Sally | Helping creatives print, play, & profit

Can you believe these invitations are printed without a single plug or motor? My letterpress is nearly 80 years old and runs entirely without electricity — just me, the press, and a little elbow grease. 💪 Curious about how these machines work? I put together a free guide that breaks down the different types of presses and helps you figure out which one might be the best fit for you. Comment inky and I’ll send it your way! #letterpressinvitations #modernwedding #letterpresslove #fineartprint #printmaking #weddinginspiration #stationery #handmadepaper #bridetobe

✨ Hey there! I’m Sally – the creative mind (and hands) behind Sal Studios. When I’m not knee-deep in wedding invitations, printing, or dreaming up new designs, you can find me exploring nature, hunting for waterfalls, or hanging out with my dog. 🐾 A few fun facts about me: 👩🏻‍🎨I fell in love with printmaking 14 years ago and haven’t looked back since. There’s something magical about combining traditional techniques with fresh, creative ideas. 🚐 My print shop is inside a van! In an effort to create more freedom with my business (basically not be tied down to a physical space), I converted a van into my mobile print shop. I just did an amazing trip through the Pacific Northwest, printing and adventuring along the way! Next stop, San Diego. ☀️🌴 ♻️ I’m very passionate about sustainability! With Sal Studios, I offer plantable seeded paper and various eco-friendly options. And outside of work, my journey toward a more sustainable lifestyle has led me to dive deep into learning about clothing and fast fashion. If you’re into creativity, craftiness, and a sprinkle of fun, stick around! Let’s make something amazing together. 💫 #creativebusiness #smallbusinessowner #handmadebusiness #vanlife #behindthescenes #letterpresslove #printmaker #ecofriendlybusiness #slowmade #mobilestudio #vanlifecreatives #printshoponwheels #foilprint

Stationers know this feeling. You spend weeks (sometimes months) designing, printing, troubleshooting, adjusting spacing by half a millimeter… and then finally comes the best part: assembling the suite. No emails. No revisions. No printer drama. Just beautiful paper, envelope liners, and the quiet satisfaction of seeing the entire wedding stationery suite come together. I love every second. 💕

This is basically a stationer group chat in carousel form 😅 These are a few of my favorite client requests that come up again and again… and always make me pause for a second. Please tell me I’m not alone—and what would you add??

How incredibly rewarding it is to bring an idea to life with your own two hands. After hours of designing, pulling references, ideating, refining… and then—slowly—it comes together. You run it through the press for the first time, and see it pressed into paper. That’s the moment you realize… this is the kind of work that loves you back. Hours in. Ink under your nails. Slower than the screen ever asked you to be. And somehow, you walk away feeling more accomplished than ever. If you’ve been craving a creative process that actually feels rewarding (not just productive), this might be it. Comment INKY and I’ll send you my free guide to getting started with letterpress ✉️

Running a business solo means you’re doing everything — and the little things add up fast. Over time, I’ve found tools that make things smoother, faster, and way more manageable. No gatekeeping — just what actually works (and doesn’t break the bank). If you want everything I use in one place, I made a cheat sheet for you. Comment CHEAT SHEET and I’ll send it your way.

When everything feels loud… I slow down here. Letterpress printing forces you to be present. You can’t rush it. And you wouldn’t want to. And if part of you is thinking, “I’ve always wanted to try this…” — this is your sign. I made a free beginner guide to letterpress to help you get started (and choose the right press without the overwhelm). Comment INKY and I’ll send it over. 🖤

Did you know I have a full, comprehensive course all about vintage stamps? 💌 Whether you’re a stationer, wedding planner, or DIY bride — this course breaks 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 down so you can send the most gorgeous snail mail imaginable. We’re talking sourcing, styling, pairing, and making every envelope feel like a little piece of art. Comment COLLECTOR below and I’ll send you an exclusive link for 75% off. 📬 (𝘓𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 — 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘴𝘭𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦.)

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I’ve always wanted to try letterpress…” there’s usually a moment when that turns into, “wait… I actually want to do this.” If you’re here, you’re probably already in that space. And I get it—because right after that comes the question: where do I even start? So I made a simple, free guide to help you sort through it all—what kind of press makes sense, what to watch out for, and how to begin without getting overwhelmed. Comment “Inky” and I’ll send it your way.

Fine art envelope liners 💌💫

There’s something about opening your mailbox and finding an envelope covered in the most beautiful vintage stamps. You stop before you even open it. It’s history, art, and personality all in one tiny perforated square. So I made a little quiz. Because the stamps you’re drawn to? They say something about you. Whether you’re The Eternal Goth, The Botanist, or The European Summer Girl — there’s a set with your name on it. Drop your title in the comments 👇 I want to know which one you are. And if you want to start hunting for stamps like these yourself — comment POSTAGE and I’ll send you my free sourcing guide. It’s got all my top-secret spots.

Important (and exciting) update ♡ As Sal Studios has grown into more of an education space, I started to feel the pull to give my invitation work its own home. A brand that reflects not just what I make, but why I make it. So: meet Terra Paper Company. Sustainable, fine art wedding stationery — handmade paper, letterpress, and a few new designs I’m really proud of (Ravello, shown here). Terra is largely what Sal Studios has always offered, just more intentional about the eco side of things and with a few new designs I’ve been quietly working on. I don’t have a Terra Instagram yet, but the new site is live — terrapaperco.com — if you want to see what I’ve been up to. Sal Studios isn’t going anywhere. The education side of things will keep living here. This is just the beginning of things having their proper place.