Author Archives: Alexia

New Press!

Abut a week ago I purchased an amazing press! The press is a Chandler & Price 12×18 New Series. This style of press was was manufactured between 1911 and 1964. According to the C&P Press catalog, “In many a [print] … Continue reading

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Capricorns Unite!

This weekend my Capricorn letterpress card was included in a delightful little treasury! It is definitely worth checking out the other artistic interpretations of the sign:

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PDX ETSY’S CYBER MONDAY 2012 SALE!!

Looking for handmade local presents for your Christmas list this year? Look no farther! Jenny over at The Cozy Project (Blog and Etsy Shop) has gotten a ton of Portland artisans together to offer Cyber Monday coupon codes AND compiled them … Continue reading

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Free Shipping Day 2012

I have just had Porcuprints approved by the folks at FreeShippingDay.com! We are officially participating! So, on December 17th, get free shipping with a guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve (only within the USA). On Dec 17th, use Coupon Code: FREESHIPPINGDAY2012 Click … Continue reading

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Roller Holder

While I was building the base for my Kelsey Printing Press, Doug worked on a stand to hold the rollers. He designed it, and built it in no time. I was thoroughly impressed! It is truly original and functional. I … Continue reading

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Kelsey Press Restoration: Wooden Base Finished!

I finished the Kelsey Press wooden base! Actually, I finished it last weekend, but I am just getting around to posting pictures. I sanded, painted with stain, then coated it with a couple coats of polyurethane. Then I bolted the … Continue reading

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Star Trek Print – New Etsy Listing!

I just listed my latest print, “There’s a Nebula in my Coffee” on Etsy! Check it out for more great photos! http://www.etsy.com/listing/111612767/star-trek-quote-woodblock-print

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Porcuprints Gets a New Look!

Porcuprints officially has a brand new look! New website, new Etsy banner, and (coming soon) new artwork!

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Printing the Star Trek Block

Hello All! I have just finished printing my Star Trek parody block, and I have pictures! You will see the listing up on Etsy soon with more detailed pics, but for now, here you go! Here’s me, printing: (And yes, … Continue reading

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Kelsey Press Restoration: Making a base

For those of you who follow me, you know that I have been out of commission recently due to an elbow injury. As a result, I have had to find ways of being useful without hurting myself. This weekend, I … Continue reading

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