Thing Postcard Book: James Franco

<p>This Baroque-inspired design comes from a 1725 binding of <i>The Decameron of Giovanni Boccaccio.</i> Boccaccio, an Italian writer and poet, helped lay the foundations of Renaissance humanism. With its scope from humour to tragedy and its vivid narrative structure, <i>The Decameron</i> remains an affirmation of humanity and moral values.</p><ul><li><b>Size: </b> Width: 325mm (13") x Height: 235mm (91/4") x Depth: 5mm (1/4")</li><li><b>Closure: </b> Wrap</li><li><b>Colour: </b> Red</li><li>Decorative printed paper</li><li>Holds up to 40 sheets of A4 paper</li><li>Magnetic closure with 3 pairs of covered magnets keeps it securely fastened</li><li>Expandable fabric sides</li><li>Interior lining made from kraft paper for an organic feel</li></ul>

<p>Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind new beginnings under an enchanting night sky. The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union.</p><ul><li><b>Size: </b> Width: 325mm (13") x Height: 235mm (91/4") x Depth: 5mm (1/4")</li><li><b>Closure: </b> Wrap</li><li><b>Colour: </b> Blue</li><li>Decorative printed paper</li><li>Holds up to 40 sheets of A4 paper</li><li>Magnetic closure with 3 pairs of covered magnets keeps it securely fastened</li><li>Expandable fabric sides</li><li>Interior lining made from kraft paper for an organic feel</li></ul>

<p>Astrid Anna Emilia Lindgren (1907-2002) is one of the most widely read children's book authors in the world. Her books have sold 170 million copies and been translated into more than 100 languages. Reproduced here is Lindgren's shorthand draft of a <i>Pippi Longstocking</i> story alongside illustrations of Pippi and her unmistakable house on a pink and mint green background.</p><ul><li><b>Size: </b> Width: 15mm (1/2") x Height: 45mm (13/4") x Depth: 45mm (13/4")</li><li><b>Colour: </b> Pink</li><li>Authentic Japanese washi tape paper</li><li>Decorative metallic foiling</li><li>10 metres of high-quality patterned tape per roll</li></ul>

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<p>Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind new beginnings under an enchanting night sky. The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union.</p><ul><li><b>Size: </b> Width: 15mm (1/2") x Height: 45mm (13/4") x Depth: 45mm (13/4")</li><li><b>Colour: </b> Multi-colour</li><li>Authentic Japanese washi tape paper</li><li>Decorative metallic foiling</li><li>10 metres of high-quality patterned tape per roll</li></ul>

<ul><li><b>Size: </b> Width: 15mm (1/2") x Height: 45mm (13/4") x Depth: 45mm (13/4")</li><li><b>Colour: </b> Orange</li><li>Authentic Japanese washi tape paper</li><li>Decorative metallic foiling</li><li>10 metres of high-quality patterned tape per roll</li></ul>