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Here's What I Did On My Spring Break...
I have been super fortunate for the 4th year in a row to attend The Makerie, a creative retreat. For the past two years, it has been The Sweet Paul Makerie (last year in NY and this year in PA) as in the Sweet Paul Magazine. Ali DeJohn is the creative genius behind these retreats. You get to take two half classes a day for two days. Delicious breakfasts, lunches and a dinner refuel you along the way. Stunning settings, amazing teachers and very crafty creative women all get to spend a weekend in the Spring together.
This year was in Philly at Terrain and the headquarters of Anthropologie/Urban Outfitters. Here are the classes I took this year:
Terrariums and Foraged Wreaths at Terrain with Megan - She is an artist who paints with flowers and plants.
Inspired Tables with Matthew Robbins - He is the most talented down to earth famous person I have ever met. (Ok, I haven't met many but he is still one of the kindest and nicest.)
Stitched Organic Botanicals with Ann Wood - She is a fiber artist who had us make delicate seed pods from silks and a vintage wedding dress! To die for lusciousness.
Watercolor Correspondence with calligrapher Meredith Langer of Merely Mere and Ann DeMarco-Mills of new old fashioned - I discovered calligraphy and lettering while using watercolor as a most beautiful backdrop.
I am recharged and inspired. I got to play with my daughter, Hannah who is in most of these photos, and my dear friend Kate, who has been my partner in crafting crimes for over 7 years now. Thanks to everyone I met this year who in some way, big or small, helped fuel me on my journey towards spreading creative goodness. Cheers to you!
End Of Year Recap: Our Best 9 of 2018
2018 - what a year. So many adventures we had, and so many people we have to thank. These were our best 9 for our End of Year recap at The Paper Seahorse.
Meet Our Incredible Teachers
Summer is a time for new beginnings and that's why we think its a great time to take one of our modern craft classes. We've gathered some of the most talented, passionate, and creative teachers we could find from the Tampa Bay area. We hope you will be just as impressed with their bios as we were when we first read them. Sign up today for a Summer Class at: www.paperseahorse.mom/classes.
CHRISTINA LEMBO is the founder and owner of Franny & Franky Design Co., a paper goods design company that also offers custom hand-lettering, logo, and graphic design services. Christina runs her business from her home studio, where she also stores her evergrowing collection of vintage paper and ephemera. She lives in St. Petersburg with her husband, John, and their son, dog, and cat. See Christina's work at www.etsy.com/shop/FrannyandFranky
RANDY ROSENTHAL is an artist/entrepreneur. As co-founder and Creative Director of Tricycle Studios, he advises business leaders at some of the world's best known brands like Johnson & Johnson, and Olympus on customer engagement strategies. He is very excited to bring these proven techniques to the local creative business community. Randy brings his signature "human-centered" approach to all of his wildly different endeavors like stand-up comedy, hypnosis, and filmmaking. Most recently, Randy curates and restores vintage typewriters, making them available for use at events, rental or to have for your very own. www.tampatype.com
PHOEBE BROWN is a Florida native, who writes creative nonfiction and poetry. She graduated from the University of Tampa where she received a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Her work has appeared both in print and online in literary magazines, such as The Healing Muse, Deep South Magazine, Touch: The Journal of Healing, and Hoot Review. She worked as a contributing author and contributing editor on a book titled Journey to Wholeness: The Voices of Women LIVING with Disabilities. Currently, she teaches English at Hillsborough Community College. We are delighted she is teaching Creative Writing for us.
Strands of Sunshine is where you'll find handcrafted jewelry for happy people! Owner and artist AMY MARSHALL creates each piece at her workbench right inside this fun little St. Pete shop. Amy has over 10 years of designing and making. She uses materials such as sterling and fine silver, semi-precious gemstones, glass, and silk cord, and uses techniques including torch fusing, pearl knotting, metal stamping, and wire wrapping. Visit her delightful shop: Strands of Sunshine in St. Petersburg. www.strandsofsunshine.com
JULIE CLARKE is a lively creative spirit who does it all; from knitting to crochet, jewelry to pottery and more. Owner and creative vision for Beadlejules, Julie ran Tampa's premier beading shop for 10 years. After taking some time to get married and make her greatest creative production; daughter Amelie, we are lucky Julie is back inspiring us all.
JENNI GLASER grew up in Shreveport Louisiana and has lived in Tampa since 1986. She received a BFA from Tulane University and a MEd from the University of Missouri. She has taught art in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties, is the mother of four, and currently is creating art in the medium of clay and fiber.
PAULA STAHEL
Paula Stahel has a pen for each of her multiple personas. She’s a professional personal historian. She teaches life writing and memoir classes. She’s an author herself and a ghostwriter. She edits other writers. She’s a book coach. She presents workshops at conferences around the country. She maintains that, “Our stories are our breath into the future, as our memories are the shadows of our past.” Her many credits include the book Listen Up!—The Art of Interviewing for Personal History; collaborating on and editing The Treason of Mary Louvestre by My Haley, who was herself collaborator on Roots with her husband Alex Haley: and co-author of The Wonder Years—My Life and Times with Stevie Wonder, Ted Hull’s memoir of his years as tutor, road manager, and surrogate father to the young musical genius. Paula is a past president of the Association of Personal Historians Inc., an international organization dedicated to supporting the preservation and sharing of life stories around the world. Through Breath & Shadows Productions, she creates high-quality legacy books and audio histories.
TONA BELL, proprietress of The Paper Seahorse, has always had a passion for all things paper, packaging, writing and making. All through her successful career in public relations, marketing and creative services, she found new and exciting ways to use paper. She used hand-written stamped letters to 100 specific people as a very personal way to launch a successful marketing company. In her 18 years as President of that company, Tricycle Studios, she continued to encourage the use of handwritten letters. With The Paper Seahorse, her dream has come true to share these creative pursuits with others. She hopes to inspire people to follow their dreams and make the world a lovelier, more thoughtful place. www.paperseahorse.mom
Now comes the difficult part . . . figuring out which classes you can't miss.
Our Ybor City Winter Pop-Up is Extending Into the Spring
What started as a holiday pop-up shop for the Winter is now extending into the Spring season. Many of our first-time visitors, who had never heard of The Paper Seahorse before, are now becoming second-time and third-time visitors, at a place that is becoming an analog refuge for Yborians and Tampanians alike.
Dreaming of Squam or What I Did on My Spring Break
Squam is all about nuturing oneself, the creative spirit and reconnecting with ourselves so we can better navigate this messy, beautiful world. It is what I hope for with The Paper Seahorse. It is what drives us in everything we do.
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#SelfCare19 - 19 Tips to Get Your Self-Care Routine Started in 2019
Attending to your own needs so that you are happy, motivated, and at your best - that is Self-Care. For #SelfCare19, we posted 19 tips on our Instagram throughout January on how to get your self-care routine started for 2019. These are all 19 tips we posted during the past month that can inspire you to create your own personalized self-care routine.
Typewriter: 1929 Remington 4
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This stunningly beautiful art deco typewriter is the famed 1929 Remington 4 in two-tone violet/purple. As you can see, the finish is in truly amazing condition with vibrant color and shiny 100% original paint. It works too - but with...
Uppercase Magazine: Issue 68
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Spark, flow, share and grow...in issue 68. A magazine for the creative and curious is this incredible bi-monthly magazine from Uppercase Publishing. Find lots of fresh creative inspiration packed in this issue. Always featuring artists and artistic endeavours, this eco-friendly...
Uppercase Magazine: Issue 69
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We heart this magazine because it is for the creative and curious. Here is what the editior, publisher and founder says about this latest issue: Dear Reader, A log cabin quilt block begins with a central square. Traditionally, a red centre...
Vintage Paper Seahorse Sticker
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Use your Paper Seahorse vinyl sticker on cards, journals, your lap top, car window--wherever strikes your fancy. The stickers are approximately 4" long and 1" wide and are water resistant and fade resistant for several years so can go outside.
Ephemera Packs
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LIMITED EDITION paper inspiration for your next creative project! These 50 piece packs contain a carefully curated collection of vintage and modern bits. Includes: books, maps, stamps, letters, miscellaneous ephemera and more. Perfect for: Mail Art Journaling Documenting Collage Scrapbooking...
Little Guide to Letter Writing: Snail Mail Zine
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"I Heart Snail Mail" Zine. Little Guide to Letter Writing. This small but mighty mini book will walk you through the basics of letter writing. Get started with snail mail inspiration how to's and even enjoy a fun themed playlist....
Limited Edition Paper Seahorse Letter Writing Kit
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This Paper Seahorse ultimate letter writing box is one of a kind. We only made a few so this limited edition letter writing box has all the goodies to start your snail mail journey in the most unique way:* pretty stationery...
Washi Tape MT Brand - Retro Butterflies
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Die cut washi tape featuring retro butterflies. This amazing design looks like vintage ephemera is taking flight!45mmEX Series MT is the original brand of washi paper masking tape, created by the 100 year old company Kamoi Kakoshi and produced in...
Esterbrook "Estie" Fountain Pen: Sea Glass (Oversize)
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"The Pen of Summer" ***** This new fountain pen is inspired by sea glass, the coveted coastal treasures that wash ashore during low tides all over the world. Shaped over many sunrises and sunsets, these bits of colored glass drift for...
KRAFT ENVELOPE - Medium with String
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The string used to close this envelope is designed to deepen the connection and affection of the sender when they mindfully coil the string. The receiver will feel a sense of excitement and anticipation as they carefully unwind the envelope...
Esterbrook "Estie" Fountain Pen
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Founded in the 1850s, Esterbrook developed its fountain pens overtime to be compatible with any use - business, educational, or personal - while adding timeless character and joy to the task in front of you. Today, their quality design is...
Esterbrook "Estie" Fountain Pen: Sea Glass
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"The Pen of Summer" ***** This new fountain pen is inspired by sea glass, the coveted coastal treasures that wash ashore during low tides all over the world. Shaped over many sunrises and sunsets, these bits of colored glass drift for...
Esterbrook "Estie" Paradise Limited Edition Fountain Pen
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The Paradise Collection from Esterbrook. This limited edition fountain pen is a new twist on the famous JR pocket pen from the early days of Esterbrook. Perfect in size, it is perfect for men and women and easily fits...
Victrola – Journey + Signature Turntable
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There’s a distinct kind of magic in dropping a needle on a piece of wax, and the Victrola Journey+ Signature Turntable is designed to let you take that magic absolutely anywhere. Blending a century of audio heritage with modern convenience,...
2026 TRAVELER'S Notebook Weekly Vertical Diary Refill - Regular Size by TRAVELER'S COMPANY
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The Vertical Diary is useful for keeping track of schedules on a timely basis. A single notebook covers worth six months. This set includes 2 pcs. for the first half and the second half for 2026. The MD paper is...
2026 TRAVELER'S Notebook Weekly + Memo Diary Refill - Regular Size by TRAVELER'S COMPANY
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A weekly Diary with a page worth of memo space. On the left side, you have the section where you can write your plans, and on the right side, you have the memo section where the grids are being printed...
2026 TRAVELER'S NOTEBOOK Plastic Sheet by TRAVELER'S COMPANY
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This is a useful mat or writing board. It can be used as a bookmark to instantly open to a certain page, and draw straight lines. There is a ruler and grid that comes in handy. Available in two sizes,...
Uppercase Magazine: Issue 64
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"Transform" is the theme of this incredible bi-monthly magazine from Uppercase Publishing. Find lots of fresh creative inspiration packed in this issue. Not to be missed in this issue, the abecendary and the art on the postcards that are inserted...