A look back on the 2017 Notebook & Pen Swap

by Jessica // September 17, 2017 // 1 Comment

A few months ago, I started the 2017 round of The Notebook & Pen Swap – which is quite literal in its name – and I think now we’re in pretty good shape to be able to show off our wares! Over... Continue reading →

A Toronto Favourite: Curiosa

by Jessica // August 14, 2017 // 1 Comment

It’s Curi-oh-sa, not Curio-sah! Get ready, friends. The store of our dreams has suddenly materialized in Toronto and it is epic. What: Curiosa, “Purveyors of Extraordinary Things” Where: 1273 Queen Street West (Parkdale) Hours: It literally just opened, so TBD!... Continue reading →

Sign up for the 2017 Notebook & Pen Swap!

by Jessica // July 12, 2017 // 4 Comments

It’s back!! I know it’s been a while, but it’s back, and I am excited. It’s once again time to send someone a nice notebook & cool pen! Check out some of the fantastic swaps from 2015. We all love... Continue reading →

Join the Book Lover Postcard Swap: Summer Edition!

by Jessica // May 27, 2017 // No Comments

We took a few months off, but Barb and I are ready to bring you another round of the book lover postcard swap! We’re very excited for this one, and think there will be lots of opportunity for super cool... Continue reading →

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Happy National Letter Writing Month! Check out this awesome new line from Kikki-k

by Jessica // April 1, 2017 // No Comments

Every year, veteran and newbie snail mailers alike celebrate National Letter Writing Month during April. There are fun challenges – most notably Write_On, which also serves to generate awareness of the joys of writing letters – which usually revolve around... Continue reading →

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Book Lover Postcard Swap round 3! Valentine’s Day!

by Jessica // January 28, 2017 // No Comments

It’s time for the third r-r-r-round in the Book Lover Postcard Swap! *said in crazy radio announcer voice* I’m particularly excited about this one, partly because I love playing with cute paper goodies that are pink and lovey, partly because... Continue reading →

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Book Lover Postcard Swap, Round 2! Winter holidays!

by Jessica // November 13, 2016 // No Comments

I’m so excited to share with you guys the second round of the Book Lover Postcard Swap! This time we’ll be spreading some holiday cheer and notes about what books are on our wishlists this year. No matter what holiday,... Continue reading →

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