May 21, 2012

Paperblanks Celebrates 20 Years of Creating Beautiful, Heirloom-quality Writing Books at National Stationery Show

Paperblanks today announced its 20th anniversary as one of the world’s leading providers of writing books, day planners and address books. The company kicks off its milestone celebration at the National Stationary Show in New York (Javits Center, Booth# 1534-1536) where it will showcase its latest product lineup, including new, beautiful file folder storage boxes.

Ask any journal fan what their favorite Paperblanks design is and you’ll rarely hear the same reply. Over the last 20 years they have introduced hundreds of unique journal designs, from gorgeous Brocades to delicate Inlayed Jewels to aged Old Leathers. The rich portfolio of designs celebrate centuries of creativity and areinspired by world art and culture. The Paperblanks design team works with libraries and museums around the world to discover and license unique book bindings, tapestries, art pieces and more that they bring to life to create new designs each year.

Known for its specialty journals, Paperblanks has sold more than 41 million books since 1992 and continues to be a top selling brand in 50 countries worldwide. Today, there are over 300 writing book designs available in a variety of formats from large to purse and pocket-size. The newest extension of the Paperblanks brand includes heirloom quality folder boxes, currently available in three styles including Safavid Binding Art, and Handtooled and Black Moroccan Old Leathers. They add style to any home office and are a great place for storing and organizing important documents, pictures and more.

To commemorate 20 years of inspiring writers around the globe, select Paperblanks’ retailers, located coast-to-coast and The Library Shop at the New York Public Library will feature the company’s most popular journal designs for the past 20 years in special window displays that run through May. In addition, Paperblanks will continue its 20th anniversary celebration this summer with a number of online initiatives for writing fans and consumers to participate in. Details to be announced soon.

“Since the first Paperblanks journals where introduced 20 years ago, they have continuously been recognized by writing fans and retailers alike for their discerning quality and exceptional beauty,” said Tammy Colburn, US sales and marketing director at Paperblanks. “It has always been our goal to deliver products that are truly special, inspire creativity and are something people will hold on to and cherish, and we believe that it’s this defining principle that makes Paperblanks a top-selling brand.”

About Paperblanks: Paperblanks, founded in 1992 by Hartley & Marks Group, offers exquisite writing books that provide a unique, personal place for self-expression. Inspired by the works of visionaries, rebels and artists across the ages, each design embodies a true story. With most taking years to license and develop, their designs draw a connection to global art and culture that users can see and feel in each and every book, coupled with old-world craftsmanship and high quality materials.

Paperblanks products are sold worldwide, and are available at more than 2,000 stationery shops, bookstores, museums and select online retailers across North America. Locations include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Getty Museum, the New York Public Library, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Morgan Library, the LA County Museum of Art and the National Gallery of Art and Lovenotebooks.com. For more information, visit www.paperblanks.com.