Remember that rusty old pearl I got for Valentine’s Day? Well look at “Lucy” now. In case you missed the story of how this gem was unearthed, catch up here.

After 25 years of being buried deep in the garage of a Paradise Hills pack rat, this Golding Pearl No. 11 finally got a new pair of shoes. Once we started the process of getting to her, there was no turning back. And when she finally emerged into the light of day, while others would have frowned and turned away, I saw all the potential that she could become. I had to leave town and after two weeks of being away, my dad and uncle managed to strip all the nasty off of her and give Lucy a new coat. Then I had to leave for Seattle, so sadly, I had to part with her again. In the two months I was gone, my dad had managed to outfit her with a new feed/delivery board (with a secret compartment), a cabinet door, and some new wheels. So not only is she polished and new again, but now Lucy is mobile. She and I have a lot of catching up to do. I love Lucy. (I think my dad does, too.)

I had been shopping around for a solid ream cutter for some time now and had narrowed my options down to several different models readily found on eBay. I was so close to making a bid, when I spotted this awesome Challenge Advance 19″ guillotine paper cutter on Craigslist… That was a few months ago… Between a shiny new modern Paper Cutter 3000 or a 300ish lb. cast iron guillotine cutter, nostalgia won. Since I was back in SoCal for three weeks, I made sure to squeeze in time to finally take him home and introduce him to the rest of the studio. He’s old, heavy and rusty, but that’s all superficial. There’s plenty of cutting life left in this old guy. I guess I have a soft spot for heavy antiquated machinery. Welcome to the family, “Zorro.”

Maeden and Derwin Anda had asked me to design and print their wedding stationery and reception pieces for their late Winter wedding. Call me a hopeless romantic, but I just love “love.” I believe there is someone for everyone and it’s always awesome when two people who were truly meant for each other, finally tie the knot. (Seriously, it never gets old.) This particular day was captured by Ed and Karen, of San Diego Wedding Photography studio Atrero Photography, two really talented photographers who also happen to be good friends of mine. It’s so nice to see months of planning and preparation, with every detail considered, finally happen for such a deserving couple. Congratulations, Maeden and Derwyn! (Photos: Atrero Photography)