From vintage-inspired to fresh illustrations
Truth bomb: Next month is Christmas. That's basically tomorrow. Which means we snail mail freaks needed to start shopping for Christmas cards yesterday. Last year, I stocked up on some choice cards while in New York, and like any sleuth with a greeting card obsession, I tracked down their makers by googling the info on the back of each card. Boom! The search paid off. Check out these goodies.
Driscoll Design
These charming cards from Driscoll Design with their retro flair are some of my favs. The brand is family owned, eco-conscious, and all products are made right in the USA. I think the About page on the Driscoll website best describes their vibe: "You know, feel good stuff." I have the Noel card; the falling snow is dotted with glitter and the envelope is a shiny gold. It's one of those cards I'm having trouble parting with — I might just frame it instead!
I have an antique-style reindeer card from Cavallini & Company waiting in my stash for a lucky someone. The card is trimmed with holly, ivy, and the perfect dash of sparkle — a nice heavy and textured stock, too. I've already blogged about Cavallini's flora & fauna postcards; you can find their holiday greetings at Paper Source.
Carolyn Suzuki Goods
I feel like some of the holiday cards by Carolyn Suzuki are hit or miss — but the hits are home runs. I'm really loving these gnome and yeti cards, the gnome which I bought in New York last year. It's blank inside, comes with a craft paper envelope, and is just the right size to write a nice little note. The artwork also extends the grey sky and snowy scene to the back of the card. It's all about the details!
If you're in the Milwaukee area, here are some more ideas on where to shop locally for holiday cards: Soaps & Scents, Beans & Barley, and Broadway Paper. Though it's a chain, I'd also recommend checking out Paper Source at Bayshore, as they carry a lot of cards from various artists. Happy snail mailing!
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