Letterpressed & Foil Stamped Advent Calendar

We had so much fun coming up with this year's holiday card.  In fact, we started on it last December, when we had the idea, just a little too late!  We giggled as we came up with the facts behind the different windows, and teased Erin every time some one suggested free shipping as a promo (since she has the final say over accounting at Haute Papier, she always vetoes this one).

The card actually had several runs through several different printers to get to the end product.  First the fronts were letterpressed in red, followed by foil stamping in gold.  While those were then being die cut and scored, we worked on the insides.  Since we actually made two different versions of the card - one for Haute Box subscribers and one for our wholesale vendors, we had four runs for the inside red pieces.  And because our new white printer wouldn't print as big as the inside piece needed to be, we had to glue two pieces to the inside!  Finally, we glued on the backing to seal it all together.

And last, but not least, we ran the computer calligraphy on the red envelopes and put our elves (aka finishing department) to work placing the 4 stamps on the outside.  

We hope you enjoy the card as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you!  Happy Holidays!

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At the National Stationery Show 2013

Phew!  What an amazing year at the National Stationery Show!  We are delighted to say we had our best show yet (5th year exhibiting and counting!) and loved seeing all our current vendors and meeting new stores too! Here are a few photos recapping our time in NYC.

Come see us at The National Stationery Show!

We do hope you'll stop by Booth 2144-2146 to see everything that's new at the Nationals Stationery Show from May 19 - 22 at the Javits Center in NYC.  See our mailers below for a sneak peek or come follow us on Instagram at @hautepapier for a plethora of photos giving you the inside scoop!

In Print: Washington Post Express

We were excited to open the Washington Post Express today and see our Haute Box stationery subscription service listed as one of their favorite new things!

So, what is this “Haute Box” you ask?  For starters, it really is everything above and more!  If you choose to be a participant,  each quarter you’ll receive a fabulous box filled with Haute Papier goodies delivered straight to your door!  Each box is full of surprises – you never know what exciting new items you’ll uncover.  From old favorites with a fresh twist to emerging gems, we’re excited to give you a sneak peek at the sort of treats you would receive.

So, what’s the nitty gritty, logistical down-low? • $20 per quarter which includes shipping! • The value of the goodies will be at least $20 • You can opt-out at any time.  For as long as you’re a member, your credit card on file will be charged and your Haute Box will ship the first week of each quarter.  If you choose to opt-out for good or just for a particular quarter, cancellations can be accepted at any time – just email hautebox@hautepapier.com

I’m in! I’m in! And can’t wait!  How do I sign up? • It’s simple!  Visit our Etsy listing here to sign up for the year and here to sign up for just one box to start.

Happy Note Writing!