Pencils are like candy … so many to choose from There, I said it…back-to-school. I held off for as long as possible, truly I did. I hate rushing summer away. In fact, much to my horror, I noticed a neighbor has put out the potted plants commonly referred to as ‘fall mums.’ Ugh. The […]
snail mail subscriptions for children
I almost wish my kids were younger. Because surely, Petit Mail, would have been just the perfect introduction to the adventures that can be found in the mailbox. Alison Butler of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, is the snail mail loving genius behind this subscription service for kiddies. She was inspired to create a snail mail […]
Letter Writing Social – July 25
You are invited to a letter writing social In less than two weeks you will find me downtown Calgary at one of my favorite Inglewood shops called ReWorks Upcycle Shop. Solita, the owner of the shop, and I are combining creative forces to introduce people to the lost art of letter writing in a hands-on, […]
Paper clips and Bic Pens
James Ward has a thing for stationery. A kindred spirit who knows his staplers. This summer I’m reading his book called “The Perfection of the Paper Clip. Curious Tales of Invention, Accidental Genius, and Stationery Obsession.” For more on the stationery things you’ve never wondered about, join me over at The Reading Residence today where […]