Footprints In The Sand Ballpoint Pen Kits

Craft a pen that carries a message close to the heart with the Footprints In The Sand Ballpoint Pen Kit. Every detail of this spiritually inspired design tells the story of the beloved poem — from the calligraphy-etched barrel to the cross-accented clip and footprints-in-the-sand nib. Available in Antique Pewter, Chrome, Golden, and Gun Metal, it's a deeply meaningful pen for faith-inspired turners and gift-givers alike.

What truly sets the Footprints Kit apart is its fully themed, story-driven design. The finial captures footprints fading into the distance over calming ocean waves; the upper tube is engraved with an iconic excerpt from the poem in sweeping calligraphy; the clip bears a tasteful Cross; and the nib tip reveals a single set of footprints in the sand. Every surface has meaning — making this one of the most conversation-worthy kits you can turn.

Features

• Finial: Footprints fading into the distance with calming ocean waves — an immediate visual anchor to the poem's iconic imagery

• Barrel engraving: Iconic excerpt from "Footprints in the Sand" rendered in graceful, swooping calligraphy

• Cross clip: Tasteful cross accent mounted between the verse — a subtle but powerful faith-inspired detail

• Footprints nib: The pen tip reveals a single set of footprints in the sand, completing the storytelling from top to bottom

• Beginner-friendly build: Single tube, straight body design — minimal parts and easy assembly makes this a great first-time kit

• Includes Parker-style refill: Writes smoothly right out of the box — no additional refill purchase required to get started

• Multiple platings: Available in Antique Pewter, Chrome, Golden, and Gun Metal to match any blank or personal style

• Gift-ready significance: A pen with this much meaning makes a standout gift for memorials, baptisms, confirmations, or any faith milestone

Instructions

Footprints In The Sand Ballpoint Pen Kit Instructions

Tooling Requirements

• Drill Bit: 3/8 in

• Bushings: Bushings - Footprints Pen Kits (2 pc, #PKFSANDBU)

• Mandrel: 7mm Pen Mandrel

Mix & Match:

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Kit Includes

• Pen components (blank not included)

• 1 brass tube

• Parker-style refill (included)

Specifications

• Style: Ballpoint

• Design Theme: "Footprints in the Sand" — calligraphy verse, cross clip, footprints finial and nib

• Blank Size: 3/4" × 3/4" × 2-5/16"L (minimum)

• Drill Size: 3/8 in

• Overall Length: 5-5/16"

• Refill Type: Parker-style — upgrade with a Schmidt EasyFlow 9000 (sold separately)

Why Turners Love This Kit

• Every element of the pen tells a story — from the wave-and-footprints finial to the calligraphy barrel, it's a design that resonates far beyond the turning room

• A natural match for figured woods, burls, or resin blanks — the understated tube lets the blank shine while the hardware carries the narrative

• Single-tube build keeps things simple — even newer turners can complete this kit cleanly and be proud of the result

• One of the most giftable pen kits in the lineup — deeply personal for faith communities, memorial tributes, or any occasion with spiritual meaning