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Nothing but the Crest

To commemorate On Paper's 20th year, we’ve gone all out and designed ourselves a crest to use early and often. We’ve already unveiled it in our front window and it proudly adorns our shop packaging. While we certainly hope you’ll stop by to see it in person, we can’t help but show it to you here, as well. Celebrating 20 years in style We appreciate the elaborate symbolism reflected in historic crests, shields, and coats of arms, but we hope you'll allow us a little artistic license with our own nod to the pageantry, which was largely inspired by proprietor Joan's recent trip to Italy. Italia, where crests of marble and mosaic abound, and where centuries-old paper mills continue to...

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Gift Guide: Moms, Dads, and Grads!

Working in a brick-and-mortar shop, our attention is often focused on pushing the envelope—toward the next season, that is. That means at the moment we’re thinking of and merchandising thoughtful gifts to celebrate moms, dads, and grads.  Inside On Paper, come see us! In our last post we said these suggestions would be focused on the art of writing. That’s mainly true, but it’s also the perfect time of year to shine a light on our favorite fragrances, some of which are new to the shop and some which have become On Paper classics. Our very best selling perfume is Lollia’s Wish—a fresh, sugared pastille scent. This truly is our go-to. It’s universally wearable and light as can be. If...

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Valentines for Procrastinators

It seems 2013 is determined to fly by even faster than 2012; Valentine's Day is a week from today! That's right, folks... seven days left to find something sweet for your sweetheart. (And we're only open for five of them! Don't forget we're closed Sundays and Mondays.)So today we're sharing a handful of our favorite Valentines still here in the shop. If you see one you love, stop in or give us a...

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The Evolution of the Business Card

The business card is a stationery item so omnipresent that most people are unaware of its fascinating roots in European culture, or of its ongoing transformation. Today the exchange of one's card can be a purely professional act or a romantic overture, depending on the context. But in the 1600s, such distinctions were quite clear.In 17th century England, trade cards became a popular form of...

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William Arthur Stationery Sale

Like the perfect pair of shoes, a gorgeous piece of jewelry, a remarkable tie or handbag, the personal stationery you send communicates something special about you - your extraordinary taste and unique sense of style. William Arthur's social stationery collection offers an abundance of designs to choose from. Receive 25 Free with purchase 50 or more Personalized notes, cards or calling cardson...

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