Valentine’s Day Open House: Letterpress Card Making

Drop into the Open to Being letterpress studio + shop for a Valentine’s Day Open House—an easy, creative stop after brunch or a sweet outing with family and friends.

Step up to one of our vintage letterpress presses and print a letterpress heart on a premium, extra-thick cotton card. Write a love note for someone special or create an affirmation card just for yourself. Cards are made on the spot and priced per card, so you can make as many as you’d like.

While you’re here, browse Open to Being’s elegant greeting cards for all occasions, explore inspirational art prints and thoughtful gifts, and enjoy time to slow down and express yourself in our bright, welcoming space.

Details:
• Free to drop in
• Card making: $4 per card or 3 for $11
• All ages welcome

Please note: Our letterpress equipment includes movable iron parts close to the ground. Children must be supervised at all times while in the studio.

About Open to Being®

Open to Being is an artisanal brand offering elegant, handcrafted stationery for the heart and soul. Our fine paper goods, from premium greeting cards and journals to art prints and custom letterpress work, are minimal yet exquisite. Beautifully-rendered, heartfelt messages are designed with care to foster authentic and meaningful connection. We believe in the power of artfully-crafted words to honor, celebrate, and embrace life's journeys with joy, acceptance, and compassion.

Founder Theresa Esterlund opened a letterpress studio + shop in Arlington Ridge neighborhood of Arlington, VA in April 2025. This working studio includes a boutique retail destination open for special shopping events and showcasing Open to Being products as well as a curated collection of handcrafted goods from local makers. A highlight of the studio is our 1910 treadle-operated Chandler & Price platen letterpress.

Our Arlington letterpress shop is open to the public exclusively during these seasonal shopping events. Also open by appointment.

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