Paper Tuesday - Sitting Pretty

Regular Business Cards 


Not a chance!
Bamboo paper makes quite a statement for invitations, stationery and absolutely sets apart your business cards. Bamboo is in the grass family and it is one of the fastest growing plants on the planet. Sustainable. Replenishing.*  Bamboo has been used to make paper for a very long time. (Think ancient China.) High quality bamboo paper can be pricey but the quality is evident all over the page. The bamboo paper used for our Smock design here feels smooth and luxurious. Click on the link to learn about the various qualities of this sensational paper.

* People can disagree about the net environmental benefits of its use as paper but they cannot disagree about it lusciousness.

Are You Feeling Blue?

Turquoise is the color of the year and it is popping up not only on stationery but also in nail polish for summer. Chanel has Nouvelle Vague - a beautiful sea blue, Essie has Mint Candy Apple (see below on me) - more like a Tiffany blue and there are others. It is fun and different. Warning: can run the risk of looking tacky in the day light and I think by week's end you may just want to keep it down below on your toes.


Orrganics' custom design stationery above, Smock letterpress on bamboo paper.


A sheet from Smock's letter writing set. Ready to go loveliness. This sheet is from the Isle collection.


(Okay, so I might also be a little blue because LOST has ended)

The Write Stuff for a Party!

The last 2 weeks have been quite busy with spring stationery wardrobe updates, accessory orders, an open house at Orrganics, as well as an event over at Tobias Design LLC in Hopewell, NJ. Lisa Tobias hosted Orrganics for a morning of fun, food and drinks at her stunning kitchen showroom. Thanks to all who turned out, old friends and new - we had a great showing! Here are a few captured moments taken in between talking, shopping and eating. We donated a portion of the proceeds from the Orrganics open house to American Forests. Trees, a good thing.


Yes, that is bok choy in a vase.


Discussing Smart Jewelry, made from recycled glass bottles.


Above, ready to write paper and greeting cards from Smock.


The Golden Pheasant Inn is well represented and we are discussing new business cards for Barb and baby announcements for Britt!


Oooos and Ahhhs about Metalace Stainless Steel "jewelry for the home" above; a sell out.


Twig & Fig Mitzvah Designs - stunning.


Stationery from Jamie Ostrow. Beyond, an Oprah favorite in the pine needle and metal baskets from Model Metalworks. These baskets are made from fallen pine needles resting on the forest floor in Mexico. The gathering of these needles helps to reduce the threat of forest fires in the region as they do not naturally biodegrade. The baskets are beautifully crafted, and combined with the nickel trim, they have a sophisticated look; great for pool side entertaining and wedding gifts. Supporting local artisan communities - a good thing.


We did an "oh so cute" Graduation Party invitation for Karin's Zack ( I have one too) - I will post it after they go out in the mail.
Sneak preview: He is 18 now but about 3 in the photo.


Lavender is fabulous and I just love the porcelain astrology boxes.


If you want to see more, come visit. I always have food and we are conveniently located above a Starbucks!

One more thing, for those wondering if any men came by, the answer is yes. And, Michael, I can't wait to see the custom cuff links in aqua/turquoise we ordered for you. Gorgeous, made from recycled glass bottles and silver (Pantone color of the year).

Fish Food

"Please join us for dinner as Chef Theo creates delicious Salmon Papillote..."


Koi letterpress note cards, bamboo paper (photo, Smock Press).


Chef Theo Petron of A la Maison at work.


Assembling with fresh fennel...


I love orange.


Ready to go.


It's a wrap.



Voila!

Wrapping It Up

Here we are, in the middle of the holiday season and things are getting all wrapped up.
Gift paper - sustainably offset printing on 100% post consumer recycled paper.
Letterpress gift tags can also be used as seating cards. From Smock.

Speaking French

Another order is in. You may have seen this already but I am in a French mood so here it is again. Packages of 6 notecards with envelopes/liners for $14. Letterpress from Smock. And it is pink.

I Love Being Social with Smock

A big box arrived in my office today and it was filled with Smock's fabulous new social papers. I have been looking forward to this for a while!

Here are a few samples to look at and enjoy.

Thick bamboo paper, letterpress, fabulous colors and great design. Of course, these are spring boards for your

own creations.

Have a great weekend everyone!