Features

Creature Comforts
When the future feels hazy, many turn to the familiar. That can mean romanticizing our rugged pioneer roots, which explains the resurrection of the Wi... READ MORE »

Spring in San Francisco
There were endless causes for celebration at *Noted and SF NOW [caption id="attachment_25480" align="aligncenter" width="300"] SF NOW and *Noted came... READ MORE »

Understanding Copyright Law as a Creative
WHAT DO COPYRIGHT LAWS PROTECT? The world of intellectual property is vast. Most people have heard of trademarks, copyrights, and patents, but the de... READ MORE »

Store Signs Have a Purpose and Reflect Your Brand
Improve Signage in 4 Steps Whenever I talk about signs with a retailer, the first thing I ask them to do is to take the 360° test: stand anywhere in... READ MORE »

The Cutting Edge
A look at the trending stationery products and stories for spring 2022 To attract the 2022 consumer, product must be fresh — but not too fresh. I... READ MORE »

The Sunny Season
Leisurely designs make connecting and reconnecting as easy as an August afternoon. And these products are making waves with some amazing designs that ... READ MORE »

Delivering Inspiration
Spring brings with it the fourth edition of *Noted, but it will actually be only the second iteration of the greeting card gathering to occur off a sc... READ MORE »

All About Intention
Cultural and generational shifts shape the 2022 marketplace — and beyond In a world crippled by pandemic, supply chain issues and rising inflation,... READ MORE »

Winter Holiday 2022
What’s Hot Any special finish or standout sentiment found on an everyday card belongs here in this market, elevated to the extreme. For that reason... READ MORE »

Office 2022
What’s Hot In this market, efficiency is always paramount, but in a world that emphasizes wellness and sustainability, so too is levity, positivity... READ MORE »