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Hello Brick & Mortar: Real Customers, Love Multiplies Love
In early February of 2005, I stood in line at a post office in Washington, DC with a stack of envelopes sandwiched between my hands and my chin. The lady in front of me turned and said “Well, don’t you have a lot of sweethearts!” It made me ineffably happy. It was the end of my third year of law school and I was doing fine, in the sense that your third year is your last year. But I had spent a week on my floor making 50+ valentines with the sneaking suspicion about happiness and where I might find it. The moral of this story is: I am a ridiculous fan of Valentine’s Day and it comes as a surprise to absolutely no one that I’m no longer practicing law. – Emily of Clementine
Illustration by Emily McDowell for Oh So Beautiful Paper
Makers, the cards this year are truly amazing. I purchased about 1/8 of what I wanted. Here are the first round of Valentine’s Day picks from my fantastic customers. The second round comes on February 13-14th (you’ll notice, there are only two dudes in this post and they’re both under 3).
Deina & Elliot ~ Macon York, I’m Still In Love With You, a love note to Deina’s husband in the weeks before their 2nd baby!
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Drey ~ Sycamore Street Press, Friends Forever, sending the same note to two friends, both in love transitions to remind them of their bond as friends.
Adrienne & Jack ~ Betsy Ann Press, xoxo, for Jack’s older sister who gives him endless hugs and kisses.
Kate ~Belle & Union, Bushel and a Peck, for her husband, a song they sing to their twin boys.
Katie ~ Mr. Boddington, I would go anywhere with you. True words, for her husband.
Lucy ~ May Day Studio, You are my sunshine, a song she and her fiancé sing to each other.
Marshall ~ Scout’s Honor Co, Perfect Pair, for her boyfriend who said no Valentine gift, but he wears these shoes, so…
Rachel ~ Rifle Paper Co, You’re a Fox, for her girlfriend, who loves foxes, has fox gloves and saw a fox on her walks back home. In conclusion, foxy.
Sas ~ Happy Cactus, Fruity Valentines, sweet hellos for her nieces and nephews.
Nan ~ Anemone Press, a card for her mother, who is!
Ilana ~ Banquet, Neon Heart, the ultimate Valentine.
Love to you of you; makers, buyers, lovers. Now go, send your cards, slip your notes. Send them to your sweetheart, your long lost loves and anyone and everyone who fits into your heart. Go forth and multiply that love.
NYNOW Winter 2014, Part 4
Today I’m back with a whirlwind of amazing stationery from the NYNOW winter 2014 market! And the first booth is a doozy: the ladies of Crow & Canary proudly representing 15 of my favorite stationers! There was sooooo much to see in just one booth. Let’s take a little walking tour, shall we?
Cartolina (left) and Black, White, and Red All Over (right)
Next up, Rock Scissor Paper with a collection (and booth) inspired by some of their favorite things – like bikes and ice cream!
Lots of colorful stationery from Smudge Ink, from greeting cards to calendars to gift wrap – and a brand new line of planners for 2015!
And last up for today, the delightfully snarky letterpress goodies from 9SpotMonk!
Check back tomorrow for my final recap from the NYNOW winter 2014 market!
Photo Credits: Nole Garey for Oh So Beautiful Paper
Quick Pick: Grey Moggie Press
I’m a longtime fan of the letterpress cards (and witty humor!) from fellow DC resident Melanie of Grey Moggie Press. Melanie recently added a ton of new cards to her shop, and today I thought I’d share a few favorites!
Lots more from Grey Moggie Press right here!
Photo Credits: Mary Kate McKenna Photography
NYNOW Winter 2014, Part 3
As promised, I’m back with more from the NYNOW winter 2014 market! Today’s round up spans everything from gorgeous ribbon to fun party supplies to colorful accessories. There’s tons to see, so let’s get right to it – starting with one of my favorite new booths: Acme Party Box Company! Seriously, there were so many fun things in this booth, from colorful honeycomb decorations to sparkly glassware. Love love love!
Next up, one of my longtime favorite booths at the show: Albertine Press and Carta, Inc! Letterpress cards, notebooks, and prints AND beautiful Italian cotton ribbon, twine, and metallic cord? Yes please!
Next up, two booths that I affectionately refer to as the happiest booths on earth: Ban.do and Kate Spade! Both exhibit with Lifeguard Press and are happily under the same roof at trade shows! Now onto the pretty!
As you may have seen on Instagram, Ban.do is releasing phone battery boosters (above)! I’m super excited about this.
How cute are these party goodies from Sucre Shop? Everything from bamboo party utensils to favor bags to tiny wooden scoops!
Last up for today, Whitney English was at NYNOW with the trade show debut of her fabulous Day Designer – and with an equally fabulous booth! Brittany from the House that Lars Built made the amazing paper flowers for one of the mini parties at Alt, then shipped them to NYC for Whitney! It was the perfect complement for Whitney’s brand and the impressive Day Designer.
More from NYNOW winter 2014 coming up tomorrow!
Photo Credits: Nole Garey for Oh So Beautiful Paper