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Organisational Tips for February
January that was supposed to be a new start has been and gone. How did you get on with creating new habits and making your life work for you? If it all worked out that's fantastic. But if it didn't (yes we slipped too) then February is another new start. Take some...
Ink Drops loves: stationery for working from home
Working from home - it's not going away any time soon. And we're rather pleased, in some ways - working in our own spaces and on our own schedule is close to both our hearts! While it means you can't raid the office stationery cupboard, it also means you can adorn...
Organisation Tips for January
Remind yourself it's no big deal It's so easy to get all caught up in the turn of the year. To obsess over making yourself into something you think will be an improvement on the current model. Step back and remind yourself that it's just another day. If you want to...
An Envelope of Snippets #35
A DIY postcard advent calendar. I know it's a little bit late for December, but you could do one for any stretch of time that takes your fancy. Sustainable alternatives to Christmas trees Got some lovely cards and want to display them? Here's a thrifty way to display...
Organisational tips for December
Think about reviewing 2020 There's no obligations to set goals for the year or to review your progress on them. However, it is a pleasing ritual marking how you have grown and what matters to you over time. If you didn't do any of the things you planned you've likely...
Organisational Tips for November
It's not been the year we expected. But isn't that always the way. Among the things I hadn't expected back in January were spending two months helping out with family members who were decluttering and downsizing prior to a move. They had plenty of stationery among...
The world’s most practical fountain pen?!
Ahhh, fountain pens. They're not always terribly practical, and I inevitably end up with inky fingers, but I can't keep away from them. There's something about the way they glide over the paper. Also the rainbow of inks that are available now makes my heart happy!...
Organisational Tips for September
Usually, at this time of the year, I'd be all about embracing the back-to-school feel. My thoughts would turn to finding ways to enjoy the last of the summer weather while putting foundations in place for winter. However, I'm a little distracted from such things at...
An Envelope of Snippets #34
Tiny physical actions you can take to move your mood on! Definitely there with the hugs as well as the suggestions 8 (procrastination action!) and 9 (avoid temptation!). We love Trello. And for applying the Getting Things Done methodology it is ideal! Why didn't we...
A closer look: inside Box 93
Box 93, released in August 2020, had a definite summery feel to it, with some cult stationery brands as well as our usual fabulous cards... let's take a closer look. Traveler's Notebook film pocket stickers Traveler's Notebook is a much-loved brand and for good reason...
A Stationery Staycation
It's swelteringly hot, not a cloud in the sky and it truly feels like summer. And this year, for most of us, going abroad isn't an option, so how about a stationery staycation? We're having staycations, too, and we thought we'd share some of the ways we're using...
Organisational Tips for August
Commit to trying monotasking There's a real appeal in multitasking. It makes us feel that we are super productive. That we are getting lots done. And also that we are very busy and therefore very important. And it's a good way of not really engaging with tasks we...