Inspired by classic movies and movie stars from the golden days of Hollywood, the Noir Blanc Paper Collection from Tinkering Ink includes simple yet sophisticated patterns in black and white. I also love the fact that each design is named after a movie star. Featured above? Why, Humphrey Bogart (top) and Lauren Bacall (bottom), of [...]

The ultra-summery July 2007 issue of Martha Stewart Living features a number of inspirational articles for those of you looking to fancy up your summer get togethers.
My favorite was a craft-centric article that discusses the patterns in traditional bandana designs and uses those patterns as the inspiration for several craft projects, including invitations and paper [...]

Fantastic news on the Gocco front — Paper Source is now carrying Gocco machines, screens, and inks! They’re carrying the “Big Daddy” sized machine, which is twice the size of the B6 and prints sizes up to 6.5″ x 9.3″, allowing for more flexibility in your printing endeavors.
This is definitely great news for Gocco fanatics [...]

Giving a handmade card is the perfect way to personalize a gift or special occasion. ZeVin Creations, a sister-owned greeting card company, has something for most every occasion and uses everything from scrapbooking supplies to wallpaper and fabric to create their cards.
I’m loving the “Hats Off to the Grad” card (pictured above), customized with the [...]

I’m digging these colorful, stylized botanical prints from Atlanta based graphic designer Lexie Sullivan’s recently launched paper goods line. The bright, rainbow colored prints would brighten any room.

Lexie also has sets of cards with her signature dynamic style. Check out the full line of paper goods at Lexie Sullivan’s Etsy shop.
images from Lexie Sullivan Paper [...]