sarah schwartz
So here we are, it’s April 12, and I haven’t yet shared all the March makers, to say nothing of...
Typically when I discover a new range, it’s a North American maker who is new on the stationery scene. It’s...
So, the time is FINALLY here! I was absolutely knocked out by the level of talent in this year’s Noted@*Noted competition, so it took me even longer than usual to work my way through this year’s 145 entries in 10 categories. However, the finalists showcased here, fabulous as they are,...
When I spy flat notes in a maker’s mix, my heart always races just a bit. These pieces have a...
So, full disclosure: February is my least favorite month of the year for too many reasons to get into here,...
Running a small brand alongside the chaos of everyday life is certainly not for everyone, but for some, it is literally the American dream come to life. While I have been really entranced by the sister power of Tiny and Snail and ilootpaperie lately, I am also in awe of...
While it is true that new stationery brands keep our market fresh, it also remains somehow true that there is...
Trade show time is ALWAYS a crazy time — and winter trade show time during a global pandemic, well, it’s...
I love discovering new paper brands at trade shows, on Instagram … or best of all, sometimes they track me down to say hi! I also find them in Stationery Trends ads, as believe it or not, sometimes makers take out an ad without submitting editorial. And that, my friends...
Makers, please start your design engines: The 2022 Noted @ *Noted Awards are officially open for entries! I am thrilled...
I have posted a lot over the years about holiday cards from Artifact Uprising, and with good reason: Sending out their...
Well, there’s nothing quite like planning and unveiling a exciting new department, only to then upend everything up by taking a few weeks off! Not that I have any vacation-related regrets, mind you, but instead of the four makers I’d envisioned sharing, I just have two today. First up is...
