# Playful Pun Printed Stationery These Quirky Designs Make for a Sweet Valentine’s Day Gift By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-02-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-valentines-day-gift References: [studiohomeonline](http://www.studiohomeonline.com/ragdoll-illustrations/) & [ragdollillustrations.bigcartel](http://www.ragdollillustrations.bigcartel.com/products) If you’re looking for something nostalgically sweet and adorably dreamy for a sweet Valentine’s Day gift this year, make sure you go for this awesome boutique stationery and homewares label line. All designed by Wellington-based illustrator Sally Shand, Ragdoll Illustrations grew from just greeting cards to her new collection of art prints, notepads, tea towels, cushions, totes, plastic bag holders and of course her greeting cards. Featuring playful characters, simplistic design and clean lines, the extensive range of [illustrated stationery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humdrum-paper) and hand-printed homeware designs would make for a sweet Valentine’s Day gift for either your significant other, friend or family member. So go ahead, make someone feel special this year with a “two peas in a pod” print. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgic Designs:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating modern products with a nostalgic twist. - **Hand-printed Homeware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in combining traditional printing techniques with contemporary designs. - **Illustrated Stationery:** Potential for disruptive innovation in incorporating whimsical illustrations into everyday stationery. ### Who This Affects Most - **Boutique Stationery:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in niche, personalized stationery tailored to individual tastes and preferences. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating unique, hand-printed homeware that adds character to any living space. - **Giftware:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gift industry by offering quirky, illustrated stationery as unique and meaningful gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Naughty Valentines Day Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-wood.md) - [Playful Accessory Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentine-collection.md) - [Inclusive Valentine's Day Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallmark-valentines-day.md) - [Captivating Valetine's Day Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petal-pups-latest-valentines-day-collection.md) - [Practical Valentine’s Day Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-card-bath-bar.md) - [Valentine's Day Intimates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-lemons.md) - [Playful Valentine's Day Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-candy-2024-valentines-day-collection.md) - [Cheekily Creative Bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-bookmarks.md) - [Social Media-Inspired Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-candle.md)