Notebook. When we stumbled on Oblation Papers, a little part of me knew immediately that I would love this shop forever. Paper, paper and more paper fill this space. In addition, there are some wonderful journals and some old typewriters and even a place where you can sit and quietly create. There’s a gorgeous chandelier, old writing tables and inspiration around every corner. It might not be a coffee shop but I could definitely see myself coming here if I need a quiet space to write my next great novel.
I know I’ve said it before but I always go a little crazy in these stores. For my sweet 16 I remember shocking my parents when I asked for a fountain pen. That should have tipped us all off that I’d be in love with beautiful notebooks and all sorts of pens for the rest of my life. Actually, if truth be told, my hubby went a little crazy in here too.
I always carry around a notebook with me because I never know when I might come up with a great idea that I want to write down. I’ve been looking everywhere for that perfect blogging notebook and although I haven’t quite found what I’m looking for, some of these came pretty close.
It doesn’t matter if I’m in a paper store or a fabric store, I get the same emotional reaction. All the colours, prints and textures inspire me to create. It is as if I am being handed all the tools that I need to make something beautiful happen. Whether it be re-upholstering a vintage chair, sewing a garment or putting pen to paper I’m open to all the possibilities!
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Aww..i can totally get why you go crazy in here because i will too. Growing up i visited gift shops or bookstores just to be able to see and buy fancy cute pens or notebooks. Actually i still do it sometimes and i would love to visit this place someday if i could. Lovely.
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I’m so happy to see how many people love this store…beautiful paper will never go away!
xo
What an amazing shop. I could get lost in there for hours!
x Kirsty
Me too… well we kind of did! Ha!
xo
This looks like a great store – I think I’ve heard of it before from friends!
Great post xx
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It’s a really fantastic store!
xo
there are so many colors <3 amazing shop!
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xoxo,Khloe
Yeah, it’s a beautiful shop!
xo
WOW!! Amazing place!! 🙂
Kisses,
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It’s a really great shop!
xo
Oh, it’s my weakness! I love books, paper, diaries, notebooks, all in a beautiful interior!!!
Me too! It gives me so much inspiration
xo
very nice!!!:)
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thanks!
xo
This would be my kind of store. One of my favorite souvenirs I brought back from Paris (in 2004!) was some beautiful stationary….I still have some because I use it so sparingly.
That sounds so amazing! I’m jealous.
xo
Lovely store!! Paper products never looks their appeal!
Hope
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Ha! Yeah, I think I will always love paper!
xo
I love these kinds of stores. You are so right, they make you want to create. Always such a positive vibe. Nice photos.
Thanks! I’m going to miss this store.
xo
Paper shops and bookstores. Best smelling places in the world.
-Jamie
ChatterBlossom
They are, I love them!
xo
Yup, I love paper too. I get a high when visiting stationery stores. My love extends to pens (of which I have many) and letter-writing. Nice post.
Oh me too…. I have a pretty awesome pen collection actually
Aaaah, what a little slice of paradise! I’m with you, I absolutely HAVE to carry a notebook with me at all times….since I was about 9! Wonderful post Caroline 🙂 xo
Oh yay! I know, I love having a notebook around, it keeps me focused!
xo
This is so cool, I don’t know how you discover some of these places!! I can totally imagine this being so inspirational for writing!
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Thanks! I just walk around and go in everywhere!
xo
I just found your blog and I love it!
I waiting you on my blog!
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Oh thank you so much!
xo
Thanks for the post, the wonderful photos and all of the lovely comments about our store! Naturally, we feel the same way — there’s nothing better than spending our days surrounded by beautiful paper, with sound of the letterpresses humming away, and the water swooshing in our paper making studio.
We look forward to seeing you again!
I’m definitely going to be back! Already addicted.
xo
I’m so glad that you found such great gems in Portland. This is one of my favorite card shops as well! Great pics!!
Oh thanks so much! There’s more coming…. I really enjoyed Portland, so many great finds.
Great interior. The first shot doesn’t even look like it would be in a store.
On a side note, I love how much your photography has improved!
Oh thank you so much! I’m always a little nervous when I go up against blogs like yours!!!
xo
I love seeing all the colors too….and thanks for your lovely comments on my blog 🙂
Claudia
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xo
I can get lost for hours in that place !! I love all that paper stuff! xxx
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We were there for a really long time!
xo
Looks like a great store. Loved all these colored papers!
Miss Margaret Cruzemark
http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/
It was such a beautiful space!
I don’t see how you could not go a little crazy in such a gorgeous store. Cheers to great inspirational discoveries! How’s that novel coming along?
XOXO Nensi
You know, I’m really thinking that I’d like to write a novel….
xo
Such a beautiful shop! I love visiting Portland, especially this time of year. Total aside, but do you ever watch the Carrie Brownstein/Fred Armisen sketch show Portlandia? It’s hilarious. I can’t wait for a fourth season.
That show has been on my to watch list and we are so going to start watching it now!!! I was wearing a dress with birds on it and people kept saying ‘put a bird on it’. No idea what they were talking about until someone finally explained it to me!
Amazing store, full of colors!!!!!!
Kisses honey!!!
Thank you, it certainly is!
xo
Wow, what a gorgeous shop! I love beautiful stationary! There’s something so special about places like this. Glad you found a gem… wish I lived closer! I’d love to visit!! xo
I was really happy to find it! They actually have a really great blog!
xo
Whoa! We have the same store here in our country and way back my high school days I always save up partial of my allowance just to get a new stuff from them, yeah I admit, such an avid fan of stationery and anything that has something to do with cute unique items like this!
Hugs and kisses from ♥ missJHENZ
That’s so cool! I’m the same way, every penny gets saved for stuff like that!
xo
looks like an amazing shop!
I really love this shop!!! I would be sitting on that coach with a good book for hours… Or choosing a especial paper for my envolopes!!
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big kisses lady!!!
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I was tempted to sit in that back room and write!
xo
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