2010

I don't make a lot of proclamations about change at the start of a new year. This is not because I'll end up welching on the deal, but rather because I feel that any time is the right time to mix it up. This year is a little different for me because I feel January 1st is the perfect time to start a new tradition. As my New Year's resolution I've decided to donate 2% of all my Etsy earnings to the O-Fund, at Otis. I was fortunate enough to receive grants and scholarships when I attended and it has always been my dream to help out students who desire a career in art and design.

And before I forget… thanks to all of you who stop by and read this little blog. Your support is much appreciated! May good fortune find you all in the New Year!

Merry Christmas!

Hope you all have the merriest of holidays!!!

Odin, in pure rawhide chewing bliss

Why So Crabby?

Part of the fun of designing and printing your own card line is the ability to create something that brings you joy or you might find humorous. This little homage to the "Deadliest Catch" falls squarely into the self-indulgent category. Yes, I know it'll never be a huge seller, 'cause really, how many occasions call for a "hey, why are you being a grump?" card. But still, for those who may have an inside joke with a friend or partner, or for those who may just want to pin it up on their bulletin board to remind themselves to relax a bit, this one might just fit the bill. Available now at my etsy store.

Dear Brides-to-be,

If you are in the Los Angeles area, we'd love to have you come by our booth, #3007, at the Unique LA show to talk invites. We will have our wedding book and samples available to view and to fondle. After all this is letterpress :)

Shop Update

Whew! We have been sooo busy designing and printing that I forgot to post that the new holiday designs are finally finished. They are available in our etsy shop along with some of the old goodies like Mr. Roboto and the Love Invader cards. Hope you had a lovely thanksgiving!

p.s. this one's our fave!

A Unique Email

I'm so thrilled that our Joy card was chosen as one of the designs featured on the Unique LA e-mailer for the show. It's such a fun show with so many awesome vendors. We can't wait!

aka: anemone_press

In an effort to bring my social awkwardness to a whole new level, I am now on twitter. And this is from the person who is like, my-what? face-who? Aren't I current? Ha!

Oh no!

I can't believe it, I completely SPACED on showing you guys this! On November 8th, the awesome Ken and Shino of Fugu Fugu Press had their open house and we were invited. I so love to go to other creative spaces and see how they look, don't you? I think I have major studio envy. It's such an awesome space in a great location! And I'm so glad that we finally got to meet Ken; he and Mr. Anemone share a couple of musician friends, including the tuba master below, Mike Bulger.

fugu fugu press' black ball heidelberg with their C & P in the background.

ken & shino are so nice, they even joie studio keep one of their presses there!

ken on piano and mike on tuba making merry.

Holiday Sneak Peek!

A few new goodies available soon:

Unique Street Poster Holiday 2009 Show

Unique Street Poster Holiday 2009 Show
Originally uploaded by uniquelosangeles

Yay! We're thrilled to be a part of Unique LA again! We'll have new paper goods for holiday and every day and our Love Invader card will (finally!) be making a reappearance. Can't wait!

Happy Halloween!!

Boo!