Oh la la! So French-

So very pleased to introduce these newest lovelies by artist Jodi French. Jodi and I worked together in our Limited days. She is now a mom and artist living in New Hampshire we have recently reacquainted - thnku Facebook. Jodi's work encompasses a vintage elegance we are so fond of here at On Paper. I think these wearable (VERY wearable) fiber florals are just perfect!

Bracelet cuff- really unique piece flowers are stitched to a rustic linen fabric- a great contrast that simply works- so original and the colors are perfect together.

Satin fabric, vintage beads, burnished edges are some of the delicate details that define the work.

This one is brooch- ultra suede for a much more rustic, everyday look.
Pearl beads, crochet center- LUV!

My fave of the collection- this can be worn day, night, formal black-tie,
w/jeans and everything in between.
A stunning combo of textures and dimensions.

A divine accessory- wear as a belt, headband wrap, necklace of any length-
Did someone say holiday par-tay!!?
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Thanks Jodi- I love having them at On Paper!

7 Things I Heart Today

Photo by Emily Noble

A stunningly beautiful day today here in Columbus O-H-I-O so I waltzed over to Goodale Park for a few moments to clear my head and reflect on 5 simple things I love today:

1. The ginormous lilly pads springing up from the pond. Incredibly tall and incredibly huge!

2. More natural forms- 12" pods dangling from a beautiful old tree and dancing above my head.

3. The black and red ladybug that just landed on the black park bench where I am sitting. A card design in the making.

4. The white noise of the nearby highway- sounding a bit like the ocean and a bit like a hum of a big city. Reminding me it is neither, but happy that it tricks me in to thinking so.

5. Smiling dogs running through the park- happy, carefree, romping.

6. Ducks, ducks and more ducks- claiming their turf and flaunting their feathers for the Mrs. to be- at least the next Mrs. to be for the winter that is!

7. Despite a very tough economy and a very slow week the shop is busy today. And life is good- we have parks- and the park is FREE!

Take Note

Notecards, note pads, note books - if it's for notes- we've got it!

Photo by C Studios

Honorable Mention

So pleased! My very own wedding favor from my very own wedding was mentioned yesterday on a fab wedding inspiration blog: The Sweetest Occasion. Take a look- and while you are there be sure to read some of Cyd's previous posts for some truly inspired ideas!

P.S. Cards available at the shop (614) 424-6617 ;-)

Initial LUV

love this site I just read about on the Orange Beautiful blog (thanx Emily!) -

The Daily Drop Cap is an ongoing project by illustrator and typographer Jessica Hiche.Every day Jessica posts a different, amazing, handcrafted initial cap for your viewing pleasure. Generous, you say? Wait- the best part is yet to come- you can use these caps for your own enjoyment (restrictions apply) and re-post them with her easy to follow directions. What a great idea!

LifeEpicurean.com Article

Nice article written about the shop and about lovely, lovely card writing. Read it here:

Paper in Pink

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month draws to a close - thought I'd salute with a nod to the paper fabulous- toilet paper fabulous that is!

A very cool fashion show was presented in September by Cananda's leading TP manufacturer- Cashmere- a show of fashion designs created by- you guessed it- good ol' papier de toilette! Here's what they say about the event:

"Fifteen top fashion designers from across Canada graced the runway with their vision of a future without breast cancer at the Sixth Annual White Cashmere Collection 2009: Fashion with Compassion in Toronto on September 23.

A unique celebration of style with substance, the world-leading White Cashmere Collection is crafted entirely in 100% pure, soft and luxurious sheets of Cashmere Bathroom Tissue, Canada’s best-selling brand. The Cashmere BT (bathroom tissue) Couture collection also heralds the return of limited-edition Pink Cashmere, a fund- and awareness-raiser for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, with twenty-five cents from the sale of every package of Pink going directly to the Foundation."

To see the entire collection and read the designer bios visit the Couture White Cashmere Collection site. And next time you make a TP purchase- stock up and consider the possibilities...
what a great way to boost your recession wardrobe!! ;-)