Tom's Studio
A Labour Of Love
From the first pen I handmade for my wife to the pens I now design and/or make for customers around the world. I put the same care and attention into each and every pen. I love what I do and hope that it shows in the finished product!
Values & Craftsmanship
After 5 years of handmaking every single pen by hand on my 1960s Myford Engineering lathe. The craft of designing products where every tiny detail is considered is incredibly important to me.
Handmade by Tom
Watch my process of handmaking a pen
Creativity & Joy
I don’t know about you, but I feel pretty great when I’m in the glorious flow state of creating something whether that’s designing a product, getting lost in illustration or taking photographs. The tools we use should only add to the experience, by being a reliable companion that you can faithfully count on to create your best work. It’s my mission to create extraordinary tools that folks love using every day.
Engineering
I use Swiss CNC (robotic) lathes that allow me to create super delicate and intricate details as well as being able to fine-tune balance and finishes. This equipment is normally used to create parts for the aerospace industry, I really enjoy blurring the boundaries between engineering and creativity.
Sustainability
In a nutshell, my approach to sustainability is to design products made from incredibly durable materials, where every individual part can be separated (no glues, overmolding) so they can be recycled, easily replaced and without using anything with planned obsolescence (think ink refills and disposable pens). My hope is that my tools will allow folks to create with freedom without contributing to landfill or using up precious resources needlessly.
Craft & Manufacture
Where possible I have parts and packaging made in the UK and preferably within a 25mile radius of my studio. When this isn’t possible I work with small family-run businesses where craftsmanship, quality and innovation are at the heart of everything they do.
