Here’s a quick and easy way to add a pen holder to your notebook:
"The one thing missing from my Moleskine was a pen holder. I made this
one from black duct tape, and it looks pretty authentic. Not rocket
science I know, but I am pleased with it."
xfletch on FLICKR
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I’d be hesitant to trust an expensive pen to that.
Not had any problems myself. For extra security an additional strip of tape down the length of the pocket makes it pretty bombproof.
chreotech from eBay UK sells something similar, I just bought one & I’m looking forward to trying it out.
Picture here:
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Text here (edited slightly):
Automatic Pencil with Holder suitable for use with your Moleskine Pocket Notebook…)
Now you can carry a pen or pencil with your favourite pocketbook…The holder is thoughtfully designed and carefully made
> Adjustable – to fit most popular writing instruments (instructions supplied)
> Flexible, durable and strong
> Integrated – complements the look and feel of your Moleskine
> Turned edge – no raw edges visible
> Unique laminating sheet – makes this holder…
> Easy to fit – securely attached inside back cover
> Re-positionable – for a snug fit when notebook is held closed
(e.g. by the Moleskine elastic band)
> Removable – without damaging your notebook
> Transferable to a new notebook – when your notebook is full
Technical information
The pencil holder is made from … Duck Tape ® – is cut and assembled into the final product. The pencil holder is removable and re-usable, provided it is mounted on a stable (e.g. solid plastic or plastic-laminated) surface – laminating sheet supplied
Wow – he is charging $10 for them. I clearly missed a trick there! I’m not sure I would have the nerve to charge for something that take 5 minutes to make yourself.