12Dec
The Christmas market was great!
Here are a few Instagram shots I took during the show. There’s also a photo of me on the Bears Eat Berries Facebook page (at the end of the night, getting silly).
A few people passed by and mentioned that they don’t send Christmas cards anymore (whaaaat?) and most people didn’t know letterpress (whaaaat?) but once it was explained (my poor booth mates), people really seemed to appreciate the handmade craft and reviving old printing presses. A man even mentioned that his grandfather was a printer who owned the Aspen, Colorado newspaper at one time! How cool.
It was a good experiment on booth set up too. I definitely need a giant, “LETTERPRESS” sign so individuals know right away what this craft is. And a more sturdy table. But it was fun to decorate the table; and I have some product left over so if you still need cards or gift tags for Christmas, it’s not too late so check ‘em out.
09Dec
I’m off to the Christmas Market in PA for my first show. I have my sign ready (temporary sign that I made out of paper…), cards, tags… it’ll be a simple display since I only had about a week to figure it out and get things ready, but sometimes simple is good, right?
PS. I’ll be tweeting some photos and updates throughout too!
07Dec
I have been busy lately to say the least. Printing, folding, packaging…
Because…
This weekend I will be attending my first craft fair (gulp) — a Christmas Market actually! It’ll be in my hometown of Lititz, PA and…get this…in an old building which used to be a stationery store when I was growing up. It’s fitting, right?
I have no idea how much product to make. That’s my biggest concern. I don’t want to sell out after one evening but I also don’t want lots of product left over, you know? Especially with holiday goods…they’re seasonal. So I’m just making a wild guess on it all.
I also am terrible with arithmetic. Calculators are the best invention ever. I’ve also enlisted my friend who was a math major to help me (although she claims arithmetic and math are two different entities. psh.)
It’s Friday night and all day Saturday so come check it out if you are in the area!
28Nov
Happy Cyber Monday!
After all my sneak peeks and “coming soon”, my shop, Bears Eat Berries Press, is officially open on Etsy today. And to celebrate, I’d like to offer FREE SHIPPING today. Just use the coupon code, “CYBERBEAR” at the checkout (even free international shipping!).
So be sure to check out all of my letterpress holiday cards, gift tags, and mini gift cards right here on Etsy!
23Nov
My letterpress holiday cards (and mini cards & gift tags…not shown yet) will be available on Etsy during…Cyber Monday!
So hold off this weekend, resist your temptation and wait until Monday for a special Facebook discount code and the (grand) opening of my shop.
16Nov
Thank you so much for the overwhelming response here and on Facebook about the launch of Bears Eat Berries. It means the world!
I’ve been printing up a storm lately, using lots of green and red (getting ready!)…
…and gold. (yes, there is a piece of glass between the ink and my wooden table…)
15Nov
Yes it’s official! So official, in fact, that I’m registered with the IRS! Yikes!
Introducing, my new business and adventure… Bears Eat Berries Press! I finally took the plunge and started a letterpress business for real. It’s something that I’ve been wanting to do for over a year now but the timing is finally right.
My passion for letterpress is something that I need to follow… so I’m all in. As a trained and experienced graphic designer, I have always been drawn to real, touchable, and beautifully designed paper products… so needless to say, letterpress printing just fit the bill.
So, what’s new? Well… lots!
• Hey, I have a name and logo! Bears Eat Berries Press. Like it?
• As you can see, I updated my blog and gave it a new, snazzy look. From today on… you’ll find me continually posting the design inspiration that I find everyday and you’ll also enjoy updates on my latest letterpress projects.
• I’m developing a new website including lots of new info, and how to buy my letterpress goods.
• I’m seconds away from an Etsy shop with new cards and paper goodies (including holiday cards!).
• I’m all over the internet now! You can now follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Flickr. It’ll be fun. I promise.
Don’t forget to share with your friends and family about Bears Eat Berries Press too because don’t they deserve some beautiful, custom letterpress paper goods?
Thanks to you all who already have been following Happy Camper and to the new followers of this blog. I can’t wait to share my work and continue to make your days more inspired.
The Christmas market was great!
