Lake Geneva Post Cards is a labor of love, and a delight to partake of.
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What a clever idea for a book!  A collection of scenes that were common in the past, and, yet, very uncommon when referenced to our experiences today.  The sum of it is a wonderful picture of what life was like many years ago in and around Lake Geneva.  So much variety; so many good times.  All captured by the author's thoughtfully assembled collection.  Be prepared to be amazed; be prepared to have these insights in the past shape your insights into the present.
4585584
The little gift books published by Harvest House are favorites that I purchase when I want to let a friend know that I am thinking of them. Carolyn Shores Wright is one of my most admired artists for her delightful capture of nature including flowers and birds. The small nature of this book enables me to slip it easily into a padded mailer and send it on the way to a friend. They have the ability to brighten the day of your dear friends who may be experiencing any one of life's challenges. I highly recommend this for anyone.
4353572
I love this set of charming cards featuring Jane Austen quotes with whimsical typography and classic illustrations. In this day and age of instant communication, I appreciate it even more when someone takes the time to sit down and write me - even a brief note - and then stamp and mail it to me. These sweet cards encourage you to treat your friends and loved ones with a little gentle respect and kindness. I think the boxed set would make a nice gift, too.
4592047
This is a book of postcards for special and everyday occasions.  I love sending them to my grandchildren when school starts, holidays, at the end of school, and mostly when I just miss them.  The kids really love getting them, too.  They very seldom get mail so they are always very excited to receive their very own mail from Grandma (and there are several from Granddad, too.)  Such a wonderful idea!
3801461
If you collect postcards, you want this lovely book.  If you're interested in the history of graphic design, you will enjoy it.
4214109
The cards are beautiful. The design, colors, and verse are very appropriate and somewhat nostalgic. I was very pleased with my purchase.
476413
These are beautiful like all other Suzy Zoo products.  Letter writing is a lost art these days but I still enjoy it and adding a sticker like this to the envelope brings joy to those who receive my cards & letters.
1485612
After reading all the sad reviews, I almost didn't buy these postcards... But in the end, my love of Jane Austen triumphed.

I am SO glad I listened to my gut and bought these!! Yes, they are a little thinner than postcards in the supermarkets but it's still thicker than other postcards I've ordered online. They will make it through the mail system just fine.

The box is classy. The quotes are FABULOUS. I love that there are 4 of each so that I can send and still save one for myself.

My only regret is that I opened the box right before I had to leave for work, expecting to be under-whelmed, only to be delighted but with no time to savor the rewards at the moment.
1358449
It puts a smile on my face.  I am a big fan of these guys.  Wish they would do their post cards again.
3777066
I love this postcard book! As others have mentioned, the designs are great and the cards are a good size (around 6.5" x 4.75"). The cards seem plenty thick enough for transit, and is also calligraphy-friendly (I used sumi ink and iron gall with no issues). As a bonus, it's easy to remove the pages from the book. That's about all I want from postcards so I'm a happy duck.
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I have to admit, I am a sucker for kits.  I like anything that is smartly packaged with lots of parts and frills.  Naturally, any sort of tarot set makes me a very happy camper and I was giddy as could be when I recently acquired the Pamela Colman Smith Commemorative Set.  This gorgeous box set is well done and any tarot lover will want to add this to their collection.

The contents are packaged in a sturdy double sided box that folds out to reveal many lovely treasures inside.  There are lots of tarot goodies including:

A Smith Waite Centennial Edition Tarot Deck with a baby blue organza bag for storage

Two books: The Artwork And Times of Pamela Colman Smith by Stuart R. Kaplan and The Pictorial Key To The Tarot by Arthur Edward Waite

Three 5x7 pictures of Smith's art, suitable for framing

1 black and white photo of Pamela Colman Smith

A supplemental fold out with a few tarot spreads

6 postcards picturing Smith's art work

The deck is a reprint of the original 1909 deck, with dreamy muted colors and a "vintage" finish that adds an authentic retro feel.  There are many versions of the Rider Waite deck with different color schemes (Radiant Rider Waite comes to mind with its bright, energetic colors) but there is something about this version that grabs my attention and pulls me in like no other.  Perhaps it is because the turn of the century is one of my favorite eras or maybe the softer color scheme is simply easier on the eye.  Either way, I really find this faithful reproduction quite appealing.  I especially liked the reversible image on the back of the deck  - a white rose framed by Colman Smith's signature.  There is a little blue organza bag included for storing the deck - another nice little touch that made this set very special.

"The Pictorial Key To The Tarot" by Arthur Edward Waite is a familiar book on many tarot lover's shelves - in fact, this was one of the first tarot books that I owned when I began my own journey with the tarot. I had lost my copy and was happy to be reunited with this classic!  Even more exciting was the other book, "The Artwork and Times of Pamela Colman Smith" by Stuart R. Kaplan.  This biography was small but did not lack details.  Her life and family history are thoroughly covered and many images of Colman-Smith's work are lovingly displayed throughout the book with notes that help the reader learn about the mediums that Colman-Smith worked with throughout her life (watercolor, ink, pencil, etc.) as well as all the different places where her work was featured (book illustrations, sheet music, magazines, and more). I was saddened to learn that even though she had great talent, she still struggled financially throughout her life and died penniless due to bad business decisions.  I found myself wondering if her work would have been forgotten if not for the tarot.  How grateful I am to know that at least one aspect of her artwork is still revered, recognized and treasured!

Lastly, U.S. Games included a fold out with tarot spreads as well as some postcards and pictures, making this kit a treasure trove and well worth the $35.00 price tag!  This is a bargain considering all that you get.  I highly recommend this set for any tarot lover or fan of Colman-Smith's work. This would also be a lovely gift for any of the tarot fiends in your life.

I give this boxed set an enthusiastic 2 Swords Up!

Blessings!
Theresa
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These postcards are adorable and any cat lover will love to receive one in the mail.  They are thicker paper and higher quality than many postcards, and a good deal for the price.  I will definitely buy again in the future.
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As you can guess, the word "illumination" comes from the Latin for "to light up". Michelle Brown points this out in the introduction (on the inside covers). It is interesting that this word was chosen to describe the colorful and fanciful letters and illustrations (there's that "shedding light upon" again) in medieval manuscripts.

This postcard set is published by the Bodleian Libraries of Oxford University, England. All images in this set are from books and manuscripts in its collection: A set of 26 cards, one for each letter of the alphabet A - Z.

The letters include animals, humans and fanciful plants. A couple favorite examples: The "D" is from the Gifford Bible, created in the 12th century. That is definitely not a monk preparing to write on his scroll.  The "L" is from the Auct Bible, and never was such a lion seen in real life.

A couple of the images used are more recent. The great William Morris, whose textile design firm was founded in 1861 and is still going strong, was also a lover of illuminated manuscripts. He translated works, such as "The Odyssey" and published his versions accompanied by illuminated letters.

This postcard set is a class act. The imagery is very colorful and strongly shown, though there is no way for a photograph to do full justice to the glint of gold leaf. Postcards are 6 7/16" x 4 11/16". The cardstock is average thickness, so postcard postage will work.

The set arrives in foldover covers hold everything nicely. The cards are lightly gummed in, and it is easy remove a postcard out of order. There is no gum residue and a gentle release is also easy. As I said, a class act.

A very recommended postcard set.

Happy Reader
1200151
This is a beautiful card that will no doubt, be well appreciated by its intended recipient. While sister cards are a dime a dozen, this is the first one I saw that is glittery and well presented. It portrays an appreciation of that close bond from the talking, crying, and laughing of life's events that only siblings can understand.
1820549
These are beautiful postcards, packaged in a beautiful box that looks like a book.  Printed on very heavy, solid stock, slick printing, really nice postcards.  I bought a set for my daughter and myself.  We both are debating if we should keep a set for ourselves and send out a set, because they are so nice.  Very good price, too.
3266906
They are beautiful cards, and just the right size for a message: not too long and not too short.  The bright yellow envelopes are quality and vibrant. I feel good about sending them. I'll be looking at more cards from this company.  36 cards and envelopes for $10.00 is a good buy.  I can send them to people all year, and this photo is uplifting.  All of us need "a new day."
1425891
Gorgeous cards and storage box! The illustrations are striking and enchanting, and people of all ages can enjoy the animal facts. The cards are printed on heavy cardstock, even thicker than the material used for those various sets of "100 postcards." Each illustrated card is a little work of art, and it would be lovely to hang up some as wall decor. The cards are "colorable" in that there is some space available for adding color, but these are not really coloring cards in the same ilk as coloring books. I think the images are beautiful as they are, in black and white. The text for each card is colored according to its section, such as light brown text for the "sky" creatures, delicate forest green writing for the "jungle" animals, black for the "field" section, and a deep marine blue for the "sea" dwellers. My cards will be going out to friends as happy mail. I am delighted with the design and quality of this set of postcards!