I can’t even begin to imagine how stressful it must be to choose a Bar or Bat Mitzvah invitation. (Melding the styles of a 13-year-old and his or her parents is fraught with conflict in the best of times.) These options, from Regas NY, close the gap beautifully. Simple enough to appeal to the parents; stylish […]
I love the idea of a très luxe gift tag attached to a simply wrapped present or hostess gift. These sized-to-be-noticed tags measure 3.5″ x 4.5″, and are crafted from heavyweight Italian paper. Letterpressed or engraved (varies according to design), from Bell’Invito; they’re perfect for adding a little zing.
I can’t help it: it’s only July, but I’m already thinking about calendars for 2012. I blame Carlo Brito because once I stumbled across his brilliantly minimal wall calendar for 2011 (in May), it was all I could think about. (He assures me there will be a 2012 version, which is good to hear as […]
I was feeling okay about missing the Stationery Show this year, until I came across Colleen Ellse’s photo of artist Carolyn Suzuki‘s booth. Carolyn’s debut card line is terrific: simple, clean + graphic. (The patterned backs are a nifty detail!) I’m glad her online shop is open + ready for shopping: I’ll be stocking up. […]
Charleston’s Stitch Design Co. is a constant source of inspiration. Their graphic design work is modern yet elegant, and their letterpress goods, produced through sister company Sideshow Press (with the help of third member, Sideshow’s presswoman, Virginia Gregg), are staples in my stationery arsenal. I’m glad that I get to visit Charleston frequently, as I […]
