Creative Design

Handmade Leather Notebook

sshea — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:52:30 +0000

We are starting something new. We now are making unique, one of a kind custom handmade leather gifts. This is the first of our many ideas.

This is a small handmade leather notebook to record your memories or to give as a gift. For this particular item we created a rustic look, and it is ideal for the hiking or boating enthusiast. It could be taken along for the camping or hiking honeymoon, or might be perfect for a birding friend to take notes of what feathered friends they see on field birding expeditions.

This notebook was done by creating a distressed look, antiqued, then dyed and finished. It employs traditional Coptic stitching to hold the paper. It’s a simple variation of the many Coptic stitch types used by the finest handmade book binders. There is decorative crossed stitching as well, and it is closed with a simple leather tie.

We plan many more practical, attractive, and unique leather products. We also have sources that can make elegant, stylish, charming, and colorful handmade book products as well. They could be for anniversaries, weddings, retirement, or any other special occasion. Contact us with what you have in mind, and can make something customized or personalized for you.

Note: All of our custom leather items are made from vegetable dyed leather and only eco-friendly dyes are used.

Salem Haunted Doll House

sshea — Sat, 07 May 2011 21:35:11 +0000

There has been a hiatus, but the Salem Haunted Doll House has a new lease on life. It has been dusted off, new items have been added, including new lighting fixtures. The house has been getting ready for its appearance in “small obsession: artist’s dollhouses and other obsessively small works of art.” The show will be at the Somerville Museum, May 21- June 25, 2011. Opening reception and artist’s talks on Sunday, May 22, 4 – 6 pm. There will be a Ginny doll talk by author Judith Izen on June 5, 2 pm.

How to get to the Somerville Museum

YouTube commentary and look at the Salem Haunted Doll House

All Occasion Cards – Thank You

sshea — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:40:50 +0000

Wow, what a line up of fantastic All Occasion Cards we have this year. Think of anything your business would like to say to your clients, customers, or employees. Create an impression and remind people with a special thank you how they have contributed to making your business successful.

We have a variety of styles, and are mindful of how important it is to have eco-friendly, green card options. We have more cards on recycled paper than ever before, and almost all of our inks are soy based. Our cards are attractive, friendly, and thoughtful. These are just a few. Visit our All Occasion Cards section to see them all.

For Spring & Summer – New Prints – Grass

sshea — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:51:35 +0000

To welcome the warmer weather, we have a new line of prints, one that has been growing for awhile. Today we start with 3 prints on the theme of grass

A Green Event & The Gift of Trees

sshea — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:18:23 +0000

Many events and occasions are going green. For those who want to send a message or give a gift that will last a lifetime, there is the option of giving a tree. The details are yours to work out, but a great place to buy that we would recommend is The Arbor Day Foundation

This link provides gift trees for corporate promotions, wedding favors, fundraisers, loyalty program rewards, new accounts, employee appreciation, grand openings, customer appreciation, Arbor Day and Earth Day celebrations, baby gifts and more.

Digital Photo Cards

sshea — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:28:15 +0000

Coming very soon – digital photo cards. We will shortly have a large selection of photo cards, for all occasion and for holiday. Simple online ordering using our large selection of templates to customize. And for larger orders and corporate clients, we can always do a photo card with your complete customization.

Digital Photo Cards

Salem Design – Socially Responsible

sshea — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:42:43 +0000

We are proud to welcome 2011 with a list of our our Socially Responsible causes. We feel it’s important that, personally and through our businesses, we give back to our communities as a part of the ‘work’ we do. We were very pleased to see that the state of Vermont has formalized this business designation and clearly identifies and supports Socially Responsible Businesses. These businesses provide a percentage of their business to donate financially, give workers time off to volunteer, or donate supplies where they are needed.

Salem Design has always been a community conscious, and we would like to mention the causes and organizations that we support. We support these organizations by donations, gifts in kind, and volunteer our time and talents. For any Salem Design purchase over $100, just mention one of these causes, and we will donate 5% of the purchase price to that organization. And thank you!
Salem Design – Socially Responsible

“Hand Dance” rehearsal for “We No Speak Peopleano”

sshea — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:30:21 +0000

Someone just asked if Black Magic is being faithful to Cricket now that they are married. In spite of a brief flirtation with a gorgeous Chiuaua named named Juliette, not only has Magic been faithful, but Cricket and Black Magic have become so close they are becoming a team.

Recently they were thrilled by a “hand dance” routine by Irish dancers Cleary & Harding’s “We No Speak Americano.” While not as polished, they did some brief rehearsal and put this video together.

The Salem Dog Wedding Honeymoon

sshea — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:16:17 +0000

Since we just did the revisit of Cricket & Black Magic where it all started – “Salem Dog Wedding” – we should post the video of their honeymoon at Hawthorne Hotel. The dogs love going there, love getting dressed up, and love love all the attention.

Cricket & Black Magic surprise guests at the PALS Fashion Show

sshea — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:44:48 +0000

Cricket & Black returned in their wedding attire as special surprise guests at the PALS Animal Rescue fundraiser. The fundraiser for animal rescue was held at Hawthorne Hotel, where they honeymooned, and the fashion show fundraiser ended with a special highlight on wedding dress. Cricket & Black Magic were glad to help out a good cause and a good time was had by all.