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July 2020 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper
Happy July, everyone! It's an understatement to say that the last few months have been a challenge, and also a revolution of thought and action. Exciting and difficult changes are starting to happen, and we at Paper Raven Co. are committed to continuing in this fight.
That said, the importance of resting and appreciating the simple joys of life has become a critical point of balance for many of us. I wanted to illustrate something that simply just made me happy, something that felt hopeful. Additionally, it was only fitting to focus on the color yellow this month: a color symbolizing awareness, education and new thought, mixed with optimism and hope for the future.
That said, the importance of resting and appreciating the simple joys of life has become a critical point of balance for many of us. I wanted to illustrate something that simply just made me happy, something that felt hopeful. Additionally, it was only fitting to focus on the color yellow this month: a color symbolizing awareness, education and new thought, mixed with optimism and hope for the future.
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Thank you all so much again. I hope you have a wonderful month.
Warmly,
June 2020 Desktop Wallpaper
Thank you so much for your patience and overwhelming support of my decision to postpone our June Desktop Wallpaper to hold a space for important conversations about race and allyship. I was so grateful to receive so many kind emails from you all, and I'm happy to share June's Desktop Wallpaper with you now! Many of you asked for my previous graphic to be converted into a wallpaper, and I wanted to make sure this one did not include a calendar, so it could be enjoyed anytime.
Please click the graphic below to receive the Wallpaper!
Please click the graphic below to receive the Wallpaper!
And if you like this one, please snap a photo of your workspace with the new wallpaper, and tag me on Instagram. I love seeing your spaces and reposting them!
And finally, An Announcement: We have committed to donating 15% of all sales on ShopPaperRavenCo.com until December 31st, 2020 to the Loveland Foundation, an organization that supports Black Women and Girls. Our plan is to make this donation in the first week of every month, giving 15% of the previous month's sales. (We will also continue our initiative to donate $1 for every sale to our Partners at One Tree Planted.) Thank you all so much for your continued support and orders, that allow us to give in this way!
Thank you all so much again. Let's step forward together into a better future.
Warmly,
May 2020 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper
Happy May, everyone. We have been over here baking way too many brownies, doing a little bit of stress-eating (relatable content?) and taking a lot of long walks through our neighborhood. Mostly, we have been trying to focus on the bright spots in this current situation. I'll be the first to admit that some days are easier than others! In that spirit, I wanted to create May's Desktop Wallpaper from a place of joy and inspiration from our time outdoors. The happiest moments of my days have been when Daniel, Patty and I take walks around our neighborhood and admire the new flowers blooming everywhere. We are so privileged to live in a beautiful, safe place with nice weather, and I have been doing everything to keep that top of mind so I can use the support we're receiving as a business and turn it around to help our neighbors and local economy.
* Click on the image below to download the Desktop Wallpaper.
* Click on the image below to download the Desktop Wallpaper.
Please feel free to share a photo snap of your new desktop wallpaper on Instagram, and I would love if you would tag me and share this with your friends so we can all brighten each other's days a bit :)
I also want to take a moment to say a very heartfelt THANK YOU.
Like, a from-my-bones thank you.
Like, a from-my-bones thank you.
I was very unsure at the outset of Covid-19 where we would be as a business, or how we would navigate the uncertain road ahead. I have been truly blown away by the support we have received - kind words, messages, sharing my work on Instagram, and yes, orders! You all showed up for us - for me - in a BIG WAY. I wish I had words to adequately express how appreciative I am, and how big of an impact you have made for me and my little family. Thank you!
Don't forget that we have a Special Mother's Day Gift Guide put together, and you can use code STAYHOME for 15% off your order!
Don't forget that we have a Special Mother's Day Gift Guide put together, and you can use code STAYHOME for 15% off your order!
Warmly,
April 2020 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper
Happy April, I hope you are staying safe and well during this uncertain time. I wanted to bring a little happiness into your inbox today with this Sweet Snail - he's toting his home along with him. To me, a snail was the perfect metaphor for this time in our collective existence: we've all been forced to slow down (which in some ways has been a blessing), we're all curled up in our homes, and we've been given an opportunity to take in the world around us and our values with more clarity than ever. Also, who doesn't love a cute little snail? I hope this brings you joy.
* Click on the image above to receive the Desktop Wallpaper.
Please feel free to share a photo snap of your new desktop wallpaper on Instagram, and I would love if you would tag me and share this with your friends so they can have a happy little gift today :)
I also want to remind everyone that we have a 15% Off Code for the Shop right now (Code: STAYHOME), plus Free Shipping for US Orders of $35+. Also, I promise to wash my hands before packing any and all orders!
Sending you love and light during this weird time!
Warmly,
March 2020 Desktop Wallpaper
Happy March, everyone! Even though the weather has been like riding a rollercoaster lately, on warmer days I've really been enjoying my afternoon walks with Patty, seeing all of the new life and greenery peeking out, ready for Spring. I take a lot of comfort in the Cycles of Nature - they are a beautiful demonstration in balance. Here is a wonderful quote I read earlier today that I wanted to share with you:
Nature does not hurry;
yet everything is accomplished.
- Lao Tzu
* Click on the image above to receive the Desktop Wallpaper.Thank you so much for following along, and I hope you have a peaceful month ahead of you; one that reveals the start of growth from the seeds you've been planting all year, after the quiet stillness of Winter.
Warmly,
February 2020 Desktop Wallpaper
Happy February, the month of Candy and Love. I wanted to do something classic, fun and whimsical for this month, so behold lots of happy hearts! Hope you enjoy it!
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Thank you so much for checking this out and I hope you have a wonderful month ahead of you - filled with all kinds of love!
* Click on the image above to receive the Desktop Wallpaper.
Thank you so much for checking this out and I hope you have a wonderful month ahead of you - filled with all kinds of love!
Warmly,
January 2020 Desktop Wallpaper
Happy January - it's a Shiny New Decade! What are your plans for 2020? I hope you have something wonderful in store :) As for me, my resolutions include giving myself more White Space, healthier work-life boundaries (hard for creatives!), and a healthier lifestyle with more gym visits and activity that I ENJOY (that one is predictable, I know, but it's true!).
For me, this year is about keeping it simple, so with that in mind, I created this January 2020 Desktop Calendar, and focused on the hand-lettering, with just a few little embellishments.
For me, this year is about keeping it simple, so with that in mind, I created this January 2020 Desktop Calendar, and focused on the hand-lettering, with just a few little embellishments.
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Thank you so much for being here, and I hope this new decade gives you a chance for reflection, clarity and hope!
Warmly,
December 2019 Desktop Wallpaper
Happy December! I'll keep this short and sweet, I know this is a busy weekend! Thank you so much for your support throughout the year, and if you've supported our Black Friday / Small Business Saturday / Cyber Monday Sale, a double thank you to you!! I appreciate you all so much.
* Click on the image above to receive the Desktop Wallpaper.
If you like these, I would love if you'd share a snap of your space with the newest wallpaper with me, and I will be reposting them on my Instagram Stories!
Thank you so much and I hope you have a wonderful week!
If you like these, I would love if you'd share a snap of your space with the newest wallpaper with me, and I will be reposting them on my Instagram Stories!
Thank you so much and I hope you have a wonderful week!
Warmly,
November 2019 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper
I trust everyone had a wonderful Halloween! We got totally mobbed by cute kids Trick or Treating last night, Patty dressed up as a Banana Split, and Daniel won a costume contest for his rendition of Garfield, complete with giant paper mache head. All in all, it was a spooky success. I also talked about my haunted apartment in my Halloween Animated Instagram Post.
For this month, I wanted to capture the feeling of coziness (SAT Word Bonus Points: "hygge", pronounced "hue-guh"), and do something a little more fun than just your typical (but lovely) fall leaves. I hope you like it! I love how the calendar fits in the camping mug, lol.
* Click on the image above to download the Desktop Wallpaper.
If you like these, I would love if you'd share a snap of your space with the newest wallpaper with me, and I will be reposting them on my Instagram Stories!
Thank you so much and high fives if you already knew how to pronounce "hygge". High fives if you learned something! High fives all around!
For this month, I wanted to capture the feeling of coziness (SAT Word Bonus Points: "hygge", pronounced "hue-guh"), and do something a little more fun than just your typical (but lovely) fall leaves. I hope you like it! I love how the calendar fits in the camping mug, lol.
* Click on the image above to download the Desktop Wallpaper.
If you like these, I would love if you'd share a snap of your space with the newest wallpaper with me, and I will be reposting them on my Instagram Stories!
Thank you so much and high fives if you already knew how to pronounce "hygge". High fives if you learned something! High fives all around!
Warmly,
October 2019 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper: A Special Tribute
It's finally October - or as I like to call it, "the most wonderful time of the year". For this month, I want to create something a little more involved and special than my usual freebies. So I illustrated a tribute to the legendary true-crime comedy podcast, My Favorite Murder. Now, while I am a huge advocate for getting out into nature, one of the things I love about this podcast is that Karen + Georgia (the hosts) are huge advocates for women's safety, awareness and defense. So get out there (especially in the beautiful Fall temps!) and hike, explore and discover to your hearts content, but also tell a friend if you're going alone, be alert and responsive to your surroundings, and trust your gut if something seems off. Now, have a great Autumn!
* Click on the image above to receive the Desktop Wallpaper.
If you like these, I would love if you'd share a snap of your space with the newest wallpaper with me, and I will be reposting them on my Instagram Stories!
Happy October and SSDGM!
Warmly,
