A Letterpress Christmas 2014 : Tom Froese + Everlovin’ Press

November 24, 2014 // kristen // 0 replies

I am head over heels for this clever collaborative collection of illustrated letterpress cards by Tom Froese (illustration) and Everlovin’ Press (printing), which offers a nostalgic look at the holidays from a refreshingly non-candy-coated perspective.

Inspired by the artifice and sentimentality of vintage Christmas decoration packaging, these cards aim to convey the true spirit of the holiday season – the ephemerality and, sometimes, the disappointment, along with a touch of the singular frustration that accompanies trying to put your string of lights back in the box the way they came, which, let’s face it, is just not possible without extraordinary amounts of time, engineering, and probably some heavy machinery.

Each card is printed on 130 # Bright White Coronado cover with a vellum finish and comes with a Grout Grey envelope by French Paper Co., plus a special little branded insert, also letterpressed!

images from Tom Froese + Everlovin’ Press

A Letterpress Christmas 2014 : Roundup #1

November 24, 2014 // kristen // 1 replies

This lovely little roundup of letterpress Christmas and holiday cards features designs that range in style from cozy and cute to understated and elegant. Let’s have a look, shall we?

Above, clockwise from top left : Isabell’s Umbrella // Smock // Tiselle // Paper Parasol Press // Paper Bandit Press // Nane Press // Parklife Press // Elum

images from their respective sources

Holiday Card Picks : Roundup No. 2

November 20, 2014 // kristen // 2 replies

I’m all about clean and modern design in this holiday card roundup, which includes oodles of fantastic lettering and type, as well as fun patterns and foil stamped elements that make these designs shine.

1. Studio Sarah 2. Think & Ink Studio 3. Vitamini 4. Quirky Paper Co. 5. Studio Sarah 6. Fig. 2 Design

images from their respective sources

Thanksgiving & Thankful Greeting Cards

November 18, 2014 // kristen // 0 replies

Thanksgiving, at least the one here in the U.S., is just over a week away and, even though it’s not traditionally a big “card” holiday, there are still many lovely cards designed to celebrate the holiday. Besides, it doesn’t have to be Thanksgiving in order for you to tell someone special that you’re thankful for having them in your life.

Here’s a little roundup of some of my favorite Thanksgiving and “thankful” cards this season, and I hope that you’ll find at least one in this bunch that catches your eye.

Above, clockwise from top left : Idlewild Co. // August & Oak // The White Lime // River Luna // Grey Moggie // My Dear Fellow Co.

images from their respective sources

A Letterpress Christmas 2014 : Hammerpress

November 17, 2014 // kristen // 0 replies

Hammerpress has hit one out of the park with their new letterpress Christmas card collection. The awesome mix of rich, saturated color, with great pattern and lovely hand lettering, make for some seriously eye-catching designs. And I cannot get enough of their die cut badge cards. So cool!

Check out all of the new designs in the Hammerpress shop, but before you go, here’s a taste of the craveable designs that you’ll find: