For over 2,000 years, paper craft has been a vehicle for telling stories. History is made memorable by the simple fact that it’s transcribed on paper. Even now, we preserve our own stories by capturing moments through photography, journals, and memory books.
Each of our stories begins with a blank sheet of paper. As we evolve, we acquire ephemera from new experiences and the ones we love. We layer stamps, stickers, and articles onto paper to document those moments of impact. Over time, we are shaped and changed, and every graduation, wedding, move, and job becomes part of our story.
Life is filled with moments, big and small. Many of which are made special by their simplicity alone. When we see beauty in our everyday lives and take the time to capture it on paper, we become more open to our own creativity.1 This is the Art of Living.
We look for ways to make those moments lasting. When we frame a meaningful photo or write a special milestone into our calendar, paper becomes the keeper of those moments. It goes beyond the page and becomes a living, breathing chapter of our life’s story.
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Paper was kept a secret for hundreds of years after its invention around 100 B.C.2
Paper craft is a vehicle for bringing moments to life, and that act of making connects you to these moments. This is the Art of Creating.
Whether you’re cutting a banner or coloring a card, that process of creation begins with paper. When we make something lasting, we feel more connected to each moment.3 Paper provides the blank canvas on which we can leave our mark with colors, textures, and patterns that inspire.
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Creative “flow” is the secret to happiness, according to some psychologists.4
Whether it’s a memory book of family traditions or a card celebrating a graduation, it feels good to give something you have created, especially if it’s beautifully wrapped. When we give, we feel good, look good, and are inspired to do it all over again.5 This is the Art of Giving.
Passing down memories is one of the most meaningful gifts we can give. When we cement special moments in time through paper craft, we create a permanent memento that can be passed down to those we love.
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Before stamps, the person receiving a letter had to pay upon delivery.6