Gift Ideas for the Stargazer

December 04, 2012 // kristen // 4 replies

This year, we have gazed up at the night sky in wonder, marveling at the beauty of the stars and the mysteries of the universe. And many designers and stationers have taken inspiration from this experience, using it to create beautiful astronomy, constellation, and star themed paper goods that are simply perfect for the stargazer on your gift list.

Above, clockwise from top right : Constellations Decorative Paper (Capricorn to Gemini & Virgo to Sagittarius) | Charles Lahti; Zodiac Letterpress Birthday Calendar | Hello Tenfold; You’re My Star Personalized Print | Eva Juliet; Laser Cut Constellation Art | Alexis Mattox Design; Stitch the Stars Calendar Kit | Heather Lins; The Northern Sky (The Southern Sky also available) Silkscreen Print | Stellavie; It Was Written in the Stars Art Print | Penelope and Pip; Starry Night by Meera Lee Patel

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Whimsical Holiday Cards by Carolyn Suzuki

December 04, 2012 // kristen // 0 replies

I was first smitten with Carolyn Suzuki’s cards the moment I laid eyes on them last summer, and I’m so jazzed about her new holiday card collection, which features oodles of awesome designs. One of my favorite things about her cards is that the designs and/or complimentary patterns carry through to the back, so you get double the eye candy, all in one card!

Here’s a peek at some of the wonderfully whimsical cards from the collection, and you can head over to Carolyn’s site to see all of the designs in the collection.

images from Carolyn Suzuki

A Letterpress Christmas, Roundup #6

December 03, 2012 // kristen // 1 replies

Today’s collection of letterpress holiday cards is a veritable smorgasbord of seasonal cheer, with wonderful typography, gorgeous illustrations, and a curious bear tangled in lights. Check it out:

Row 1 : Bird and Hands Ornament Cards | Karolin Schnoor

Row 2 : Beary & Bright | Bears Eat Berries and Joyeux Noel | Bespoke Press

Row 3 : Bird & Holly | Inkling Print and Jolly Holiday | Dutch Door

Row 4 : Jingle Your Bells | FareWell Paperie and Oak Wreath | Ilee

Row 5 : Merry Christmas Snow | Honizukle and Winter Heart Mittens | Inkling Print

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Holiday Card Picks #5

December 03, 2012 // kristen // 0 replies

There are still so many awesome holiday cards that I want to share with you, and today’s collection is a fun, modern bunch, including super cool illustrated designs, lovely botanicals, and a Christmas cactus!

Row 1 : New Jersey Holiday (proceeds go to the American Red Cross to help families affected by Hurricane Sandy) | Three Little Words and Snowman | Flutter Flutter

Row 2 : Illustrated Holiday Cards | Leah G and Monogram Christmas | Berin Made

Row 3 : Wreath | Laura Macchia and Stag | Elisa Mac

Row 4 : Polar Bear | Leah G and Cactus Car | Inklosures

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Weekly Wrap #138 : Bobalong Gift Wrap + Tags

November 30, 2012 // kristen // 1 replies

I am totally digging these lovely, modern (and eco-friendly!) holiday wrapping papers and letterpress gift tags from Bobalong Press. The pretty papers are available in two patterns: Baubles (ruby red and white) and Thruppence (vintage copper and white). Combine their modern gift wrap designs with Bobalong’s coordinating, retro-inspired gift tags for packages that are chic, sleek, and undeniably eye-catching.

images from Bobalong Press