by Carla | Dec 21, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
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...
by Annastasia | Nov 30, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
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...
by Annastasia | Nov 2, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
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...
by Carla | Sep 21, 2020 | Geekery, Inkdrops, Living
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...
by Annastasia | Sep 1, 2020 | declutter, Inkdrops, organisation, simplification
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...
by Annastasia | Aug 24, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
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...
by Carla | Aug 17, 2020 | Closer Look, Inkdrops
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...
by Carla | Aug 10, 2020 | Articles, Inkdrops
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...
by Annastasia | Aug 3, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
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...
by Annastasia | Jul 27, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
The Postal Museum are doing an exciting project about COVID-19 and the post. They’re recognised the importance of post during this time and want to preserve item reflecting this and add them to their collections. Have a look a the kind of things that they have...
by Carla | Jul 20, 2020 | Closer Look, Inkdrops
It’s that time again! Our monthly stationery box has been winging its way round the world to land in your letterbox (through your letterbox? On your doorstep? Anyway…) And it’s time to take a closer look at what you got! So July 2020 was box number...
by Carla | Jul 13, 2020 | Geekery, Inkdrops
Apparently, today is Embrace Your Geekness day… there really is a day for everything! I am highly keen on geekery – in fact, you could say I was a geek about geeking! Both Annastasia and I have some interests we’re unashamedly enthusiastic about, and...
