Father’s Day is fast approaching, and we have compiled a list of our favorite gifts for dad! 1.Destination Anywhere For the dad who loves travel and adventure, our Destination Anywhere collection is the perfect gift! The collection features three beautifully engraved motifs: a globe, an airplane, and a camera. Each set features envelopes lined with …
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Why Use a Fountain Pen?
Like a Snuggie or Airpods, fountain pens are one of those items that you didn’t know you needed until you had one. While many of us have the idea that they’re a geriatric substitute for the more convenient rollerball, I’m here to convince you otherwise. For the last few years, I have been happy to …
Brand Friend Spotlight: Brett Braley-Palko
With the launch of our Brand Friend program, we’ve been able to connect with others who love the art of the handwritten note, our products, and our brand. If this sounds interesting to you, learn more about how to be a Dempsey & Carroll Brand Friend on our website! We are delighted to introduce you to …
Our Annual Sale 2019: Frequently Asked Questions
The beginning of a new year means that it’s time to start things off with a new note! That said, we’re thrilled to share some answers to some frequently asked questions regarding Our Annual Sale (the perfect opportunity to update your stationery wardrobe with new notes of your very own). What is the Dempsey …
Handwritten Thank-You Notes Have Surprising Consequences
In a recent piece on Psychology Today’s site, Author Christopher Bergland asks readers: “When was the last time you sent someone a handwritten ‘thank you’ note of gratitude or appreciation?” Throughout the article, Bergland references a fascinating new study on the underestimated benefits of handwritten letters and the importance of putting pen to paper. This study, “Undervaluing …
140 Years of Dempsey & Carroll
In honor of Dempsey & Carroll’s 140th Birthday, our CEO, Lauren Marrus, wanted to share a few words on how we are continuing the legacy of our founders while making traditions modern. Cheers to 140 years! 140 years ago today, two men, John Dempsey, a talented engraver, and George Carroll, a savvy businessman came together …
What’s in the Box?
Sure, we love keeping our note cards and sheets in our Keepsake Leather Boxes, but once our papers run out, we often wind up using our signature boxes for all kinds of fun storage needs. If you’re nearing the end of your stationery supply here are a few tricks we’ve been using ourselves that we …
Gifts for Grads
With graduation season in full swing, we wanted to share our top gift picks from our collections in celebration of a noteworthy life event. A recent graduate could be starting a new job, traveling around the world, continuing their education, or taking time to figure out the next step. No matter what the “real world” …
Write it Real
We’ve always thought that an important part of writing a well-crafted letter begins with the space that you’re in–from coffee shop corners to cozy places at home. As winter came to a close, we partnered with five lifestyle influencers to share how they like to write it real. First, our partners started off by sharing …
Want the House? Write a Letter!
As our CEO Lauren Marrus was catching up on her reading over the weekend, a headline in the Wall Street Journal caught her eye: “Want a House? Write a Letter.” As it turns out, a writing a letter might just be the key to securing real estate in a bidding war. In a bidding war, …