Marie and Rosa check out the California Pen Show for the first time! Join them as they explore rows of stunning pens, dreamy inks, and unexpected stationery treasures. They're sharing their honest reactions, favorite finds, and of course...their hauls. Was it overwhelming? Magical? Worth it? Tune in to find out!Some of the vendors we visited:Bloom Paper StudioDromgoole's Fine Writing InstrumentsEsterbrook PensEveryday Explorers CoGabby Wax CreatesHola Mijas BonitasKubo and LucyPinky ElephantShady Pines Paper CoSugar Turtle StudioWacky Paper CoZek PensZodiac Pens

Marie and Rosa are hitting Pasadena, CA for a stationery adventure! We’re visiting three must-see shops filled with journals, planners, pens, and ink—sharing our favorites, surprises, and what’s worth the trip.

Vroman's Bookstore: https://vromansbookstore.com

BLICK Art Materials: https://www.dickblick.com

Paper Source: https://www.papersource.com

Music Tracks:

“On Repeat”

Music I Use: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music

License code: G4ZXTTBCF4MHE8PC

Artist: : Marcus P.

“Inspire”

Music by: bensound.com

License code: 6F3HNQHFQ2SY5C49

Artist: : Benjamin Tissot

Marie and Rosa recap their experience at Bungu LA, where planner goals met purrfection! From stationery treasures to feline-themed surprises, their 2026 planner missions are officially locked in — and the cat content? Absolutely pawsome.

Some shops mentioned:

The Little Red House

Paper Plant Co

Hobonichi