Tag: handmade

Since the Move

Since the Move

Oh my goodness, have I ever been busy since the move into the new studio space. The first three weeks had me printing nonstop, and that was all for one job! Don’t get me wrong, I’m definitely not complaining, busy is good. It has made finishing the move and settling in a drawn out process, though. I’m getting there. Gradually. It’s such a treat to go to the studio every day, and not have mean that I’m going down the basement.

My new studio mate, Kristen Rost of FROSTco., is a welcome addition, too. We worked on some holiday product together this past season, and I’m looking forward to future collaborations with her.

Here is a sampling of some of what’s been coming off the press recently:

Gilding the Edges

Gilding the Edges

Applying gold leaf to the edges of paper is not something that I ever imagined I’d be doing. It’s a slow and finicky process, which suggests that I should have counted on doing it at some point, since I tend to gravitate toward that sort of thing. It’s worth the time it takes once you have the finished product in hand, though.

These cards are a thick 220 lb cotton cardstock that were letterpress printed prior to having the edges gilded.

The Finished Wedding Stationery

The Finished Wedding Stationery

This beautiful wedding stationery was designed by the bride, Michelle Butindaro. The printing was done here at Flying Rabbit Press; the text in black, and the accents in a subtle iridescent purple. You may have seen the photo of it in progress in the last post.

After the printing and trimming were completed, Michelle adhered each piece to iridescent backing paper, and mounted the invitations, themselves, to the inside of these lovely, cloth covered folios. The reception card, hotel card, rsvp card, and return envelope all tuck in nicely beneath the ribbon on the right hand side of the folio.

No detail was left unconsidered. The monogram on the front of the folio is a mere one inch square, but the invitations would be lacking with out it.

What a day!

What a day!

The Holiday Sale & Trunk Show was a great success. I had a wonderful time meeting new art lovers, and sold more work than I had anticipated.

The sunroom I shared with painter L Garner McCandless was bright and warm on this sunny autumn day. Our host, Ingrid Slamer, was an absolute delight, and the atmosphere was comfortable and lively. Folks chatted, milled, perused, asked questions, and bought art. Perfect.

Many thanks to our co-organizers, Ingrid Slamer and Victoria Prozan-McGlinn.

Holiday Sale & Trunk Show

Holiday Sale & Trunk Show

Saturday, November 20, 2010 · 12:00pm – 6:00pm
121 Bascom Place, Madison, WI

It’s that time of year already, but don’t fret! Here’s your chance to cross some folks off your list and support local, independent artists & designers, while eating, drinking & being merry.

Come check out unique handmade gift items created by a variety of local artists, just in time for the giving season. Delicious snacks and festive drinks will be served.

The more the merrier, so bring friends! Stop in for a quick look, or stay for hours, whatever your schedule or curiosity demands.

Visit the Facebook Event for an easy way to RSVP

Here is some information about the participating artists:

Tyler Poncho Toys: Plush making started as a child for Kaeti Lindquist when she began collecting stuffed animals. Constantly studying how they were made, she began recreating animals. Since she always imagined elaborate fantasy lives for the toys, she wrote and illustrated their first storybook, Tyler Poncho’s Amalgamated Menagerie. Tyler Poncho begins his journey and discovers he needs to find new friends and more adventures.

L Garner McCandless is a fine artist working primarily in oil paint. She also produces prints, drawings, beautiful stained glass and interesting craft articles. Her work often begins in landscape or the environment, and ventures off in exciting directions.

Flying Rabbit Press prints custom letterpress invitations, stationery, original hand-crafted greeting cards, and other specialty items in Madison, WI. Owned and operated by artist and printmaker Kate Clapper, the press is committed to the use of high quality materials and craftsmanship, creative solutions, and individualized customer service.

Prozan McGlinn is a fledgling design company started by Victoria Prozan McGlinn. She focuses on hand-screenprinted recycled paper goods and eco-textiles with original designs. PM’s current line includes table linens, tea towels, holiday cards, gift wrap, pillows and other miscellaneous fun stuff.

312 N Third St, Studio 3, Madison, WI 53704
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