From the union of two Greek words – kallos, which means “beauty” and graphein, which means “writing” – calligraphy simply translates as “beautiful writing.” But this ancient practice is much more than the art of forming beautiful symbols by...
September is here, and the advent of a new school year is always a good time to celebrate knowledge and learning. Whether you are starting a new semester this week, taking your kids to school or just excited about...
As we move further into the year, each season offers an opportunity to refresh one’s mind and reflect on personal stories. Journalling prompts are a wonderful way to determine where to focus your energies and discover new directions.
To inspire...
It is no secret that at Paperblanks we are enthusiasts about handwritten letters. In the past we've brought you many stories about pen pals who become lifelong friends, a love letter collection, a letter writing challenge and typewriting socials,...
June is well underway and with it the countdown to summer is officially on. We are so ready to trade our rain gear for sun hats and pack for a picnic in the park.
To celebrate the changing seasons, we've...
A new trend has taken TikTok by and you might be wondering: what is junk journalling? Or maybe you already know! It’s not so easily defined, but the general idea is to use recycled and collected materials to create...
Depicting the cityscape, social life, and customs of Nanjing from over 1,000 years ago in Song dynasty China, our Golden Age of Prosperity design captures the essence of this long scroll. We are delighted to collaborate with the Deji...
As we move into a new season, it is a good opportunity to reflect on the special memories we create over the summer. Whether cottaging at the lake, playing tourist in your hometown or exploring an exotic destination from...
“The simple things are also the most extraordinary things, and only the wise can see them.” Paulo Coelho
Last week we spoke about the beneficial effects journalling can have on your confidence, with the habit of practicing gratitude being...
Our 2026 Paperblanks 12-month planners are here! If you’re looking to step into 2026 on the right foot or have decided that this is the year to get organized, our beautifully designed planners are the perfect place to start.
Our...