The above photo was taken in direct sunlight. Ink is swatched on Clairefontaine 90gsm paper, using a glass dip pen.
Specs
Name: Jingle Berry
Maker: Diamine
Color Family: Pink
Properties: Shading
Purchased at: Atlas Stationers (came in the 2022 Diamine InkVent)
What’s in a name?
This is clearly a take on Jingle Bells, and is a raspberry-esque hue, hence Jingle Berry.
Swatches
A large swatch of ink showcases the darkest this ink gets, as well as the maximum properties it has (when held at the right angle to show any shimmer or sheen). But what about when you’re writing a letter or notes with it?
The above was written on Tomoe River 68gsm paper, using a Diplomat Magnum fountain pen with a Medium nib.
Of course, for maximum effect you want to see it in light and in motion. The following video shows the ink swatched on Skylab Letterpress 160gsm cards.
Thoughts
This is a rather wet ink, and flowed more broadly in a Medium nib than I was expecting. It’s a fuschia/magenta hue, but interestingly enough it changes tone as it dries. It’s saturated in tone, but not neon-bright, thank goodness, and it has moderate shading. Nothing too dramatic, but noticeable when you read something written with this ink. Despite the unusual color, I’d say this is another good ink for beginners. It’s saturated enough to be legible, likely even in an EF nib, and flows like greased lightning. I’m sure it’s good for artistic use as well.
*All pics and vid were taken using a Samsung Galaxy S22 and color-adjusted to best reflect the hue of that ink.
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