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National Stationery Show 2013 (Part I)

Hi, guys! Welcome to the start of the official National Stationery Show coverage, coming at you live from New York this morning. The first day of the show kicked off yesterday and I had such an awesome time catching up with old friends, meeting new friends and seeing what everyone has been hard at work designing over the last several months. Jumping right into the fun, one of my favorites from the show yesterday was new exhibitor Brainstorm (booth 2271). Featuring a whole host of gorgeous screen printed art prints,  their bold colors and awesome illustrations really hooked me. From constellations to regional maps of the United States, I just found their whole collection really charming. I basically want all of these prints in our home.

Brainstorm - National Stationery Show 2013

Brainstorm - National Stationery Show 2013

Brainstorm - National Stationery Show 2013 Brainstorm - National Stationery Show 2013

Brainstorm - National Stationery Show 2013

Brainstorm - National Stationery Show 2013

Next up, Yellow Owl Workshop (booth 1756) is rockin’ it at the show this year with a bold and bright booth loaded with their signature rubber stamp kits, party kits with fill-in party invitations and matching favor bags, and even an awesome carve-your-own stamp kit for you DIY enthusiasts. The bright rainbow colors of the booth drew me right in and I wanted to stay and play with stamps forever.

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013 Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Yellow Owl Workshop - National Stationery Show 2013

Headed into the show I was so excited about the debut of 9th Letter Press (booth 1754) and they certainly did deliver! With one of my favorite booths I’ve visited so far, their charming cards, prints and gift wrap are seriously too sweet for words. I also loved the gold foil-stamped luggage tags they were giving away as gifts, boasting the loveliest illustration of the Statue of Liberty. Too cute!

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013 9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

9th Letter Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Returning to the show for the second year, Pei Design (booth 1774) delivered the goods this year with more of Pei’s adorable cards, new gift wraps in pretty neutrals and adorable art prints and calendars. Pei’s modern illustration style is just sweet and fresh in a really simple way that I love. And talk about one of the nicest ladies on the show floor!

Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013

Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013 Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013

Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013

Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013 Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013

Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013

Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013 Pei Design - National Stationery Show 2013

Next up, I was loving some of the new treasures from one of my perennial show favorites, the ladies of Sugarcube Press (booth 2047). In addition to their signature cards, they introduced new DIY tea towel stamp kits that come complete with ink, stamp and flour sack towel – perfect for gift giving or making favors for a shower! Add in a whole host of new cards and darling favor tags and I was really loving the new goods this year.

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013 Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Sugarcube Press - National Stationery Show 2013

Year after year I find myself completely enamored with the beautiful trimmings and ribbons from Studio Carta (booth 1762). From the loveliest rolls of fabric ribbon to big spools of baker’s twine, there’s a little bit of pretty for just about every package you could ever want to send. This year I was loving all of the new colors and once again decided I need a huge wall full of ribbon and twine in my office.

Studio Carta - National Stationery Show 2013

Studio Carta - National Stationery Show 2013

Studio Carta - National Stationery Show 2013

Studio Carta - National Stationery Show 2013

Studio Carta - National Stationery Show 2013 Studio Carta - National Stationery Show 2013

Last but not least, the ladies of Paper Boat Studios (booth 2264) always have a smaller but beautifully thoughtful collection, one that is loaded with goodness. Case in point, adding to their collection of paper board games, I love their new tangram puzzle – perfect for the backseat when traveling! I also loved their geometric calendar and all of their gorgeous letterpress coasters, some of which were printed with cocktail recipes. We know I love a good cocktail!

Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013

Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013

Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013

Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013 Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013

Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013 Paper Boat Studios - National Stationery Show 2013

And that’s it for now, friends! So many of you have been following along on Instagram and Twitter, which I love. There’s so much more to come over the next few days. So be sure to stay tuned! There’s a whole lot more paper action coming at you throughout the week.

[Photos by Cyd Converse for The Sweetest Occasion.]

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rosemary (@nycstylecannoli)

Saturday 1st of June 2013

Did you see a company that was selling candles that looked like Italian pastries? I saw a photo and am trying to find out what company it was, they were in shapes of cannoli and various italian desserts. Thanx much

Rosemary

cyd

Saturday 1st of June 2013

@Rosemary, I can't remember that line off the top of my head, but let me see if I can't dig something up for you and if I can I'll leave another comment on this post. Thanks! :-)

Angie Sandy

Monday 20th of May 2013

Thank you for the post and letting me live vicariously though you!

Haylee

Monday 20th of May 2013

That kitchen measuring guide is the cutest. I'm also loving that Paris card.

Becca / A Good Good Day

Monday 20th of May 2013

Thanks for the post Cyd! Loving the work so far, though I have to say that 'Brainstorm' is definitely standing out right now (though Y.O.W. is always adorable)! Can't wait to see what's to come!

Sara

Monday 20th of May 2013

Love this, Cyd! Any clue when the DIY tea towel kits from Sugarcube Press will be available for sale? You're absolutely right - these would be perfect for gifts! :)

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