The occasion coincided with Florida getting ready to celebrate 249 years of America, just ahead of the Fourth of July.

Quill pens are fun to make and even more satisfying to use. They’re crafted from the shafts of primary feathers (the outermost wing feathers) from large birds, such as turkeys, geese, and swans.

Nearly two and a half centuries ago — in an era of quill pens, muskets and horse-drawn conveyances — America became the first modern democracy, founded on a belief in ...

Explore the fascinating history of quill pens with these 8 interesting facts. From their origins and craftsmanship to their cultural significance and modern revival, discover why quill pens remain ...

The number of quill pens that were produced in the early 19th century were astounding. Germany used 50 million quill pens per year. In 1832, England was importing 36.6 million quills from abroad ...

The pens are the same tool used by scribes of the original document in the 1700's. A Brisbane artist is hoping her art, through the stroke of a pen, will help get out the vote this Election Day.

Writer A.J. Jacobs wrote his manuscript using a quill and ink, inspired by a year of adopting the mindset and habits of the U.S. founders. This is A.J. Jacob's pen and article.

Quill pens were generally made from the five outer feathers of a goose or swan’s wing. The end of the feather was shaped to a point, with the hollow shaft of the feather serving as an ink reservoir ...

They are affectionately titled Quill Lyrics, Fountain Pen Lyrics, and Glitter Gel Pen Lyrics.” Advertisement These three voices have clear lines of separation.

Taylor Swift sorted her music into three playlists based on the kind of pen she imagines using when she writes songs—fountain pen, quill, and glitter gel pen. Search. Join Club Cosmo; ...