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11 Nov

For the love of sticky notes…

Sticky notes are the cutest and most effective of all note-taking inventions. They come in all kinds of shapes, sizes and colours. As you have guessed, they stick, not like glue, but definitely like sticky. Professionals, housewives, students and everyone in-between will tell you they have used and will continue to use a large number of sticky notes for the foreseeable future. 

It is easy to understand why, they remind us of what to do! We use them to pass on notes and messages to each other. They make collaboration simple and effective. They are bright and memorable, and who is going to disagree with their ability to brighten and streamline our daily processes? We write our shopping lists on them. Sticky notes are used to take notes in class and lectures, even in meetings and during presentations. They get stuck to our mirrors with affirmations written on them. Contracts are signed using these little flags with “Yes, here I am” written all over them. Sticky notes are a breath of fresh air when it comes to passing a message along. 

Today we say thank you to the inventors of the sticky note and the people who love to use them. 

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04 Nov

The History of Paint

 

Today we are truly blessed to be able to purchase a variety of different types of paints and colours however, this was not always the case. Paint is one of mankind’s earliest inventions. It began with cave paintings dating back as far as 40 000 years but some believe that paint may have been created way before that. Humans have made use of hematite, charcoal, yellow and red ochre and even manganese oxide as painting mediums. There were 6 basic colours used by early painters these being green, yellow, blue, black, red and white.

Early paintings discovered within the tribal grounds of Europe, Australia, Africa and Indonesia depict images of hunters and early farmers/herders as well as images of families, community gatherings and other important moments regarding life at the dawn of humanity. Painting has been used to capture the lives of humans, to document our progress and experiences and still to this day holds value in the way we express ourselves today.

As paint evolved humans began using dried plants, minerals ground roots, berries and even blood to pigment their paint and bring new life to the colours they were using in their art. Iron oxide was a leap into longevity and durability as well as adding vibrancy to art. Artists had to resort to mixing their pigments with anything from saliva, egg and even animal fats to ensure they achieved optimal results. The Romans and Greeks created “oils paints” by combining pigments with plant oils, revolutionizing paint for millennia to come. For application, earlier painters used hollow bones (resembling the earliest methods of airbrushing), their fingers and brushes made of animal hair

We still use a lot of the original methods today, however, we have been blessed with people who have made accessibility to a variety of painting mediums as easy as 1-2-3.

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28 Oct

The history of paper

Paper has been used for thousands of years, there are stories of the Chinese using it as far back as 105AD and the Egyptian’s have been using it since around 2500BC. The Chinese used plant fibres and the bark of mulberry trees to produce sheets of paper, it is said that the Chinese successfully governed their people as a result of paper. The Egyptians used parchments (dried animal skins) and papyrus (a plant used for its fibres) as a means of documenting their history and controlling production, accounting documentation and for storytelling.

In the 11th Century, paper production was brought to Europe and by the 13th Century, the Spanish had refined the production of paper using waterwheels. By the 19th Century, wood-based papers had come into full production and were the most widely used.

With the production of paper, printing books became easier and the ability to share knowledge, produce technical designs, document history and finances became increasingly popular with scholars, businessmen and writers.

Today we use paper to write down our thoughts, print presentations, create art and spread the news. The use of paper may have begun as a form of knowledge transfer only used by the educated but today we use paper in all aspects of our lives.

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25 Oct

The history of pens

 

Pens were used in ancient Egypt (around 3000BC) by scribes who invented pens made of reed, they were invented to replace styluses and the writing on clay. In the 7thCentury quills (pens made using the flight feathers of birds) made their way into use by the writers of the middle ages. Modern day pens came about in the 18th Century and cooper tip pens have been found in the remnants of Pompeii.

In 1822 John Mitchel began the mass production of metal tip pens, with improvements made to the original steel tips and dipping pens over time. The pen evolved from pens being dipped into ink wells to pens that had ink reservoirs which no longer needed to be dipped which made writing quicker and easier. Even though the pen had evolved over the years, pens with reservoirs only became popular in the 19th Century when the fountain pen was invented. Over the years many inventors changed the designs of the pen and soon there were a variety of pens available to users across the globe by writers and inventors alike.

Pens can be found in all shapes, forms and colours. Everything from rollerball pens, felt tip pens and even ceramic tips are used today. The ink is no longer limited to just ink, they use gels and liquids in our pens today.

We use pens for writing, signing documents, taking notes in class and at the office, to doodle, to create and to make our mark.

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24 Sep

Homeschooling

Homeschooling is becoming quite normal these days, not just in South Africa but across the globe. Families have a desire to connect with their children on a deeper level and proactively guide their children through their learning experience. 

In most cases, the first step to homeschooling children that have been in school is to de-school. Breaking the structures and routines of school. This process is well received by children that have access to art and craft supplies as well as writing materials like different pens and books. One of the primary reasons for this is to provide an environment for the child to express themselves using colouring, writing, painting and playing. 

Children, especially younger children learn through play and tactile exploration. It is a vital part of their understanding and development to see and touch the world while still seeking answers to their questions. Colour and freedom of expression are one of the easiest ways to engage with children of all ages. By involving your child in the process of building up and stocking the “stationery cupboard” and the “classroom” you are giving them responsibility as well as authority over their “working” environment, this begins the process of independence, a sense of responsibility and pride in who they are and the work they do.

Self adhesive fun 08 Jun

Color Is In

COLOR ME BEAUTIFUL!!!

At Statesman Stationery we LOVE color, and everything it can do to an office or house.

So we REALLY LOVE ??? our AWESOME NEON self-adhesive rolls. They are a super easy super fun way to introduce color without having to deal with the mess that comes with painting.

Use them to brighten up any office or home space. From Privacy Screens to Kids Cupboards and Home Office areas… The only limit really is your imagination. https://bit.ly/2V2MFaN

It all starts at Statesman Stationery…

Best Day Ever 30 May

Bringing Out Your Best

BRING OUT YOUR BEST…


The best way to achieve your goals is to keep them top of mind, so you’re always looking for ways to move closer to them – and a vision board is a perfect tool to help you do that.

 

By putting a vision board somewhere you can see it every day, you will prompt yourself to visualize your ideal life on a regular basis.

 

And that’s important because visualization activates the creative powers of your subconscious mind and programs your brain to notice available resources that were always there but escaped your notice.

Make yours pop with Statesman Stationery

Charcoal Art 15 May

When Charcoal Burnt into the Pages of the Art World

Charcoal as an artistic medium was used in cave paintings and to outline temple drawing in ancient Egypt!

 

Charcoal modern ArtWhich means it’s been around for EVER as an artistic tool.

Front runners and revolutionary men like Matisse and Picasso brought more charcoal into the limelight, followed by a wealth of other talented artists using the medium. As the 20th century dawned, it became apparent that Charcoal was here to stay and be doted on.

Here at Statesman, we have an EPIC range of Charcoal products https://bit.ly/2L3LTdP along with all the Canvas and Sketchbooks you could ever need.

It all starts at Statesman Stationery…

 

 

10 Mar

We all know that feeling – Deadline Day!

The day you need to hand over a proposal to the board, give a presentation, chair a meeting that could make your boss a very happy man if it comes with a YES moment and an agreement handshake, or hand in your artists’ portfolio for it to be graded. These moments mean so much to us, late nights, cans of energy drinks, snapped at spouses/housemates/friends.

You’ve put your all into this moment, so the last thing you need is something you didn’t plan on. At Statesman Stationery, we all know that feeling, so we’ve got your back. From the highest quality paintbrushes, BLAK Blackwood pencils, Artist sketch pads and, Toughened Drawing Board Bags for protection from rain, younger siblings and other invasive species.

Swing Clip Project Folders to make sure your meeting’s proposal material is still available for each delegate when the IT guy is sick or late, or suddenly your building has no electricity.

Basically, At Statesman StationeryStatesman Stationery we have a solution for every possible problem and everything you need to deliver excellent results.

Remember, It all starts at Statesman Stationery

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