2012 over!?! That was amazingly quick. I guess I do spend much of my time on the road and it is clear traveling or rather “not being home” speeds up time! To switch things up in my dual-life pattern, I spent the fall of 2012 in the East Coast of … [Read more...]
Joomchi! Everybody’s talking about it!
Korea claims a unique and intriguing art called joomchi. How do you go about making joomchi? It's easier to try with your own hands than to explain in words...but here it goes. This is my beginner's understanding of the process: At least 2 layers … [Read more...]
Introducing Allyson DuPont
Allyson is a local graphic and package designer who uses paper including our paper. We are always happy to see her smiling face. Below is Allyson's use of our Lokta Brown Berry and Vine paper in the center note cube. A RISD grad with a BFA in … [Read more...]
Washi Tape plus more cuteness!
Back in the fall of 2011 I met this young, talented designer, while at the Kokeshi Festival in Tokyo. I couldn't resist but bring her irresistible designs to you, here in "America" via PaperNado.com. These incredibly cute washi tapes, vintage … [Read more...]
My Visit to Marimekko Tokyo
Honestly, I would have loved to have gone to Helsinki this year for the 50th anniversary of Marimekko; dreamed about going to those special anniversary events happening at the Marimekko Village......but alas, a couple weeks ago, for my quick fix, I … [Read more...]