Butter Paper Co
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Where did the name of your studio come from?
I wish I had a better story about it! But honestly, I just liked the way it sounded. And I love to bake, so I feel like it's a good fit!
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Who is on your team, and how did you come together?
My team is just me! It's a scrappy little operation.
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How did you get into design and letterpress printing?
I have a background in art and design and did a lot of printmaking in college. I became interested in letterpress specifically when I took classes at the Center for Book Arts in New York. I was working as an architect at the time, and I loved having a hobby and creative outlet that gave more immediate gratification than the construction process. When my husband and I moved to Minneapolis years later, I was excited to have the chance to launch my own line.
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Where do you find inspiration for your designs?
From everywhere, really - I do a lot of brainstorming, and then experimenting with which ideas work well visually. My husband is also a great source of ideas!
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What kind of press(es) do you use?
All my cards are printed on a Heidelberg Windmill press.