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who says office supplies can’t be fun? this clever note set by brass monkey looks just like an orange juice carton—until you pop the top to reveal 500+ tear-off sheets, perfect for jotting down reminders, to-dos, or doodles. and when the paper runs out? it’s designed to fit refills from a company that rhymes with “free phlegm” (you know the one).
• includes 500+ tear-off sheets tucked inside the carton for all your brilliant ideas.
• features a hidden 3.5” pencil that stashes away in the straw hole like magic.
• milk carton measures 3.25" x 3.25" x 4.75"—compact and totally desk-worthy.
• individual notepaper size: 2.75” square, ideal for reminders that stick (to your memory).
because stationery should make you smile, even on monday mornings.
this clever note set by brass monkey looks just like a milk carton, but lift off the top to reveal 500+ tear-off sheets of paper—perfect for reminders, doodles, or that to-do list you’ve been putting off. the set even includes a hidden 3.5" pencil that stores neatly in the straw hole when not in use. when you run out, it’s compatible with pads from a company that rhymes with 'free phlegm.'
features:
- 500+ tear-off sheets of paper
- includes a 3.5" pencil that stores in the straw hole
- outer package: 5" x 3.5" x 5.25"
- milk carton: 3.25" x 3.25" x 4.75"
- paper size: 2.75" square
inspired by the by-gone era of office supplies, this uniquely monochromatic memo pad by brass monkey is made with dyed paper (color all the way through...fancy) and features a glued top edge for easily tearing off pages. it's perfect for leaving messages for your roommate who seriously just needs to get a freaking secretary already.
- features a vintage-inspired design on dyed paper (aka: the actual paper itself is pink).
- includes 75 pages (of the same design).
- bound to a rigid chipboard backer, so it's, like, rigid.
- pad measures 3.5" wide by 5.5" tall.
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it's a pad of paper, what more do you want to know?
you could say that this cloth-bound mini daily planner by brass monkey is undated...but you'd really be selling it short. it's more like..."un-yeared." see, they did all of the hard work for you. they've already put in all of the dates, the fixed holidays, and tons of extra stuff like daily random holidays (it was work like a dog day when we wrote this, ironically), celebrity birthdays, and other bits of trivia. with knowledge like this, you'll be the life of the party that you probably didn't want to go to in the first place. all you have to do is fill in the year, and what day of the week each day is on. simple. so if you want, you can buy this planner today and still procrastinate actually using it until 2054...live your life.
- inspired by vintage library books. You remember what those are, right?
- features a cloth bound cover with embossed "hidden agenda" artwork
- filled with 366 days (208 pages) of random holidays, trivia, and humor.
brass monkey I've got a few notes tear-off notepad set
$ 14.00 USD
unit price perbrass monkey I've got a few notes tear-off notepad set
$ 14.00 USD
unit price perget organized in style with this vintage-inspired notepad set from brass monkey. featuring 11 separate pads, each dedicated to its own important task—whether it's tracking your to-do list, documenting your mood, or counting how many times you've cried today (it's a lot, we know). each pad includes 100 pages, and they're all attached to a larger backer board for easy access and storage.
features:
- 11 individual pads, each with a unique purpose
- each pad contains 100 pages
- detachable from the backer board for convenience
- overall set size: 7" square x 0.3" deep
- pad sizes vary:
- pad 1: 3” x 2.6”
- pad 2: 4” x 2.6”
- pads 3-8: 2.3” x 0.7”
- pad 9: 2.4” x 2.4”
- pad 10: 3.9” x 2”
- pad 11: 3” x 2”
stickers aren't just for kids—and brass monkey gets it. this book of stickers is perfect for those days when words just aren't enough (or you're feeling delightfully petty). packed with a range of moody emoticons, it’s like having a personal assistant to announce your feelings...or label your coworkers.
• includes 18 pages of classic stickers + 2 bonus pages of vintage-inspired puffy ones (nostalgia unlocked).
• features over 280 stickers—seriously, we counted—because more is always better.
• perfect for calendars, notebooks, or adding flair to your next parking ticket payment.
• compact and portable at 4" x 6"—ready to travel wherever your mood takes you.
pro tip: it's the adult equivalent of decorating your trapper keeper.
in this version of brass monkey's daily planner series, each day gets a full page of real estate. it’s the perfect combination of a planner, journal, and that weird friend that knows the most random facts imaginable. sure, it’s technically undated–but really, it’s more like 'un-yeared.’ see, they did all the hard work for you. they already put in all the dates, the fixed holidays, and tons of extra stuff like daily random holidays, celebrity birthdays, and other bits of trivia. just mark what day of the week it is, and you’re ready to go.
this planner features a cloth bound cover with embossed black foil artwork, an attached ribbon bookmark and 436 pages filled with important information like celebrity birthdays and random artwork. with space for the date, national holiday of the day, events by the hour, and a square grid for additional notes, this planner will help you become the best part time adult you can be.
dimensions: 5.1 x 7.5 x 1.3 in (13 x 19.1 x 3.3 cm)
brass monkey things I'll cancel later undated mini planner
$ 16.00 USD
unit price perbrass monkey things I'll cancel later undated mini planner
$ 16.00 USD
unit price perthis mini-planner by brass monkey is more than just undated—it's 'un-yeared.' we've done the heavy lifting for you, filling in all the dates, fixed holidays, and even quirky extras like random holidays, celebrity birthdays, and fun trivia (it was work like a dog day when we wrote this, by the way). inspired by vintage library books, this planner features a cloth-bound cover with embossed gold foil artwork and 366 days of humor and knowledge to keep you entertained all year long.
features:
- cloth-bound cover with embossed gold foil artwork
- pre-filled with 366 days of random holidays, trivia, and humor
- attached black satin bookmark
- dimensions: 4.75"w x 7.5"h x 0.6"d
camo, by photographer thandiwe muriu, is the first publication to chronicle the work of this international artist, celebrating the vibrant portraits she creates that combine cultural textiles and beauty ideologies. muriu takes us on a colorful, reflective journey through her world as a woman living in modern kenya as she reinterprets contemporary african portraiture. as the sole woman operating in the male-dominated advertising photography industry in kenya, thandiwe muriu has repeatedly confronted questions around the role of women in society, the place of tradition, and her own self-perception. these experiences inspired her personal project of cultural reflection: the Camo series.
centered offers a rich, inclusive, and contemporary look at design diversity, both past and present, through essays, interviews, and images curated by design educator and advocate kaleena sales. as the design industry challenges its eurocentric foundations and reassesses conventional practices, centered highlights the voices, places, methods, ideas, and beliefs that have been overshadowed or excluded by dominant design movements. with thirteen thought-provoking essays and interviews, this volume features underrepresented and impactful design work, both historical and contemporary.
• includes works such as gee's bend quilters by stephen child and isabella d'agnenica and a chinese typographic archiveby yujune park and caspar lam.
• features an interview with sadie red wing (her shawl is yellow) on indigenous sovereignty and design.
• explores diverse and often overlooked design movements like the truck art of india by shantanu suman.
centered is an essential read for anyone passionate about diversity in design and the importance of elevating marginalized voices and practices in shaping the future of the field.
some like 'em gooey and chewy, others chunky and crunchy, but everyone loves cookies. Cookies & Crumbs is a fun-filled celebration of everyone’s favorite sweet treat, offering a delicious variety of flavor combinations, from classic milk choc chip, peanut butter, and chunky double choc to exciting new twists like melt-in-the-middle s'mores, coffee and cardamom, or banana and walnut. packed with simple, unbeatable recipes, this book is sure to have you baking cookies you'll make on repeat. whether you're a traditionalist or an adventurous baker, there's a perfect cookie for every craving!
what does it mean to be vulnerable and defiant at the same time? in deeply grateful and entirely unsatisfied, author and artist amanda happé poses this question with disarming honesty and humor. her colorful marker drawings and quirky hand-lettered sentiments offer an idiosyncratic take on life's challenges, reminding the reader that "you are the sign you've been waiting for." brimming with compassion, empathy, and a healthy dose of sarcasm, deeply grateful and entirely unsatisfied is, in happé's own words, "so good it's odd."
from the wildly popular Instagram account, disappointing affirmations hilariously counters the culture of relentless toxic positivity with a realistic take on a disappointing world where failure is always an option, but that’s okay. pairing lovely vacation photos taken by the author himself with sayings that are amusingly self-critical, encouraging, disillusioned, or all three at once, tarnowski points to feelings commonly unacknowledged or hidden and spotlights them with humor, wit, and empathy. you can do it! but you probably won’t. but also: be kind to yourself, asshole. transforming and re-envisioning the material for print while adding tons of new work, this is the funny-because-it’s-true, sneaky self-help gift book for anyone who isn’t happy all the time and doesn’t feel seen in the whole “positive mental attitude” culture.
dolly parton, songteller: my life in lyrics is an intimate celebration of a legendary career. told in dolly's own words, this book takes readers behind 175 of her songs, exploring over 60 years of songwriting magic.
features:
- illustrated with rare, unpublished photos and memorabilia
- packed with personal stories and candid insights
- a must-have for fans of dolly and country music history
dolly parton, songteller: my life in lyrics is a new york times bestseller that celebrates the life and music of dolly parton. told in her own words, this book dives into 175 of her iconic songs, revealing the stories and inspirations behind them.
filled with rare, unpublished photos from dolly’s personal archives, this book offers an intimate look at over 60 years of songwriting and the woman who made it all unforgettable. a true treasure for fans of country music and dolly’s legacy.

dream in color: 30 posters of power by 30 black creatives
$ 29.95 USD
unit price perdream in color: 30 posters of power by 30 black creatives
$ 29.95 USD
unit price perthis large-format book includes 30 removable posters designed by Black creatives from around the world. featuring artwork by artists such as london-based muralist lakwena and south africa-based huston wilson, the posters range from bold illustrations to typographic designs. each piece celebrates positivity, hope, and strength through the unique lenses of emerging and established Black creatives. curated by designer tré seals, the collection highlights Black as a vibrant and multifaceted palette, embracing every color and form of light. perfect for framing or gifting.
a powerful exploration of how clothing and fashion have fueled activism, dressing the resistance showcases the role of dress in sparking social change. spanning historical and modern protest movements, this book reveals how communities worldwide have harnessed the visual language of clothing to demand radical transformation. from suffragettes wearing newspaper dresses emblazoned with voting slogans to farmers in india donning saris in defiance, camille benda examines cultural movements through the lens of nearly 200 archival images, photographs, and paintings. a compelling tribute to the power of style in the fight for justice.

even more extraordinary things to cut out and collage
$ 19.99 USD
unit price pereven more extraordinary things to cut out and collage
$ 19.99 USD
unit price perthe ultimate resource for your next collage project – from the bestselling Extraordinary Things series – whether you're just starting or need a dose of inspiration. curated by the witty and surreal collage artist msgonzalez, this book features 1000 vintage and retro illustrations ready to cut out and bring to life. from delicate flowers and seashells to quirky body parts, retro-futuristic ufo designs to playful kittens and cocktails, there’s a mix of beautiful, quirky, and kitsch to add flair to any project. with backgrounds included for instant inspiration, this large-format book has everything you need to get started.
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