Oh So Beautiful Paper

I’m a big fan of the beautiful illustrations and hand lettering work from artist Karolin Schnoor – her latest series of white fruit screen printed postcards is so pretty, and I love love love the fairy tale series of letterpress and gold foil prints. Gorgeous!

Lots more over in Karolin’s etsy shop!

Photo Credits: Karolin Schnoor

Let’s face it, we all make mistakes. Hopefully one of these well-designed cards (along with a heartfelt apology written on the inside) will make it a bit easier to smooth any ruffled feathers and make amends.  — Tashia

Richie Design

Wild Ink Press

 

Cleanwash (left); Blackbird Letterpress (right)

Ink Meets Paper

Farewell Paperie

 

Sycamore Street Press

Sapling Press

Kristen Henderson Calligraphy

 

Smock (left); and Two Trick Pony (right)

Wit and Whistle

Echo Letterpress

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p.s. Lots more apology cards (along with sympathy and encouragement cards) right here!

These colorful screen prints from Shop Ampersand are so beautiful. The bright neon ampersands are so much fun, but I think the “Love” series – with French phrases over screen printed hearts – is my favorite. So pretty!

 

 

 

Lots more over at Shop Ampersand!

Photo Credits: Shop Ampersand

I love making new discoveries at trade shows, and I think my favorite discovery from NYIGF Winter 2013 was Little Korboose. The booth was packed full of fun screen printed goodies, from adorable alphabet prints and nursery artwork to tea towels and toys, all featuring April’s hand drawn illustrations. So so cute!

 

 

 

 

Little Korboose

These stunning lacquer jewelry and storage boxes from Swing Design stopped me in my tracks on the NYIGF floor. I love the clean lines and bright colors – yay for pretty storage!

 

Swing Design

I don’t often see pet-related goods at NYIGF, so I was super excited to stumble upon the modern pet accessories from Love Thy Beast! The collection includes cat houses with a graphic geometric pattern, large pet beds, animal collars, dog tote bags and winter jackets – even a greeting card collection in partnership with Near Modern Disaster!

 

 

 

Love Thy Beast

If you follow me on Instagram, you already know that I’m obsessed with these hot air balloons from Authentic Models. I want to hang them all over the ceiling of Sophie’s nursery (you know, if we ever manage to actually buy a house). I couldn’t resist taking a few extra photos of the nerdy library-inspired decor in the rest of the booth.

 

Authentic Models

Check back next week for the final recaps from NYIGF Winter 2013!

Photo Credits: Nole Garey for Oh So Beautiful Paper

I love that moment when you’re skimming through greeting cards and you come across one that causes you to chortle to yourself. You smile a little and realize that this snarky/sarcastic birthday card is perfect for someone you know. Someone that has a sense of humor and likes nothing more than to laugh a little (at themselves) on their birthday. Here is a roundup of smart cards that falls into that category. — Tashia

Parrott Design Studio

 

Egg Press (left); and Ink & Iron (right)

Farewell Paperie

Wishbone Letterpress

 

Night Owl Paper Goods (left); and Dude and Chick (right)

Sweet Harvey

 

Smock Paper (left); and Wild Horse Press (right)

Ink Petals

Akimbo

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