Spotlight // Wanderlust Print Co.

Today I'd like to introduce you to a lovely print shop called Wanderlust Print Co.  Honestly, the shop name says it all! Lauren, the owner and artist, sells prints but with a twist.  All her amazing, wanderlust inducing quotes, are printed on original map paper.  Because of this, every print is 100% original.  How cool is that?  

There's something romantic about maps so these automatically draw me in.  Plus, the travel quotes make me want to do all that traveling that I have been thinking about.  I can't wait to add one of these to my gallery wall! 

Take a look at some of my favorites from the shop:

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Really awesome, right?  I am especially partial to the "Let's Get Lost" print.

And right now Lauren is offering free first class shipping with code FREESHIP!

Make sure you follow her on instagram and twitter and show her and her prints some love.

Which one is your favorite?

End Quote Studio Q&A + A Giveaway

Hey guys!  Today I am bringing you a little Q&A with Taylor, the lovely lady behind Live and Move and most recently End Quote Studio!  I had the pleasure of meeting Taylor a while back and she even let me guest post on her blog while she was in South Africa!  She is a truly beautiful individual and her posts are really real, you know what I mean? Not to mention she is studying abroad in Spain.  For real, you guys.

I am all about the entrepreneurial spirit and there's a special place in my heart for the hand made and the people, the makers.  There is just so much more that goes into a hand crafted item, so much heart and dedication, and it's wonderfully personal. I jump at any chance I get to support this cause.

So I was excited, naturally, whenever she contacted me about helping get the word out about her new shop.  End quote studio sells printables with inspiring, meaningful quotes. These are literally right up my alley and I can't wait to add one to the wall above my desk in my office.

But I really wanted you to get to know a little bit more about Taylor, her shop, and what she is all about so thankfully she was up for a little Q&A, so sit back and read up…


Hello! Let's begin by telling us a bit about yourself, your blog, and shop.

Well, my name is Taylor. I'm from the Chicago area. I go to school in Nashville, and I'm studying abroad in Spain. Let's just say that home means a lot of things right now. After a service trip last year, I wanted an outlet to challenge myself creatively. That's how  Live and Move was born. It's changed a lot since conception, but now I can't imagine my life without blogging in it. On my blog, you'll find a lot of photography and a lot of my personal thoughts. Besides Live and Move, there's also a printable shop called End Quote Studio. It's my latest creative outlet and adventure.


How did your shop come about?

Honestly, I needed a break after one of my busiest semester's to date. I ordered a calligraphy set as a treat, knowing that it would be easy to carry with me in Spain. I started practicing the technical process of writing with a calligraphy pen. Before I knew it, I was writing words that inspired me. I've always been a quote person. In fact, I wrote my college essay on how much I love words. Creating a shop seemed like a heaven sent combination of doing what I loved and sharing inspiring truths.


What inspires you creatively?

Music is my major inspiration. It's poetry, really. My most creative moments include a cup of tea, quality music, and my calligraphy pen. I also love to follow the lives of other creative people and to read. It's always helpful to learn new techniques or ideas about creativity through books or articles.


What is your favorite thing about designing prints/running your shop?

The mixed media aspect would have to be my favorite part. I love sketching the designs and then re-working them with the calligraphy pen. After that, I get to play with my work on the computer. It's the perfect mix of working on and off the computer. Also, I'm loving getting to connect with other bloggers as I work to but the brand!


Do you have any advice for fellow crafters/entrepreneurs just starting out?

Don't be afraid to ask. Since starting End Quote Studio, it's been so necessary to reach out to people. And you know what? I've gotten some nos, but the people who say yes (like Sarah!) are so willing to help. We're not in competition. Have an attitude of helping others and watch your support network grow!


Where do you see End Quote Studio going in the future?

I see it growing! I think printable will always be a part of the shop, but I hope to expand my product range to include prints, custom prints, and even postcards. It's really hard to predict what will happen next, but as long as I'm creating, I'm happy.


I just love her wonderful attitude and outlook.  I'm honored to call Taylor a friend and I'm proud to support her in this creative venture and wish her all the best going forward.  And guess what?  So can you!

Right now Taylor is graciously giving away a $20 credit to her shop!  You can enter via the rafflecopter below but first, take a look at a few of my favorites…

a Rafflecopter giveaway

New Office, New Prints

I am in the process of re-doing my office.  I have been spending more and more time here (and less time working from my bed - productive!) and so I feel like it would be worth a small investment to make it a place that inspires me.

I love all aspects of decorating, from planning to picking out furniture, painting, and all the rest.  The thing about picking out prints for my wall is…I love it the most.  I don't play around with the big stuff, furniture and things, because I want to stick to something classic and sturdy.  The walls are where it's at.  I can switch it up, make it crazy, or tone it down.  And honestly, while I love the freedom to change my mind, I usually fall in love with certain pieces and can't bear to change them out.

But anyway.  This is the first house where I have had a room solely dedicated to being an office (and no, we haven't moved, it has literally just taken me 7 months to get to this point). I know that I want the place to be inspiring, calm, and a little quirky. I spent the better part of the weekend looking for prints for my wall that would encompass that and I'd like to share a few of my favorites with y'all.

And I tried to stick to prints that I wanted for my office (and that were affordable - save for the darling print, but gosh!) but I couldn't help myself and I found a few I'd like for other rooms as well. Oh well, I am a sucker for those cutesy, I-love-the-person-I-am-sharing-this-all-with-and-this-says-that-just-perfectly, prints.

To the Moon & Back / Work It / Live to the point of tears / The World is Your Oyster / At first glance / Darling

I really like words, you might have surmised.  I am still looking for some photographs or illustrations, something to break it all up, maybe with a pop of color.

Where do you get your prints? Do you have a favorite etsy seller I should check out?  I love to know.