Type-inspired gifts that celebrate the alphabet in various typographic splendors.
Pat, I would like to buy a vowel.
Ever wonder what type of gift to give to anyone who loves visual communication? We've sifted though the catalogues and websites and identified these type-inspired gifts that celebrate the alphabet in various typographic splendors.
More than "X" to mark the spot.
Why use plain typographically challenged page markers? Make a statement when you mark a page with these big and bright punctuation page markers. They are sticky too!
Comings and Goings
This welcome mat is an ambigram a typographical design that may be read from two different viewpoints. Guests are greeted with a "Come in" message and the mat bids them farewell with a tongue-in-cheek "Go away" as they depart.
& so it goes
This giant (33 inches tall) decorative piece of punctuation is "set" in Helvetica. It is made out of a uniquely grained wood and may stand on the floor or be wall-mounted. Other giant letterforms are available too!
Today's Silver Plate Special
Dine in diner style with these colorful plates featuring Martin Yeeles's photographs of neon road signs from diners across the states. Pass the ketchup and enjoy these quirky conversation starters. They're sure to spice up any table!
Mega-Magazine Rack
Big M magazine holder instantly gives your living space a typographic aesthetic. The magazine holder is big enough for 10 magazines and comes in blue, green, black, or white and is made of Baltic birch. Especially good for displaying Mademoiselle, Modern Bride, More, Money or Mother Jones. Available in several colors!
I now pronounce you
"Mr. & Mrs." luggage tags are the perfect gift for a couple about to embark on their honeymoon. An exclusive and inclusive gift that is also available in "Mr. & Mr." and "Mrs. & Mrs." sets. And, as an FYI, Three Tarts, the store that carries these luggage tags has a range of gifts and sweets worth checking out. Especially their gourmet marshmallows!
Something old as something new.
These alphabet lamps were neon signs in a previous life. After being rescued and refitted with LED lights they will add a typographic flair to your room.
Butter up your ABCs
Who wouldn't want to wake up to pancakes with butter patties spelling out your name? This alphabet letter ice cube tray set contains the full alphabet. The silicone trays can be used hot or cold so you can make letters in everything from ice to Jell-O to brownies.
Not your father's ABC blocks
These black and white wooden spelling blocks offer a modern twist on an old classic. The 36 piece block set comes with triple vowels, so you can actually spell some words.
Sit on it Fonzie.
Pull up a letter and have a seat. ABChairs is a series of 26 typographic chairs from furniture designer Roeland Otten that you may sit onor arrange a "word" around a table. The chairs are being produced one-off as limited editions, but he hopes he'll find a manufacturer soon to make plastic versions.
Have bag will travel.
This bag is called a musette, which is a small lightweight cotton shoulder bag, used for containing food and drink given to riders in a feed zone during a cycle race. Or you could call it a messenger bag covered all-over with a typographic pattern of ampersands.
Uppercase table is top drawer.
These metal side tables designed by Andrew Martin are each created in the shape of a letter. The full range of letters is available so you could spell out names or messages with them, or just get two as nightstands.
Sing the alphabet song while your wash your hands.
A hit with all letter-lovers, this extremely unique soap is a handwringer. Each handmade bar is 4 ounces of all natural glycerin soap scented with Peppermint oil.
A is for "Animal".
We know that elephants can rememberand now kids can remember letters with Alphabesties flash cards. Each card features an animal ingeniously built from the first letter of its name. Each animal uses a different typeface so you may experience a typographic treat as you learn your ABCs.
