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WhirlingWorld

Literary Quote Typography - Notebooks & Stationery

Derby, United Kingdom On Etsy since 2016

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WhirlingWorld

Literary Quote Typography - Notebooks & Stationery

Derby, United Kingdom | 1,449 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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Announcement    "I turned silences and nights into words. What was unutterable, I wrote down. I made the whirling world stand still." - Rimbaud

Launching in January 2017, the Whirling World (by TangleCrafts) captures inspirational literary quotes in minimalist typography style, on a range of stationery - notebooks, bullet journals, notecards, writing paper etc. Great gifts for any writer, planner, dreamer or doodler! Whirling World specialises in simple journals with a choice of standard page types as well as offering original, adaptable & versatile page layouts for creative thinkers.

My notebooks are also available featuring one-of-a-kind postage stamp cover artwork - please check out my latest creations at http://tanglecrafts.etsy.com

Beautiful wooden pen in banner above is from http://nobbysnibs.etsy.com

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Last updated on Dec 19, 2016

"I turned silences and nights into words. What was unutterable, I wrote down. I made the whirling world stand still." - Rimbaud

Launching in January 2017, the Whirling World (by TangleCrafts) captures inspirational literary quotes in minimalist typography style, on a range of stationery - notebooks, bullet journals, notecards, writing paper etc. Great gifts for any writer, planner, dreamer or doodler! Whirling World specialises in simple journals with a choice of standard page types as well as offering original, adaptable & versatile page layouts for creative thinkers.

My notebooks are also available featuring one-of-a-kind postage stamp cover artwork - please check out my latest creations at http://tanglecrafts.etsy.com

Beautiful wooden pen in banner above is from http://nobbysnibs.etsy.com

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    About WhirlingWorld

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    Whirling World - Literary Notebooks & Stationery

    "I turned silences and nights into words. What was unutterable, I wrote down. I made the whirling world stand still." - Rimbaud

    Words are powerful things, and those of us who are obsessive readers, writers or 'just' compulsive note-makers are at their mercy. Whether we write our own stories, or just try to keep our lives organised, the humble notebook is quite simply an essential tool.

    I'm a wordy person (you may notice) - but my creativity ventures in all kinds of directions. Most recently, I have been making collages with vintage postage stamps; however, I have found that my ideal canvas is not a canvas at all, but actually the plain old common-or-garden notebook. I mention this to illustrate just how far my pre-occupation with notebooks stretches... (Check out my collaged notebooks here: http://tanglecrafts.etsy.com)

    My collage artwork and a search for the perfect notebook to use as canvas eventually led me to the possibility of having my very own notebooks printed - at first just the covers, and then - finally! - the inner page layouts, too. I was very happy!

    I grew up in a house full of books, with parents who were both avid readers and hoarders. My entire adult life, I have worked as a bookseller. I have thus read widely and somewhat eclectically, discovering all manner of word-filled treasures. I love my postage stamp collages, but the (lack of) winter light is not conducive to getting as much work done as I would like. Notebook design, however, can be done in any light, at any time of year, and so my creative frustration has found a new outlet. It is also the perfect excuse to sit down and read a good book, because now that is just 'research'. ;)

    I hope this Whirling World shop will appeal to fellow readers, writers and bookish types. The quotations I have chosen for my notebook covers are a very personal selection that (with one or two exceptions) are a little less common. They're the words that have stuck with me over time, and exemplify (or, in some cases, helped to build) my own world-view. They made MY whirling world stand still. :)

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    • TangleCrafts

      Owner, Designer

      Obsessive reader, wordsmith & collage artist. I know I'm not alone in my passion for either books or notebooks but I love having found a way to combine some of my ideas. Designing notebook layouts & sharing my favourite quotes is very satisfying!

    Production partners

    • A specialist art printing company

      Bournemouth, England

      This company works closely with British artists to create high quality gift items from original artwork.

    • A bespoke printing company

      Leeds, England

      This printing company uses my specifications to turn my original designs into finished notebooks. It allows me to create (and in turn offer) unique products that you won't find anywhere else! Their recycled options are of a higher quality than I have found anywhere else.

    • A bespoke digital print company

      Milton Keynes, England

      This print company produces labels & stickers from my designs. They use highest quality materials, processes and experience to create professionally finished accessories that perfectly compliment my range of stationery.

    • A bespoke digital print company

      London, England

      This company produces printed bookmarks & labels from my typographic designs. They offer high quality image reproduction, as well as eco friendly cardstocks, & print processes which combine in a professionally finished product.

    • A specialist label printing company

      Oldham, England

      This digital print company specialises in high quality labels & stickers. They offer a variety of finishes, allowing me to transform my designs into a more versatile medium.

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