Two people decide to write a letter to the entire world, and start with Cushendall, Ireland. It doesn't get any better than this. {via design*sponge}
The Graceful Envelope
Maybe I'm wrong in thinking that only people who travel in calligraphy circles are aware of the Graceful Envelope competition but I think it's just great. Above are some that I especially like from this year.
Also, many of you have asked about calligraphy lessons (specifically, do I give them). Sadly, I don't (nor do I feel qualified) but, if you're in Philadelphia, I highly recommend you head over to the Philadelphia Calligrapher's Society and take a gander at the members who teach. I can give you some specific recommendations if you wish.
Bicycle envelopes
Another great one...
Envelopes that break my heart all over the floor
I found these envelopes celebrating the American Bicentennial. Each one honors a different aspect of...well, what makes America great? I get inexplicably emotional when I look at these envelopes-- something about living in a country that once honored the American Craftsman, Farmer and Homemaker on correspondence...it's too much.
August Favorite: Greta Garbo
It is hard to choose favorite stamps. I have many. So I'm going to try to choose a favorite each month. These Greta Garbo stamps are just stunning. Aside from the the striking image, these stamps are textured-- they are engraved. I've never felt another stamp like it.
Gratitude
I recently wrote one of the most important notes of gratitude of my life. The experience reminded me that I should write these types of expressions more often.
Summer brights
There have been some wonderful, bright colors this season. Here: vibrant teal.
Stamps: Birds & Animals
I recently started offering a vintage postage service . I will track down wonderful old stamps for Neither Snow customers to adorn their correspondence. My most recent haul includes the state bird stamps and an assortment of wonderful animals.
Black & yellow
Recent order: I love the look of black ink on this rusty yellow envelope.
Desperately seeking: the person who made this sign
Many months ago we had reason to visit the Trenton train station. I was awfully impressed with the care someone took to write out this sign. He/she even sketched in guide lines. The handwriting makes the message so much more effective.
