June 5, 2007

Thomas Paul Stationary.


Thomas Paul’s new stationary line was revealed at the Stationary Show in New York a few weeks back. I’m a sucker for his pillows already, but stationary is even more my bag. (“Really?” you say.) It’s not yet available in stores and there’s not even any mention of it on his site, but I promise it’s in the works! Here’s a sample of the collection’s bokmarks courtesy of Design*Sponge.


Besides that, I’m really fascinated by homepages today. Thomas Paul’s is another fun one.

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June 5, 2007

Hammocks & High Tea.


I really like these cards by Hammocks & High Tea, but I must confess that what truly drew me in was their site and color scheme. I think it’s just beautiful and has inspired me today.

You can pick up this Hammock or Coconut Bread recipe card for $4 or a box of six for $18.


Hammocks & High Tea is the work Karen Young. H&H offers hand drawn, screen printed products that express a modern sensibility of exotic design. Most of Karen’s work is inspired by memories, old photos, and travels; trips to the zoo, walks through the town center, the open air market, etc.

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June 5, 2007

Hammocks & High Tea.


I really like these cards by Hammocks & High Tea, but I must confess that what truly drew me in was their site and color scheme. I think it’s just beautiful and has inspired me today.

You can pick up this Hammock or Coconut Bread recipe card for $4 or a box of six for $18.


Hammocks & High Tea is the work Karen Young. H&H offers hand drawn, screen printed products that express a modern sensibility of exotic design. Most of Karen’s work is inspired by memories, old photos, and travels; trips to the zoo, walks through the town center, the open air market, etc.

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June 5, 2007

Art School Girl.


Amy Jean Rowan translates the fortune cookie “In Bed” game to a sexy little card, applying fortunes extricated from cookies (she must eat a lot of Chinese food) to a deep red cardstock screen-printed with the de rigueur “IN BED.” Each card is one-of-a-kind, so which one you receive is a surprise until it shows up in the mail. Anybody in the mood for take out?

Check it out at Greer Chicago.

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June 5, 2007

Paper Stories.


Paper Stories is the brainchild of photographer, designer & teacher, Kelly Maron. In 2004, after creating all of the essentials that made her own wedding unique and special, it saddened her to think that the planning and designing portion would eventually end. So after eight years of teaching photography and graphic design, she left the educational field to work on something a little closer to home. Literally. She works out of a studio in her home.

I’m loving the juxtaposition of the snide phrases and beautiful, flowing designs of these notecards in the Bittersweet Collection. Cards are $5 each or $20 for all five.


The Family Marriage Ring is an amazing alternative to traditional family tree diagrams. Laid out in a circular design, the ring celebrates the history of a couple, starting from the center moving outward. With this being wedding season I thought this would be a great gift idea. Prints are $100-500 depending on the printing technique you choose.

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April 20, 2006

Ben Matthews.

Ben Matthews is an artist from Pittsburgh who spends his days painting signage for a local grocery store chain. It’s what he does in his off hours that’s truly amazing. His characters are based on imaginary bizarre inventions, old advertisements, sideshows, antique photographs and storybooks. The result is sometimes unsettling, but always mesmerizing. Matthews says that when he creates his art he tries to make the pieces look as though they’ve “already served their purpose” (i.e. worn). By doing so he creates a past for the posters and a history for us, the viewer, to unravel.



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