In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we wanted to thank YOU, our customer, for all your love. It’s very mutual and we couldn’t do it without you! We hope you have glorious holidays! And now that the gift season is upon us. Here are some favorites from Masha and beyond to fill your stockings with.First and foremost, have you picked up our perennially popular calendar? 2017 is brimming with whimsical critters. It’s a gift that keeps on giving all year long! To compliment the cuteness how about picking up some animal themed gifts?

Forget Rudolph, these unicorn slippers from Smoko will light up your giftee’s way to the bathroom in a magical way. Wish we could wear an accessory this perfect everywhere.

For the crafter on your list, we have Baby Gone Wild, new 100% cotton quilting fabric that can be used for all kinds of fun projects.

If you’re not ready to make your own plushie though, we’re in love with the felted toys by Manomine. I mean, c’mon!

Winter is for snuggling at home with kitties and wine — everyone knows that. Get this purrfect corkscrew in black or white for the cat lover on your list. Tirebouchat Corkscrew, $16.80, available at Pylones.

Of course, we got you covered for all your holiday cards needs, including 2 new ones featuring neon ink details. Hurry, they’re selling fast!

Last but not least, for that post-holiday pick me up, we’ve got Color Me Enchanted, a lush coloring book of fairytales dropping January 3 (go ahead and circle that date in the aforementioned calendar). Learn more in our previous post.

Don’t forget Small Business Saturday to support your favorite indie brands!

xo

We’re getting seriously psyched for Father’s Day festivities, so this week our blog is devoted to all things Dad! And because fathers come in all shapes and sizes, with many different types of personalities, we wanted this Father’s Day post to include a few known to us ;). So here’s our gift and card ideas for Dad, whether he’s a Sportsman, a Voyager, a Recluse or a Scholar. Skip the tie!

Sportsman: for the athletic dad who squeezes in time for the gym between carpool and violin lessons, we recommend Bose SoundSport® in-ear headphones to keep him running to all his favorite tunes and podcasts.

Recluse: when your homebody dad already has a tricked-out man cave and deluxe cable subscription package, comfort is key. We suggest a plush new robe like this classic looker from Nautica.

Voyager: some dads are always on the go. Take his wanderlust to the next level with a spin out of town in a classic car rental. Or, to really rev things up, give him the gift of membership in a local car club like the chic Classic Car Club Manhattan. And send his heart racing.

Scholar: by now you’ve probably given your intellectual dad more books than either of you can remember, so why not give something to help carry them all? The Coach Metropolitan Soft Brief in sport calf leather combines elegance with practicality…just like the old man himself.

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there!

Summer is finally here! And now, with Memorial Day behind us, it’s high time to start celebrating grads and dads! Here’s our fave picks that work for either type of giftee in your life.

-ConGRADulate your grad with a colorful card from our new line – Eyedore! These paper eye candies feature brightly painted washes printed on watercolor paper and topped off with rainbow foil. Perhaps you’ll find something perfect not-Sent-from-the-iPhone for Father’s Day as well?
-An elegant pen is handy for doing those crossword puzzles AND signing beautiful cards. Can’t go wrong with a classic like Mont Blanc Meisterstuck Le Grand.
-Wearable tech is all the rage, and it’s no wonder, since having a more complete workout picture behoves everyone – from graduate to grandparent. Now you can track your calories, distance, duration, pace and split time with the comfortable Under Armor Speedform Gemini 2. The best part? You can leave you phone back at home.
-A good messenger bag is a must for a job seeker AND a busy father. Sons of Trade makes a killer light-weight lined-felt version that we covet for its military vibe that compliments many an ensemble.
-Finally, is there anyone who doesn’t enjoy a tasty treat? For dads and grads that like it hot (you know the type) Mouth offers A Hot Stuff Taster that’s not for the faint of tongue.

Hey kids! We’ve gathered some gift ideas below for a few kinds of moms to help you celebrate Mother’s Day this May. Plus, a Masha card to go with each gift!

Intellectual Mom
Museum memberships are so classy, don’t you think? Besides access to permanent collections and temporary exhibits there are perks, lectures and events to attend. Find a cool one convenient to mom and don’t forget to go with her! A couple of our faves are the New Museum of Contemporary Art in NYC and LACMA in LA.

Fashionista Mom
Accessories are always the best bet, increasing the chances for ohmygodthankyouthankyouthankyou moments. These Fendi Structured Cateye Sunglasses scream chic sophistication and come in many colors to polish her style even more (we kinda had our eye on them ourselves).

Chef Mom 
This classic Mosser Glass Juicer is such a minty pretty kitchen helper, $35, available at Food52.

Adventure Mom
Take her on a trip! How about the Ghost Ranch in New Mexico? Once a dude ranch, today the 21,000-acre retreat center offers over 200 classes in everything from plein air painting to adobe building. The lodging is rustic but overlooking Cerro Pedernal, the flat-topped mountain to the south and O’Keeffe’s frequent subject. 

Finally, if you’d like to keep it classic but lack the proper skills; everybody and their mother would enjoy Mouth Breakfast In Bed, $73, available at Mouth. What’s more festive than room service?

For our second part of this holiday gift guide, we thought we’d pair some the newest of Masha’s colorful holiday cards with items of limited color palette. After all, elegant things in classic tones suit everyone and go with everything! Find some quick gift inspo below and don’t forget to pick up Masha cards for a joyful contrast, be it for a lady or a dude on your list. Hurry and greet like it’s going out of style! (It’s not, though.)

1. Pick up this charming hat at Barneys (at a discount, no less!!) and the Christmas Hood card in our shop!

2. We think the glittery envelope (ENVELOPE!!) clutch from Rebecca Minkoff would go nicely with our twinkly Ballerina Snowflakes, n’est-pas?

3. Find this rad mug here and pair it with our Watercolor Ornaments.

4. Chances are, the one you’re shopping for probably already has a black scarf (and maybe even a navy one), so why not add to the collection with a chill olive hue? ‘Tis the season for many scarfs, after all as our Christmas Mountains Bird card would suggest.

Colorful cards and elegant gifts for all!

As we approach the holiday season, we reflect upon all things warm, cozy and awesome. Besides being eternally thankful for family and great friends, we’re especially grateful this year for the opportunity to travel for work, leisure and endless inspiration! It seems doubly poignant to wander as the world is rapidly changing, and not always for the best. On the bright side, here’s a curated list of some color-saturated gifts we found while traversing the globe. Before perusing the goodies below, have you downloaded the Story Corps app? You can help make history by interviewing an elder this Thanksgiving and submitting it directly to their world archive – learn more here: https://storycorps.me. Sounds super cool to us.

1. Don’t know about you but here at Masha headquarters we can’t get through the day without many cups of tea. The storied French brand Marriage Freres offers some of the best in the most swoon-worthy giftable packaging. Hello irresistable neon canisters!
2. We’re obsessed with all things tasseled and colorful, Columbia Wayuu tribe bags hit the spot with beautiful color-block weaves.
3. Let’s transport to Japan through the beautiful skincare line Tatcha, inspired by the beauty rituals of Geishas and boasting natural ingredients that are exquisitely packaged. Yes please!
4. Our 2016 calendar, printed here in USA and distributed by Rizzoli, features #watercolormischief for all 525600 minutes of the year.
5. In Tulum, Mexico we stumbled upon a hidden beach gem – Coqui Coqui, a perfumery and a dreamy boutique hotel. You can find their delicious scents here.
6. We love the playful eyewear from the Croatian brand Sheriff & Cherry, especially their color block sunnies.

Masha has added some brand new shops to her list of “Shops to Like!” We adore these fabulous stockists and wanted to whisk you away to get an inside peek for yourself. Hop with us from Richmond, Virginia to Portland, Oregon and Brattleboro, Vermont:

First up, Mongrel: a unique little gem of a shop in Richmond, Virginia, that plays host to a curation of unique items including designs by our pal, Emily McDowell, artist Nikki McClure, and paper auteur, Rifle Paper Co., as well as a host of other creative card and gift companies. Make sure to visit their history page for an incredible 90’s throwback photo show of the history of their company. We love you!

Go visit Mongrel:
Mongrel
2924 W Cary Street
Richmond, Virginia 23221

Next up, Finnegan’s Toys & Gifts: a whimsical stop in Portland, Oregon that has been “making aunts and uncles cool since 1977.” Love! If you’re in Portlandia, make sure to hit up this shop for the kiddos in your life (or for yourself, we’ll understand!). Carrying only the best of the best, you can pick up Lottie Dolls, Calico Critters, books of all kinds, and of course, Masha’s cards. Also, please do not miss this Cat Lover’s Coloring Book.

Go visit Finnegan’s Toys & Gifts:
Finnegan’s Toys & Gifts
820 SW Washington St
Portland, Oregon  97205

Last but not least, the very elegant Altiplano, which operates a flagship store located in the warm and inviting Brattleboro, Vermont. Coupling with boots on the ground in Guatemala, Altiplano is “committed to creating innovative products that support indigenous communities and the environment,” by bringing fair trade and employment to the Guatemalan Highlands. We are honored to be a part of their mission and flattered to be included in their list of talented handmade artists and designers.

Go visit Altiplano:
Altiplano
42 Elliot Street
Brattleboro, Vermont 05301

Thanks to all of the shops for snapping photos of Masha’s wares in-shop! You’re the best.

Con-grad-ulations! Everyone seems to know someone who is taking the plunge into the unknown and graduating. High school, college, university or more, they’re throwing themselves head-first into the world and we’ve got the perfect list of gifts to grab on the way to their ceremony, party or get-together. Acknowledge your favorite grad this season with one of our picks below:

1. Say Congratulations with this illustrated vintage-style greeting card by Lesley Barnes for Red Cap Cards.

2. Your sassy grad has to have something to wear to the after party. Grab a Gingko Flirt Bodycon Dress from Masha’s apparel collection.

3. Eames EVERYTHING! The perfect pen for taking notes in their next adventure! Acme Studio Dots Eames Pen.

4. A favorite from Masha’s collection of #watercolormischief. Let’s Do This congrats card!

5. Welcome to the real world. Love this “Things i have to do but don’t wanna do.” journal from Ashkahn.

6. Give them what they really want—fancy junk food! Sprinkles Cupcakes takes the cake!

7. For those (of age) grads that appreciate a fine lager, these Japanese Brass bottle openers are the bees’ knees.

8. They’re going to need some liquid fuel for college or work, so make sure they get the best of the best. A favorite: the Chemex Handblown Coffee Maker from MoMA.

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?

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.