Grad Gift Guide

You Turned Out Better Than I Thought

I had relatively low expectations…AND YOU EXCEEDED THEM!

Single Greeting Card
Blank Inside
Card measures 4.25 x 5.5 inches (A2)
Flat Printed on 110# heavyweight paper
Includes coordinating envelope

Designed in Detroit, Michigan 
* Woman Owned Business

Andrea Williams is the designer + entrepreneur behind Paisley Paper Co. Her love of pattern, mastery of color, and wry sense of humor makes her collection of greeting cards and stationery supplies irresistible. All bright, funny, and Detroit-made!

Letterpress Printed in full color!

Single Greeting Card
Blank Inside
Size: 4.25 x 5.5 inches (A2)
Paper: heavy uncoated cover stock 
includes coordinating envelope

Designed + printed by hand in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
* Woman Owned Business

Award-winning Ladyfingers Letterpress is an LGBTQ+ owned-and-operated stationery and gift brand based in Colorado Springs, founded by designer + printmaker couple, Arley Torsone and Morgan Calderini.

We launched our business in 2011 when our own wedding invitation went viral and we quickly became very busy producing (totally insane!) one-of-a-kind wedding invitations for the most creative and amazing clients. After the weddings were over, our clients would come back and ask if we had any letterpress cards to celebrate holidays, birthdays, etc. As a result, we decided to launch a humble line of greeting cards at the 2013 National Stationery Show and to our surprise, the line took off and our products are now sold in over 800 stores around the world.

Settin' yourself up for a life of riches, eh? 

Single Greeting Card
Blank Inside
Card measures 4.25 x 5.5 inches (A2)
Letterpress Printed on heavyweight paper
Includes coordinating envelope 

Designed + Printed in Silver City, New Mexico 
* Woman Owned Business

Features original illustration and hand lettering

Single Greeting Card 
Blank inside
Printed on heavyweight card stock
Card measures: 4.25 x 5.5 inches
Includes coordinating envelope

Made in Los Angeles, California
*Woman Owned Business

Keiko Brodeur began making illustrated paper goods under the name Small Adventure in 2009 in order to explore being a self-taught illustrator after having graduated with a graphic design degree and working in a few different fields. She soon fell in love with creating illustrations for greeting cards and other products for her own small business. Small Adventure is located in a studio space in Los Angeles. Plant-based "plastic" sleeves that are biodegradable and fully compostable are used to package all greeting cards and prints and all packaging materials that arrive to the studio in supply shipments are re-used for outgoing shipments. The aim of Small Adventure is to use illustration as a way to remind us all to connect back with the beauty around us and to be inspired by cultures and traditions that may be different from our own.

Single Greeting Card
Blank Inside
Card Measures: 4.25 x 5.5 inches (A2 size)
Includes Coordinating Envelope


Designed + Printed in Austin, Texas

Hills & Holler is the love child of artists Brandon Patrick and Michael Wooldridge. We make goods for magical beings! Our aim is to pay homage to our queer elders, uphold intersectional-or-bust politics, and uplift those in our community who have done the WORK. The vibe is like a West Coast Commune met a Stoner Country Store near a Queer Summer Camp... Yeah, we like it too :) Hills & Holler is operated from a little home dome in Austin, TX. We can't wait to spread the love with you!

Single Greeting Card 
Blank inside
Card measures: 4.25 x 5.5 inches
Includes coordinating envelope

Printed on 100lb heavyweight card stock 

Illustrated + Printed in Worcester, Massachusetts
*Woman Owned Business

Olive & Company is a handsome and handy collection of original illustrations on your favorite paper goods. We create useful products that inspire and delight. With an extensive background in surface pattern design and fashion design, Faye has blended her love of fresh color palettes and beautiful imagery to create a happy selection of artworks for your home, desktop, and on the go.

Single Greeting Card
Blank Inside
Card measures 4.25 x 5.5 inches (A2)
Letterpress Printed on heavyweight paper
Includes coordinating envelope 

Designed + Printed in Silver City, New Mexico 
* Woman Owned Business

For graduations and big life achievements. Beautifully illustrated using brush and black ink.

Artist: Alice Bowsher 

Single Greeting Card
Blank inside 
Dimensions: 4.3" x 6.1"
Printed on uncoated card stock
Includes coordinating envelope

Designed + Printed in London, England

Wrap is a British design studio based in east London. They are passionate about contemporary illustration! All of their products are made in the UK using the highest quality FSC materials and processes.

Happy Camper

Happy Camper smells like amber, smoky sandalwood, charred pine and a hint of marshmallow.

Candle features hand-poured soy wax, cotton core wicks, fine fragrance oils, and clear glass jar with lid.

Available in three sizes:
Mini 1.5 oz (burn time 10-15 hours) 
Standard 8 oz (burn time 40-50 hours) 
Large 16 oz (burn time 80-100 hours)

Handmade in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan
100% Veteran Owned + Operated
* POST Workshop Instructor

The Book Lover Pencil set was designed with readers in mind. Each brightly-colored, pastel pencil has a fun and witty quote emphasizing the joy of reading! This pencil set makes the perfect gift for librarians, teachers, book sellers, college students, and other book lovers in your life!

Each set includes the following pencils:
Eat, Sleep, Read, Repeat
So many books, so little time
Today a reader, tomorrow a leader
Books are yoga for the mind
Just one more chapter

• Made in USA
• Wood case pencils with #2 lead
• Certified non-toxic and conforms to ASTM D4236
• Latex-free synthetic erasers

Designed in Ann Arbor, Michigan
* Woman Owned Business

Fly Paper Products' literary and grammar themed stationery and gifts speak to many book lovers, grammar geeks and lovers of nostalgic images. Our vintage book and grammar themed products are sold in many museum shops, library gift shops, book stores, college bookshops and stationery stores throughout the United States. My love of books, libraries and fond memories of my childhood were the inspiration behind my designs. The sayings and nostalgic images we use speak to people of multiple generations.

These are a handy reminder while writing and they make a great gift for any grammar geek! Each saying is engraved into the pencil and not just printed on.

Set includes 5 different Grammar Pencils:
IT, ITS & IT'S = IT IS
GRAMMAR GEEK
LOVE THE OXFORD COMMA
ALOT IS NOT A WORD!
I BEFORE E, EXCEPT AFTER C

• Made in USA
• Wood case pencils with #2 lead
• Certified non-toxic and conforms to ASTM D4236
• Latex-free synthetic erasers

Designed in Ann Arbor, Michigan
* Woman Owned Business

Fly Paper Products' literary and grammar themed stationery and gifts speak to many book lovers, grammar geeks and lovers of nostalgic images. Our vintage book and grammar themed products are sold in many museum shops, library gift shops, book stores, college bookshops and stationery stores throughout the United States. My love of books, libraries and fond memories of my childhood were the inspiration behind my designs. The sayings and nostalgic images we use speak to people of multiple generations.

These are a handy reminder while writing and they make a great gift for any grammar geek! Each saying is engraved into the pencil and not just printed on.

Set includes 5 different Grammar Pencils:
Two, too, to
Affect, Effect
There, their, they're
We're, were, where
You, your, You're

• Made in USA
• Wood case pencils with #2 lead
• Certified non-toxic and conforms to ASTM D4236
• Latex-free synthetic erasers


Designed in Ann Arbor, Michigan
* Woman Owned Business

Fly Paper Products' literary and grammar themed stationery and gifts speak to many book lovers, grammar geeks and lovers of nostalgic images. Our vintage book and grammar themed products are sold in many museum shops, library gift shops, book stores, college bookshops and stationery stores throughout the United States. My love of books, libraries and fond memories of my childhood were the inspiration behind my designs. The sayings and nostalgic images we use speak to people of multiple generations.

A refreshing, visual way to track whatever goal you want to accomplish over a month. Put the poster up where you can see it easily, then color it to commemorate every day you accomplish your goal. You'll be encouraged to keep going when you see your poster filling up with color! Includes three 30-day goal sheets.

Designed + Packaged in Los Angeles, California

Founded in 2003 by husband-and-wife team Ted Vadakan and Angie Myung, Poketo has grown from a small startup into a creative hub and online destination. A lifestyle brand born out of the desire to infuse art and design into every day,  Poketo creates collections of design-conscious goods to cultivate a creative lifestyle. The name Poketo (pronounced “poh-keh-toe”) stems from the mispronunciation of “pocket” by Angie’s grandmother. It tied in perfectly with the first product ever created under Poketo: a series of artist wallets that fit right in your pocket—and Ted and Angie just loved the way it sounded.

This is a set of 4 A6 (10.5 x 14.5cm) sticker sheets. Printed in the UK using matte, textured paper, these stickers will brighten any notebook or planner. Each sheet has a different layout with both functional and decorative stickers, plus stickers you can fill out for yourself as well. Across the 4 sheets there's a total of 118 stickers. Comes packed in a biodegradable film bag. Made in the UK using FSC certified paper.

Designed + Printed in the U.K.

The Completist was founded in January, 2018 by husband and wife duo Marko and Jana and is run from their colourful studio in Peckham, London. Inspired by art, fashion and history and united by their love of good design, The Completist is well-known for their unique combinations of print, colour and beautiful products. From cards for every occasion to their popular lay-flat notebooks, they have something for every design-conscious stationery lover. But good design doesn’t stop with the final product which is why they go the extra mile to make sure The Completist ‘experience’ is as sustainable as possible - all their paper goods are made from FSC certified paper and come in biodegradable film bags. The rest of the packaging is made from FSC certified card or recycled paper.

Our luxury-quality 22-karat gold gilt lapel pins are decked with vivid cloisonné colors and have a magnetic backing. Delicate enough (and damage-free!) for your favorite tops but with magnetic strength that allows them to be worn on even heavy-weight denim.

Comes packaged in our unique glass vial packaging with cork.

Each pin is slightly smaller than 1" (2.5 cm).

Designed in San Francisco, California
* Woman Owned Business

Yellow Owl Workshop is a collection of artful, unique goods for creative expression designed by artist & author Christine Schmidt. Notable for its sophisticated yet playful aesthetic, the range of products includes greeting cards, a line of exquisite enamel gold pendants, earrings, lapel pins and rings, socks and craft kits. Though the products are diverse, consistent themes of innovative function, original graphics and bold colors emerge. Each item is expertly crafted with attention to detail, ecological awareness and premium materials.

A pocket-size hardcover book to take on your road trips and mini adventures!

Book measures approximately 3.75x5 inches and features an elastic closure. 

Handcrafted in Worthington, Ohio
*Woman Owned Business

Igloo Letterpress is a magnet for creatives, creators, and crafters. Igloo has been making cool cards since 1996 when Allison Chapman inherited her grandad's hobby printshop. We have continued to collect historical printing and binding equipment to bring ideas to life and put hands to work. As a contemporary letterpress printer, we thrive on pushing the envelope and experimenting with the best of digital and analog techniques. We are playful and precise and aim to make the journey from idea to product instructional, compelling and fun. We love the processes of printing and bookbinding, and we are proud to create work of the highest quality.

The beauty of the 18-Month Planner comes in its simplicity. A bold, colorful cover opens up to a bold and clean grid calendar view, open-dated so you can start and pause on any month you like. The sturdy cover, Smyth Sewn binding, and plenty of lined notes pages give it a substantial and durable feel so you can bring your plans with you wherever you go.

Environmentally friendly tree-free paper.

Open dated, 18 months.

80 pages (planner, lined and blank pages).

Measures: 8.25" x 11.75" (21 cm x 29.8 cm).

Designed + Packaged in Los Angeles, California

Founded in 2003 by husband-and-wife team Ted Vadakan and Angie Myung, Poketo has grown from a small startup into a creative hub and online destination. A lifestyle brand born out of the desire to infuse art and design into every day,  Poketo creates collections of design-conscious goods to cultivate a creative lifestyle. The name Poketo (pronounced “poh-keh-toe”) stems from the mispronunciation of “pocket” by Angie’s grandmother. It tied in perfectly with the first product ever created under Poketo: a series of artist wallets that fit right in your pocket—and Ted and Angie just loved the way it sounded.

Pencil case or cosmetic pouch? You decide! This is perfect for either, it's made of lovely cotton canvas fabric and has nylon lining. Features an abstract print and a contrast colour brass metal zip. Measures 10 inches wide at the top, 5 inches in height and 3.75 inches wide at the base. Machine washable as well, so it's easy to look after.

Designed + Printed in the U.K.

The Completist was founded in January, 2018 by husband and wife duo Marko and Jana and is run from their colourful studio in Peckham, London. Inspired by art, fashion and history and united by their love of good design, The Completist is well-known for their unique combinations of print, colour and beautiful products. From cards for every occasion to their popular lay-flat notebooks, they have something for every design-conscious stationery lover. But good design doesn’t stop with the final product which is why they go the extra mile to make sure The Completist ‘experience’ is as sustainable as possible - all their paper goods are made from FSC certified paper and come in biodegradable film bags. The rest of the packaging is made from FSC certified card or recycled paper.

The Worthwhile Planner 

Celebrate the magic in everyday moments with this simple and soothing open-dated planner designed to make the ordinary a little more intentional. Combining minimal and spacious function with little touch of geometric playfulness.

The layouts have been intentionally designed to capture plans and notes with ease and pleasure. These sweet keepers of daily life also make lovely gifts.

Open dated - this means you can start using it whenever you want. Skip a week and don't waste paper. All you need to do is open it up fill in the blanks with dates - it's a fun process! This open-dated planner combines a minimal, open, spacious feel with a little touch of geometric playfulness.

Screen printed cover on 120# recycled kraft card stock.
Measures: 8.5" wide x 8.5" tall, and about a half inch in thickness.
Inner Paper: Recycled, White, Thick Text-weight. 

DESIGN FEATURES:

• A fun outside half-moon shaped flap
• 12 month spreads
• 52 week spreads
• 10 spreads of plain dot grid in the back
• Minimal design + plenty of space.
• Week starts on Monday to keep your week and weekends separate.
• Start your weekly spread off right with the "weekly intention" line.
• Fill in the circles with the full and new moons to keep an eye on the cycles of nature.

The Worthwhile Planner 

Celebrate the magic in everyday moments with this simple and soothing open-dated planner designed to make the ordinary a little more intentional. Combining minimal and spacious function with little touch of geometric playfulness.

The layouts have been intentionally designed to capture plans and notes with ease and pleasure. These sweet keepers of daily life also make lovely gifts.

Open dated - this means you can start using it whenever you want. Skip a week and don't waste paper. All you need to do is open it up fill in the blanks with dates - it's a fun process! This open-dated planner combines a minimal, open, spacious feel with a little touch of geometric playfulness.

Screen printed cover on 120# recycled kraft card stock.
Measures: 8.5" wide x 8.5" tall, and about a half inch in thickness.
Inner Paper: Recycled, White, Thick Text-weight. 

DESIGN FEATURES:

• A fun outside half-moon shaped flap
• 12 month spreads
• 52 week spreads
• 10 spreads of plain dot grid in the back
• Minimal design + plenty of space.
• Week starts on Monday to keep your week and weekends separate.
• Start your weekly spread off right with the "weekly intention" line.
• Fill in the circles with the full and new moons to keep an eye on the cycles of nature.

Handcrafted leather wallet, made in the Upper Peninsula

Named for Alexander Agassiz, president of the Calumet & Hecla Mining Co. from 1871 until his death in 1910 at sea, aboard the RMS Adriatic.

Handcrafted in Calumet, Michigan

Quality leather goods, from the cold, black heart of Michigan's Copper Country.

Sterling Silver + 6mm White Pearls

These are natural button pearls set in handcrafted sterling silver. These stud earrings are lightweight and easy to wear, with the earring posts set in the center of the stone. Overall diameter of the pearl is just over 6mm wide.

The pearls feature a light iridescence within the white undertone. Please note that each natural pearl is different - like snowflakes - the shapes and colors vary ever so slightly, making them all the more gorgeous and unique!

Handcrafted in Detroit, Michigan
* Woman Owned Business

Christine’s work travels between lovely objects for every day to fanciful works of fiction for exhibition and the runway environment. In either case you can be assured that all work is hand made by Christine and that she strives to be as eco-conscience and good citizen minded as she can be. 90% of the metals that Christine uses are from recycled/reused sources.

Sterling Silver + Natural Peacock Pearls

These are natural button pearls set in handcrafted sterling silver. These stud earrings are lightweight and easy to wear, with the earring posts set in the center of the stone. Using button pearls allow for the earring to sit a little more snug to the earlobe as opposed to the full round pearls. 

The pearls feature a purple undercoat with green and blue iridescence. Please note that each natural pearl is different - like snowflakes - the shapes and colors vary ever so slightly, making them all the more gorgeous and unique!

Available in your choice of 6mm or 9mm diameter

Handcrafted in Detroit, Michigan
* Woman Owned Business

Christine’s work travels between lovely objects for every day to fanciful works of fiction for exhibition and the runway environment. In either case you can be assured that all work is hand made by Christine and that she strives to be as eco-conscience and good citizen minded as she can be. 90% of the metals that Christine uses are from recycled/reused sources.

These stunning scissors are manufactured in a family-owned factory in Italy and are hand assembled and adjusted by craftsmen with over 25 years experience. They measure 21cms long and are proper tailors scissors, so make a perfect gift for the fashion lover or crafty person in your life. They work great for paper too!

These beauties feature full color printed handles, and come in a beautiful matching box, perfect for gifting. These scissors are made from hot dropped forged high carbon steel and are double plated (chrome over nickel, for extra resistance to wear and rust).

Designed + Printed in the U.K.

The Completist was founded in January, 2018 by husband and wife duo Marko and Jana and is run from their colourful studio in Peckham, London. Inspired by art, fashion and history and united by their love of good design, The Completist is well-known for their unique combinations of print, colour and beautiful products. From cards for every occasion to their popular lay-flat notebooks, they have something for every design-conscious stationery lover. But good design doesn’t stop with the final product which is why they go the extra mile to make sure The Completist ‘experience’ is as sustainable as possible - all their paper goods are made from FSC certified paper and come in biodegradable film bags. The rest of the packaging is made from FSC certified card or recycled paper.

An adventurer walking toward the woods is not afraid of getting lost. The North Star shines in the sky, revealed in the dark by blue glow-in-the-dark pigment. The star makes sure our hiker doesn't stray from her path. This illustration is screen printed onto cream or off-white paper. Deep browns depict the forest and a pop of scarlet red is used for her jacket.

ARTWORK DETAILS:
- 3 color screen print pulled by hand
- Hand mixed dark brown, red and glow-in-the-dark blue inks
- French Manila Yellow 100# paper made locally at a hydropowered mill
- Measures 12 x 24" (standard frame size)
- Edition of 85 prints signed and numbered by the artists

Print is sold unframed. If you would like to add a frame to your order, we are happy to frame it for you, please send a message to request a custom-made frame.

Printed in Madison Heights, Michigan
* POST Instructor