Dear Grandma, from you to me…        

Tell me about the time and place you were born . . .

Tell me about the time and place you were born . . .

Tell me what you know about your mother’s parents and family . . .

What did you do for entertainment when you were young?

Tell me about the things you did as a child that are different for today’s children . . .

Describe any family traditions you had or maybe still have . . .

How did you meet my grandfather?

I would love to know more about my parents . . . what can you tell me?

In what ways am I similar to my Mom / Dad?

Describe some of your favourite memories of the times we have spent together . . .

Tell me about the furthest place you have travelled to . . .

Describe your memory of some major world events that have happened in your lifetime . . .

Who or what has been the greatest influence on you?

Tell me something you think I won’t know about you . . .

Life matters … pass it on

Invitation materials used to be hard to find.Not any more.Now you can choose from the same selection of pocket folders, coloured cards. envelopes that are seen in the best selling wedding  books. Choose exactly what you want and order it on line or instore.

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It spells out everyone’s demeanor in no uncertain terms. There are 47 moods to choose from, each with its own smiley along with a snarky definition, fascinating facts, and sample sentences.

It’s lo-tech “social networking” fun. Boxed ready for gift giving.

This makes a great teacher or co-worker gift.

Paperblanks superb writing journals are manufactured to exacting standards. Each faux design is crafted of embossed and foiled paper to imitate antique materials. The designs look like genuine silks, leathers, and embroideries, and only the closest inspection reveals that what looks like an antique is actually a clever reproduction.

They look like antique leather, have an amazing embellished touch that capture the flavour of finely wrought Renaissance-style leather bindings. These intricately embellished journals reproduce the craft of delicate gold tooling which was brought to Europe via the flourishing trade routes with the East.

Cotton Rags and Crane Paper  Cotton rags and Crane paper have been inseparable for more than 200 years. Cotton rags were among the first raw materials used for papermaking in China, and they continue to be a mainstay for Crane to this day.

There’s a reason for this. Cotton rags make the finest-quality paper available – with a crisp rattle and a soft feel. Cotton rags are pure cellulose, the stuff of which paper is made. There are no contaminants; no need for the harsh chemical treatments required for other raw materials, so letters written on cotton rag paper will last for generations to come.

The cotton rags used to make Crane papers have a couple of additonal benefits as we attempt to become more environmentally responsible in our paper purchases. Crane’s cotton rags are a recovered resource, diverted from the solid-waste stream, and they are completely tree-free.

Each year, garment manufacturers produce millions of pounds of trimings while making all sorts of cotton clothing. These trimmings are destined for the landfill, with the exception of those selected by Crane for making its fine 100% cotton papers. So, just as was the case in 1801, cotton rags are an environmentally responsible raw material, and they just happen to make the finest paper available.

Below  is part of the story of the artist who created this series.

About Joey
Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Joey who dreamed of being a famous artist or a back-up dancer for Tom Jones. Her dreams took an unusual twist when, on her 33rd birthday, she wandered into a local shop. Her prince charming began talking to the proprietor (who was really her Fairy Godmother!) and told her about Joey’s wacky and whimsical artistic abilities. Her Fairy Godmother immediately asked Joey to make some window jewelry displays for all the people in the kingdom to see. Joey ran all the way home and in no time at all, whipped up some very cool displays out of some white mice, a few pumpkins, aluminum wire and screens. To her amazement, the displays sold out faster than you could say, “Bibbidy, bobbidy, boo!”

She wanted to be a real artist. She wanted to make tall and lanky ladies called dolymamas ladies that would”speak” to girls of all ages. So, her Fairy Godmother waved her magic wand and told Joey to schlepp her wares to craft and trade fairs.

Lo and behold, dollymamas were a wonderful success with the locals. Soon, Queens, Princesses and Ladies-In-Waiting from kingdoms far and wide were traveling days over mountains and rivers to buy Joey’s dollymamas.

 Then Joey met the Good Witch who told Joey she could be even more famous if she would paint dollymamas on magic paper for greeting cards. Joey jumped with joy as she realized her dreams of being a famous artist came true! And, as the say, she lived happily ever after.

Our new selection of LAPTOP SKINS, mugs, plaques, magnets, cocktail napkins and Curly Girl  journals are instock now..
This is a VERY fun line! Check it out soon.

Words can be very powerful and evocative.  Images can too. 

Thoughtful and inspiring words and beautiful images can create wonderful emotions and beautiful sentiments. 

A simple card thoughtfully crafted can be a joy to receive.

This card is one of our collection of cards by Emily Filler. Emily is a Fine Arts Graduate of Queens University. Her work in oils and acrylics convey her unique style of floral landscapes combined with thought provoking words. Blank inside for your personal message.

We are confident that with our more than 3,000 card assortment you will find just the right card for your special message.