Laurie and Carrie are the duo behind Two Trick Pony. They make screen-printed cards and stationary by hand using water-based inks on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. This indie graphic design and production company is based in Boston and sells their beautiful products on Etsy.com as well as through their website.
Check out the gallery above for some of Two Trick Pony's Valentine's Day-themed cards for a sweet note to your loved one.
Implications - My favorite of these quirky stationery has got to be the "Would you be mine?" card, featuring wood grain graphics that play on the word "would." It reminds me of the classic Simpsons episode in which Lisa Simpson offers Ralph Wiggum a Valentines Day card with the words "I choo-choo-choose you" with a picture of a train on it.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Eco-friendly Stationery
- The trend towards eco-friendliness in stationery offers opportunities to disrupt the traditional market with sustainable materials and production methods.
- Handmade Cards
- The growing demand for unique and personalized cards provides opportunities for small businesses to offer handmade and artisanal products.
- Graphic Design
- The trend towards unique and creative designs in stationery provides opportunities for graphic designers to showcase their skills and offer custom designs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Stationery
- The stationery industry can disrupt the traditional market by offering eco-friendly and handmade products that cater to the growing demand for sustainability and uniqueness.
- E-commerce
- The rise of e-commerce platforms such as Etsy provides opportunities for small businesses to sell their handmade and artisanal products online.
- Graphic Design Services
- The trend towards unique and creative designs in stationery provides opportunities for graphic designers to offer their services to small businesses and individuals who want custom designs.
