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Introducing the new M by Staples™

Staples, Inc. recently announced its newest brand, the M by Staples™ collection. Standing for “My Style. My Way.,” the collection of high-end journals, notebooks, file folders, stationery, and business essentials such as binder clips, magnets and push pins stand out with quality and unexpected details. Available in a variety of colors and patterns, the products are aimed to connect with customers on an emotional level and stand out with personality and style.

“Our vision in developing the M by Staples brand is to make it easy for more self-expression in the workplace,” said Petter Knutrud, senior vice president of merchandising for Staples. “Our customers pay attention to the details of the products they use every day, and the M by Staples collection offers quality products set apart from traditional office supply offerings that reflect personal styles at a great value.” Uniquely merchandised at the front of the store, the M by Staples collection includes:

M by Staples Fall Classic Collection

Traditional style meets modern versatility. This timeless collection features rich, classic designs and patterns, including quilted- and soft-leather journals and accessories, with houndstooth, striped and plaid patterns. Available in Staples stores and select styles on mbystaples.com.

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Notebook sighting: LOST

From a recent episode of "Lost":

"In "There's No Place Like Home, Part 1", Dan finds out that Keamy is headed toward the Orchid Station. The news sets off alarm bells in Dan's head, as he realized the backup plan is being initiated. Dan looks up some notes he made on the Orchid in his book, which we get a quick glimpse out. Formulas surround the logo, and some writing, which includes "space like factors", "time like factors" and "Possible!"..."

Sledgeweb's LOST...STUFF

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[Thanks Chris]

Blank Page # 95

Every Wednesday at Notebookism we open a "Blank Page" -  your chance to ask, answer and discuss anything notebook-related.  Keep it nice, keep it relevant.

Blank Page, an Open Thread.

Every Wednesday at Notebookism we open a "Blank Page" -  your chance to ask, answer and discuss anything notebook-related.  Keep it nice, keep it relevant.

Blank Page, an Open Thread.

Every Wednesday at Notebookism we open a "Blank Page" -  your chance to ask, answer and discuss anything notebook-related.  Keep it nice, keep it relevant.

Blank Page, an Open Thread.

Inspiration: ABC in physics diagrams

I had this wild idea of creating typography from physics diagrams.
After months of research and going through hundreds of those, I finally got hold of 26 diagrams that looked liked the letters of the alphabet....This poster literally transported me into a parallel universe.
I sent this around to graphic designers I admired and got very interesting responses.

Munna on the Run

[via Notcot]

awagami+1

Press release from Awagami:

awagami factory, fine washi paper and stationery manufacturers from tokushima, japan are proud to announce the launching of their new stationery line “awagami+1.  created in collaboration with american designer, craig anczelowitz , the +1 collection consists of journals, albums, and desk accessories which harmoniously fuse traditional japanese craftsmanship with elements of contemporary scandinavian design. the collection is comprised of 3 assortments created with various specialty washi paper covers: yuzen (1)”spring” and (2)”autumn” items feature hand-stenciled yuzen patterned papers and 3) “syuro” which features awagami’s new organic syuro (rice straw) papers in a range of 4 earthtoned hues. 

awagami + 1 collection are

carefully handcrafted with

beauty + quality + utility.

we believe in a simple and honest approach to design+

a love of nature...

please use, share and cherish (all often).

awagami+1 journals are available in 2 sizes small (9x14cm) and large (13x21.5cm).  these handbound journals are suitable for writing and drawing in a wide variety of media (including fountain pens)as each book features 96 pages of premium grade 75gsm ecru paper.  all awagami+1 journals are also specially lined with awagami’s “shin inbe” colored end papers and feature elastic closure and back pocket.   

+ about awagami factory:

for nearly 200 years, the fujimori family has faithfully kept alive the tradition of “awa washi” japanese papermaking.  awagami washi was first commercialized by chiyozo fujimori and later passed on to his grandson, 6th generation master papermaker minoru fujimori.  In 1970, minoru and awagami factory were designated as an intangible cultural property of tokushima prefecture and today awagami is led by 7th generation, yoichi fujimori and his family. 

for more information and other inquiries, please contact aya fujimori at: aya@awagami.or.jp  or visit the awagami website: www.awagami.co.jp

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In Memoriam

Day is done,
gone the sun,
From the hills,
from the lake,
From the skies.
All is well,
safely rest,
God is nigh.

Go to sleep,
peaceful sleep.
May the soldier
or sailor,
God keep.
On the land
or the deep,
Safe in sleep.

Love, good night,
Must thou go,
When the day,
And the night
Need thee so?
All is well.
Speedeth all
To their rest.

TAPS

Recent posts by Patrick Rhone

From Patrick Rhone's refreshingly minimalist blog:

What's in your notebook? - Like the old Powerbook ad campaign, I detail what is in my current personal notebook.

http://patrickrhone.com/journal/archives/2008/05/345.html

My Addiction - I detail a few of the notebooks in my personal collection.

http://patrickrhone.com/journal/archives/2008/05/344.html

patrickrhone

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The Rhodia Webnotebook: Bad Name, Great Journal

Black Cover has a review of the new Rhodia Webnotebook. Funny name, hopefully good product:

To the touch, it feels very smooth and soft, unlike the hard, wrinkled texture of the Moleskine oil cloth. But this isn’t a soft cover - there’s slightly more give to it than the Moleskine cover (which is actually very nice for back pocket travel) but is still very much a hard cover.  It’s also thicker than a Moleskine cover, which gives it more weight in comparison.

Inside, the lined pages are a nice shade of off-white, lighter than the Moleskine’s, but pleasing on the eyes. The lines are well spaced, and go right to the top and bottom of each page. There’s a little Rhodia logo in the bottom corner which is TOTALLY unnecessary, but it’s not too distracting.

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Blank Page # 94

Every Wednesday at Notebookism we open a "Blank Page" -  your chance to ask, answer and discuss anything notebook-related.  Keep it nice, keep it relevant.

Blank Page, an Open Thread.

Every Wednesday at Notebookism we open a "Blank Page" -  your chance to ask, answer and discuss anything notebook-related.  Keep it nice, keep it relevant.

Blank Page, an Open Thread.

Every Wednesday at Notebookism we open a "Blank Page" -  your chance to ask, answer and discuss anything notebook-related.  Keep it nice, keep it relevant.

Blank Page, an Open Thread.

Secret Leaves Paperworks

From Sharon and Ann of  Secret Leaves Paperworks:

"We share your "pleasant afflication to create on paper!" We have a product we thought you might be interested in: it's a little different as journals go....Our Scrap Journal is handbound and created from bits and pieces of old ephemera that tell stories from long ago. There are blank pages and little envelopes throughout to add your own continuation of the story. An added bonus is that our products are, by their nature, recycled. Anyway, I am attaching a couple of images for your review and/or use..."

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Thanks for the mention:)