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,...
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...
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have been thinking about incorporating journalling into your life for some time, it’s always helpful to have a place to start.
One of the many benefits of journalling is that it encourages self-awareness, which...
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...
We have always been book people here at Paperblanks, reproducing everything from antique bindings to handwritten manuscripts. To celebrate the craft of writing and a love of reading, here are some of our favourite quotes on the subject of...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and for those of us who love sending out mail or making creative cards this date is a much-anticipated excuse to take out the colourful paper, washi tape, markers, stickers and maybe...
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...
Days, weeks, months and years can go by so quickly. This is one reason why commemorating special moments is important. If you've ever thought about how best to treasure your memories, whether they're special occasions or just the everyday,...
With its seemingly endless days and balmy evenings, summer is the perfect time of year to indulge in some leisurely sunlit reading.
We've put together some quotes to inspire your summer reading as well as some classic literary quotes for...
When the sun is out, the flowers have bloomed, and the beach is calling your name, it can only mean one thing; summer has officially arrived! Whether you’re planning to relax on the grass or unwind by the pool...