Small Stories Told on Paper
Welcome to Ash & Dove, where art, words, and paper come together to create beautiful cards for love, remembrance, and the moments that matter most.
Ash & Dove began in 2014, originally under the name Cherish the Memory.
It was born from a moment of heartbreak, when I struggled to find a card that felt meaningful enough for a friend who had lost her baby. That experience changed the way I saw greeting cards forever.
I realised how powerful a simple piece of paper can be when it carries the right words.
Ash & Dove grew from that idea — a stationery studio dedicated to creating cards that hold emotion, memory, and beauty.
Today the collection focuses on illustrated storytelling cards, inspired by moonlit gardens, forgotten fairy tales, and the quiet magic of nature.
I’m Karen, a lifelong printmaker at heart. With more than twenty years working in commercial print and with luxury design clients, I’ve developed a deep love for the craft behind beautiful stationery — from fine papers and foiling to colour, texture, and detail.
Every design at Ash & Dove blends:
• artistic illustration
• thoughtful words
• a deep appreciation for print craftsmanship
Our cards are made for romantic souls, letter writers, journal keepers, and anyone who still treasures the beauty of handwritten words.
Because sometimes the right card becomes more than a message.
It becomes something kept, remembered, and cherished.
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Outside of Etsy, ashanddove.com is home to a carefully curated collection of beautiful paper goods, homewares, and luxury bath and body products from female-led and independent designers.
The shop features work from over 350 designers, including brands such as Five Dollar Shake, The Art File, and Paperlink, celebrating craftsmanship, foiling, embossing, and the timeless beauty of printed paper.