#sunstains

[sunstainedpages]

I did a thing!!! I made this!!!

[sodrippy]

finally put my little postcardy art things up on the wall and put some of my photographs on the fridge like wow maybe life is worth living and you can surround yourself with beauty 🥰👬🌊

[kalpanahandmadepaper]

Pure Elegance, Naturally Made: The Story of Our Handmade Paper By Kalpana Handmade Paper   

In today’s fast paced world, filled with mass production and instant gratification, there’s something deeply gratifying about crafting with care and intention. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we’ve dedicated ourselves to the art of handmade paper making—an art that is steeped in tradition, sustainability, and elegance. Each sheet of paper we create is more than just a product; it is a symbol of pure craftsmanship, sustainability, and natural beauty.

The Origins of Kalpana Handmade Paper   

Kalpana Handmade Paper was born out of a simple yet powerful vision: to create sustainable, eco friendly products without compromising on beauty or quality. In a world where environmental concerns are rising, we recognized the need for alternatives to machine made paper, which often involves deforestation, heavy water usage. Handmade paper offered a unique solution—a product that is not only environmentally friendly but also luxurious and artistic.

 Inspiration and Vision

The name “Kalpana” means imagination, creativity, and vision. That’s what drives our business. Our journey began with a desire to create products that inspire both aesthetically and environmentally. The initial inspiration came from the age old traditions of paper making, which have been practiced in various cultures for centuries. We wanted to bring this rich heritage to modern consumers who seek both beauty and sustainability.

Why Handmade Paper?   

In an age of digital technology and machine automation, why would anyone choose handmade paper? The answer lies in its unparalleled charm, craftsmanship, and environmental benefits. Handmade paper offers a texture, appearance, and feel that no machine made product can replicate. Every sheet is unique, carrying its own distinct character, natural imperfections, and a deckle edge that exudes authenticity.

The Craftsmanship Behind Handmade Paper: A Step by Step Process   

The making of handmade paper is a time honored tradition that requires patience, skill, and a deep connection to nature. Unlike machine made paper, where the process is automated, handmade paper involves several meticulous steps, each of which adds to the uniqueness and beauty of the final product.

1.Sourcing Natural Materials   

The first step in the paper making process is selecting the right materials. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we use a variety of sustainable sources for our paper, including recycled cotton rags, agricultural residues like wheat straw, and other natural fibers. These materials are chosen not only for their environmental benefits but also for the texture and strength they impart to the paper.

2.Pulping the Fibers   

Once the materials are sourced, they are broken down into a pulp. This is done using a process called maceration, where the fibers are soaked and beaten to create a fine, smooth pulp. The pulping process is done by hand, ensuring that the fibers are evenly distributed and the paper’s final texture is consistent. No harsh  Organic are used in this process, keeping the paper natural and safe for the environment.

3. Forming the Sheets   

The pulp is then poured onto a mesh screen, known as a mold and deckle. This step is where the magic of handmade paper happens. The artisan spreads the pulp evenly across the screen, creating a thin layer of fibers that will eventually become a sheet of paper. The deckle (the frame around the screen) gives the paper its characteristic rough, deckled edges—a hallmark of handmade paper.

4. Pressing and Drying   

Once the sheet is formed, it is pressed to remove excess water. This step helps to create a smooth, flat surface while also enhancing the paper’s strength. The sheets are then carefully dried, either in the sun or in controlled drying rooms. The drying process can take several hours or even days, depending on the thickness of the paper and the weather conditions.

5. Finishing Touches   

Once the sheets are dry, they are inspected for quality. Any imperfections, such as uneven edges or inconsistent textures, are corrected by hand. The paper may also be embossed, dyed, or embellished, depending on the desired final product. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we offer a variety of finishes to suit different needs, from smooth, refined sheets for writing to textured, artistic papers for crafting and invitations.

The Unique Qualities of Handmade Paper   

Each sheet of handmade paper is a work of art in itself. No two sheets are exactly alike, which adds to the charm and appeal of the product. Whether it’s the soft deckled edges, the subtle variations in texture, or the organic feel of the fibers, handmade paper exudes elegance and authenticity. It is this uniqueness that makes it so special for a variety of uses.

Texture and Appearance   

One of the most striking features of handmade paper is its texture. Machine made paper, though consistent, lacks the tactile richness that handmade paper offers. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we take pride in the textured finish of our products. The slight imperfections in the paper’s surface are what make it stand out, giving it a rustic, artisanal quality.

1.Sustainability   

As mentioned earlier, handmade paper is not just beautiful; it’s also eco friendly. Our commitment to sustainability means that each sheet of paper is made with the environment in mind. From using recycled fibers to minimizing water and energy usage, every step of the process is designed to reduce waste and promote sustainability. We believe that luxury and responsibility can go hand in hand, and our paper is a testament to that belief.

2.Versatility   

Handmade paper is incredibly versatile. It can be used for a wide range of applications, from high end stationery and wedding invitations to eco friendly packaging and art projects. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we offer a variety of paper products, each designed to meet different needs. Whether you’re looking for elegant writing paper or textured craft paper, we have something for everyone.

3.The Future of Handmade Paper   

As the world becomes more conscious of the environmental impact of mass production, there is a growing demand for eco friendly alternatives. Handmade paper is not just a product of the past; it is the future of sustainable luxury. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we are proud to be at the forefront of this movement, offering products that are both beautiful and responsible.

Supporting Artisans and Local Communities   

Another important aspect of handmade paper is the role it plays in supporting local artisans and communities. At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we work with skilled artisans who have been practicing the craft for generations. By choosing handmade paper, you are not only supporting sustainable practices but also helping to preserve traditional craftsmanship and empower local communities.

Eco Friendly Packaging and Beyond   

One of the most exciting developments in the world of handmade paper is its use in eco friendly packaging. As businesses look for alternatives to plastic and other non biodegradable materials, handmade paper is becoming an increasingly popular choice. Its strength, durability, and natural aesthetic make it ideal for packaging products in a way that aligns with eco conscious values.  

Why Choose Kalpana Handmade Paper?   

At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we believe that every sheet of paper tells a story—a story of craftsmanship, sustainability, and natural beauty. Our products are made with the utmost care and attention to detail, ensuring that each sheet is a reflection of our commitment to quality and environmental responsibility.

1.Unparalleled Craftsmanship   

Our artisans are masters of their craft, bringing years of experience and passion to the paper making process. Each sheet of paper is made by hand, ensuring that no two sheets are alike. This level of craftsmanship is what sets us apart from machine made products and makes our paper truly unique.

2.Sustainability You Can Trust   

When you choose Kalpana Handmade Paper, you are choosing a product that is made with the environment in mind. From sourcing natural materials to using eco friendly production methods, we are committed to minimizing our impact on the planet. Our paper is not just beautiful; it is responsible.

3.A Product for Every Occasion   

Whether you’re planning a wedding, launching a brand, or simply looking for high quality stationery, Kalpana Handmade Paper has a product to suit your needs. Our paper is versatile, elegant, and sustainable, making it the perfect choice for any occasion.

Conclusion:

At Kalpana Handmade Paper, we are proud to carry on the tradition of handmade paper making, combining time honored techniques with modern sustainability practices. Each sheet of paper we create is a work of art, a reflection of the natural world, and a testament to the beauty of craftsmanship.

[a-daisy-in-the-dark]

June 30, 2023

The pears are all getting bigger, and soon I’ll start preserving them so they can last throughout autumn and winter. I’m looking forward to it 🍐🌿

[dcafanzine]

Glitches & Glitterglue: A DCA Zine Contributors

Hello Glitches and Glitterglue zine fans!

Today we are excited to bring you our lovely list of DCA fanzine contributors! We are so so excited to see what everybody comes up with in the next couple of months, so stay tuned and keep your eyes peeled for sneak peeks in the weeks that follow!

@flinxypie

@thatmooncake

@lynaferns

@amberluvsbugs (Carrd)

@hedgeyart

@oobbbear

@ravliksblog

@thedemonscrawler

@meridiantears (Twitter/X)

@venomous-qwille

@awkward--watermelon

@xitsensunmoon

@strawberrymothteeth

@imclou

@wyervan

@yourfriendlydca

@ohno-the-sun

@bluerasbunny

@skizabaa

@spadillelicious

@xau-u

@aquacomet

@alagnsl

@0ffisially0ll0

@strawberrytamii

Mellytunee

@pure-plum

@cookiiemancer

@ondesiquion

@soupdweller

@craykaycee

@muzzlemouths

@naffeclipse

@bubbiethesaur

@dragonjesterwrites

@sunstained

@sivilityy

@lil-lemon-snails

@sinnabee

@piixelpaint

@thatmooncake

@flinxypie

@spacebabe51

@catspawcreates

@happysaddca

@pizzaplex-stargazer

@sivilityy

@astrawberrykitsune

[omnividence]

my favorite part of the book of bill was his ex wife Mab the Faerie Queen created by @sunstained we all read and enjoyed that chapter right

[kittehbiscuits]

Doodled Ford and Wilson for my partner and I guess this technically counts as fanart for @sunstained 's gravity falls/don't starve au (it's been a really long time since I read it so I'm definitely not up to date but I really enjoyed it and my partner loves it!)

I don't know if this scratches anyone else's itch but if you wanted them interacting hey here ya go

The fic:

[andersam5]

Mr. Alton speaking facts, Courtesy of @sunstained

[faithdeans]

i think will graham built my clock

oh well you know. this is just about how dissociation and loss of time feels for me. i wrote this at 3am so idk okay byee

transcription under the cut

i think will graham built my clock

i burnt my coffee this morning

at 8 am and i don't know how

and i- i- i-

was stopped, stuck, staring

at an empty beige wall

and    i-    i-    i-

blinked my dusty eyes

into the sunstained clouds and

it's been 10 seconds but it's 7

it's 7 pm so i guess i'll-

and      i-      i-      i-

feel that scraping from inside and

it's all shadow but the slice of-

the trickle of moon, red moon on my

on my cold bathroom floor

and        i-        i-        i-

catch my beige wall eyes

in the sunstained mirror and

and it's 1 am and the sun and

the sun is rising into the slice of moon

and it's 7pm and    i-         i-          i-

stare at a trickle and

i burnt my moon this morning

and it's 8am and    i-           i-           i-

sliced my eyes on the bathroom floor

and it's 2am and    i-           i-           i-

blink the mirror scraping

and it's 7pm and    i-           i-           i-

see the clouds are staring

and it's 2am and     i-           i-           i-

and i burnt my coffee

and it's been 10 seconds and

it's 7pm this morning

and     i-           i-           i-

i-                      i-                      i-

    i-                                   i-                                   i-

[brella-boi]

2023 Art Summary

Calling this year crazy is an understatement. I did SO many things I wanted to do this year that I may have gone a little too hard at times. Last year crunch took me out and this year was slightly different.

I did my very first comicon tabling in January this year, followed by so many more events that I can't keep up anymore lol

I travelled so much damn much this year that it really kept me on my toes at all times

There was little time I had for pursuing personal art or even do commissions, and I did burn out. For the past two months I've been chaining myself to a chair not to push myself more, and I've been keeping my promise.

This was the year of my shops expansion! And I cannot thank all of YOU enough for being so freaking damn supportive with every new product launch. I don't expect my shop to get big this year or anything, but I enjoy it as a side hussle. And it's all thanks to you lovely people that so many things are possible now. The shop is self sunstainable. Which means I no longer have to put my own capital into new products, or do preorders or campaigns. I have plenty of things planned for the new year! From digimon to more dinosaurs, monster hunter and more fun things.

Crazy stat of the year: The phone charms, (which launched in Feb-March and have had their designs expanded once midway through the year) have been restocked a total of 6 times. Insane!

At the end of the year Ive had to deal with some hard truths and trying to navigate through the crisis of it all. It is no joke that Im very all over the place when it comes to art, there's definitely changes I need to accept and move forward with.

But I also had some fun! I joined 2 galleries this year. Several local markets. I got to know my local artist community even better. And I continue to improve in my craft every year, even knowing when its not for everyone.

Next year is an exciting one, but I plan to mostly relax and not travel outside of the country like 5 times. Try to some comms and animate a non-work project again.

Here's to the new year! 🍻

[sunstainedpages]

not bad for a days work. he's got eyes and nose.

[ace-song]

KING

KING 🦋

see you in a million years, falling back to where we first met again— covered in pearly white sheets with sunstained windows; starry ceiling with cinnamon laced air unfinished wine glasses, and a screen full of laughter.

you held me dear even if it had just been one night; a caressing stroke flushing my cheeks in pink, reminiscing on good ol days and locking this one safe for times not near.

when we part our separate ways

there’s a shooting wonder, across my eyes to yours a similar sparkle wrapping me in halos like an angel; reaching out earnest to a ghost long clear fated to heaven, or another cycle

of a million years.

[lucklife]

Tagged by: @mj--spooks

rules: without naming them, post 10 gifs of your favorite films, then tag 10 people.

@darkeyednobody @cartilogenophobe @silver-bells-and-cockle-shells @silverandsunflowers @sunstained @nonbinaryvulcan @shleemies @awbrainno @hoe-gata @liminal-cat

[redd956]

Descriptive Words: Abandoned

Littered

Dirty

Musty

Damp

Half-Hearted

Fallen

Ominous

Darkened

Sunstained

Washed Up

Loose

Ruined

Desolate

Ghastly

Coated

Covered

Caked

Shaded

Eerie

Isolated

Preserved

Destroyed

Casted In...

Dank

Frayed

Broken

Squeaky

Creaked

Whistled

Stuttered

Abandoned

Lost

Lonesome

Caved In

Restricted

Foliage

Missing

Smudge

Smear

Damaged

Soaked

Stain

Taint

Freaky

Uncanny

Rubble

Crumble

Trashed

Haunted

Smear

[dcafanzine]

Glitches & Glitterglue: Backstage Pass Bonus Zine Contributors

Glitches & Glitterglue: Backstage Pass will be a digital bonus PDF that sits alongside the main Glitches and Glitterglue fanzine. The Backstage Pass bonus zine will be a SFW zine focusing on general canon-adjacent DCA antics as well as allowing content with a heavier focus on alternate universe depictions of the characters (or AUs).

Depending on interest and zine sales, we may produce a physical copy of this zine in addition to the main Glitches and Glitterglue fanzine, giving you a whole ton of extra exciting bonus content!

@thatmooncake

@flinxypie

@querical-equinox

@ki-kosmo (Insta)

Pavetta Draws

@just-a-drawing-bean

@suntimeswolliw

@snowyrey

@sunnys-aesthetic

@ayyy-imma-ninja

@agent-darkfest

@stunning-eclipse

@enduu115

@sulfadimethoxine

@pluck-heartstrings

@shanalikeanna

@ren-054

@omenofthevoid

@craykaycee

@0ffisially0ll0

@xitsensunmoon

@bluerasbunny

@lil-lemon-snails

@aquacomet

@wyervan

@imclou

@spadillelicious

@pure-plum

@yourfriendlydca

@ohno-the-sun

@thedemonscrawler

@amberluvsbugs (Carrd)

@sinnabee

@meridiantears

Eldritch Beetle

@vectorisheree

@crees-a

@craykaycee

@ondesiquion

@querical-equinox

@soupdweller

@pure-plum

@happysaddca

@lunarmoves

@anangelcalledinquisitor

@lycankeyy

@bubbiethesaur

@sunstained

@naffeclipse

@muzzlemouths

@thatmooncake

@flinxypie

@spacebabe51

@catspawcreates

@happysaddca

@pizzaplex-stargazer

@sivilityy

@astrawberrykitsune

[omnividence]

@sunstained IVE BEEN LIVING WITH THIS BURDEN SINCE 2015. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER