When was the last time you wrote a letter? I mean an actual letter, that you put a stamp on (and I am not talking about paying bills or writing business letters). I am referring to a letter that is full of news, emotions and love. When I was a child I have many stationery sets, and I used to write to my mum, grandparents and friends on it. The stationery always had matching envelopes and was a joy to write on and even more a joy to receive.
In my capacity as a designer, I've noticed a trend towards "real" looking collage, vintage postcards, fabrics, lace and textures that give a flat surface a 3d effect. My feeling is that there is a deep desire for something to hold onto in this digital world, a nostalgic look back at simpler, more hands on times, when the pace was a little slower and everything was a little more "doable".
(Above - Paper Doll Parade Note cards available at Pulp Creative Paper)
Above - Butterfly Collection from Elum
Juicy Note Cards From Luella Press
