Barnyard Greetings

Barnyard Greetings

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Posted on April 15th, 2011

I was practicing frugality a few weeks ago when I spotted Albertine’s Press’ Barnyard Greetings cards at Word.  I picked them up, admired them, and then put them back down. On my subway ride home, I spent part of the trip thinking about how unique the cards were (what can I say?  I love letterpress, [...]

Creative Holiday Gifts …or BUST!

Creative Holiday Gifts …or BUST!

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Posted on December 8th, 2009

Yesterday, we got to be one of ‘those people who stand in lines’.  I see these random lines all over Brooklyn and New York City and I often have no idea what the line is for.  For example, when we were up here in October to find an apartment, there was a massive line on [...]

R. Nichols’ Garden Notecards and Totes

R. Nichols’ Garden Notecards and Totes

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Posted on July 21st, 2009

I thought I’d quickly link to R. Nichols’ website.  Using the tried and true ‘cut and paste’ method, he makes whimsical collages for stationary and grocery totes. His totes are made from recycled cotton and plastic:  ideal for a trip to the farmers’ market or grocery store. I especially like his ‘Garden’ collection of note [...]

Whale Inspired

Whale Inspired

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Posted on February 21st, 2009

I like Vineyard Vines in my ‘own’ way.  Not in the ‘I have to have everything from there and the preppier the better way’.  More in the ‘their whale logo is adorable and their clothes fit well’ way. I especially love their whale t-shirt and decided to do a little investigating to see what other [...]

Holiday Cards

Holiday Cards

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Posted on November 9th, 2008

The stores have been decorated for Christmas since late September…but I’m certainly not REALLY ready to think about that holiday before we have (and enjoy!) Thanksgiving.  However, it’s never too early to start figuring out and browsing through holiday cards. I already have mine for this year, but here are a few that might make [...]