Five For Friday – Map Made
My dad was incredibly excited about using his new Garmin GPS for his latest Vegas trip. But as him and my mom made their way throughout town, I think he was quite close to throwing it off the hotel balcony. To me, nothing beats a good ol' printed map and an alert passenger riding shotgun. Or a travel buddy with an internal compass. In today's post, find five fantastic ways maps have inspired new art pieces and products. //Read More
Peter Pauper Prints a Pack of Paper
Sometimes I think that tucked away boutiques are the only places to find fine cards and journals. But Peter Pauper Press, a stationery company who stock their items at my local Chapters/Indigo store proved me wrong. //Read More
The 2010 Great Calendar Covet Pt. 4
Part 4 today and we continue with some calendars that you can print off at home. A PDF is sent, you choose the stock, then print away for friends and family! //Read More
The Craft of Boxcar Press
As one of the largest letterpress shops in the country, Boxcar Press must be wowed by the designs that go through each day. And for all of us print and paper fiends, here are a couple of fantastic pieces they had the fortune of working with. //Read More
The Stella Marrs Message
It's like a strange love for polyester or croutons as snacks - you like it but just won't admit it. That's the feeling I get when I look at Stella Marrs cards - I crack a laugh, but at least it's worth sharing. //Read More
Five for Friday – Mobiles
Mari over at Small for Big recently did a post on paper mobiles and it made me realize that babies no longer have to stare up at clunky, plastic contraptions with horrible "soothing" melodies. Of course I live in Vancouver and we are in the land of yummy mummies and toddlers that have more style savvy than myself so this isn't that surprising! //Read More
Making it to the Chapel on Time
I always appreciate invites that demonstrate thoughtfulness and courtesy. As convenient as Google Maps is, a map that's included inside a wedding invite is handy when you're in a rush. //Read More
Trading Places
Oh, I wish I had a new place to tell you about as last night, I started having visions of new paint colours and wooden furniture. But my bubble burst when the reality of Vancouver's real estate market settled in. So I haven't found a new place yet but for those who have, you might enjoy today's post on modern moving announcements. //Read More
Smitten Sticks!
I am SO IN LOVE with these handmade paper expressions! If you don't take yourself too seriously, read on. //Read More
The 2010 Great Calendar Covet Pt. 3
New week, new calendars! There are so many to choose from, I don't think I have enough wall or desk space for all the ones I love. Here are some fun, fresh designs with a nature slant that will easily take you through the year with cheer. //Read More
