TYPE TIDBIT

Lately I have been searching and searching for some cool type treatments for a freelance project I am designing. {alas, it does not involve too much stationery} But I am determined to come up with something cool! I always am searching through books at Chapters to sketch out some ideas, and on my last excursion there on the weekend, I came across the coolest new book! 1000 Type Treatments solved my slump. Pages and pages of inspiration! The neatest thing? In the back there is a reference guide to what fonts were used where. Just what I was looking for!

I love type.

Photos from Amazon.com's preview

SWEET IDEA

I LOVE this idea from 100 layer cake, and it looks so easy! DIY small booklets with embroidery & a needle. I am definitely keeping this is in the archive of ideas. See the whole idea here.

TO GET YOU IN THE MOOD

I needed a little boost to get me in the festive spirit. Today I put up my Christmas tree, her name is Bella! {I name everything it seems...} I know this has nothing to do with paper, but I can't help but get excited and inspired for the holiday season after the tree is up and the lights are lit!

Photo from myself

DECK THE HALLS

I spotted Rifle Paper Co. on Erin Ever After today and had to post some of my favourites from the site! Just in time for the holidays, the illustrated cards are fantastic. Something I also love is the mix of dark greens and yellows, with accents of butcher/kraft paper. That is one of my all time favourite papers to use for holiday things. It just gives things that handmade look! You will definitely see it accented with my stationery!

Photos from Rifle Paper Co.

font of the day: ELOQUENT

I'm such a sucker for girly fonts. Anything with a swirl or swoosh and I am hooked. With the holidays just around the corner, I find myself attracted more towards the festive fonts. Or even a nice big ornate drop cap. Today I was drooling over on Veer's fonts, Eloquent made me smile!

SNEAK PEAK

I am so excited to talk about my holiday cards, but since they haven't launched yet, I can only give you a sneak peak! A few finishing touches to add in the next few weeks and they will be ready to be mailed to friends & family, then on sale at Etsy! My inspiration for the design of these cards will be coming soon as well.

HUMAN NATURE

I am determined to make my home office/creative space as eco-friendly as possible. While picking up a few things at Pistachio a while ago, I spotted the coolest invention: a staple-free stapler! A step in the right direction, I picked up one from the company Made by Humans. Plus it's smaller than a regular stapler, which fits perfectly into my small space!

Photos from myself

GRADY MCFERRIN - illustrator

This artist & illustrator who has lived in such places as Long Beach, Cali, Italy, San Fran & now is located in New York definitely has a cool style. I love ornate illustrations! {mainly because I may not have the patience to finish a piece myself} He also does quite a few book covers for Chronicle Books: BONUS!

Illustrations straight from site

IT'S OFFICIAL!

I want to say a big hello to everyone!

Welcome to the central site for Short & Sweet paperie. As a designer, I find myself always veering towards my love of handmade paper goods, typography and colour. So I thought, why not combine them and share it with you? My stationery consists of offset printing, custom stamping, die cuts and more! Look for my etsy shop starting early 2010.

P.S. This blog is also going to feature some great people in the industry, my favourite fonts and inspiration galore! I hope you enjoy.