Masha and Saks – the two go together, don’t you think? We do! So fun to have our newest cards at the legendary fashion destination. Masha’s spring best sellers are offered in an exclusive set of eight individual designs. Shop them online here, then use for various occasions throughout the year for a splash of striking watercolor to share with your recipients. You’re covered for most occasions with this one boxed set. The cards are also great as a gift or as a framed series on a wall (we’re all about versatility).

A little bit of history just for fun: Saks Fifth Avenue was the brainchild of Horace Saks and Bernard Gimbel, who operated independent retail stores on New York’s 34th Street at Herald Square in the early 1900s. Their dream was to construct a unique specialty store that would become synonymous with fashionable, gracious living. Adam Gimbel also established a Saks empire, with branch stores reaching from coast to coast. When he retired in 1969, he was a legend in his own time. Adam Gimbel’s first action was to redecorate the entire flagship store in the opulent Art Moderne style from the 1925 Paris Exposition, creating a series of specialty shops within the grand luxury of Saks Fifth Avenue. His intuitive perception was demonstrated as Adam traveled all over the world in search of those items that would set Saks eminently above other specialty stores. We’re proud to be part of the tradition! Shop these beauties while they last and look for more exclusive card sets by Masha in Saks stores in the coming months.

On a quest to find the best gifts for mom? With Mother’s Day around the corner we’ve rounded up some of our current favorites that a modern mama might enjoy. Because gift giving can be a bit of a pickle, especially for a parent. Luckily all the goodies below are available to order online – no frantic running around necessary!

Instead of 1 card give her 12, for year-round note writing pleasure! Masha D’yans Twelve Months Set, $24 | Ren Serum, $65 is formulated to support the improvement of skin elasticity, smoothness, and decrease the appearance of wrinkles without harmful chemicals – yes please. | Quilted Pot Flowering Oregano, $58 is a fresh take on a spring bouquet that lasts. | Best Mom Tea Towel, $11.95 can double as a gift wrap, furoshiki-style! | Spring pastel Gilded Chocolates, $25 are guaranteed to delight the senses (and maybe she’ll share with you?) | Stache & Hyde Williamsburg Black StacheBook for iPad, $95 keeps things simply elegant, n’est-pas?

“I love you Mama” has been a leitmotif of Masha’s entire artistic career. She’s lucky to have been raised by uber-talented, creative, brave mom (you can read about Galina in Artists We Love) and grandma and she forever thanks them for the painting + fashion genes (and for toting her around in her extra chubby baby phase). Since this year is already zooming by, we thought we’d get ready for the mother of all card holidays ASAP with a small tribute to these incredible ladies and remind you to honor the super-women in your life. Let’s not forget, hand-writing a beautiful card for mother’s day, or any day, never goes out of style – we hope you enjoy our sentimental mix below.

1. We were inspired by Dolce & Gabbana‘s mother-themed Fall 2015 collection and imagined our keepsakes spilling out of one of their whimsical “I Love You Mama” bags. You can preorder one at Neiman Marcus.

2. Photos from the Soviet era are certainly brightened by Masha’s mom’s and grandma’s beauty and handiwork – almost every outfit depicted was made by them.

3. Bring your mama a sweet and timeless surprise of gratitude with our Kangaroo Mom.

4. Celebrate the springy beauty of a mother-to-be with our Baby Bump.

5. Our new Monkey Hug celebrates parenthood and cuddles. Send your love along with this cozy pair nestled in exotic blooms and melt your recipient’s heart.

6. Our new and lavish Peonies Beautiful puts it simply: go with the floral and stop to smell the blooms. Like a fresh bouquet, this card will beautify your mama’s day.

View all our cards for mother’s day here.

In newest Masha news: Refinery29 + Target + Etsy. We’re so excited to share a few of biggies this week.

Our Pack Leader Wolf card is featured in Refinery29 current gift guide! We’re addicted to R29 so it’s extra sweet to be part of it and in such good company. Check out the full post with gift ideas for any age.

We’re also thrilled to introduce two new bespoke collections at select Target stores.First up: Prints Charming, a 12-card line that cleverly marries exclusive watercolor illustrations with irresistible holographic metallic foils and glitter processes. The combinations make for a treat that’s sweet and rich – yes please!

The Water Typo 12-card line juxtaposes free-flowing and abstract watercolor palette with offbeat messages done in Masha’s hand (painted into the washes – see how the color pools around ;)?) and printed in various holographic metallic foils. The whole effect is fast, festive, artsy fun, don’t you think? If you or your recipient(s) are color and texture junkies like us, these are for you! Let’s get psychedelic.

Both these card lines are part of our diffusion brand M by Masha D’yans and have messages inside and out for a complete package. To see more, please visit your Target store. You’ll only find these gems of color happiness in the boutique section of Target cards so be sure to check them out while they last!

Last but not least, good news for all you Etsy addicts! We just added an Etsy outpost of Masha shop featuring our bestest sellers. You’ll notice the pricing is a bit different, but with lower shipping on smaller quantities it comes to the same deal. Give it a whirl – we’d love to know what you think. The plan is to add one-of-a-kind products in the future.

Happy shopping.

Join us on an Easter Card Hunt boys and girls! Look for mischievous bunnies and festively colored eggs among the flowers in our shop. Spring is a hop and a jump away – come along and collect them all (clockwise from top):

1. Escape into an enchanting vista with our brand new Bloom Mountains Bunny and marvel at the majesty of spring this Easter or any occasion.

2. Get lost in the garden with our classic Easter card – Flower Field Bunny.

3. Look who just hatched from a nicely patterned egg! Eggshell Bunny.

4. More is more when it comes to pretty eggs and fresh carrots, enjoy with Egg Pile Bunny.

5. Remember, being sweet and crazy cute scores major points with any recipient. That’s Heart Holding Bunny in a nutshell.

In other news; we have new Etsy outpost, where you can shop more social – come say hello, we love to hear from you!

Our new cards have arrived! And they’re looking pretty springy and hopelessly romantic. Enjoy fresh picks for all occasions from the garden of #watercolormischief. We’re talking year-round Birthday, Just Because, Thinking of You, Encouragement, Mother’s Day, Bridal, Love and Thank You – when cards are this irresistible the possibilities are endless! Read about the inspiration and process behind the bloom-eriffic designs here and get your mittens on all nine in our shop starting March 1.

Escape into a stunning vista with our Bloom Mountains Bunny.

Fawn all over your birthday girl or boy with a cheerful bouquet via our charming Flower Branches Fawn.

Let’s be honest—it’s all about winning the best dressed. Send our Sakura Gown to a bride, a bridesmaid or use this card in any girly fashion.

Row Boat Among Trees takes you to a stunning, tranquil world of love and friendship.

Send our Plum Blossom Thanks to someone’s who’s been as marvelous as nature in the spring.

Let this magical Bonsai Kisses tree shower all in smiles.

Monkey Hug celebrates parenthood and cuddles.

A Gift From Bunnies makes for a cheery, hoppy birthday.

Peonies Beautiful puts it simply; “a single flower – like a messenger from another realm – contains a depth of beauty that has the power to elevate consciousness… and thereby heal.” -Siddhārtha Gautama

Who will you share these happy stunners with?

Chances are you probably heard that we’ve been making #watercolormischief in fiber form with the fabulous Seattle-based Clothworks, who focus on premium quality quilting cotton fabrics masterfully printed in Europe. Look for them in independent quilt and fabric shops all over the United States and internationally. This week we thought we’d highlight the creativity of some of our awesome fabric customers. There are few things as exciting or gratifying as seeing your artwork take on another form and a whole new life. Sew… let’s check out fun with Masha fabric!

This lovely throw pillow was made in the Check Republic using our doodle pattern, found here.
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It’s time for another Objects of Desire post, and this one is extra fluffy! In honor of the upcoming Valentine’s Day, we’re going all out cute here on Masha.com, styling our best selling bunny valentine, with enough sweet little nothings to get you thinking about how you’re planning to celebrate in two short weeks. Just enough time to grab some of these pretties below. Happy cuddling!

1. To set the mood to a cotton-candy shade of cute, pick up some watercolor mischief in “Heart Holding Bunny” by Masha D’yans. Available for $4 or a set of 8 for $16, in our shop.

2. Do the words Silk Chiffon Ruched Suspenders tickle your big ears? Mimi Holiday, $45 at luisaviaroma.com.

3. Nothing says ‘I care’ like real love. Adopt an IRL Bunny Valentine, a darling pet from organizations like rabbitrescue.com

4. Only the best for your sweetheart’s sweet tooth. “Les Marquis” Chocolate Bonbons, from $35 at Laduree.com.

5. Wear your wild heart out, Masha style. Love Surrounds tee, $38, available here.

6. Bathe them in hearts of pure essential oils, milled using organic ingredients. Rose, Geranium and Jasmine pebble soap set by Bamford, $45.00, available at Net-a-Porter.

The time has come! Whether you’re wooing someone, honoring time/battle-tested love or pointing and laughing at the whole thing, Valentine’s Day is looming large and red and nothing says ‘you matter’ and/or ‘pay attention to me please’ like a card (preferably accompanied by something made of sugar and/or lace). As far as we can tell, love comes in several forms. We lovingly invite you to peruse a selection of our cards fit for many a valentine below. May you find the perfect one for you!

For your funny, fuzzy, cute, cuddly valentine or delicious morsel (or a grandparent) we give you Heart Holding Bunny! It’s sweet on sweet but hold the cheese.

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Ditch the cold weather and think blushing blooms for someone awesome – friend, foe, relative or homie. Why not let them know they’re above average with our Awesome Flowers right now, as Saint Valentine commands?

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Are you in the throws of requited animal magnetism? Then our Coyote Couple is for you, fierce pair!

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For someone who means the world, transports you to realms unknown and has that cosmic je ne sais quoi – Cosmos!

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Is your union ocean-deep, unusual, dream-like or just aquatic in some way? Let’s call it magic and celebrate with a pair of Sea Unicorns, creatures so rare, so apart from other fish in the sea, so perfectly matched they don’t really exist outside this shop. Or do they?

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Is your love as pretty as a summer’s day? When inner and outer beauty combine, it’s time for Eye Lips XO, original and to the point. Smart and sexy cards like these DON’T grow on trees.

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Shimmy into your most romantic swim trunks and celebrate dat ass! Beach Bums brings the euphoria of sun-kissed passion to you wherever, no need to break the internet.

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Is your feeling wild and natural? Animal Flower Face gets it.

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But wait! There’s even more! These cards are also excellent expressions of love and affection. Do WE have a date for Valentine’s Day, you ask? Yes, it’s February 14! So hurry!

xox

We hope you celebrated the birth of 2015 with merriment and in high style! We’ve got a lot planned for this year in our mission to elevate the art of correspondence with much watercolor mischief, and that all begins with a quick glance back. 2014 was a busy one here at Masha D’yans Design. In case you missed them, venture below for some monthly highlights:

January’s highlight was our new fabrics with Clothworks. Medieval princesses and dreamy unicorns definitely made Bloom our favorite collection to date.
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