Every idea starts messy, keep moving

The messiness of our ideas can often be daunting or discouraging. But if we stick through the mess, if we keep working on the idea, we not only end up with something polished and powerful, we set ourselves apart from the 90% of others who gave up…. It’s tempting to step back from the moments…

Working Late

You know it’s not work when you head to the studio at night (especially for someone who really hates to stay up.) I had a custom order and wanted to see how the plate looked printed. Here it is and my inky hand, too.  Of course, it was nothing but fun. Thanks for the Etsy…

A Gift of an Afternoon– Reading

My friend, Helen, stopped by with a gem, a Type Specimen book from 1906.  A page turner, at least for someone who has become obsessed with letterpress printing.  The ads, in particular, are fascinating. One advertisement reads: Spring Tours For Men of Leisure, Tired Ministers, Etc. Hmmmmmm. It’s time for my nap.