October 2009

Five For Friday - Map Made

Five For Friday – Map Made

by christine on October 30, 2009

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 Read more...

Peter Pauper Prints a Pack of Paper

Peter Pauper Prints a Pack of Paper

by cassie on October 29, 2009

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. Their line is extensive Read more...

The 2010 Great Calendar Covet Pt. 4

The 2010 Great Calendar Covet Pt. 4

by cassie on October 28, 2009

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! Let’s start with one from Govango. I really like Read more...

The Craft of Boxcar Press

The Craft of Boxcar Press

by christine on October 27, 2009

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 Read more...

The Stella Marrs Message

The Stella Marrs Message

by christine on October 26, 2009

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 Read more...

Five for Friday - Mobiles

Five for Friday – Mobiles

by cassie on October 23, 2009

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 Read more...

Making it to the Chapel on Time

Making it to the Chapel on Time

by christine on October 22, 2009

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. There is so much opportunity to bring character to an Read more...

Trading Places

Trading Places

by christine on October 21, 2009

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. Read more...

Smitten Sticks!

Smitten Sticks!

by cassie on October 20, 2009

I am SO IN LOVE with these handmade paper expressions! If you don’t take yourself too seriously, read on. From Edyta of Edyta Szyszlo Photography and Vana at Le Papier Studio (click here to see our other post featuring her Read more...

The 2010 Great Calendar Covet Pt. 3

The 2010 Great Calendar Covet Pt. 3

by cassie on October 19, 2009

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 Read more...