Having just returned from a three-week trip abroad to Hong Kong and China, I thought I might reveal a few of my own tips (both things I wish I had packed and things I’m glad I packed) from my experiences. If you’re traveling in Asia, or anywhere really, pack a few packages of travel-sized tissues.…
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Hong Kong Stationery Bounty
Finally, I got out in Hong Kong and got to do a little shopping. Needless to say, my first stop was the humongous shopping area in Kowloon called Harbour City. Inside was a large Muji shop and the notorious CitySuper (notorious to me since I stalk Patrick of Scription fame). Both were totally worth the…
The Forgetful Gentleman Correspondence Sets
Packed into a wooden cigar box, the Forgetful Gentleman Correspondence System is a set of understated, classy notecards for the dignified man. The box contains 12 letterpress cards with envelopes including birthday, thank you, congratulations, love and blank to cover a full year’s worth of sending situations. There is even a booklet included to help…
Oh, quoth the Byron!
I just love this quote about letter-writing from Lord Byron found on Orange Art Store. I wandered over to their site when I heard they stock correspondence box sets in beautiful presentation boxes. Each set includes a selection of letterpress printed notecards, envelopes and writing paper. The set is a bit pricey at $75…
The Stationery Cupboard
This is a lovely audio story about how pencils and paper still make an impact on people. What would take to a desert island? Pencil and paper, of course. Favorite items in your “dream pencil case”? Hear more by listening to the story on the BBC.
Download this free Thank You note stationery design done up in a wonderful twirly calligraphy by Melissa Esplin and say thank you properly for that box of chocolates, Valentine’s card or bouquet of flowers. Or make someone’s day by thanking them for being so darned awesome. (via I Still Love You)
This paper tape used in the branding identity for Wild Olive restaurant can be taped to a card to use as stationery or business card, used to seal an envelope and probably a dozen other ways I haven’t considered yet. While getting custom printed tape might be expensive, as a multifunctional branding option, it might…