There is great pride and untold stories to be found within a name. The name ‘Ribbons of Red’ is a badge I wear with honor. I started my business when my grandmother passed away, many summers ago. Something many people do not know. Something I want to change. ‘Ribbons of Red’ was a song she wrote. She was a beautiful writer, and I remember her singing it around the house when I was a kid. When she passed away, the void she left was irreplaceable. She was one of a kind, and I didn’t want to let her memory fade away. So I started a project.

It’s said that creatives grieve through art. That is certainly true for me. My heart was heavy when I started this company. All I hoped for, was that this new soul project of mine would help me heal. But it did more than that—it guided me. Through sadness, happiness was found, and soon, an end turned into a new beginning.

Anecdotes, trinkets, and fond memories are sprinkled throughout the site. Through written word and photographs, Ribbons of Red’s story is brought to the forefront. I want my clients to understand my brand first and love my work second.

I believe that everyone has a beautiful story worth telling.
This one is mine.

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I have received a lot of requests from my Facebook Fans (and via email) to post photos of my business cards once they were finished. Late last night I gave my Facebook Fans a sneak peek, but thought it would also be nice to post some bigger, more crisp photos here on the blog. I thought I would also take this opportunity to answer some FAQs I have received about my letterpress cards and letterpress in general.

1. What paper did you use?
Crane Lettra 220lb — it’s nice and thick, and allows for a deep impression!

2. Do you have a letterpress printer in your studio?
I wish! I design for letterpress, but leave the printing to the skilled professionals.

3. How long did the cards take you from start to finish?
Overall, the entire process took about a month and a half from design to delivery. I spent a week creating the design and writing copy; the remainder of the time was spent with the printer. Letterpress printing is a real art and a skilled craft, so it takes some time (especially if your design is complicated), but it was well worth the wait!

4. Do you design letterpress business cards for clients too?
Of course! If you are interested in learning more about letterpress, feel free to get in touch with me through my quote form or shoot me an email.