Alyson Kuhn’s Bookplates

February 08, 2010 // kristen // 1 replies

I’m really digging these custom bookplates, designed for Felt & Wire contributor, Alyson Kuhn, by Michael Osborne Design and letterpress printed at One Heart Press. We should all have such fantastic bookplates for our book collections, don’t you think?

If you get all tingly at the sight of beautiful bookplates, you’ll want to check out Alyson’s entire feature, Bookplates du jour, at Felt & Wire.

images from Felt & Wire

Saelee Oh Paper Cuts

February 08, 2010 // kristen // 3 replies

I was recently introduced to the work of artist Saelee Oh through a feature at Paper Forest, and I’m totally aswoon over her wonderful, whimsical creations. I love the way in which Saelee incorporates her paper cuts into mixed media work, weaving them seamlessly with illustrations to create textural landscapes. Her pure white, standalone paper cuts are quite beautiful, as well.

If you’re in the New York City area, you can to check out Saelee Oh’s exhibition at the Jonathan LeVine Gallery through February 13. Here’s a little eye candy from Saelee’s portfolio, and be sure to stop by her site to check out a couple of really fun stop motion animations that she created with Lana Kim.

images from Saelee Oh

Weekly Wrap #10 : Oya Embellishments

February 05, 2010 // kristen // 8 replies

The embellishment on this gift packaging, created by F. Ceylan Erzen of packageinstyle, is truly a gift in and of itself. The simple but chic brown paper wrap is adorned with “oya”, also known as Turkish lace, the history of which is thought to date back as far as the 8th century B.C. to the Phrygians of Anatolia. So lovely and intricate.

image from F. Ceylan Erzen

Eco Friendly Paper : The Local Paper

February 05, 2010 // kristen // 0 replies

I’m absolutely loving the new line of eco-friendly gift wrap from Houston, Texas based architect and designer, Sophia Malik. The Local Paper was developed from a love of pattern and design, and the collection takes its inspiration from travel, nature, and life.

The Local Paper’s first collection, the San Jose Collection, was inspired by a trip to Costa Rica and features pattern elements based on the intricate architectural details that can be found throughout the city. I can’t get enough of the subdued, oh so modern palette of white and silver on kraft colored paper, coupled with the gorgeous patterns.

The Local Paper products are created with a great commitment to both design and the environments. All products are printed on FSC certified papers with 30% recycled post-consumer fiber, and all of their packaging is recycled, recyclable, and biodegradable.

images from The Local Paper

Valentine’s Day Paper Crafts Roundup

February 04, 2010 // kristen // 1 replies

There are so many great Valentine’s Day paper craft ideas out there if you want to add your personal, handmade touch to everything from cards to garlands. Here’s a round up of several that have caught my eye over the past few weeks:

A tutorial for gorgeous Papel Picado valentines by Avie Designs:

Also from Avis of Avie Designs, a tutorial for pretty, easy to make doily valentines. On a side note, Avis is selling her 2010 calendars to help raise money for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Get more information here.

Learn how to make super cute, printable Valentine’s Day brownie bags and goodie bags from Kathleen at Twig & Thistle:

Check out the tutorial for this pretty paper heart garland, made using magazine pages:

Learn how to make glittery doily heart valentines at Zakka Life:

Mini doily valentines and paper heart wrapping ideas (I think I spot a book page in there!) from Martha Stewart (my Martha Valentine’s Day crafts roundup from last year can be found here):

A lovely printable poster, inspired by Love, Actually, from Adventures in Renovating a Brooklyn Limestone:

Make a Valentine’s Day heart book wreath with this tutorial from Flower Patch Farmgirl — can’t get enough of the book page crafts!

Use printable templates to make these adorable matchboxes containing folded enclosure cards and booklets. Printables and tutorial can be found at Swap-bot:

Super cute printable Valentine’s Day gift tags from Paper Glitter:

Make hanging glitter heart decorations out of cereal boxes. Use this technique to make all sorts of different glittery shapes, too:

images from their respective owners