by Annastasia | May 11, 2020 | Inkdrops
Improving productivity doesn’t have to be about big changes. These 1% improvements are great – our favourite was sorting the little sighs. And while you’re at it get more productive by writing down your routine. You’ve got a spare notebook somewhere...
by Annastasia | May 4, 2020 | organisation, Printing, routine
How do you build a routine with good habits? And more to the point how do you ensure it doesn’t become a bit well.. routine? Avoid humdrum by giving routine cards a whirl. The idea of routine cards is that you have anchors throughout the day. These can be an...
by Annastasia | Apr 27, 2020 | organisation, routine
The organisation of things has changed quite a bit since March. We’re pretty glad we followed our own tip and got our desks tidied! In the meanwhile, we’ve been looking at how we can continue to deliver stationery and cards to you. Right now means weekly...
by Annastasia | Apr 20, 2020 | Closer Look, Inkdrops
Bright colours. Flowers. Without doubt, it’s the March card and stationery selection from Ink Drops. Cat and flowers card Made by a lovely lass who lives near Ink Drops HQ. These were so pretty and sparkly we just couldn’t resist. RRP £2. Buy Cat and...
by Annastasia | Apr 13, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Diaries and Journals, Inkdrops, Pens, Typewriters
Time for our monthly links roundup. Because we could all do with some distractions right now. Bored with Netflix? Run out of cupboards to organise? Then have a look at this post on things to do with your fountain pen during the lockdown. Surely anyone who says they...
by Annastasia | Mar 30, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation, routine
Routine has always been a good thing. Obviously, in the interesting times, we currently live in this is ever more relevant. Morning routines have become super trendy. Even if you’re not planning on an hour of yoga and intention setting it’s good not to...
by Annastasia | Mar 23, 2020 | Closer Look, Inkdrops
Variety was what February’s selection for you was all about. Bright cards. More sedate stickers and notebooks. Adorable gift boxes. Citrus birthday card Get groovy with this 70s card. We couldn’t resist the bright colours. How about you? RRP £2.50 Buy now....
by Annastasia | Mar 9, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
Owl or lark? Somewhere in the middle? Check your perception using this quiz Turns out Anya Hindmarch doesn’t like sticky notes! But she does have colour coded pencil cases on her desk. Do you want to know her great tips for an organised life? It was the image of...
by Annastasia | Mar 2, 2020 | declutter, Inkdrops, organisation, routine
Zero your working space In other words, tidy your desk. Not a half-hearted shuffle of papers either! Firstly, take everything off your desk. Give it a good clean. Find a pot or tray to put a selection of writing instruments in and out the rest in a drawer. Do...
by Annastasia | Feb 24, 2020 | Closer Look, Inkdrops
January is a month requiring cheer. Because it can seem a bit grey and dull after Christmas. But it’s also a month of new starts and plans to avoid cake. These were the thoughts going on when we choose these stationery delights for you. Power Up Weekly Planner...
by Annastasia | Feb 17, 2020 | Inkdrops
A while back we were planning blog content (because we like to have an excuse to have planner and things). We got to February and made quite a few hmmmm noises before wondering if an early lunch might be an excellent idea. Post lunch we considered post ideas (because...
by Annastasia | Feb 10, 2020 | An envelope of snippets
On writing a fan letter? And what you might expect to get out of it? Other people’s love letters are fascinating (and filthy!). See what Henry Joyce, Frida Kahlo, Anais Nin and a couple of soldiers had to say. The glory of the handmade valentines including...
