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January 2021 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper + Happy New Year!
Happy 2021, everyone! We made it!
A very big pat on the back to you for making it to the other side of 2020! While we're not walking through a portal today into a world free of problems, it does feel good to step into a New Year with a fresh attitude and hopeful mindset. We may still need to work to clear some hurtles, but with continued work and focus, I am hoping that this year we'll see a little more peace, magic, prosperity and love.
If you're a member of the community who has suffered a loss in 2020 - we see you. A New Year and all of its promise is exciting to celebrate, but it doesn't take away real hurts from the past year. Whether it's a loved one, your job or financial security, or your mental health, last year took a real and tangible toll and I just wanted to take a moment here to acknowledge that as well, and let you know we're thinking about you, and sending you thoughts for peace, renewal and joy in 2021.
* To receive the January Desktop Wallpaper, please click on the Graphic Below *
I love to see your setups! Did you do any 2021 Refreshing or Reorganizing of your space? Take a snap of your space with your new wallpaper, and tag me over on Instagram so I can give you a high-five (or high-elbow)!
Thank you all so much again.
Warmly,
December 2020 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper
Happy December, everyone!
I hope you had a wonderful long weekend! We remained at home, said hello to our loved ones over Zoom, and enjoyed a relaxing weekend with some good classic movies and putting up our tree! THANK YOU to everyone who has placed an order with us this week, last week, and throughout this season! To say we are overwhelmed is an understatement, and I have been working through orders diligently. Thank you again for making this a wonderful Holiday Season here at Paper Raven Co.! And without further ado, to say thanks, here is your December Desktop Illustrated Wallpaper!
* To receive the December Desktop Wallpaper, please click on the Graphic Below.
I love to see your setups - especially if they're looking festive for the winter holidays! Take a snap of your space with your new wallpaper, and tag me over on Instagram so I can give you a high-five (or high-elbow)!
Thank you all so much again.
Warmly,
September 2020 Desktop Wallpaper
Happy September, friends.
For this month's illustration, I wanted to capture that between-season feeling. We're not really in Summer, and we're not really in Fall quite yet. It feels like we're between seasons in our lives right now too, and I think many can relate to that. We're waiting to exhale on so many aspects of life right now, but I'm confident that if we put one foot in front of the other, and keep moving forward with good intentions and open hearts, we will get to a better outcome for all. :) I also wanted to include mushrooms and butterflies in this month's wallpaper because we have so many in our yard right now!
To receive the September Desktop Wallpaper, please click on the Graphic Above!
I love to see your setup! Take a snap of your space with your new wallpaper, and tag me over on Instagram. I would love if you'd share this with your friends.
Thank you all so much again.
Stay strong, stay healthy and keep caring about each other.
Warmly,
August 2020 Illustrated Desktop Wallpaper
Welcome to August, friends. We've made it this far,
and that's quite an accomplishment.
and that's quite an accomplishment.
I really wanted to focus this month's illustration on intentions. What are you seeking this month? Rest from the uncertainty of the world and the future? Peace for ourselves when everything seems so divided? Recognition of the real issues we're fighting to resolve? Or perhaps you're seeking Positivity as a way to move forward through this time. Maybe it's Resources to grow your passions so you can contribute to this world in a meaningful way. Maybe it's simply a moment to catch your breath. Whatever you're seeking this month, I hope that you read these words and take comfort in them... that the more we spend our energy on creating the new, the more quickly we'll see those changes in our lives. Take a moment today to say them out loud, and put them out into the Universe. She hears you :)
To receive the August Desktop Wallpaper, please click on the Graphic below.
I'd love to hear what your thoughts are and what you're seeking this month. Take a snap of your space with your new wallpaper, and let me know over on Instagram.
Thank you all so much again.
Stay strong, stay healthy and keep caring about each other.
Warmly,
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.
* To receive the July Desktop Wallpaper, please click on the Graphic below.
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,
Earth Day 2020!
Happy Earth Day! Because of our commitment to Climate Action, this is a really meaningful day for us here at Paper Raven Co. As such, we wanted to celebrate by sharing a few small gifts with you - tokens of our appreciation for your support, if you will. Thank you to everyone who participated in our Instagram Stories Poll a few days ago! (We were voting between a Full-Color Printable Art Print, and a Coloring Page) The voting was soooo close, I decided to do both!
* Click the image below to receive a PDF of the Art Print and the Coloring Page!
Please feel free to share these on Instagram, and I would love if you would tag me :)
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! All orders still plant trees, and we donated 75 trees this morning in honor of Earth Day! Yay!!!
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! All orders still plant trees, and we donated 75 trees this morning in honor of Earth Day! Yay!!!
Thank you so much! I hope, wherever you are, that you're having wonderful weather so you can get out and enjoy our amazing planet!
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,
