Curio Press Blog

Valentine’s Day is a chance to say something meaningful in a quieter way. While flowers and chocolates are lovely, personalized stationery offers something that lasts. It is not just paper. It is an invitation to write, to slow down, and...

Valentine’s Day has a way of making writing feel harder than it should. You want your words to matter. You want them to feel honest and sound like you. That pressure can make even the simplest message feel out of...

Every Valentine’s Day, cards are exchanged and read, but only a few ever make their way into a drawer or a keepsake box. The ones that last do more than mark a date. They hold a feeling. They capture a...

Valentine’s gifts often come dressed up in shine and sparkle, but the ones that tend to last are usually much simpler. Paper has a quiet way of carrying feelings. A note, a card, or something made by hand can say...

There is something quietly meaningful about opening a Valentine’s card that feels like it was written just for you. In a world full of quick messages and ready-made greetings, a personal card stands out. It carries intention. It shows care....

Mother’s Day is not just another square on the calendar. It is a pause. A chance to notice the care, strength, and steady presence that often goes unspoken. Finding a gift that truly reflects that can feel harder than it...

Finding a gift that feels both thoughtful and practical can be tricky, especially on a day meant to celebrate the women who do so much for everyone else. Personalized stationery strikes a rare balance. It is useful, personal, and quietly...

Mother’s Day cards often end up on the kitchen counter or tucked onto the fridge, quietly becoming part of the day. Some are read once and set aside. Others stay close, folded carefully and saved for years. The cards that...

Every spring, the search for a Mother’s Day gift starts with good intentions. You want something that says thank you, that shows love, that feels right. But after all the flowers, boxes, and bows are set aside, it is often...

If you have ever opened a drawer and found a stack of old cards tied with ribbon, you already understand why Mother’s Day cards matter. Some notes are simply too meaningful to throw away. They get saved because they hold...

Every year around the holidays, or even during those quieter moments in the office, I’m reminded how meaningful it can be to give a gift that feels both thoughtful and professional. Custom stationery has a special way of fitting into...

Once the holiday season rolls in and my studio fills with the scent of fresh ink and warm cardstock, I’m reminded just how lovely it is to send real mail. There is something about holding a handwritten card that slows...

When you love giving thoughtful gifts but want to stay mindful of your budget, it helps to remember that some of the most meaningful presents fit right inside an envelope. Around here in our St Louis studio, we see every...

Once the wrapping paper is gathered up and the last cookie crumbs are swept from the kitchen counter, I always find myself reaching for a stack of thank you cards. There is something calming about it. The house feels a...

Every December, there comes a moment when someone walks into the studio with that familiar look. You know the one. A mix of holiday excitement and a tiny bit of panic because Christmas is right around the corner, and they...

There is something lovely about sitting down with a fresh stack of personalized note cards, especially when life gets busy. Around here in our St Louis studio, we always pause for a moment when a new batch comes off the...

When the holidays draw near, our little studio in St Louis starts to feel extra cozy. The presses hum a bit longer, and the shelves begin to fill with fresh stacks of holiday cards. I always get a small thrill...

When the holiday season settles in, there is always a little extra coziness in the studio. Stacks of fresh notepads sit on the trimming table, and the soft scent of paper meets the warm smell of coffee from the corner...

Every December, our studio fills with the soft shuffle of envelopes and the scent of fresh ink. It is one of my favorite sounds in the world, right up there with a kettle boiling on a quiet morning. The Christmas...

Christmas always brings a little extra sweetness to the studio. Maybe it is the twinkle lights we hang above the shelves or the steady rhythm of the press as it stamps fresh ink onto soft card stock. Either way, this...

Whenever I’m in the studio trimming paper or sorting through a fresh stack of envelopes, I’m reminded of how much these little details matter. The size of an envelope changes the whole experience before someone even opens it. Whether you’re...