DowntownPress
Fredericksburg, Virginia |
DowntownPress
Letterpress: One of a Kind Cards and PrintsFredericksburg, Virginia 146 Sales On Etsy since 2014
5 out of 5 stars
Announcement
Closing the shop for July If you want anything, now's the time to order :)
I letterpress print what I love. You'll find letterpress-printed cards and prints especially for introverts and writers. I have always been motivated by the written word, so I love placing small cards in wooden stands around my house and in my work space.
I am a tiny shop so I only print 5 or 6 of each.
I also have cards available on my website: https://www.shopdowntownwritingandpress.com/shop
Use your paper for good.
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Please connect with me:
http://downtownwritingandpress.com
http://instagram.com/downtownwritingandpress
http://scmorgan.net
https://www.facebook.com/downtownwritingandpress
Announcement
Closing the shop for July If you want anything, now's the time to order :)
I letterpress print what I love. You'll find letterpress-printed cards and prints especially for introverts and writers. I have always been motivated by the written word, so I love placing small cards in wooden stands around my house and in my work space.
I am a tiny shop so I only print 5 or 6 of each.
I also have cards available on my website: https://www.shopdowntownwritingandpress.com/shop
Use your paper for good.
#######################
Please connect with me:
http://downtownwritingandpress.com
http://instagram.com/downtownwritingandpress
http://scmorgan.net
https://www.facebook.com/downtownwritingandpress
Reviews
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Danielle Witt on Jun 12, 2018
5 out of 5 starsabsolutely perfect and shipped super fast! seller has great communication :)
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Carey Pohanka on Dec 27, 2016
5 out of 5 starsI wanted a special, but not too expensive gift for some friends. These books were beautiful and just what I was looking for. My friends who got them LOVED them and were thrilled at having a handmade piece. Great all around experience and I highly recommend this shop. :)
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About
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Locking up type for a book of my poetry.
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Working on a table top platen press.
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When I'm not printing, I'm often on the river
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I've been experimenting with bright colors lately!
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My 8 x 12 Chandler and Price. I named her Babbie after my grandmother who inspired my creativity.
Downtown Writing & Letterpress
I've always loved words and typography.
My supervising teacher once told me that I "had a calm about me." Whether or not that was true didn't matter. I believed her and carried her words close to my heart. I lived into them.
When I started my shop, I wanted to create cards and prints that matter to people-- that might even change their lives.
I only make 5-10 cards or prints at a time, which means you won't see them everywhere. I cut, print, score, and fold each card one at a time before placing in a cello envelope to ship.
My presses include an 8x12 C&P, a Line O'Scribe, and a small Golding Pearl. I print using wood and metal type and polymer plates designed in Adobe Illustrator. My introverted self loves spending time in the shop, getting my hands covered in ink, and finding ways to tell stories in print.
If you have a favorite quote or phrase, I might be able to do some custom work for you. Message me with questions, and we'll see if we can work it out.
I love being able to use vintage equipment to keep the art of letterpress alive. And I believe customer service is the most important quality I can offer those of you who support small shops like mine.
Shop members
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Susan Carter Morgan
Owner
I am a printer. I love my alone time, Makers Mark, Golden Retrievers, and walks along the beach. I design, print, cut, score, fold, and mail each card myself. Printful handles my mugs, bags, and non-letterpress prints.
Production partners
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Hello World Paper Co
VA, United States
Designed by me and laser cut by Hello World Paper Co
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Printful
NC, United States
I design my introvert items. They are printed at Printful and shipped from there.
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Spreadshirt
United States
This company values relationships, quality work, and community spirit.
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
Payment
Shipping
Additional policies and FAQs
More information
Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalized orders
Custom orders are priced on the number of words and type of material used. For example, a 5x7 printed on thick, cotton paper is usually $35 for a short quote. I need one to two weeks to work on custom orders.