1Canoe2 Things That are Long + 2011 Letterpress Calendars

September 27, 2010 // kristen // 1 replies

Remember the awesome “Things That Are Round” letterpress print from 1Canoe2? Super cool, and I’m delighted to see that the second letterpress print in the “Things That Are…” series has been released. The latest print is called “Things That Are Long” and features, well, things that are long. And what clever things they are! “Things That Are Round” sold out in 24 hours, so you’ll probably want to pick up the new print pretty quickly, before it’s gone, too.

And is it too early to start talking 2011 calendars? I don’t think that I can hold back much longer, as I’ve been seeing more and more fantastic 2011 calendar designs over the past couple of weeks and am just bursting at the seams to start sharing. 1Canoe2 has four (!) letterpress calendars for the coming year, including a “Things That Are Long” calendar and a calendar with a neato nautical theme.

images from 1Canoe2

Cartoules Letterpress Art Prints

September 23, 2010 // kristen // 2 replies

I’m really digging these letterpress art prints from Cartoules Letterpress. The pattern in the cloud and grass/leaf are on the Nature print is fantastic, as is the background pattern on the Red Chair print — a perfect match for letterpress printing. And the quotes are so uplifting and inspiring. The limited edition prints were made in small runs of 21 (Nature) and 15 (Red Chair), so be sure to check them out before they’re gone!

ETA : Julie from Cartoules has generously offered to give Paper Crave readers a 20% discount on these lovely prints! There’s no expiration, and in order to receive your discount just email her directly (julieATcartoulesletterpressDOTcom) for your order, mentioning Paper Crave when you do. Thanks, Julie!

images from Cartoules Letterpress

Constellation & Co. Letterpress Cards + Invitations

September 22, 2010 // kristen // 2 replies

I’m loving what I’m seeing from Sara & Brad McNally, aka Constellation & Co., the Seattle based letterpress and design duo who recently launched their line of Sweet and Snarky letterpress mini cards, clever greetings like the Want to See My Library Card above (love it!), and letterpress posters and prints. Constellation & Co.’s portfolio is also filled with lovely custom letterpress invitations and announcements, a few of which you can get a peek at below. Head over to Constellation & Co. to check out their portfolio, and have a look at their full line of ready to order paper goodies at the Constellation & Co. Etsy shop.

Sweet and Snarky Mini Letterpress Cards, perfect for many occasions and for your friends and family who are totally crushing on Abraham Lincoln:

Selections from the Constellation & Co. custom invitation portfolio:

images from Constellation & Co.

Even More Awesome Business Cards

September 21, 2010 // kristen // 1 replies

The awesome business card designs have been building up in my bookmarks, and I think it’s about time for another round of swoonworthy business card design inspiration. Oh, boy, do I ever have some fantastic designs to show you!

First up are motion graphics designer Sophie Gallo’s handmade business cards. She calls this project “her Everest”, and I can see why. She used a combination of screen printing, Gocco, and letterpress techniques to create these beauties. I’m absolutely fascinated by her use of an etching press as a letterpress. Sophie actually shares a video of the process, so you can see how she used the press. Hmm, defnitely has me thinking. Here are the beauteous results:

How can you not love a business card that has been die cut in the shape of a pear, and a bearded pear, at that? And that logo is so memorable and fun! – via FPO

I’m swooning over these letterpress business cards for web development and design company Ackmann & Dickenson, printed by Studio on Fire. Custom duplex paper, a silver/gray/navy blue palette, custom die cutting, and a fantastic quilted letterpress pattern … just … swoon.

Ooh, this is one sexy business card. Created by Studio Z Mendocino for Maria Bernal Photography, the card features hot pink edge painting, clear, pewter-y silver and hot pink foil stamping, and it’s letterpressed onto ultra thick, museum mount paper. – via Card Observer

Love this letterpressed business card for Image is Found, part of the identity system created for the company by designer Lindsay Preston. Using the logo to create the pattern on the cards is so clever.

More fantastic pattern in a bold and lovely teal on Cleanwash’s letterpress business cards. I absolutely adore their logo, too!

These business cards for photographer/videographer Cale Glendening by Invisible Creature are little works of art. From the chic, embossed black mini envelopes to the die cut area that creates a filmstrip effect when the business card is pulled from the envelope, these cards are swoonworthy personified. – via Notcot

Letterpress plaid (!) patterns are jaw droppingly cool on these business cards designed by Mark Saunders for PlaidLab and printed by Studio on Fire.

Oh so adorable and lovely letterpress business cards for jewelry designer Elephantine by We Heart Paper:

Love the pattern and texture on these embossed, foil stamped, and engraved business cards for Vertical Product Development / Soudy Khan. – via Card Observer

images from their respective owners

Spring Olive Cheeky Phrase Cards

September 20, 2010 // kristen // 1 replies

I’m completely digging the new Cheeky Phrase Cards from Spring Olive. The fun letterpress greetings feature phrases like “You Rock”, “Chin Up”, and “Howdy” and are a great, more informal way to let friends and family know that you’re thinking of them. I just love the combination of hand lettered phrases and ornate pattern on kraft stock in this pretty (and fun!) collection. More cheeky eye candy: