Love letters for your loved ones this Valentine’s Day
Angela Mugnai | @angela.mugnai.emporium
Call us old-fashioned, but is there anything better than a handwritten card? Nothing could feel more appropriate for this Valentine’s Day, especially as travel restrictions keep many of us miles apart. Send sweet greetings to a lover, family or friends from these independent stationery shops.
Toronto
The Paper Place
This Toronto shop is a go-to for all things stationery, crafts, gifts, and paper, of course. With more than 2000 types of paper from around the globe, the options are endless. These wrapping paper sheets make for a gift in themselves!
England
Archivist
Founded 20 years ago, beginning with the archives of The Natural History Museum, The Archivist Gallery has expanded, collaborating with artists globally, and today offers cards, prints, and our personal favorite match boxes, which make a unique alternative to a card.
Hawaii
Hontas Higa
Illustrator Jordan Higa’s designs, many of which take inspiration from her native Hawaii, are ones that will always bring a smile. Her hand-drawn designs with quirky captions go well beyond your typical card—making for frameable artworks. Discover more on her Etsy shop
London
Angela Mugnai
Angela Mugnai’s emporium has no doubt some of the most beautifully-designed tablecloths, napkin sets, candles, and ribbons all taking inspiration from her native Italy and current London life. Her gift sets including hand-painted stationery make for the most charming and romantic table setting—it’s hard not to purchase one for every occasion.
Paris
L’Ecritoire Paris
This Parisian stationery store is a true treasure trove for all things writing. Their objects go well beyond Valentine’s Day, but what could be more romantic than a wax-sealed letter? View their many wax seal designs here and discover dip pens, ink wells, as well as vintage objects on the e-shop.
