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Set of 6, Vintage Monogram Letterpress Cards (gray and brown)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:04:55 -0500

$10.50
Set of six vintage inspired monogram letter cards, 5.75" x 4.375" (A2) with matching envelopes. Colors are gray and brown.

Currently, I have every initial except 'S' in stock. In the 'message to seller' tell me which initial you'd like.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, Peace, Letterpress Note Cards

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:25:55 -0500

$12.95
Send a simple wish this holiday season... Peace.

Set of six letterpress Christmas cards, 5.75" x 4.375" (A2) with coordinating envelopes features the word 'Peace' done in my own hand lettered calligraphy. Gold color ink printed on ecru (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper). Blank inside.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, Peace, Letterpress Gift Tags, Silver on Red

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:25:11 -0500

$3.50
Send a simple wish this holiday season... Peace.

Set of six letterpress gift tags, 3.5" x 2". The word 'peace' is printed in silver on red stardream paper. The word 'peace' was done in calligraphy, by hand (by me!) and then scanned. These match my 'Peace' note cards, see my other listings.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, Peace, Letterpress Note Cards, Silver on Red

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:24:35 -0500

$12.95
Send a simple wish this holiday season... Peace.

Set of six letterpress Christmas cards, 5.75" x 4.375" (A2) with coordinating silver stardream envelopes features the word 'Peace' done in my own hand lettered calligraphy. Silver metallic ink printed on red stardream paper. Blank inside.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, joy, letterpress Christmas cards

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:23:44 -0500

$12.95
Send a simple message this holiday season... joy.

Set of six letterpress Christmas cards, 5.75" x 4.375" (A2) with matching envelopes features my own Christmas tree illustration. Colors are pale citrus green and cranberry red. Printed on white (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper). Blank inside.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, joy, Letterpress Gift Tags

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:23:06 -0500

$3.50
Set of six letterpress Christmas gift tags, 3.375" x 2.125". Colors are pale citrus green and cranberry red. Printed on white (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper). Coordinates perfectly with my 'joy' cards and coasters.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, Deck the Halls, Letterpress Gift Tags

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:22:22 -0500

$3.50
Fa la la la la, la la la la!

Set of six, letterpress gift tags, 4.5" x 2.75". These tags feature my own holiday ornament illustration and coordinates perfectly with my 'Deck the Halls' cards. Colors are pine green and cranberry red. Printed on white (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper).

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, You Popped to Mind, Letterpress Cards

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:12:03 -0500

$12.95
Some people make you smile when you think of them. Return the smile, send them this happy poppy card and let them know they 'Popped to Mind'.

Red and black inks are letterpress printed on top of the digitally printed orange, creating a great dimensional effect that I can't wait to try again!

Set of six letterpress cards, 5.5" x 4.25" (A2) with coordinating envelopes featuring a poppy illustration by me. Printed on white (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper). Blank inside.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, Sunflower Thank You, Letterpress Cards

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:12:03 -0500

$12.95
Set of six letterpress cards, 5.75" x 4.375" (A2) with coordinating envelopes. Printed on Crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper. Blank inside.

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

My letterpress printing is done on a Vandercook No. 3 cylinder press circa 1941. Vandercooks are consider to be the 'gold standard' for quality letterpress printing. New Vandercook's are no longer being manufactured and the demand for these old treasures is great. I consider myself lucky to have her! Weighing in at just under a ton, she won't be going anywhere. This is an entirely manual press with no electric motors or parts. Sheets of paper are individually hand fed and the crank is manually turned to produce the impression. The results of this time consuming process are well worth it!

Set of 6, letterpress card/gift tags (happy birthday) version one

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:21:38 -0400

$1.75
Set of 6, 2"x2" letterpress happy birthday tags. Three different designs (two of each). Use them on your own home-made cards, dress up a gift, or hang as a gift tag. Printed in a cool gray on white (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper).

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

Set of 6, letterpress card/gift tags (happy birthday) version four

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:20:51 -0400

Set of 6, letterpress card/gift tags (thank you) version one

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:32:44 -0400

$1.75
Set of 6, 2"x2" letterpress thank you tags. Three different designs (two of each). Use them on your own home-made cards, dress up a gift, or hang as a gift tag. Printed in a cool gray on white (crane's beautiful 100% cotton 'Lettra' paper).

PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE MORE THAN 1 IN STOCK! :) Please convo me and tell me how may you'd like to purchase, I will adjust this listing for you.

ALL ABOUT LETTERPRESS (and then some!):
The art of letterpress involves inking raised type and then impressing it directly onto the printing surface. The result is an impression that you can see and feel. The oldest printing technique, letterpress began in Europe during the 14th century and remained the only printing method in use for centuries to come. Originally, type was hand cast and individual characters were set by hand into lines. Today, letterpress designs can be created via a computer and then output to engraved plates. The result is a wonderful mix of the old with the new. In today's world where mass produced digital copies are commonplace, the tactile quality and nostalgic feel of letterpress are truly unique.

Set of 6, letterpress card/gift tags (happy birthday) version three

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:32:43 -0400

Set of 6, letterpress card/gift tags (happy birthday) version five

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:32:43 -0400