An awesome little stationary store in Westwood Village that has a surprisingly amount of great options. They really do have a great selection and even have some Jellycat in the back. Whether it's stationary or pens and everything related to it, you can pretty much find it here. The staff is also really polite. Parking in this area isn't too bad, you can find metered street parking if you go during the right time of day. I would say that pricing is fair and I would recommend to anyone searching for a good stationary option. read more

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We've been here a handful of times, mostly for emergency stationary and gifts. They have a good selection of notebooks, and paper. Found many of my staples, including Midori notebooks, notepads, and Fisher refills! They up-mark it somewhat compared to the other stores, but a fair amount. The staff has all been helpful for letting us try out pens, and hold them, many of them very patient and friendly. The selection doesn't seem to be updated often, but it is to be expected from a smaller store with a sizable collection of quality stationary. My boyfriend got his first gift to me from here; a navy, diplomat viper. I absolutely love everything, from the color, to the magnetic cap. No defects and little damage to the packaging! However recently, my family noticed an employee tailing me, from the moment I walked in, to further inside the store, until they decided to leave as it made them feel extremely uncomfortable. While we understand theft issues in the US, the shopping experience was compromised. Overall, a cute little shop to do shopping, from affordable to higher end options! read more

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"This is a really nice place with a great selection of fountain pens, and the customer service was good. The only downside is their hours -- they don't always seem to be open consistently, even during their posted business hours. If they improved that, this would easily be a top spot." read more

I went to this store a couple of weeks ago. They have a huge selection of pens to select from. I had the pleasure of working with Jeremy. He was super knowledgeable, personable and patient. I love that you are to test the pen before buying. I ended up purchasing a Pilot E95s, along with some inks, and am extremely happy with my purchase. I told Jeremy that I wanted to be one and done......but now am thinking, maybe just one more. Haha! read more

Still slowly trudging through my #StationaryStoreDay crawl. Living in the IE and making a commitment to get out to patronize these shops but I do what I can. Went in on 8.17.24 (a Saturday). What a treat for the students and residents surrounding the UCLA campus to have such a place near. Pens, Greeting Cards, Wrapping Paper, Journals, Notebooks, gift items for children, Card sets, candles etc. Service was chill. It's a cute little shop and I like it that they allow you to try the pens with the different journals to write in. Not all stationery stores allow you to do this. They also have a private area to which I believe they will do invitation consultation. BTW we parked in the Whole's Food free lot and walked down to the shop. Respectfully Reviewed read more

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Before the year comes to an end, I felt I had to write this review. Since moving to the United States, I had struggled to find a pen shop that truly felt right. Then, a few years ago, I discovered Flax Pen to Paper, and over several visits, I purchased fountain pens, notebooks, and inks from them. Every time I visited, I could genuinely feel how much they care about pens and paper. Their professionalism always made shopping there a pleasure. The staff are consistently kind, knowledgeable, and thoughtful, creating an environment where customers can take their time and truly enjoy pens and stationery. Thanks to them, I've had many genuinely happy experiences. One of the fountain pens I purchased, however, developed an issue with the nib. Because I live quite far away, I wasn't able to return right away. After quite some time had passed, I decided to visit again--honestly, with very modest expectations. That day, I was helped by the staff and Jeremy. Even though a significant amount of time had passed since my purchase, they warmly and generously offered an excellent solution. The experience was incredibly kind and heartfelt--completely different from anything I've encountered at other pen shops in the U.S. I felt both grateful and a little sorry for their generosity, and I couldn't bring myself to leave without purchasing a few notebooks and inks. So I bought some notebooks and inks. It was a very warm-hearted experience. Flax Pen to Paper is truly a wonderful place. I sincerely appreciate that they exist and continue to run this business with such care and integrity. The forecast says it's going to rain tomorrow, but I'll still be stopping by to buy my planner for next year--and I know I'll be coming back again and again. Flax Pen to Paper-- thank you so much for being here. I truly mean it. If you're looking for notebooks, pens, or stationery, look no further. This is the place you should go. Based on my years of experience, I can't recommend them highly enough. I truly love Flax Pen to Paper. read more

Great selection! I was looking for some Japanese stationary for my friend and they had exactly what I was looking for. An LA gem

Checked out Flax this afternoon on a few recommendations online, and I can wholeheartedly agree with the beaming reviews that they are given. Jeremy and his staff (I didn't catch their name!) were amazingly friendly, knowledgeable and were more than happy to answer all of my silly, small questions as a first time pen buyer. They have a huge selection of pens, inks and paper products, all of which were excellently presented. I was shown a range of pens spanning from entry level to where I set my budget, and slightly above, for comparison purposes. Every question I asked was answered professionally and there was absolutely no upsell/salesman ick when it came to choosing the pen that was right for me. We will definitely be going back, mostly because we were told that sometimes there's a dog that comes to work with Jeremy.. the helpfulness and kindness are also a nice little cherry on top. Thank you Flax! read more

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Service is fantastic! I'm a beginner and wanted to look for a good entry-level fountain pen and Gabby gave me pens to test out. I ended up choosing two Twsbi Eco pens for myself and a Lamy as a gift to my boyfriend. The store also has a wide selection of bottled ink to choose from, great ballpoint pens if those are your preference, LEUCHTTURM notebooks, etc. Can't recommend this place enough! Great customer service and an amazing selection of pens to choose from. read more

This place is great. Parking could be tricky, but they have a great selection of pens and ink. I wish I came here when I was looking for Troublemaker Inks! If you're obsessed with fountain pens you can't miss this place if your in SoCal. I didn't think I would get anything but a Pilot Custom 743 FA caught my eye. Service was friendly. They seem to like pens, as we slightly raved about the FA nib. Some people just sell pens and don't even know why each one is so special. So it was nice to chat with someone who likes pens too. If I'm in the area I'd come back for sure, but being on vacation it did take about an hour out of my way to get to. read more

I recently went to Flax and the sales lady Sarah deceptively gave me the wrong colored pen because they did not have the color pen I requested in the stub size. I complained to the manager Jeremy and he acted as if this was not unusual. I did not realize the color of the pen I was given was not the color I requested until I was back home. The staff department and service has drastically deteriorated since the original owners left. I would never do business with this store again. Thor H Griffin read more

Interesting shop, would recommend, good service. Recommended attending the Pen Show.

Great selection of fountain pens and the staff is incredibly helpful and patient. They allowed me to test multiple pens and never made me feel like I was asking too much of them. read more

I heard about this store from Tik Tok since im a stationery enthusiast. I originally went in on friday the 19th just to check out the Esterbrook pens (specifically the King of the night) but they had the kingfisher and it was love at first sight. I interacted with Lori who was so kind enough to let me try out different nib sizes. I ended up taking home the kingfisher. Unfortunately the day after as i was admiring the sparkle i noticed a scratch on the cap and after paying 300+ $$$ i think anybody would've expected a flawless pen, it was my fault i should've inspected the body before i bought it. Anyways i kindly sent an email to see if an exchange was possible. The same day i emailed i called the store and Lori said to bring it in. Comes Monday (today) I went in no questions asked Jeremy (the store owner) immediately brought out another pen for me to exchange with, i wanted to keep my original body just wanted to exchange the cap, he said ok. I felt like a hassle but both Lori and Jeremy were patient with me and as a customer i truly appreciated that. Also as I was looking at the inks Jeremy told me it was a good idea to date my inks, in case i have a problem with any of my pens i have the inks to rule out, I appreciated the advice :) especially as someone who is new to fountain pens and inks! Thank you guys! I will be back for another pen soon! read more

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This is my happy place! The store offers incredible selection of pens (fountain pens, roller balls, etc) and stationeries. The staff are amazing also. If you are a pen enthusiast, give them a visit. They also have a pre-loved section. The store is amazing! read more

Flax was my go-to stationery store when I lived near Westwood, and I still can fondly remember finding excellent cards whenever a birthday or special occasion was coming up. It always felt like a particularly nerdy adventure to walk in and search the shelves for the card that perfectly captured the vibe or sentiment I wanted to communicate, and when I visited the store recently, I was pleased to see that the store's high quality remains intact. While I did pick up some cards during this trip, I did see a staff member dutifully help someone with a pen purchase. Flax does sell a wide selection of pens, and I was impressed by the tips and guidance that the employee gave this person as they got acclimated to their new pen. With the great selection and customer service, I will always recommend this store! read more

Love this place. One of the very few awesome fountain pen stores around. The staff is great and are always very helpful. They can also order almost anything if they don't have what you want in stock. I also peruse the selection of Bellroy bags and backpacks apart from the fountain pen and ink collection. I always walk out with something nice when I leave the store. Either for me but mostly for my wife. read more

Made a visit to Flax Pen To Paper, after hearing about it as a go-to place for fountain pen enthusiasts in Los Angeles area - and I am adding to that chorus of voices! I wanted to slowly browse everything in the store, so I did. I visited during the dates for the San Francisco Pen Show (when representatives of the store took a portion of everything up to the show floor!), but was still delighted with the variety of products available that day. STORE OFFERINGS: FOUNTAIN PENS: There were "grail" pens on display behind glass, inkwells in various designs, everyday carry pens on display in cases, trays of pens at the counter, with occasional notes describing the brand and pens. I loved that many displays show the fountain pens both capped or posted so you can get a sense of the length of the pen when in use. PAPER: there is a variety of fountain pen-friendly papers in notebooks, sheets, notepads, and traveler's notebooks too. Dot grid, lined, blank, schedulers, daily journals, you name it, in different smoothness and "tooth"; there was a significant variety of Rhodia, Traveler's Company, Leuchtturm, Mnemosyne (paper rolled between steel for extra smoothness!), Apica notebooks. There was a selection of Midori as well. INKS: These were displayed in a separate section with a very helpful binder with swatches that you could pick up and take around with you (like towards the window with sunlight), so you can really see how the inks look under different lighting. I wanted to see the Pilot Iroshizuku ink swatches and was delighted to see two series of swatches; it was helpful to see how inks "aged" over time on the older swatches, and how the ink looked when "fresh". There was Pilot Iroshizuku, Sailor inks, Ferris Wheel Press, Diamine, Monteverde, Private Reserve, Lamy, and Colorverse. There were also cartridges and a good selection of converters (including for Cross, which I was looking for in particular and out of stock in other places). ACCESSORIES and OTHERS: For fountain pens you've got pen flushes, syringes, portable inkwells, pen cases (leather and fabric). There were also bags, greeting cards, fine papers, wrapping paper, staplers, sharpeners, pencils, ballpoint pens, a children's section, erasers, cards...a wonderful spot to find nice stationery and desk goods. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Gaby at the front desk and Jeremy, one of the co-owners, were very friendly and helped with any question I had. The two shop dogs were friendly but not overly so - very cute and chill and even got to see one napping behind the register. It was easy to ask questions during my visit: about paper: how a Midori brand paper compares with Rhodia, and Gaby had a sample sheet of Rhodia (with tester Pilot Metropolitans at the ready for me to use since I didn't bring my own pens) that I could write on myself. About what Cross pen I had, which I had photos of, which she also helped me identify and find the appropriate converter for. About how Sailor Manyo inks have lovely shading that's not too in your face but wonderfully complex. PARKING: There is limited street parking available, and if you were visiting the nearby Hammer Museum is a nearby walk from their parking garage. OVERALL: I had a great time during my visit, and did not feel pressured at all when taking my time walking around the whole shop. I learned a lot about my relatively new hobby from speaking with helpful Gaby and Jeremy. I note that in the future (when I don't visit during a pen show weekend) that there may be even more things to check out. Wonderful! read more

From Fountain Pens to Fanfare Ventured into Flax Pen to Paper and now I'm convinced my emails are jealous. This place turns the novice note-taker into a lettered legend with more fine pens than a royal scribe. They've got pens that make signing your name feel like you're knighting a loyal subject. Waterman, Namiki, Cross--every scribble is a coronation. And let's not forget Pelikan and Montegrappa, because who doesn't want a quill from the same brand that sounds like a mythical beast? Leather goods so plush, I half-expected them to moo. Journals and photo albums that could double as family heirlooms--I'm already apologizing to my future grandkids for the stories they'll have to hear. And stationery? It's like choosing a favorite child. You've got formal, informal, and what I call 'royally embossed'. Each sheet is a potential masterpiece waiting to happen. They suggest appointments for custom stationery, which makes sense, because picking out your personalized paper here is like having a fitting for a suit--tailored, meticulous, and you'll feel like James Bond. By the end of my visit, even my grocery lists were demanding a Porsche Design pen. Flax Pen to Paper, thanks for making my written word look unwaveringly wonderful. Emails, beware, you're on the brink of extinction. read more

After a good solid browse of this beautiful shop, I was casually approached by a calm and friendly lady who asked if I had any questions. 'Can you please tell me why I've never been here before,' I asked. Neither of us could say why - it's a pretty popular stretch in Westwood Village. But, I'm very happy to have finally found this lovely store. (And the lady was very able to answer any other question I had) It's a throwback of sorts, but is vibrantly contemporary, too. It's not for your digital needs, as their name suggests. Fountain pens with ink cartridges, sure. Thoughtful greeting cards, yes. An array of journals from whimsical to serious are available. Books for Photo-albums or travel scrapbooks, plus some reading material. There's a quarterly journal of distinction, for instance, that's available here. I'd never heard of it, but that's kind of a familiar theme for me here. I loved being exposed to all this thoughtful wonderment. It's a warm and lovely respite to walk the aisles here and explore. Great gifts abound; even gifts you might consider giving yourself. I'm so happy this store exists (and has for nearly 20 years, I believe). Definitely worth popping in and seeing so many options on how to help chronicle and share your experiences. read more

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Staff did not check in or even acknowledge me. Very unpleasant unprofessional experience. Will not be returning, despite nice selection. Bought a LAMY 2K somewhere else. Awful experience read more

What a gem! What a store! The staff are very friendly along with the two whippet mascot dogs. The dogs are so sweet and gentle. I tried to take photos of the dogs, but they were too fast! I love stationery stores! The art of handwriting and letter writing should not be a lost art. With a fountain pen, one truly takes time to focus and be present when writing those words on paper. So come inside, browse, and soak in the good energy of the art of handwriting! Metered parking on the street. read more

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I've been a customer for years, going back to the former owner in Westwood. With Jeremy at the helm, he has continued the excellent customer experience that I have come to expect, and the great selection of writing instruments that I have come to depend on for myself, and to purchase his gifts. The entire staff is knowledgeable and their selection is superb. They're always willing to assist which is something that you do not find in retail stores anymore. If you're shopping for a beautiful writing instrument or paper goods or a wonderful ink selection, this is the most go to store. read more

lovely welcoming environment and the employees were helpful and kind would recommend this place any day

Excellent selection of pens, stationery, and notebooks. Long ago, I went in there asking about a passwords journal I'd seen in there before, and the staff just laughed at me and asked me "isn't that what the history tabs on your computer are for?" I doubt he's still working there, but Westwood can be a bit snobbish. Overall, I'd recommend this store for its unique selection and generally good customer service. read more

Cannot be more ecstatic that Flax exists! I'm a big stationery nerd and finding a good quality stationery store is so difficult. I could count them on one hand in LA. When I moved to the Westside, I was practically dying from the dirth of stationery stores. I thought my only choices were Michaels and Blick! Checked the store out on a weekday afternoon and iT was not that busy. It's in a high foot traffic area (Westwood Village near UCLA) and near some good food spots so there were still a fair number of customers when I went in. I was specifically looking for fountain pen ink. So pLeasantly surprised that they had options! Not just Lamy or pilot too. They have a pretty good selection of notebooks and paper goods. But what I'm most pleased about is they also carry the Travelers Notebook system! You know a store is quality if they have the TN system. They also have a fair bit of Moleskine and Leuchtturm options (bullet journal ftw!) Staff are quite knowledgeable and helpful as well. Most definitely visiting again! read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here! I was able to get assistance from Joan Flax, the owner, and she recommended and let me try several fountain pens after I had told her what I was looking for. I asked many questions about pen upkeep, loading, and use. She was patient and informative, and we worked together to find the pens I liked! In a world of online buying, I am so pleased to find a store where not only can I try the items before I buy, and feel them in my hand, but as importantly, get excellent customer service! read more

As an utterly huge fan of stationery goods I am happy to still see this place supporting the art and craft of everything behind writing and the pen. Flax offers support fine pens and accessories. Hard to find refills that the big box sellers don't care about is here. I am also happy to find Filofax supplies here to keep my quaint addition of organization. read more

Hosts an exquisite collection of pens. I have never visited a shop with such an extraordinary display pf writing instruments.

This is one of Los Angeles's finest boutiques. With a long legacy of excellence and impeccable customer service. I am sure that Ray and Charles Eames were frequent customers of the previous Flax store. If life is in the details, Flax will definitely help you sort a few. As good as it gets. read more

It's not easy to find a brick-and-mortar pen shop in Los Angeles. Most companies are e-commerce which I get, but at the same time purchasing a pen is like purchasing a car. Kicking the tires and taking it out for a test drive is essential. At Flax Pen to Paper you can do that very thing and see things in person prior to purchasing. That said the shop is beautiful and they have a great selection of pens of varying price points, ink, stationary, leather goods, note books, wrapping paper, etc, They are pleasant to deal with and are very helpful. I purchased a Conklin All American (Brownstone/Medium) pen which had some hard starts and they quickly addressed the issue with a nib swap. Then pen writes well ow and is a beautiful addition to my collection. I've also purchased multiple ink bottles and other misc. office supplies. If you are in the market for a pen, ink, or stationary pay them a visit. Both Joan and Dara are great! read more

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I want to say a huge thank you to Ryan at this store who went out of his way to let me try a million pens until "the one" found it's way in my hand. I'm new to the fountain pen world and Ryan was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and friendly. You could buy this stuff online but why should you? Prices are comparable, the staff is great, you get what you want right away and you support a small local business. read more

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This place is heaven for anyone obsessed with stationary, pens, and all things paper. I came here looking for some notebooks and stationary. They have such an extensive inventory and you will find things that you can't get at other stores. I found these note books made in Japan with the smoothest paper. It makes taking notes such a joy. I especially like their collection of cards and wrapping paper. I got some "Little Prince," paper for my friend's baby shower. There are a lot of great gift items as well. I also have bought a few pens here and they have totally got me hooked. The customer service is excellent and they will help you find exactly what you are looking for in your price range. Note: there is plenty of meter parking outside but sometimes it can be a bit difficult to snag a spot during busy times. read more

Everything went well. Knowledgeable employees, great selection, and great service. They have earned my repeat business.

Good place to shop for gifts. You can depend on Flax for classic stationery brands like Rhodia, Moleskine, Crane, etc. They have a nice selection of paper goods - very old school, very lovely. I do wish they had some more options from smaller businesses/designers/artists. If your taste runs more on the feminine, creative or whimsical side you may have a hard time finding something you like. But I still love to shop there and plan to continue! read more

This is simply an amazing place to shop for all of your stationary needs. I've been here a few times and the staff is always warm and professional. They offer an extensive collection of beautiful paper, cards, journals, calligraphy pens, etc... I don't write letters or gift wrap often so instead I like to buy their paper for various crafts, and collage backgrounds. This is also one of the best places to buy cards for special occasions...not your typical Hallmark finds. Today I bought two blank cards to send to relatives. There was so much to choose from, and Lori was great in helping me. The few times I've been there, Joan, the owner has always been very nice, with a welcoming smile. If you're looking for quality stationery that's well crafted and unique, Flax Pen to Paper is where it's at. 014/100. Yelp Challenge.(2016) read more

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A great family friendly business with a wide selection of quality, pens, inks, and bags. Knowledgeable staff always makes me feel welcome. For high end resurgence in analog writing there's no other place to go but here. read more

I am so happy this shop made it through the pandemic. The staff is so patient, my son pestered Ryan with a million questions about this and that. He answered all of them so patiently and expertly. They helped us restore an old Waterman to working order and we walked away with a beautiful new Waterman as well. When it came to our teacher's birthday, my son immediately wanted to get her a pen as well from this shop because he knew that if she had any problems, they would immediately help her. They truly love what they do and it was amazing just to look at all the beautiful pens and pencils. read more

One of the very few fountain pen stores left in southern California, this place is absolutely beautiful. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable (depending on who you ask). If you want to try out a pen, just ask and they'll let you take it for a spin. The store itself looks small from the outside but it is quite large and well lit inside. You have a relatively large selection of fountain pens from Sailor to Pilot, Pelican, Visconti, and even Graf Von Faber Castell. Ink selection is not the best but carries a large variety of Iroshizuku and Diamine colors. The back of the store also has a pretty big selection of stationeries but as far as fountain pen friendly paper goes, it's mostly Rhodia, Apica Premium, and Leuchtturm1917. There's a few other paper brands but none too notable. I didn't see Clairefontaine. Overall a really clean and friendly environment. If you want to try out some fountain pens before buying, I can't recommend this place enough. If you're a pen addict like me, it may be difficult to leave without your wallet feeling a bit on the lighter side. read more

LOVE this stationery store!!! A beautiful old school feel not too many stores have these days...... Very tranquil and classy!!!! You find the best & unique gifts at this store!!! read more