Graphite Curio - Local Artist

Skull & Heart Design - $17 each

Exclusive to ARCH, from Batle Studio, Graphite Curio Skull & Heart designs.  A unique writing and drawing tool that stimulates creative play and expression for all ages.  Handmade using the highest quality pencil graphite. It writes like a pencil but resists staining your hands.

Handmade right here on Potrero Hill by artist Agelio Batle, using an innovative method he invented.  The highest quality Artist-grade graphite is densely bound and should last many years of normal use.

ARCH is currently the only place you can get these two designs so hurry in!

Snail Mail Social!

Join us February 11th, 2012 from 1 - 4pm

We had such a fantastic time at our first Snail Mail Social last October that we couldn't wait to do it again. Our friends Carolee and Annie are back with all the typewriters, vintage postage, custom stationery and more to help send some snail mail to the ones you love.

Need more reason to come to this FREE event? Check out some highlights from Annie's write up of the last Snail Mail Social that was featured in the latest issue of Uppercase Magazine.

You can also check out some pics from the last social, or RSVP for the upcoming event on our Facebook page.

Palomino Blackwing Pencils!

The Palomino Blackwing and Blackwing 602

Ahhh, the Blackwing Pencil.  A relic from another era. A casualty of corporate consolidation. Lucky for us and all others who still have a passion for the art of sketching and writing, Palomino, a sixth generation, family run, pencil manufacturer, put it on the line and brought this great pencil back to life.

With it's super smooth graphite and signature rectangle eraser it will quickly become a favorite in your drawing arsenal. How intense are people's love for the Blackwing?  There are entire blogs dedicated to the Blackwing, the pencils would sell for $40 or more on eBay. Don't believe me check out this great article from Fortune Magazine about this very subject.

We also recently picked up the Palomino Graphite "Orange" pencils. Available grades include 2H, H, HB, B, 2B, 4B & 6B. The coating has a smooth and comfortable feel to it and the graphite produces dark and even lines. Try em out!

Palomino Graphite "Orange" Pencils

Limited Edition Star Wars Moleskine Notebooks

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We had these on order for some time and finally they have arrived: Limited Edition Star Wars Moleskine Notebooks.

These notebooks come in two styles, with debossed and foil stamped graphics on the outside and reproductions of scenes from the movie on the inside cover.  We have both silver (lined notebook) and bronze (plain notebook) styles in the 5" x 8/14". The bronze is also available in the 3.5" x 5.5". These were made in collaboration with Lucasfilms production company and also includes a reproduction of the original 1977 poster by the Brothers Hildebrandt.

Illustration by Brothers Hildebrandt - Original 1977 Poster

All Holiday Cards, Wrap, Ornaments and More are 40% OFF! Starting Today!

Prismacolor Introduces 18 New Colors

NEW 150pc PrismaColor Premier Pencil Set - $193.08

Prismacolor brings us 18 new colors of their buttery and vibrant Premier Line.  We have picked up several sets (they make great gifts!) and have the full line sold in singles or by the dozens (w/ bulk pricing!!) Download the new color chart here and then get down to ARCH.

Add More Color To Your Holidays! - Great Pantone Gifts!

PANTONE - The 20th Century in Color - $40

This gorgeously, graphics rich book, PANTONE - The 20th Century in Color, takes a look at the styles and color patterns seen over the decades.  It touches on fashion, fine art, photography and design and shows how complimentary color palettes help define their time. 

PANTONE Tooth Brush set - $8

Nothing is more embarrassing than when your teeth match a Pantone 100 swatch, so help keep them pearly white with this Pantone tooth brush set.  

PANTONE 100 Postcards Set - $19.95

A sweet box set featuring 100 brilliant PANTONE colors. Send someone some good mail, or pin them up in your home.  A great holiday gift.