Archive for February, 2008

February 26, 2008 Off

Ink Cleaning

By CilSong in Uncategorized

I cleaned out all the barrels in my fountain pens the other day, and it’s crazy how much ink is stored in just the nib.  Everytime I thought that I’d gotten all the ink out, a little more color would dribble out.   It made a big difference in the writing quality afterwards though, so [...]

February 25, 2008 Off

Morning Routine

By CilSong in Food

Mouthwash, fix up the hairs, and a swig of UFO Hefeweizen beer.

February 12, 2008 Off

Leather Stuff

By CilSong in New York City

This shop is on 27th Street between 7th and 6th Avenue. Lots and lots of leather in all it’s untailored glory. The sign on the window says, “YES WE ARE OPEN PLEASE RING THE BELL.” I couldn’t believe this was the first time I’d seen this place considering I walked down this [...]

February 11, 2008 Off

Bike as Art

By CilSong in Bikes

This is Pill’s fixed gear that hangs so nicely up in the air in our apartment.

February 10, 2008 Off

Chinese New Year 2008

By CilSong in Holidays, New York City

The scene of the Chinese New Years celebration from my rooftop, on the corner of Mott Street and Bayard.