FREE. drop-in

It's time for spring studio cleaning and our first annual seconds sale! I'm making space for new work, so it's your chance to stock up on greeting cards for the year and letterpress art prints for your home.

The table will feature "seconds" at reduced prices. These cards and prints have minor flaws like smudges or marks, uneven coloring, or misaligned printing. All the Open to Being designs and messages you love, just with a little more personality.

While you're in the studio, find out how letterpress cards are made and browse Open to Being stationery, tote bags from Lavender Lizard Press, and Blackwing pencils and accessories.

Experience the joy of slowing down together as you shop to find just the right card or gift that expresses your heart and soul for someone special. Step into our letterpress studio + shop to explore artisan gifts, learn about letterpress, and enjoy time with others who appreciate beautiful stationery and handwritten notes. You’ll find an intimate showcase of Theresa’s favorite things - handcrafted gifts, kindred makers, and good company.

Open to Being's signature shopping event opens our boutique letterpress studio in Arlington to the DC metro area. Founder Theresa Esterlund curates each gathering around our central communal table, featuring select local creative entrepreneurs and exceptional handcrafted goods.

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