katieblairdesigns

View from the Cliff House (limited edition screenprint)

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:34:02 -0800

An overcast day, looking out at the beach from the deck of San Francisco's cliff house. You can almost hear the seals barking from the nearby rocks.

This hand-pulled screen print is carefully detailed and printed in 6 colors on 100 lb. 100% recycled Via cover stock.

The print measures 5 x 7 inches, while the actual printed area is approximately 4 x 6 inches.

Each print has been crafted by hand. As part of the nature of hand-pulled screen prints, there may be slight variations from print to print, which simply adds to the magic.

"View from the Cliff House" was printed in an extremely limited run - there are only 8 prints in existence - and each print is signed and numbered by me, the artist.

You will receive the print only - the frame pictured is not included.

$20.00

Such a Good Dog (screenprinted note card set)

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:29:58 -0800

Sometimes, the most comforting thing in life is knowing that there's a good dog waiting for you, watching your every move - even if he or she is just hoping you'll drop a scrap or two.

These charming notecards feature an original illustration and are hand-pulled screenprints. The image of this attentive pup is printed in stark black and 80 lb. 100% recycled cover stock. The inside of each card is completely blank, leaving it wide open for any sentiment you'd like to add.

Each set comes with 5 4.25x5.5-inch note cards and 5 bright yellow envelopes.

All of my cards are completely hand made and feature original illustrations. Please note that the nature of screenprinting means that there may be slight variations from card to card - this is part of the magic of hand printing.

$8.00

So Bright (screenprinted notebook)

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:48:20 -0800

Some days, you just need something extra to brighten your spirits. Let this cheerful notebook bring a little extra sunshine into your life, even while it gives you plenty of room to doodle or makes lists.

The cover of this pretty little notebook is screenprinted by hand in two colors. It features a background of bright yellow, printed on top with squiggly bright orange circles. The cover is made of 110 lb. 100% recycled coverstock, and it is lightly coated with an acrylic finish to help protect the print.

The inside pages are blank and made of 100% recycled text paper. There are 40 inside sheets.

The entire notebook measures approximately 5x6.75 inches and is hand-sewn for a neat, simple binding.

NOTE: This notebook is also available with lined pages. If you'd prefer lined pages in your notebook, just let me know when you checkout. Thanks!

$10.00

Rockstar Pocket Notebook

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:35:14 -0800

For the rockstar in all of us -- masquerading as a busy employee, a rushing parent or maybe a stressed out student -- this handy little notebook hints at your crowd-surfing side..

My pocket notebooks are entirely handmade. The covers, made of 80lb. chocolate brown cardstock, are screenprinted by hand in tan ink. The original illustration features retro stars that overlap the edges of the notebook. The covers are carefully folded and notched by hand to enclose your notes.

Inside, you'll find 40 blank sheets of 100% recycled 70lb. writing paper. These pieces of paper have been carefully bound by hand to the top inside of the cover, ensuring that they are firmly in place.

The pocket notebook is the perfect thing to make notes to yourself and store quick ideas or phone numbers in your purse or pocket. It also makes a lovely little gift.

If you're interested in more than you see listed here (or if you're interested in a large-quantity custom pocket notebook design for favors or gifts), please e-mail me at kate@katieblairdesigns.com. Thanks for looking!

$5.00

So Many Lists (teal notebook)

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:40:43 -0800

Lately, lists have been taking over my life. I have to-do lists, and would-like-to-do lists, and wish-I-could-do lists. I have lists to keep track of my lists. I have lists scattered across my desk, taped to my fridge, and shoved in my purse.

So I created this notebook. It's perfect for people like you and me: people who are just so fond of lists, but don't quite have enough time to get them all. At least now you can keep track of them in one cute notebook.

Screenprinted by hand, the cover features the phrase "so many lists, so little time," and is printed in rich teal on white, 110 lb. 100% recycled cardstock. The back cover is a solid teal screenprint, and both are lightly coated with an acrylic seal to help protect them. There are 60 inside pages, made of 70 lb. 100% recycled writing paper, and the notebook is carefully bound and topped off crisp white filmoplast tape, making it sturdy but easy for you to tear off one of your lists, should you need to tape it to the fridge.

These notebooks are completely handcrafted: they are printed by hand, the pages are cut by hand, and the book is completely bound by hand, making it a lovingly put together product that you will love.

The notebook measures 3.5 x 7.75 inches.

$12.00

So Many Lists (pink notebook)

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:34:58 -0800

Screenprinted by hand, the cover features the phrase "so many lists, so little time," and is printed in bubble gum pink on white, 110 lb. 100% recycled cardstock. The back cover is a solid pink screenprint, and both are lightly coated with an acrylic seal to help protect them. There are 60 inside pages, made of 70 lb. 100% recycled writing paper, and the notebook is carefully bound and topped off crisp white filmoplast tape, making it sturdy but easy for you to tear off one of your lists, should you need to tape it to the fridge.

The notebook measures 3.5 x 7.75 inches.

$12.00

Haze Screenprinted Notebook

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:52:31 -0800

Ever have one of those days that just seems to go by in a blurry haze?

Luckily, you'll have a handy notebook to keep track of the things that really matter -- you know, like your doodles and daydreams -- once the haze has passed.

The cover of this pretty little notebook is screenprinted by hand in two colors and features overlapping circles in bright blue and plum. The cover is made of 110 lb. 100% recycled coverstock, and it is lightly coated with an acrylic finish to help protect the print.

The inside pages are lined and made of 100% recycled text paper. There are 40 inside sheets.

The entire notebook measures approximately 5x6.75 inches and is hand-sewn for a neat, simple binding.

NOTE: This notebook is also available with blank pages. If you'd prefer blank pages in your notebook, just let me know when you checkout. Thanks!

$10.00

Denim Darling (Pocket Notebook)

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:13:04 -0800

In the perfect blue jean shade with printed stitched around the outside, these darling notebooks are the perfect casual way to stash all your notes when you're on the go.

My pocket notebooks are entirely handmade. The covers, made of 80lb. blue cardstock, are screenprinted by hand in white ink. The original illustration features mock-stitching around the outside of the notebook and the word "notes" across the front of the notebook. The covers are carefully folded and notched by hand to enclose your notes.

The pocket notebook is the perfect thing to make notes to yourself and store quick ideas or phone numbers in your purse or pocket. It also makes a lovely little gift.

$5.00

Oh, thank you!

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:01:43 -0800

Say thank you in a big, loud way with these fun, screenprinted cards.

Each card features an original design of a large, curvy "thank you" overlapping a strip of color, hand-printed in bright orange ink on white cardstock. The screens for these hand-printed cards have been textured so that each card has a slightly different charmingly grungy feel - look closely at the photos and you'll see that the cards have slightly different looks, making each one unique.

These cards are hand-printed on 100% recycled 80lb. coverstock, using water-based non-toxic inks. Each set comes with 5 cards and 5 white 100% recycled white envelopes.

The cards measure 4.25x5.5 inches and are blank inside, leaving plenty of room for your own messages.

This item is available with my Giftshipper option! I will gift wrap your items, include your personal message and ship your purchase directly to your recipient at no extra charge. When you check out, please mention "giftshipper" and include the text of your note in the comment box.

$8.50

Let's Have Coffee (5-card set)

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:35:48 -0800

This is the new and improved, fully hand-printed version of my popular "Let's Have Coffee" note cards.

The original design for these cards was inspired by my friend Heather, one of my favorite coffee dates. They're the perfect way to share the wish for a strong brew with a friend who lives far away, or to invite someone nearby out for a sip.

The whole set makes a beautiful gift, or tuck a coffee shop gift card inside and give one away.

With all the warmth of your favorite coffee shop, they feature an original illustration of a cream-colored coffee mug and the phrase "let's have coffee," screen printed by hand on a beautiful green linen coverstock. Inside you'll find a piece a blank white paper to make it easy to write your own message.

The cards are carefully printed in two colors on 30% recycled 80 lb. linen coverstock (the inside paper is 100% recycled).

Each set includes 5 4.25x5.5-inch handmade, handprinted cards and comes with 5 light brown, 100% recycled envelopes.

$10.00

Made with Love Recipe Cards

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:06:09 -0800

The recipes I cherish most are ones that are handwritten by relatives, some who live far away and others who live on only in our family albums, that have been passed down to me. Often they are wrinkled and a little spattered with ingredients, but they are well-loved -- and delicious.

Save your own favorite recipes, or share them with a loved one, on these sweet, simple recipe cards. The words "my recipes" and a small heart have been hand-lettered, then turned into an illustration and screenprinted by hand in black and red, non-toxic ink. The cards also have thin black lines laser-printed on them for keeping your directions straight. Each card is printed on 80 lb., 100% recycled white cover stock.

Each recipe card set includes 10 hand-printed recipe cards.

Please keep in mind that, due to the hand-printed nature of these cards, there may be some slight variations from card to card.

$5.00

XOXO (single card)

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:41:28 -0800

Share the love with big, bold imagery and a beautiful, hand-printed card.

This 5x7 note card features an original illustration of X's and O's that form a big heart (plus an extra xoxo in the corner, just for good measure). The illustration is screenprinted by hand in bright white ink on scarlet, 80 lb., 30% recycled coverstock. Inside, you'll find a piece of white, 100% recycled cardstock to make it easy to write your own messages.

Each card comes with a white, 100% recycled envelope. The image is carefully hand-printed using water-based, non-toxic ink. Your order will be carefully packaged in a bubble mailer.

$2.50

XOXO (5-card set)

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:39:07 -0800

Share the love with big, bold imagery and a beautiful, hand-printed card.

This set of 5x7 note cards features an original illustration of X's and O's that form a big heart (plus an extra xoxo in the corner, just for good measure). The illustration is screenprinted by hand in bright white ink on scarlet, 80 lb., 30% recycled coverstock.

Each set includes 5 cards and 5 white, 100% recycled envelopes. The images are carefully hand-printed using water-based, non-toxic inks. Your order will be carefully packaged in a bubble mailer.

$10.00

Green, Green Grass Notebook

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:06:54 -0800

"Until man duplicates a blade of grass, nature can laugh at his so-called scientific knowledge."

- Thomas Edison

This lovely notebook is screenprinted by hand and features an original illustration of a field of grass, printed in two shades of green with water-soluble, environmentally friendly inks. The print has some rough marks, reminiscent of a vintage print -- or perhaps the texture of grass stains.

The notebook measure 5x7 inches and is spiral bound. The front cover is printed on 110 lb. white cover stock that is 100% recycled, and the image is coated with a thin acrylic coating to help protect the print. The back cover is a piece of brown/white cardboard, to lend a little extra stability to the notebook.

There are approximately 70 blank interior pages, all made of 100% recycled paper. The entire thing is spiral-bound with a silver-colored binding.

This notebook is also available with lined pages - just ask for them when you check out!

Please note that, due to the hand-printed nature of this notebook, there may be some variation from notebook to notebook, but all are of high quality.

$9.00

Elegant Gratitude - Chocolate

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:18:06 -0800

Sometimes, when saying thank you, you have to let your words take center stage. And what better way to do that than against the backdrop of these simple, elegant cards?

Made of heavy cardstock in a rich chocolate brown color, the cards are each Gocco-printed with an original swirly "thank you" design in white ink. (A Gocco is a Japanese screenprinting device). The white ink stands out nicely against the dark brown background. The cards are folded, and a white cardstock interior makes writing your sentiments easy.

The set includes 5 cards and 5 white 5.5 x 4.25-inch envelopes.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for looking!

$7.00

Sweet and Simple 4 x 6 Notebook

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:15:50 -0800

Sometimes a girl just needs something sassy and simple to collect her thoughts, corral her lists, and complement her wardrobe.

This little notebook is just the thing. With its gorgeous pink ink, it's got a dash of sass, but the perfect hand-held size and sweet lined-up dots of the design keep everything in line for the perfect simple look.

The cover is screenprinted by hand in an original design in a pretty, vibrant pink ink. Each notebook measures 4x6 inches and contains 40 100% recycled blank pages. The notebook cover is covered in a light acrylic coating to help protect it from the elements, and the whole thing is hand-stitched with a hemp thread.

This is a completely hand-crafted work of art, made just for you.

This notebook is also available with lined pages if you'd prefer. Just drop me a note when you check out to let me know you'd like lined pages!

Please let me know if you have any questions - thanks for looking!

$8.00

Perfect Plum 3.5x5 Notebook

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:05:50 -0800

The Perfect Plum Notebook now comes in a 3.5x5 size!

There's something about this deep, dark plum color that I just want to eat up. It's so rich and juicy that your eyes get lost in the contemplation of it.

But if the color of these notebooks isn't enough for you, the gorgeous pattern on them might do the trick. Screenprinted by hand in deep, deep plum ink, each cover is chock-full of an original floral design, practically bursting off the 110 lb. cardstock cover.

The corners of this beauty are rounded nicely. Each notebook measures 3.5x5 inches and contains 40 100% recycled blank pages. The notebook cover is covered in a light acrylic coating to help protect it from the elements, and the whole thing is hand-stitched with a hemp thread.

This is a completely hand-crafted work of art, made just for you.

Please let me know if you have any questions - thanks for looking!

$6.00

Fern Gully 4x6 Notebook

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:59:11 -0800

Our Fern Gully Notebook now comes in a 4 x 6 size!

Do you ever just want to escape to a place where the greenery grows thick and luscious, and ferns reach up from every corner to brush against your legs as you wander by?

Me too.

But if you're stuck in a concrete jungle, this pretty little notebook just might help you get by for now. The cover is screenprinted by hand in an original fern design in a bright green. Each notebook measures 4x6 inches and contains 40 100% recycled blank pages. The notebook cover is covered in a light acrylic coating to help protect it from the elements, and the whole thing is hand-stitched with a hemp thread.

This is a completely hand-crafted work of art, made just for you.

Please let me know if you have any questions - thanks for looking!

$8.00

Chronic Doodler Notebook

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:12:42 -0800

So, maybe there's no organization to support people like you and me yet -- you know, people who doodle incessantly on anything and everything in sight. People who doodle during meetings, while they're chatting with friends, while they're waiting for their coffee. People who have purses and wallets and backpacks stuffed with napkins and scraps of paper full of our doodles.

There might not be a formal organization for us yet, but there is help. Scoop up a Chronic Doodler Notebook, and you can corral all of your doodles in one place. No longer will pieces of paper fly out of your bag every time you open it. No more will baristas give you dirty looks when you ask for more napkins.

This handy little notebook is perfect for the chronic doodler. The cover features the word "doodle," handwritten by me (a classic doodler myself) and screenprinted in two colors on 110 lb. 100% recycled cardstock. The word color is eggplant purple, and the background color is a gorgeous teal. The cover is coated in a light acrylic coating to give it slight protection but still leave it flexible.

Inside the notebook, you'll find 60 blank, 100% recycled pages, perfect for doodling. The back of the notebook is a thin piece of cardboard, and the whole thing is bound together with 1/2-inch spiral binding.

The covers of the notebook measure 9 1/4 by 4 1/4 inches, and the inside pages measure 9 by 4 1/4 inches.

Please note that these notebooks are made entirely by hand, including the screenprinted colors. Some slight variation between notebooks is unavoidable.

Thanks for looking, and let me know if you have any questions. Happy doodling!

$9.00

Classy Red Thank You Notes (5-card set)

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:54:55 -0800

Simple.

Elegant.

Classy.

When you just need to say thanks but still want to look sharp, these are the perfect cards.

These beautiful cards feature a hand-lettered "thank you," screenprinted by hand in red ink on white, 80 lb., 100 percent recycled cardstock.

The cards measure 4.25x5.5 inches, and are blank inside. Each set includes 5 cards and 5 white 100% recycled envelopes.

Please note that these cards are printed by hand and may have slight differences, but all are of high quality. Please let me know if you have any questions.

$7.00