One of the best parts of having my own little stationery line is getting to know other artists and designers who make all sorts of things and live in all sorts of places all over the world. Our conversations are so inspiring, and I’ve asked for their help in putting together a little resource to share with others. In a series of interviews, “tools of the trade,” they generously tell us about some of the materials they use each day to make their wonderful pieces. I’ll add new posts throughout the coming weeks as these artists/designers take time from their busy schedules to share their work with us.

Some of the artists/designers featured in the interview already offer a view of their studios through their websites and blogs, and it is through them that I’ve found so much inspiration and practical advice. It humbles me to think that if this were five years earlier, before we all figured out how to use things like blogger and wordpress, there wouldn’t be any way to see all the things that these artists and designers now so generously share, and I would probably be sitting in an office building with my art supplies covered in dust from neglect.

I’ve learned so much from them, and am still learning ~ I’m so grateful as they now share their “tools of the trade.” I hope that you too are able to learn from and be inspired by what you see and read about. Enjoy!

April 8th, 2007