Curio Press Blog

Holidays, Birthdays, Graduation, Celebrations, Life Events, Weddings, Condolences  and the list goes on. For many, if not all, of these we receive a card, but what do you do with them after you receive them? Many of us keep for...

As a small business owner, I started out super small....like cutting out each card out by hand with an exacto knife small. Yeah, glad that is over!!! In the beginning it was just my business, but it eventually grew large enough...

If you have ever received a personalized gift you know how exciting it is! And you were probably more excited about the personalization than the actual item, am I right? That is because personalized gifts have the power to take...

Oh, the apostrophe and family names - it tricks even the most well read and smartest of folks. Every year I am amazed how many holiday cards we get with apostrophe mistakes on them. When to use it, how to...

Obviously, as a stationery addict, I am all about the handwritten thank you note. But for many, like pretty much everyone else in my family, it can be a daunting task. What do you say? How much should you say?...

The concept of a stationery wardrobe is very old fashioned. Back when writing was the primary means of communication and an essential for proper ettiquette, having a cohesive, personalized collection of stationery for different occasions and uses was critical. The...

When most people think of stationery notecards they think of thank you notes and if you mention notepads, all they think of are to-do lists. But here are some creative ways to use both stationery sets and individual cards that...

From reducing anxiety to boosting productivity, lists help me stay focused as a mom and business owner. Here are five ways list-making keeps me grounded and why I rewrite mine often.

Flat notecards are a customer favorite, and for good reason! Learn why these minimal, easy-to-send cards often win out over folded ones (and why less space might be a good thing).

Confused by monogram rules? Learn how to style initials for individuals, couples, and families—with examples of every type. A must-read before ordering personalized stationery or gifts!

From job interviews to client thank-yous, personalized stationery helps you stand out, show you care, and leave a lasting impression. Here's why it belongs in every desk drawer.

Discover how small daily moments of gratitude can rewire your mindset, improve relationships, and boost happiness—plus tips for building a simple, sustainable gratitude habit that works in real life.

Curio Press began in a tiny living room and grew into a thriving woman-led stationery studio. Founder Alexis shares how creativity and resilience helped turn a challenge into something beautiful.

Get to know Alexis – stationery designer, business owner, and mom – sharing behind-the-scenes moments, inspiration, and modern etiquette tips from her studio in St. Louis, Missouri.