Careers
12/12/22

With Love

The slow act of giving and receiving handwritten notes...

Person in light shirt writing cards with yellow pencil. Other pencils, eraser, and candle holder on table.

The joy in writing cards to those we love and cherish, is really only felt because we know how it feels to be on the receiving end: the surprise of a little hand addressed envelope sitting at the bottom of the letterbox, the intimacy of tearing at the licked-closed seal, the reveal of the chosen words, some with exclamation marks, some squished down the side, too many kisses symbols and a sweet doodle in the corner. That someone was thinking of you when you were oblivious to the attention, is always a heart warming experience. This is the joy in giving - the understanding of where the gesture began.

Perhaps Christmas is not always about the gift, but the messages attached. We encourage an afternoon spent writing to those that have supported, loved, and helped us throughout the year, and letting them know that they are appreciated...

Desk with yellow books, person writing cards, burning incense, pencil container, and lit candle.

Slow Design Florence Libri Muti Gallery Notebooks, Set of 4, Flowers, $259

Person drawing in notebook. Boxes labelled "GRAND COAST" and open package with floral stamp nearby.

Astier de Villatte Scented Eraser (all fragrances), $12

Partially opened brown envelope reveals white card with cat drawing. Closed envelope beside it.

Astier de Villatte Simple Thank You Note Cards, Set of 8, $59

Four pencils with pink erasers on light surface. Labelled "Astier De Villatte Paris".

Astier de Villatte Robusto Mechanical Pencil (All Colours), $28

Of all the ways we express ourselves nonverbally, none is quite as personal as our handwriting.

Betty Edwards, Author
Blue and white "Porte des Lilas" box with incense sticks. Additional sticks spread out nearby.

Astier de Villatte Porte des Lilas Incense, $82

Single incense stick burning in white ceramic holder on cream-coloured surface.

Astier de Villatte Cesar Incense Holder, $184

Shop more of our cards, journals, and stationery here

Person in beige shirt sorting through cards with drawings. Open notebook on table.

Laing Home Helena Linen Pyjama Set, Damask, $245