tightening to keep nibs in and now I’m in love.
Small enough for calligraphy in the wild with the box being a handy pen/nibs/ink container :)
I've wanted a carrot for so long and my assumptions were right....I love it! It feels wonderful in my hand and being able to adjust the flange.....wow! Has made the process so much more joyful! THEN .....the One Dip Wonder....icing on the cake! I usually use the Pilot Parallel pens because of the constant dipping fiasco, but now we have a game changer! Geez....why did this take so long???? 🤣
I absolutely love them both.....THANK YOU SO MUCH!
I have my eye on some replacement leads and calligraphy inks......will be making future purchases I'm sure!
I just love it!! I already have the Old Rose but wanted badly this Midnight color. They are comfortable and easy to write with.
Really beautiful build quality. A joy as an object. Can't wait to use it!
I have both a carrot and a flourish oblique and, I'm afraid, in the long term the screw type flange is not for me. Initially, everything was fine with both, but after a while the only way I can ensure consistent grip is by placing a rubber 'O' ring between the nut and nib. Otherwise, the nib keeps slipping - at best - or falling into the ink pot - at worst.
I am pretty new to calligraphy and I have a tendency to get a lot of supplies first and then sort of work my way through them deciding which I like best. This pen is absolutely amazing. Not only is it beautiful but I can write for at least twice as long comfortably as I can with another pen. The weight balances so nicely in the hand but I have no trouble making thin entrance or upstrokes. I have stopped buying other calligraphy pens since every time I go to practice I grab this one. I am going to order another just because I love it so much! Highly HIGHLY recommend!
I have been eyeing this pen for some time and decided to treat myself. My goodness, it is exceptional and an absolute joy to write with. I wasn't sure how I would like a shorter pen, but the weight and the balance while writing creates beautiful swells and incredibly thin upstrokes. It's very well made and my absolute go to. This will not be my last purchase from Tom's Studio and I can't wait to treat myself again.
I bought this for my daughter's birthday. She is delighted with it
Great calligraphy tool!