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Packhorse, racehorse, carthorse, charger, pony. Which kind of horse are you?  Maybe you’re all of the above. Whatever the case, it's something to think about because this Lunar New Year is the year of the Horse. The Fire Horse, to be precise.  And what does this horse year symbolise? Let us count the ways:  Action and Movement: The Horse is a "get-up-and-go" sign, symbolising the desire to break free from stagnation, move forward, and take risks.  Independence and Freedom: Known for a free spirit and a love for travel and adventure.  Confidence and Strength: Represents a dominant, energetic, and charismatic...

Stationery is our love language.  Valentine's or Galentine's day is just around the corner, but we at Pulp see the whole month as an opportunity to express appreciation, warmth, friendship and love to our nearest and dearest. This poem, by Agha Shahid Ali sets a scene that gently captures the feeling of sending and receiving kind, heart-warming thoughts with paper.  The moon did not become the sun.It just fell on the desertin great sheets, reamsof silver handmade by you.The night is your cottage industry now,the day is your brisk emporium.The world is full of paper. Write to me. How sweet! ...

The whole year is ahead of us. Stock up on your invites and greeting cards now. Just because the silly season is coming to a close, it doesn't mean that events and wish-givings have ended.  There are a plethora of parties are before us. AND we have 11 more months of celebrations, gatherings and gratitude to look  forward to. So, Pulp Stans, let’s forge ahead with plans  to fill our lives with stationary and to fill our diary with plans! Lean in for three suggestions:  Indeed, we have the whole year ahead of us, Pulp Party Thorwers and Goers. Thats...

Holidays vs school days.  Some would say: “No competition, time off school will always win!” We say, hold on. Take a moment to reflect on the positives of returning to the establishment of education. We can count at least three…  Countdown to heart-warming back-to-school energy starts now …  3. Vibing with friends and teachers again. Reconnect with all your pals, educators, and canteen lady. Feel a sense of the band getting back together (Just like in School of Rock). 2. Hitting the books with a fresh mindset. Give your brain something to chew on.  English, maths, science, oh my! You’ll...

We love a bit of alliteration.  But you know what we love even more? Expressively creating beautiful pages in sketchbooks and journals.  This month, it’s time to try junk journaling... Viral and super fun way to pass the time with glue and old paper,  or a sustainable art form inspired by upcycling and mixed-media college?! Both! The concept of junk journalling as we know it today evolved from 19th-century scrapbooking, where people saved ephemera, such as tickets and letters.  The pastime gained modern traction and became popular online in the 2000s as a rebellious, budget-friendly alternative to expensive scrapbooking supplies for...