I have been anxiously waiting for this book to “re-stock.” Every online book shop I come across says they are sold out. Little did I know, they were selling to the Europeans before us over in North America. I know this now, because little did I know Sycamore Street Press, a studio in Heber, UT, has work featured in the book, which they announced today. They amaze me more and more every time I look at their blog or when Eva has the chance to chat with me.

Inspired by the challenge of hands-on tweaks and unpredictable results as well as the tactile qualities of different inks, papers, and binding techniques, today’s creatives are rediscovering old-fashioned printing methods and crafts. Impressive is a topical exploration of the interplay between current trends in graphic design and traditional handiwork such as letterpress printing, hand-cut linotype, chiselled woodblocks, and embossing. In addition to a rich selection of invitations, business cards, stationery, posters, and other material printed by hand, it offers personal insights from designers who are using old-fashioned techniques to create cutting-edge work.

Too bad Christmas and my birthday have already passed. And too bad I don’t have any babies to give me stuff on Mother’s Day. Sigh.

This book will be available in the U.S. and Canada within a few weeks.

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