Saturday Market: ArtPause on etsy

Map of the World by ArtPause.etsy.com

I am really enamored with this Map of the World from old postcards.  It has a few things going for it. 
It's a map.
It's black and white.
It's made from old postcards.

Enough said.

Saturday Market: Pop-Up of Awesome! Shop

Today is the last day for that fabulous pop-up shop in Greenwood called the Pop-Up of Awesome!  Marlo of Studio of Awesome! is hosting several Seattle area artists in her studio as part of the Phinneywood (Phinney Ridge and Greenwood) ArtWalk.  If you like etsyRAIN craft shows, you area going to love shopping at this unique little boutique.  There are about 20 artists, with everything from wall art to jewerly to cashmere to kids costumes to (you guessed it) postcards.  If you would like to see the list of participating artists, check Catshy Crafts blog post.

There is a community map here, as well as a list of participating businesses.  As you can see, this really is "The Big One"!

Yes, Max & Co. Post postcards are available from 12-9 today at the Pop-Up of Awesome!  Hope to see you there.

Saturday Market: Rifle Paper Co.

Rifle Paper Co. is one of my new favorite postcard designers.  I adore the flower bouquet "Thank You" postcards.  And I think I will buy some "North Pole" postcards to send next December.

Saturday Market: LetterboxCo.

This shop (LetterboxCo.) looks like fun, doesn't it?  They have all sorts of airmail envelopes, baker's twine, and other vintage General Store goodies. 

Saturday Market: Sandragrafik on etsy

I'm really in love with these postcards.  It's a tough decision, but I think the Queen of Hearts is my favorite - not that I would be upset at receiving any of the others.   You can find a whole line of Sandra Vargas'art on etsy.

Saturday Market: Antique Postcard Collector's Cabinet

I would really love to own this cabinet.  I can no longer find it on the internet - I guess it sold - it's only on Pinterest now... sigh...

Saturday Market: Cut Out Postcards

Mail a Moose by GreenBananasCards on etsy

Wood Postcard Bunny by FormesBelin on etsy

Make City

Double Decker Bus by Present & Correct

One of my favorite types of postcards is the "Cut Out Postcards".  These are postcards that you are expected to cut up to make a 3D object or puppet.  Of course, I could never cut up a postcard that has been mailed to me - I would loose the history of the card:  the note, the stamp, the postmark...  But I still collect them.  Above are a few new ones that I found online.  And below is my meager collection.

My Personal Collection of Cut-Out Postcards

Saturday Market: Postcarden

The gardener in me loves this idea - it's a postcard chia pet!  There are several postcardens available at http://www.postcarden.com/shop/   And, if you are wondering how it works, here is a little video (becuase you know I love cute little short videos):

Saturday Market: FoxGlovePearly

Hare Girl in Hand by foxglovepearly

Ran across this today.    I really wish it was a postcard, I would love to add it to my Bunny postcard collection.

My Collection - Bunny Postcards

Are you looking for Christmas postcards to purchase?

Sugarplum fairies lighting the star on the Christmas tree

All cards are new but vintage and from multiple publishers like Hallmark, Current, American Greetings, etc.  They are all actual postcards (not upcycled greeting cards).

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Places to buy postcards online

                                  
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Where to buy postcards in London, UK

After a short trip to London, England, I wanted to share some spots I found to purchase postcards.

The Cheapest Cards:  Piccadilly Circus had several cheap touristy souvenir shops.  The least expensive postcards I found were 15 for 1£ at a shop just a few blocks away from the circus (roundabout) near the clock at Leicester (pronounced "Lester") Square.

Best Touristy Cards: The Tower of London gift shops had the best touristy cards if you are not looking for cheap view cards.  The Tower is 900 years old and rich in royal history.  The gift shop outside the gate has as good of a selection of cards as the ones inside (there may be slightly different cards inside, but for the most part it is the same).  I was pressed for time here and did not have the opportunity to purchase any cards.

Best Clever / Graphic Tourist Cards:  Paperchase had some delightful postcards that were not viewcards for 0.60£ each.  I found these at the Kings Cross station, but there are several other stores around town.

Non-Tourist Cards:  Ryman is a office supply / stationery chain.  They also sell some non-touristy postcards for 0.80£ each.

Other Options:

The Victoria & Albert Museum had a nice collection of postcards relating to their exhibits for  0.60£ (There is no admission fee to the museum by the way.)

Shakespeare's Globe had a few Shakespeare themed cards - not many, but for a Shakespeare fan probably worth a visit.  You do not have to pay admission to the exhibit / theater to go to the gift shop.  The gift shop is around the corner from the Swan on Emerson Street.

Royal Mail Postoffices do sell postcards, although I never saw any on display.  I finally asked a clerk when I went to purchase stamps, and he brought out a stack of postcard sets.  Also note that if you want collectible stamps, you have to be persistent.  There are usually other stamps available, you don't have to accept the standard stamp with the Queen's profile.

Where have you found interesting postcards in London?

Where to Buy Postcards - USA (online) Maps and Graphic Travel Posters

I have found a couple of places that sell wonderful graphic travel poster style postcards from USA landmarks.

Anderson Design Group has a few different sets for sale for under $1 per card.

Also, Lantern Press has some fantastic cards.  I found a nice selection at the Space Needle Gift Shop in Seattle, WA.  Unfortunately, to buy them online, you have to purchase wholesale quantities.

Here is a fun site that sells unusual USA map cards - Hold the Mustard.  They are based out of Berkeley, CA and sell maps like "The Pessimistic Map" or "The Lover's Map".  Their prices are also pretty good with no minimums.  (N.B. I have not seen these cards, so I do not know about the quality of them).