Ocean Themed Wood Journals from Cardtorial

July 24, 2017 // kristen // 0 replies

How gorgeous are these new, ocean-themed wood journals from Cardtorial? So, so gorgeous! Inspired by the bold colors, patterns, and textures of the sea, the new Ocean Collection features wood journals and other ocean-inspired goods that are a feast for the eyes. I can’t get over how beautiful and intricate the designs are and, honestly, I think I’d have the urge to hang these on the wall and call them wall art because they’re just so pretty.

Have a look at all of the ocean-inspired goodies in the Ocean Collection right here.

images from Cardtorial

Mother’s Day Card Wrap Up

May 04, 2015 // kristen // 0 replies

I’m wrapping up this year’s Mother’s Day card picks with a group of designs that includes a little bit of everything! You’ll find lovely illustrations, hand lettering, and a little bit of laser cut detail in this craveable bunch.

Looking for more mom-themed inspiration? Check out my previous Mother’s Day card roundups.

Above, clockwise from top left: Anna Emilia Laitinen for Red Cap Cards // Fine Day Press // 1canoe2 // Anni Betts // Plane Paper // Evermore Paper Co.

images from their respective sources

Holiday Card Picks : Holiday Photo Cards

December 02, 2014 // kristen // 0 replies

The larger card shops have really stepped up their game over the past year, adding on trend details like foil stamping and die cutting as options for the already beautifully designed cards in their shops. Here are some of the gorgeous photo card designs that have caught my eye this season:

1. Elk Design 2. Ladyfingers Letterpress 3. Angela Marzuki 4. Pistols 5. Elm and Gray 6. Tallu-lah 7. Pistols 8. Olivia Kanaley 9. Petite Alma

images from Minted and Tiny Prints

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Quick Picks : 5.8.14

May 08, 2014 // kristen // 2 replies

by Anna Walker (so lovely!) – via

This Week’s Picks

♥ MOO is celebrating letterheads with imaginative business card and letterhead designs for some of history’s most prolific figures, including everyone from Jane Austen to Albert Einstein. Great concept!

♥ These lettered tags by Alex Ramon Mas are fierce.

♥ Create a sweet, origami Mother’s Day card with this tutorial from Zakka Life.

♥ Before Pantone, there was A. Boogert, a 17th century artist who created a most amazing book of color. The color chart in the top image is incredible! – via all over the place

♥ Avie Designs has launched a Kickstarter campaign to help them get some seriously pretty, laser cut paper goodies to market.

image from Anna Walker