modern cards and stationery

                                    I love love love these “Notes to Grow On” letterpress cards/seed packets from Lizard Press.  Lizard Press only has limited edition press runs, so you know you’re getting one-of-a-kind piece.  Not only do you get a frameable illustration, you can choose your favorite herb and plant some for your home.  Plus, the paper is 100% post-consumer recycled.  A great housewarming gift accompaniment, or buy them for your favorite gardener!  One of the most original... Read Full Story

Now, before I continue, I must say that I love Hallmark. However, not all situations or people are worthy of a Hallmark card. And that's where SomeEcards come in handy. This is a good one to send to a lover if you've discovered that he or she has cheated: When you care enough to invite an ex-lover to your wedding: The BEST Father's Day card, ever: To share with fellow co-workers: Several of these cards will offend and possibly disturb some individuals. These are the same cards that... Read Full Story

Long before the internet came along, people communicated mostly by phone and mail.  With the advent of the internet, the art of the written letter was virtually lost.  What was once something saved and tied with a ribbon has now been read and deleted in an instant. Too many of our memories of been relegated to these words on a screen, barely surviving a flicker of time.  What would it hurt to take a stroll back in time?  Taking a moment to pick out a card with a sentiment we feel.  That... Read Full Story

One minute I'm obsessed with card making, then its photography (well that will never go away) and now its.....graphic design? With no formal training and a silly little photo editing program - I came up with these little designs: A paper lantern (I don't know why its not on a white background - remember I'm new to this) Who doesn't love bubbles? A dainty dandelion... All brought to you by the letter C (My soon to be last initial) Read Full Story

2:22 pm on a July afternoon and I'm stuck inside. Ugh what I would give to be at the beach right now! According to weather.com the outside temp is a perfect 72 degrees. So to keep my spirits up I made these little paper umbrellas and found this wonderful quote. Now if I just close my eyes for a minute I can feel myself laying on the beach, toes in the sand, sun on my face and a margarita in hand. Here's to Summer! Read Full Story