Cece Post: Letterpress Love

There's something incredibly endearing about a hand written note.  Be it a Thank You, special occasion, or simple "Hello", there is no card, in my opinion, that can compare to a thoughtfully written letter or note.  Combine the art of letter writing with a perfectly sweet letterpressed notecard and you get the beauty of Cece Post.

For those who don't know, letterpress printing is the art of using an inked reverse raised surface to obtain a positive right read image or text on some form of paper.  The image is literally pressed into the paper, leaving behind an inked recess.  I recently had the opportunity to sample a large variety of notecards from Cece Post using this method and must say that I was more than impressed.  The first thing to notice is the substantial weight of the cardstock Cece uses for her notecards.  I have purchased many handcrafted paper goods over the years, but none has compared thus far.  According to her web site, Cece uses 130lb Strathmore Writing Woven Ultimate Stock.  A connoisseur of cardstock I am not, however, I can tell intuitively that this is the good stuff!  It's clean and smooth, feels substantial in your hand, has beautifully colored edges, and makes writing a dream.  The second thing to notice is Cece's magical ability to combine the fun and whimsical with the elegant and chic in her designs.  I can show you much better than I can tell you, so...

Nautical Themes

Nature-Inspired Themes

Grown Up Fare

 Just For Fun

...and many, many more.  With Valentine's Day coming up, I'm planning to ditch the run-of-the-mill Hallmark drivel and send my Sweetie a Cece Post love note!  I hope you will take a minute to stop by and take a look around at the wonderful world of letterpress over at Cece Post.  If you do, be sure to sign up to receive Cece's emails first and get a free gift prior to shopping!

*Disclaimer:  I received sample notecards from Cece Post for the purpose of this review.  All thoughts expressed are solely my own and based on my honest experiences with this product.  Information provided to me by the company has been noted in the review.

Hello, Anybody Out There?

Photo Credit:  Jennifer Williams (AKA: Yours Truly!)

To send New Year's wishes seems quite tardy now, but Happy New Year's nevertheless!!  The holidays were wonderfully blessed in the Williams' household this year, as we had the opportunity to spend an amazing amount of time with family in Texas.  The kids traveled fabulously (yes, we did the 2 day drive each way again this year!), and were able to get in lots of play dates with cousins while we were there.  Mommy and Daddy even got in a few play dates as well!  It took a little while to get everyone back on schedule, but we've finally done it :)

Now it's time to get back to biz.  Up first is a little eye candy from the lather lab.  I've been putting together some really fresh essential oil blends for Spring.  The one pictured (as of yet unnamed) uses a combination of green tea, lemon, chamomile, and a touch of mint.  Still waiting to be cut, but smells incredible!

I also have a review coming up for Cece Post, an incredibly talented artist whose medium is handcrafted note cards that are playful and whimsical, yet elegant.  If you love the art of letter writing and appreciate the thought and sincerity that only a handwritten note can bring, you won't want to miss it!

Back in a bit...Toodles!

Candyland Couture!

Be sure to stop by Green Wedding Shoes and check out this super sweet, beautifully sophisticated Candyland inspired rehearsal dinner.  Here is a sneak peek at the goodies styled by the uber talented Miriam Corona Events and photographed by the keen eye of Lukas VanDyke Photography.  Look closely and you'll see our very own Gingerbread Man Soap favors peeking out from the place settings and the hot cocoa bar!  Cheers!!

* Photo credit:  Lukas VanDyke Photography

Happy Holidays!

Happy Thursday, Sweets! Just a quick note to let everyone know that we will be closed from December 15th through January 14th to spend the Holidays with family and prep for the New Year ahead. We are so thankful for the blessing that our customers have been to this business and look forward to serving you safe, soothing, luxurious bath and body treats in 2012!!

Save Now Through December 15th!

Save 3 Ways On Cyber Monday!

Have Your Milk & Cookies Too!

Just added to the shop:  Gingerbread Goat Milk Soap (CP)

Available in limited supply,  we've taken freshly ground spices, mixed in a heaping helping of unrefined organic shea butter and skin nourishing oils, and blended it together with fresh, nutrient-rich goat milk...a truly decadent treat for the skin!