New Video!

Check out the video for the song "Value Added Texture" by Typographic Sailors.  We had so much fun putting together these illustrations...   These are some images from a couple of the scenes-- but be sure to check out the entire video here

Space Needle View from Every Room!

Just picture a penthouse way up in the sky, with hinges on chimneys for stars to go by 
--Marianne Faithfull

Just rediscovered this 12" x 60" pen and watercolor drawing of a tiny, memory-filled 1 bedroom apartment on Seattle's Capitol Hill.  Ian and I lived here during our college years, and for several years after as we started our little greeting card biz.  The two of us would sit on the floor with drawing boards on our laps, listening to Marianne Faithfull, Grace Jones and Nina Simone as we made handmade cards one at a time for Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, and lots of great little independent bookshops from coast to coast.

Such a magical space.   

Still have the elephant marionette.  And the Cheer box, which is filled with many of the original cards and stacks of artwork. 

And Then There's Maude (Owls!)

Our "Maude Owls" are now available at kmart.  Shower Curtain and FULL line of batch accessories.  Check it out here

Farmhouse

Our "American Farm" collection is now available on checks! Many thanks to the Goods (Tom & Barbara of Surbiton) and the Douglases (Oliver & Lisa of Hooterville) for all the inspiration during our childhood years! Check it out here.

Passover Greetings

Our brand new Passover design (and colorful coordinating elements) are now available as an animated greeting at Smilebox. Check out the sample here.

New Fabric!

Available at Joann... Check it out here!

New Rugs!

We love Jellybean Rugs! And we're thrilled that their brand new line offers so many Challis & Roos designs! Fun Stuff. Check them out here

P.S.

Oh, by the way, forgot to mention that the image below is available on skins for all your various devices. What an auspicious way to start the new year! Check it out here

Tashi Delek!

Today marks the first day of the Losar (in Tibetan, "lo"= year, "sar"= new) holiday, observed in Tibet, Bhutan, and throughout the Himalayas. Wishing everyone a happy and colorful celebration. 2012 (or 2139, according to the Tibetan calendar) is a Male Water Dragon year. Enjoy!

Be Mine

Happy Valentine's Day! Check out our "Honeybee" skin here...

Blooming Gardens!

Here's what they say about our new set of garden-themed checks:

"Surround yourself with the beauty of springtime flowers and butterflies with these "Challis & Roos Blooming Gardens" personal check designs from Bradford Exchange Checks®! Four Challis & Roos check designs capture the beauty of a garden with vibrant colors, lovely lady bugs and beautiful butterflies. Featuring muted background colors of green, orange, yellow and blue, these floral checks are sure to brighten each day!

Plus, you'll find these Challis & Roos personal check designs are just as practical as they are beautiful. Brought to you exclusively by Bradford Exchange Checks, they're expertly re-created with premium-quality check printing. Don't miss this terrific chance to let your love for springtime colors bloom - get your "Challis & Roos Blooming Gardens" checks as soon as possible! Order now!"

(available here)

Maude Hearts

Newly available at Skinit-- several of our new heart designs. Just in time for Valentine's Day and beyond.